Nothing will complement your special occasion more beautifully than the music of Manhattan Magic Jazz Duo or Manhattan Classical. We are a highly experienced professional instrumental duo (husband and wife, Malcolm & Elizabeth Ecclestone). We provide unobtrusive background music ideal for weddings, cool dinner jazz for sophisticated entertainment or something more upbeat for your party. We will give your occasion the ambience it deserves.

Whether you want smooth classical music to give suitable atmosphere to a champagne reception or formal dinner, or lively foot-tapping tunes for your birthday or anniversary party, Manhattan Magic Jazz Duo will perform the perfect mix just for you. Our popular combination of saxophone and keyboard will be certain to delight you and your guests.

For more formal occasions Manhattan Classical performs popular classical pieces on a range of instruments that includes oboe, saxophone and digital piano, harpsichord and organ. This stylish combination is particularly suitable for wedding ceremonies, christenings and other events where formal music is more appropriate to the occasion.

An additional option is a combination of both styles. Your guests can be welcomed with classical music that discreetly moves into smooth dinner jazz and eventually to foot-tapping party music. You have the choice of all or any of our wide range of musical styles.

Fees

Manhattan Magic Jazz Duo and Manhattan Classical are based in the Norwich area and perform mainly in Norfolk and Suffolk. Our fees include up to 50 miles of travelling. We are very happy to travel further afield by arrangement. Our charges range from £150 to £500, depending on the length of performance and distance travelled. For a typical two hour session we charge £175. We request a booking deposit of £75. We also offer a romantic Kenny G style performance for solo sax with backing tracks from £125.

We typically perform as a Duo for approximately two hours with short breaks during which we will provide suitable recorded music. We will by arrangement extend our playing time, and augment with additional musicians if requested. Please feel free to contact us by email or telephone for more information. We are always very willing to talk and adapt to our clients’ particular needs.

Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions and our complete wedding package

We can provide classical music as the guests arrive and leave, for the entry of the bride, and also during the signing of the register (we are happy to suggest suitable pieces from which you can choose).

During the drinks reception we entertain your guests while the bride and groom are having their wedding pictures taken. At the wedding breakfast our music will provide the perfect accompaniment as you enjoy your food and conversation. Later on we can change to lively foot-tapping tunes so that you and your guests can dance the night away. Our complete wedding package provides all the music throughout the day, from the arrival of your guests prior to the ceremony through to the evening entertainment. Charges for this are £400 - £500. We are happy to perform for all or part of your day.

Parties and Christmas Celebrations

We play at dinner parties, dinner dances Christmas parties, and special occasions both indoors and out. When required we can play at a discreet volume ideally suited for private homes and restaurants. You can choose from Christmas carols played on traditional instruments, Christmas jazz and pop on saxophone and keyboard or a mixture of all styles.

Corporate Events

We provide music for company dinners, product launches and various similar events. Once again the volume of our music will be set to allow people to enjoy their conversations.

Hotel and Restaurant special events

We also perform at various special events and themed evenings organized by Hotels and Restaurants. These include champagne & wine tasting evenings, dinner dances, Christmas lunches, Valentine’s Day dinners, New Year’s Eve celebrations and Wedding Fairs.

We have £5m public liability insurance and our electrical equipment is PAT tested.