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Hi, I'm Smooth Duo 👋
Professional,
relaxing
chilled
Ours is a unique sound that’s been described as having the ingredients of a smooth, mellow cocktail of music.
More than just a jazz duo - Alto sax, jazzy keyboard, bongos & harmonica. Classic songs chosen with care. Soft & smooth vocals, cool music with a relaxing vibe to create the perfect chilled atmosphere.
Smooth Duo Pricing & Costs

Pricing for suppliers

Prices Start at
£450
Smooth Duo Details

Type of Performer(s) or Business

Other Type of Performer
Jazz Band
Duo playing background music for dinner or drinks reception

Primary Instrument(s)

Other Instruments
Female Vocals

Style of Music

Drinks / Cocktails Music
Reception Music
Other Style of Music
Jazz
Smooth Duo Full Description
With Smooth Duo in attendance, you can be sure that there’ll never be a lull in proceedings with beautiful music performed to suit all tastes, including timeless music, jazzy versions of eighties classics, and Great American Songbook tunes to chill and relax to. We can play during dinner, entertain as guests arrive at the reception, and fill in any gaps while photographs are being taken or while you’re waiting for the evening reception to start. And with our smooth background music at the perfect level that won’t get in the way of your conversations, you’ll be able to chat to your guests on your special day while enjoying a warm and rich sound that enhances the ambience at your chosen venue. We’ve performed with or supported some of the greats in show business, including Ken Dodd, the London Philharmonic and National Symphony Orchestras, The Osmond Brothers, Billy Ocean, Lulu, Russell Watson and Strictly Come Dancing Band singer, Lance Ellington, so you can be sure you’re getting a professional duo who won’t let you down. We usually play two sets of approx 45 minutes or one long set, but we can tailor our set times to you and we only charge realistic fuel costs. Contact us for a quote and a chat about how our music can help keep the happy vibe of your day going.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Susie from Smooth Duo
Hello, We specialise in soft, cool music for the early part of your day. Ideal for guest arrival drinks while canapes are served or during dinner. A less formal alternative to a string quartet & to keep the vibe going before the dance band or DJ starts, we play low volume music with just the right presence to entertain without overwhelming. All timeless melodies, our carefully chosen songs appeal to a wide range of tastes and help to create the perfect background music for your reception.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2000
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
2
Reviews
(45)
(45)
Darcey Lingley
Happy couple married in August
August 2023
So, so lovely.

Susie and Andy were a dream! Bringing the smooth vibes to our wedding - we were so pleased and they were both so, so lovely. Thankyou both for such a wonderful wedding. We loved every moment Darcey & Agus

Hilary Taylor
Wedding: January
July 2023
Jazzy music, but it has a real contemporary feel.

I have seen Smooth Duo three times now - once in a restaurant where they played over dinner and again in a local lounge bar. On each occasion they were brilliant. Yes, their music is Jazzy, but it has a real contemporary feel - I love their version of the Clash's "Should I stay or should I go" in a slow blues style, as much as the Al Jarreau classic "We're in this love together". I subsequently booked them for a Charity Event - an intimate dinner for 36 and they made it a night to remember.

Paul Burrows
Wedding: July
July 2023
laid back standards with their own magical take

Smooth Duo are pure class, beautifully presenting laid back jazz standards alongside their own magical take on more modern genre's. Andy is an accomplished musician in his own right but supports Suzie as a sympathetic and attentive accompanist. The Duo are easy going and joyful personalities and would fit well as either background music or the main event. I am happy to recommend them to any prospective clients. You won't be disappointed. Keep music Live - talent like this deserves to be heard.

Jill Cooper
Happy couple married in July
July 2023
Classy, just the right noise level & presence.

We heard Smooth Duo play by accident at a restaurant and couldn’t believe our luck. We immediately booked them to play at our wedding and they were absolutely perfect. Smooth, classy, just the right noise level and presence, everyone loved them and they gained a lot of new fans that day. We go and see them whenever we can and I would happily recommend them for any function.

Adam White
Wedding: July
July 2023
Yheir music never fails to impress. Its unique

I’ve had the privilege of knowing and listening to Smooth Duo for 8 and a half years now and their music never fails to impress their audience. It’s unique, authentic and a great way to spend your evening. Highly recommended!!

Chris Shaw
Wedding: July
July 2023
Their music is beautiful.

I’ve seen Smooth duo so many times and I would never get bored of hearing them. Their music is beautiful and perfect for all occasions. If you haven’t seen them yet, go see them. If you want a professional music for any occasion, book them! You will not be disappointed! Chris Shaw (Sound Engineer Warner Hotels)

Sue Burton
Wedding: July
July 2023
Stylish duo perfect for any celebration

Stylish duo perfect for any celebration - there’s nothing quite like their live music to add a touch of class! Sue Burton (Celebrant) 10/10

Hannah Civil
Wedding: July
July 2023
We had so much positive feedback about them

What an amazing couple!! I had to organise my hotel's refurb launch event, and I booked these guys. They are professional, genuinely nice people and sound great. We had so much positive feedback about them, and nothing was too much trouble for them, even when we asked them to move rooms half way through! Any event would be lucky to have them. Hannah Civil (Events Planner )

Sarah Ramsey
Wedding: July
July 2023
Broad repertoire of jazzy classics&re-worked faves

I cannot recommend Smooth Duo highly enough. They have the ability to create a wonderful non-invasive atmosphere with their broad repertoire of jazzy classics and re-worked favourites. Susie’s honeyed vocals are so perfect that they give you a warm glow inside and Andy is truly a maestro with his array of instruments. Perfect for weddings and similar events or as an accompaniment to a good relaxing meal with friends or someone special.

Colin Jackson
Wedding: July
July 2023
This duo are amazing.

This duo are amazing. We have enjoyed several visits to Warner where they gave brilliant performances. Always a pleasure to listen to their wonderful songs. Looking forward to seeing this act in the future. Thank you Smooth Duo for the entertainment you give.

Smooth Duo Location & Contact Details
Address
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom
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FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs

What is your most memorable wedding?

All of them are special.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Classy, cool, relaxed, smooth, professional.

What about your business are you most proud of?

That we give excellent quality for a fair price.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Allow us to help take the stress away. We have played at hundreds of events and are here to help your Wedding go smoothly.

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

One wedding, in a marquee, was set out for an afternoon tea type reception and the Bride and her Mum had spent ages sourcing china teacups & saucers, tiered cakestands which were all different coloured patterns, but looked so very pretty. They had also handmade and handpainted the placecards.

Describe your typical process with a couple.

The first approach is usually via email to establish the date of the Wedding and our availability and price. The fee depends on how many sets of music are required and whether we need to add on fuel costs. Then we progress to chatting on the phone. If the venue is local to us [Mansfield] we can usually meet the couple at their chosen venue to discuss where we will be setting up to play and get an idea of the intended timetable. If the venue is not local, and visiting it before hand is not feasible, we will go through everything with the couple via email and telephone. This ensures everyone knows what is happening on the day. We then send a contract requesting a deposit. This secures the booking and the balance of payment is due on the day. A short while before the Wedding we contact the couple to confirm all the details.

What makes a romantic first dance?

As we play for the meet and greet or dinner part of the Wedding, we are not usually asked to be involved in songs for dancing. Most of the songs in our repertoire have lyrics about love.

What is your number one floor-filler?

We play music for dinner, canapes or drinks receptions, not for dancing. So we are mainly live background music and ambience rather than dancing. But we have two 'signature' songs, really. One is 'Fever' and the other is 'Smooth Operator.'
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