Classical Entertainment

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Classical Entertainment is a consortium of professional musicians, mainly classically trained, who offer a unique range of services to the entertainment industry. Founded by Richard Stark, a classically trained singer with over 12 years' experience in both Operas, Cabaret, Concerts and Music Festivals.

With their experience and connections with the world of Opera, the West End as well as musicians from other walks of life such as Rock & World Music, Classical Entertainment is able to offer a range of musical services - some traditional some innovative - to provide entertainment to suit almost every occasion, from small private functions to larger corporate functions to small-mid scale productions.

The simplest and most compact form of entertainment, ideal for smaller private or corporate venues.

An original twist on this well known format - the waiters will begin to have an argument which will then lead into song, culminating in a duet where they make up and be friends again.

Once the surprise has happened the singers will then return shortly afterwards and perform up to an hour of further material.

A madcap mixture of Classical music interspersed with audience participation such as chorus sing-alongs (wordsheets provided), a 'Name That Tune' competition - this can also include a 'sing off' between the parties that guess the tune correctly, and Waltzes & Can Cans.

Opera Scenes/Productions
For the more discerning occasion Opera Scenes or small-mid scale productions can be performed. These can be in either costume or Dinner attire and either to piano accompaniment or chamber ensemble.

Typically the works of Mozart, Bizet, Donizetti or Lehar and the Strauss family would be included in these productions.

Rock Opera
In the vein of the RPO, West End and numerous Crossover Artists such as Vittorio Grigolo and Katherine Jenkins - the division between Classical and Pop/Rock music has become increasingly blurred. In fact it has always been blurred with many well known songs such as A Whiter Shade of Pale and All By Myself having been based on Classical pieces.

Featuring either a Solo or Duo act performing to specially arranged symphonic rock backing tracks, or with a small Rock Opera ensemble the show would take the listener through the history of Rock music.

Artists featured include The Beatles, Procol Harum, Snow Patrol, Keane, The Sex Pistols, Queen, The Hollies as well as some original compositions.

Musical tributes of well known Classical/Crossover Artists. This is not a lookalike but a sound-alike tribute. All the Musicians are classically trained Artists in their own right.

In addition to performing the music attributed to the Classical Artists our Performers can also take you on a journey through the Artist's repertoire and career, including many anecdotes.

Available either Solo, Duo/Trio, with accompanist, chamber group or simply backing tracks. All our bookings can be tailored to suit the occasion.
Current Tributes include:-

Russell Watson
Katherine Jenkins
Andre Rieu
Josh Groban
Jose Carreras
Andrea Bocelli
Mario Lanza

» Themes Available

• Venetian Masked Ball (in Costume)
• Victorian
• Italian
• Bavarian / Austrian
• English (st George) / Last Night Of The Proms
• Scottish (burns Nights)
• Irish (st Patricks)
• Songs From The Shows / Musical Theatre
• Swing Jazz/ Rat Pack
• French, Russian, Spanish/mediterranean
• Pot Pourri (mixture Of All Above Themes)
• Bespoke
• Casino / James Bond Themes
• Phantom Of The Opera (in Costume)
• Classical Tributes (russell Watson, Katherine Jenkins, Andre Rieu, Andrea Bocelli)
• Rock Opera Show (well Known Rock And Pop Songs From The 60s To The Present Day Given The Classical Treatment)
• And Many More!

» Previous Clients

• Birmingham Nec - Opera Cabaret
• The Hurlingham Club, Fulham - Opera Duo
• Kensington Roof Gardens - Singing Waiters
• London Lancaster Gate Hotel - Solo Vocal
• Barrington Theatre, Bournemouth - Opera Scenes/cabaret
• Sewerby Hall, Bridlington - Proms-style Concert
• Headingley Cricket Ground - 3 Tenors Concert
• Glastonbury Festival - Opera Cabaret
• Rhythms Of The World Festival - World Music/opera Concert
• Bafta Film Awards - Solo Instrumental
• Aylesbury Vale Proms In The Park - Opera Duo With Orchestra
• And Many More!

» Testimonials

"The very first Music of the Night event was headlined by this versatile classically trained Opera singer at Sewerby Hall and Gardens. Set in a most enchanting of locations, hundreds of visitors of all ages enjoyed a breathtaking evening performance of popular Opera classics. Even the onset of the rain towards the end of the concert failed to dampen the crowds spirit as Richards magnificent voice echoed across Bridlington Bay. A night to be remembered by all."
- Myles Bacon, East Riding Council

"Thank you so much not only for providing superb entertainment at our Phantom of the Opera Ball but also entering into the spirit of the event. You are a true professional, you read the audience perfectly and everyone enjoyed your performance. Thanks also to Elizabeth she was wonderful.. What a lovely voice, and what a lovely person.
- Janet Knight, The Yorkshire Charity

"I booked Richard, Andrew and Elizabeth to present 'Classical Cabaret' at the Barrington Centre, Ferndown in March 2011 without having seen their show before. I need not have worried - very professional with excellent voices and superb musicianship. An excellent show!"
- Manager, The Barrington Theatre, Ferndown, Hampshire.

"I take this opportunity to thank you on behalf of all members and friends of SOSJ for the absolutely magnificent performance you gave for us with Jill last Saturday, 10th November 2012. Your professionalism and natural talent deeply impressed us all. We truly look forward to your performance in our future charity events"
- Dr. Vana Papalois, Sovereign Order of St John of Jerusalem

» Set Formats

Classical Entertainment Offers:

2 x 50 Minute Sets

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