Hatstand Circus

Music Selection

Please find below a list of recommended musical artists and acts carefully selected by Helena as suitable for events and promotions. 

The musicians usually work in sets of 30/45 mins, but these can be extended or reduced as required.

Some of the musicians come with their own PA systems; others use the venue’s PA.

If you would like advice as to which act to choose for your particular event, please contact Helena on 020 7538 3368 or 07748 005839 or email helenahatstand@btconnect.com.

Please provide information as to venue description, stage size, audience demographics and numbers, lighting conditions, event theming and how long entertainment is required for.

Bossa Nova Duet
Beautiful young singer and talented guitarist

Highly recommended – great for drinks receptions as uplifting background music – classically trained musicians from Argentina

Set One

• Aguas de marco (Waters of March)
• Chove Chuva
• Tarde em Itapua (Afternoon in Itapua)
• Acuarela do Brasil
• Ligia
• Triste (Sad)
• Summer Samba
• Insensatez (How insensitive)
• Brigas nunca mais
• Samba de Bencao
• O que sera
• Chega de saudade
• So danco samba
• Este seu  olhar
• Madalena
• Piel canela

Set Two

• Corcovado (Quiet night of quiet stars)
• Meditacao (Meditation)
• Garota de Ipanema (Girl from Ipanema)
• Desafinado (Off key)
• A felicidade
• Comencar de novo
• So louco
• Wave
• Coracao vagabundo
• Fotografia (Photograph)
• Lobo bobo
• Agua de beber (Water to drink)
• Samba en preludioJanelas abertas
• So tinha de ser com voceGracias a la vida

Emma Silversides
Extremely experienced and classically trained soprano

Highly recommended - experience the power and drama of a classically trained voice at close quarters Golden moments from opera - heart-warming renditions of well-known arias such as

• The Flower Duet from Lakme by Delibes (British Airways advert)
• Mio Babbino Caro from Gianni Schicchi by Puccini
• Nessun Dorma from Turnadot by Puccini
• Carmen’s sexy, sensual Habanera by Bizet
• The rousing Drinking Song
• Brindisi - from Verdi’s La Traviata.

Emma is also highly recommended for Christmas retail promotions singing a selection of carols. This goes down extremely well with the public – thrilled to hear such a trained voice in an everyday shopping environment.

Cole Porter Singer
Highly trained female singer beautifully dressed

Set List includes:

• The Tale Of The Oyster
• The Physician
• Night & Day
• You’d Be So Nice To Come Home To
• Let’s Do It (Let’s Fall In Love)
• Love For Sale
• Anything Goes
• My Heart Belongs To Daddy
• I’ve Got You Under My Skin
• Another Op’nin, Another Show
• Be A Clown
• Begin The Beguine
• I Get A Kick Out Of You
• I’ve Got You Under My Skin
• In The Still Of The Night
• It’s De-Lovely
• Let’s Do It
• What Is This Thing Called Love
• Wunderbar
• You Do Something To Me
• You’d Be So Nice To Come Home To
• You’re The Top

Fraeulein Karin
Extremely experienced and accomplished German singer and performer

Jazz/Blues, Swing/Jazz, Chanson/Pop, Musicals, Opera – blues jazz ballads, vibrant opera arias, swinging musical themes and cabaret chansons

Set One

• Aria Di Musetta – Puccini
• Oh Mio Babbino Caro – Puccini
• Black Coffee – Blues/Jazz
• Maybe This Time – From Cabaret Musical
• Cabaret – From Cabaret Musical
• Cry Me A River – Blues
• I Am A Vamp – Chanson

Set Two

• Die Kleptomania – German Chanson
• Old Black Magic – Jazz
• Stormy Weather – Jazz
• Vacanze Romance – Pop Tango
• You’re My Thrill – Blues
• Bye Bye – Cabaret
• Carmen - Bizet

Berlin Cabaret

Inspired by the traditional German Music Cabaret of the 20s and 30s with songs ranging from Marlene Dietrich, Zarah Leander, Comedian Harmonist to Brecht/Weil's 3 Penny Opera

