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Perfect wedding music for your big day, delivered with emotion, elegance and style. Charlie's soulful, memorable vocals deliver a huge repertoire of styles and genres with elegance and zest - adding sparkle to any special occasion! The following entertainment options are available: Ceremony, Drinks Reception, Wedding Breakfast, Room Turnover / Party warm up, First Dance, Evening Party. Charlie is a highly experienced and versatile vocalist, with a uniquely rich and soulful voice. Her diverse repertoire draws from all genres and eras, so is guaranteed to suit any occasion. She specialises in soul, jazz, blues, pop and country, but has performed within most of the musical genres you can name! From the classics to current hits, she covers the songs you know and love with a modern, fresh approach guaranteed to add a touch of class to your special day. She is able to deliver either fresh vibrant mix of styles and genres, or tailor bespoke setlists to your desired genre, vibe or era. She's equally at home delivering a sophisticated, elegant background performance, or getting guests up on the dance floor with classic party anthems. Charlie has been in the industry for ten years, performing professionally with multiple acts including an acoustic duo, vintage trio, musical theatre company and an eight piece band. Her extensive experience in providing entertainment for events of all shapes and sizes guarantees a reliable, friendly, memorable service. Career highlights include: performing at some of Britain's most breathtaking stately homes including Longford Castle, winning several awards at Shaftesbury Fringe Festival, and singing on a ship overlooking the sunset.
Message from the team
Experience
What is your most memorable wedding?
Music is such a powerful and emotive addition to a wedding, which is why it's so important to get it just right. I will always remember a beautiful moment watching a couple who'd been married for 40 years slow-dancing in the middle of the dancefloor to 'The Look of Love', and coming over afterwards to tell me how much the song meant to them.
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
soulful, rich, dynamic, elegant, versatile.
What about your business are you most proud of?
Being a solo artist is wonderful, challenging and rewarding all in one. The culmination of a decade in the industry has led me to a point where I'm able to deliver top quality entertainment as a one-woman band. I am my own performer, manager, sound engineer, booking agent, admin officer, marketing manager and roadie all in one - it's uniquely challenging, exhilarating and rewarding, and I wouldn't have it any other way! Having said that it's also really rewarding to work with other artists, which I also get to do for various different events and projects. I'm really proud of my versatility, flexibility and adaptability. That didn't happen by chance, it's the result of many years of experience!
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Enjoy the process! You'll never get this magical day again - every aspect of your wedding from the planning to the big day itself is exciting! And always remember first and foremost that it's YOUR day, and no one else's.
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
I performed at a wedding where each and every guest had a handwritten personal note waiting for them at the table - it must have taken the couple weeks to write 200 cards! Such a meaningful touch.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
First we will have a no-obligation chat to talk about the couple's requirements, discuss in detail the various options, and arrive at a bespoke quote. I love this process as it's really exciting to be able to tailor my performance options to the exact requirements of a couple, from curated setlists and genre/era/style preferences to special requests and really meaningful musical choices. No two performances are exactly alike, and that keeps things really fresh, memorable and special. If the couple would like to go ahead with the booking, I'll then ask for a deposit to secure the date. Then between the booking and the big day, we can have as much or as little communication as the couple would like, to ensure everything runs smoothly. I'm always on hand for any questions or thoughts!
What makes a romantic first dance?
There are no rules when it comes to a first dance! Whether it's a romantic classic or a more unconventional song choice, if it means something special to both of you, it's the perfect song.
What is your number one floor-filler?
Hard to pick just one, but probably a toss up between Proud Mary and Sex on Fire!
Which band from the past would you most like to have been part of?
The Beatles - such timeless melodies and harmonies. I think they would have enjoyed having a female vocalist!
What is the soundtrack to your life?
It would be a really diverse playlist - something from every genre! Everything from Bowie to Barbra Streisand, Stevie Wonder to Billie Eilish, Bacharach classics to Tarantino film scores - music is such a boundless part of life to explore.