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A Touch Of Paris
From £645
Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extrasFrom £645
Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extrasOverview
A Touch Of Paris are a Jazz group that bring a wonderful Parisian sound to all types of evenings and themed events.
The band specialise in transporting you from a 20′s American speakeasy to a Parisian Cafe from one moment to the next. With sultry female vocals combined with sultry violin playing the options are endless.
The band is available from a Duo up to a Five piece ensemble.
Duo – Vocals, Violin, Guitar
Trio – Vocals Violin, Guitar, Bass
Additional musicians available to add to make Quartet or Quintet: Drums, Saxophone/Clarinet, Trumpet, Vibraphone
To find out more about what A Touch Of Paris can bring to your event then enquire now and get an instant price for the trio and more options available on request.
* Band Under a Grand - Please note that the Band Under a Grand promise applies to standard performance fees only. While there is little or no additional costs for local events, additional travel fees or certain extras may result in your quote being higher than £1000.00
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Set list
American Jazz
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-Softly as in the morning sunrise C-
-Stella By Starlight Ab
-There Will Never Be Another You C
-There Is No Greater Love F
-Autumn Leaves F/D-
-At Last
-All The Things You Are F
-Dream a little dream of me E
-I got rhythm D
-Beautiful Love D-/F
-A Foggy Day E
-Lets Fall In Love Gb
-If I Should Lose You Eb
-The Lady is a tramp A
-How high the moon F
-I fall in love too easily C
-Body and soul D-
-Smile D
-My funny valentine A-
-Loverman F
-Cry me a river E-
-Summertime E-
-Have you met Miss Jones F
-round midnight D-
-All of me Bb
-Fly me to the moon A-
-Ive got you under my skin C
-Cheek to cheek Ab
-New York New York D
-Come fly with me Bb
-The way you look tonight C
-Night and day C
-L-O-V-E G
-My baby just cares for me C
-What a wonderful world C
-My favourite things E-
-Feeling good B-
-Somewhere beyond the sea Eb
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French
-Non, je ne regrette rien G
-Sympathique F
-Padam Padam Bb-
-La vie en rose Ab
-La foule G
-Cest Si Bon Bb
-Plus je tembrasse Eb
-Douce France E
-La mer Eb
-La javanaise Bb
-Que reste-til de nos amours? C
-Jme voyais déjà G
-Jai deux amours C
-Un jour mon prince viendra Db
-La Complainte De La Butte Bb
-Chanson Pour LAvergnat B-
-Ne Me Quitte Pas E-
-Paroles, Paroles Ab
-Tout De Moi Bb
-Je Me suis Fair Tout Petit
-Mon Amie La Rose
-Le Torbillon C
-Aux Champs Elysées C
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Italian
-Tu va fao lamericano B-
-Via con me G-
-Bella Ciao A-
-Mile Lire Al Mese Eb
-Torna A Surriento Ab
-Caruso A-
-Volare E
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Spanish/Portuguese
-Por Una Cabeza
-Corcovado C
-Perhaps perhaps perhaps D-
-Besame mucho A-
-Piensa en mi E
-Sway D-
-The girl from Ipanema F
-La Bamba C
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Classical
-Canon Pachelbel
Reviews (6)
Great band, perfect for our afternoons summer drinks reception party. Thank you
They're absolutely wonderful, I would book them for any event. Everyone just falls in love with them, they're a revelation
A very confident, professional band that has performed on City Cruises river lights. Reliable when called for work and excellent performance skills
The group were great. Weather was kind to us so they were able to play outside. The group created just the right atmosphere for the pre-meal drinks and lots of our guests commented on how good the group were.
Thank you A Touch Of Paris for a fabulous performance. You really made the night special.
Hopefully we'll be lucky enough to have you with us for our next event too!
Great guitarist with Edith Piaf style vocals. It was great!
FAQs
How far in advance should we book?
As soon as you know your date, really. Popular dates (weekends, especially in summer) can book up 12+ months ahead, but we've also pulled off cracking gigs with just a few weeks' notice if we're free. The earlier you lock it in, the more choice you'll have.
How much do you charge?
You can use the instant quote button on this page to get a price straight away — your fee will appear on screen, and you'll also get a follow-up email confirming it. If we're available and you're happy with the price, get back in touch with the Hireaband team to secure the date. It's very much first come, first served, so if we're available, don't hesitate.
What's your payment and cancellation policy?
Hireaband will ask for a reservation fee to secure your date, with the remaining balance due before the event (your booking confirmation will have exact dates and amounts). If you need to cancel or postpone, get in touch as early as possible — the closer to the date, the harder it is for Hireaband to fill the slot, so the cancellation terms reflect that. Full details are in your booking agreement, but the Hireaband team are always happy to talk through the specifics.
What if any timings change after booking you?
No problem at all. We know that timings and details aren't always set in stone at the booking stage, and plans have a habit of evolving as your big day gets closer. We're happy to be flexible around changes to your schedule, and if you decide further down the line that you'd like to add on any extra services, just get in touch with the Hireaband team and they'll sort it out for you.
What should we expect if we've never booked a live band before?
Totally understandable if this all feels a bit new! Booking a band is a big part of your day, so we're here to make it as straightforward as possible. We've performed at countless weddings and events, and the Hireaband team will guide you through every step, from your initial enquiry right through to the big day itself. If you're ever unsure about anything, just ask — that's what we're here for.
Can we see you perform live before booking?