Two female performers – song with choreographed dance/movement and costume changes
Set list includes:

• Cabaret
• Veronika Der Lenz Ist Da (Veronika The Spring Is Here)
• Ich Bin Die Fesche Lola (Lola)
• Kinder Heut Abend Da Such Ich Mir Was Aus (Children This Evening)
• Meine Beste Freundin (My Special Girlfriend)
• I Am A Vamp
• Nur Nicht Aus Liebe Weinen (Don’t Cry Over Love)
• Die Kleptomanin (The Kleptomaniac)
• Unter Den Pinien Von Argentinien (Under The Pines Of Argentina)
• Heiraten (Married)
• Ich Weiss, Es Wird Einmal Ein Wunder Gescheh’n (I Know, A Miracle Will Happen)
• Falling In Love Again
• Maybe This Time
• Mack The Knife
• Barbara Song (The Song Of Yes And No)
• Eiffersuchtsduett (Jealousy Duet)
• Seeraeuber Jenny (Pirate Jenny)
• Yes Sir
• Mein Herr

Vintage Off Broadway/Speakeasy Duo
Amusing and charismatic pianist and singer

Vintage Style Act

1930’s costumes – pianist in suit, spats, trilby hat and girl singer in sparkly silver showgirl costume.

Highly recommended – 2 x 30 min sets.

Set list includes:

• What a Swell Party This Is
• King of the Road
• Me and My Shadow
• Well Did You Ever
• Someday My Prince Will Come
• New York New York
• For Once In My Life
• My Way
• Who Wants To Be A Millionaire
• Love For Sale
• Fly Me To The Moon

The Marie Lou Revue

Dazzling dance & scintillating song transporting you back
to the Golden era of 1930’s 40's & 50's Hollywood.

Inspired by the greats, an exotic mix of your favourite stars.
Think Sunday afternoon movie memories with Fred Astaire, Anne Miller, Gene Kelly, Cyd Charisse, Judy Garland, and Esta Williams.

Set 1 – approx 30 minutes

The costume is very glamorous Hollywood starlet style. Very MGM musical (pink with roses or black and white polka dots)

Enter with large fans to dance a seductive routine with interludes of song (no nudity)

• Bewitched
• I Cant Give You Anything But Love
• I Get A Kick
• Whatever Lola Wants
• Fever - set to the rhythm of tap as the base line
• Fly Me To The Moon
• Full Tap Dance Number To 'Slap That Base' (Sultry Style)

Set 2 - approx 30 minutes

The costume is classic top hat, black tail coat suit, bow tie, white waist coat.

Enter with tap rhythms building up into an exciting acoustic number just with tap.

• Nice Work
• Making Whoopee
• Sunny Side Of The Street
• My Funny Valentine
• It Had To Be You
• Johnny One Note
• Full Tap Dance Classic Fred Astaire Style
• Finale - Singing In The Rain - with dancing and more tap

The client can also book MARIE LOU AND FRIENDS for a full night of cabaret

• Pinball Geoff - Bongos with bongo buck for short cabaret act
• Slim Ditty  - Guitarist and singer accompanist
• Frank Sinatra sing alike guest sings Moon River, My Funny Valentine, New York New York

Percussion World Music
Middle Eastern style music - Darbuka drum percussion with guitars and traditional instruments

Solo Musician or troupe of 3 to 5 musicians

The leader of this troupe is one of the leading Darbuka players in the world.

Credits include The Queens Jubilee and The Specials BBC Radio, Womad Festival, British Museum and the Purcell Rooms – Rhythm Sticks Festival

Highly recommended

Sets of 2 or 3 x 45 minutes

Edith Piaf Tribute

Édith Piaf (1915-1963) was one of France's most loved singers, who became a national icon. Her music reflected her tragic life, with her specialty being the poignant ballad presented with a heartbreaking voice. Among her most famous songs are "La vie en rose" (1946), "Hymne à l'amour" (1949), "Milord" (1959), "Non, je ne regrette rien" (1960)

Edith Piaf sing alike and French Parisian Accordionists

These artists share a passion Edith Piaf. Together they present powerful renditions of some of her most famous songs.