We don't always have public gigs to invite you to (weddings tend to be private!), but we're always happy to jump on a call and talk you through what to expect. A public performance will often be posted on this page too, so it's worth checking back — and if we do have one coming up, we'll gladly send details your way.
How much contact will we have with the band before the wedding?
Hireaband will put you in direct touch with us around 3 months before your date, so you can go through all the finer details together — song choices, timings, any special requests and so on. In the meantime, the Hireaband team are always on hand to answer any questions you have, so you're never left waiting.
How many songs will the band learn especially for me?
We're happy to learn your first dance or a special request. Other songs depend on the time frame given and what the songs are. We're always keen to learn new things, so do let us know and we'll try to accommodate as best we can for you.
Can we choose our own setlist?
Yes, within reason. We have a core set of crowd-pleasers that we know works brilliantly, and we're experts at reading a room and picking the right songs on the night to keep everyone dancing. We're also always happy to tweak the setlist based on your taste — send us a few "must plays" and a few "please avoids" and we'll build the night around them. Just bear in mind that learning brand new songs from scratch (aside from your first dance) depends on notice — see above!
Will you be able to do my first dance?
Given enough notice, yes. It takes a while for us to rehearse a song to the high standards that we set ourselves. If you can give us at least 8 weeks' notice, that should be fine. The song also has to be suitable for a band. If we can't do it justice, then we can put it on an iPod and go seamlessly into our set at the end of it.
How much space does the band need?
This will vary depending on the size of the band and the setup on the night, but we've performed at a huge variety of venues and can comfortably fit into most spaces that have hosted a live band before. If your venue has anything a little unusual about it, we can usually find a way to make it work, so just get in touch if you're not sure and we'll be happy to advise.
What line-up options do you offer?
We can perform from a duo up to a five-piece ensemble. The duo features vocals, violin and guitar, the trio adds bass, and additional musicians such as drums, saxophone/clarinet, trumpet or vibraphone can be added to build a quartet or quintet.
What genres and languages do you cover?
We specialise in classic jazz and lounge music spanning American jazz, French, Italian and Spanish/Portuguese repertoire, plus classical pieces — making us a versatile choice for weddings, corporate events and themed parties looking for an authentic, sophisticated sound.
How many songs are in your set list?
We have a large repertoire of around 70 songs spanning American jazz, French, Italian and Spanish/Portuguese classics, plus classical pieces, giving you plenty of choice when it comes to picking music for your event.
Can you transport our event between different themes, like a 1920s speakeasy and a Parisian café?
Yes — we specialise in transporting guests from a 1920s American speakeasy to a Parisian café from one moment to the next, making us a great fit for events with multiple themed areas or a changing atmosphere through the evening.
How long do you take to set up?
We ask for around an hour to set up and check everything is working, but if it needs to be shorter, just let us know and we'll always accommodate as best we can.
How far will you travel?
We regularly perform all over the country, so distance really is no object, but we will require an additional fee for travel and may need bed and breakfast arranged for us. Any price you receive already includes travel costs, so there won't be any surprise extras on top.
Will we need to feed you?
It depends on timings, but generally some hot food would be hugely appreciated. It doesn't have to be anything fancy. Normally a catering company will provide a 'crew meal' as part of their package, or we're happy to have evening food that's already available.
What do you wear?
We tend to be 'smart casual' as in our pictures and video. However, we can be smarter or more casual depending on your event and requirements.
How long do you perform for?
As standard, we provide 2 x 1hr or 3 x 40 minute sets as required on the night, up until midnight. We can play past midnight, but it can incur an additional fee. We are flexible though and will always try to accommodate your requirements. We can also add an additional 1hr set for a small fee!
Do you take breaks, and what happens to the music then?
Yes, we'll take short breaks between sets to grab a drink and catch our breath! During these breaks we'll have background music playing through our own PA system, so there's never a dead moment on the dancefloor. Just let us know if you have a particular playlist or Spotify account you'd like us to use.
Will the band provide a DJ service?
Yes, as standard we provide a playlist DJ service whenever we're not performing — so between sets and after our last set, right up until midnight (or your curfew if earlier). These are tried-and-tested playlists that we've refined over countless events, but you're also welcome to send us your own playlist to play instead. If you'd like a bit more than that, we offer an upgrade to a manned DJ service, where a band member stays on hand throughout to look after the music and take requests on the night.
Can you arrive earlier and finish later?
Our standard on-site time runs from 6pm to midnight, but we're happy to be flexible around your schedule. Whether you need us there earlier for an afternoon slot or performing later into the night, just let us know your requirements and we'll do our best to accommodate — additional fees may apply for extended hours.
Do you offer any optional extras?
Yes! On top of our standard package, we can offer a range of optional extras for an additional fee — things like extra performance sets, a manned DJ service, acoustic sets for your ceremony or drinks reception, and more. Just let us know what you have in mind and we'll see what we can put together for your day.
Do you provide all your own equipment?
Yes, all we need is a clear area in which to set up and a power supply.
Are you insured and PAT tested?
Yes to both. We carry full public liability insurance, and all our equipment is PAT tested annually. Hireaband will send your venue any certification that's required.
Can you work with sound limiters?
Yes. We don't 'love' them, but we absolutely can work within them.
What happens if one of the band is ill on the day of my event?
We have a network of fellow musicians that we can call on to stand in on the rare occasion one of the band is ill. On top of that, Hireaband is the UK's biggest entertainment agency and has access to dozens of wedding bands in your area even at the very last minute. However, we've never missed a gig yet.
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