Ideal for French themed events or French Markets

Set list includes:

• "Mon légionnaire" (1936)
• "Le Fanion de la Légion" (1936)
• "Tu Es Partout" (1943)
• "La Vie en rose" (1945)
• "Les Trois Cloches" (1945)
• "Hymne à l'amour" (1949)
• "Padam... Padam..." (1951)
• "Sous le ciel de Paris" (1954)
• "Les Amants d'un jour" (1956)
• "La Foule" (1957)
• "Milord" (1959)
• "Non, je ne regrette rien" (1960)

Frank Sinatra Singalike

Extremely experienced and accomplished performer

Set list includes:

• Come Fly With Me
• Fly Me To The Moon
• Mack The Knife
• New York, New York
• That’s Life
• I've Got You Under My Skin
• Lady Is A Tramp
• That Old Black Magic
• Strangers In The Night
• Chicago

Chinese Traditional Musicians
London based world-class classically trained Chinese musicians

Really nice unusual option – soothing/healing music with traditional instruments

Drag Artists
Three to five wonderfully dressed and made-up drag artists performing lip sync and choreographed dance routines

Musical comedy

Order of Play

• Meet and greet in amazing costumes to introduce their characters
• 8 numbers throughout dinner with costume changes
• Great big finale at the end

The girls can also help with compering, raffles, filling time for delayed courses etc 

Choice of about 40 different numbers – can be themed to any occasion 

PA to be provided by venue

Shirley Bassey Tribute

Extremely experienced and accomplished performer

Set list includes:

• Diamonds Are Forever
• This Is My Life
• Never Never
• Big Spender
• Something
• I Who Have Nothing
• Goldfinger
• I Am What I Am
• Hey Jude
• What Now My Love
• Kiss Me Honey Honey
• The Lady Is A Tramp
• I Wanna Know What Love Is
• Moonraker

Tina Turner Sing-Alike
Charismatic, experienced, dynamic and interactive performer

Set list includes:

• River Deep Mountain High
• Simply The Best
• Steamy Windows
• Proud Mary
• Nutbush City Limits
• Addicted To Love
• Don’t Leave Me This Way
• All The Woman
• What’s Love Got To Do With It
• When The Heartache Is Over
• 24-7

Jazz Swing Singer
Glamorous female performer in sparkly evening dress

Set List includes:

• Lady Is A Tramp
• My Baby Just Cares For Me
• Paper Moon
• Desafinado
• Mr Bojangles
• Putting On The Ritz
• What A Difference A Day Makes
• Mad About The Boy
• Getting To Be A Habit
• Route 66
• Old Black Magic
• What Is This Thing Called Love
• Almost Like Being In Love
• Lets Face The Music And Dance
• Let There Be Love
• Unforgettable
• Straighten Up And Fly Out
• I Get A Kick Out Of You
• Beginning To See The Light
• Cry Me A River
• Beyond The Sea
• I Just Wanna Make Love To You
• Stormy Weather

Jazzy Soul Singer

Usually 1hour set  - Pop / Rock / Reggae Gigs
or 2 x 45 min sets  - dinner jazz sets + hosting
2 x 12-20 min sets - Commissioned events (pre- requested songs)

Natally Drag
Lip sync dancer and performer Stage sets suitable for nightclubs and dance events

Backup dancers and go-go boys also available for stage sets and walkabout

Bikini Beach Band
Great party band - very experienced with great costumes and performance skills

Highly recommended as unusual party band – fun costumes – fez hats, brightly coloured shirts – playing party numbers

Set list includes Surf Noir/Hula Chic versions of:

• Hawaii Five O
• Tequila
• A Bet You Look Good On The Dance Floor (Arctic Monkeys)
• Smells Like Teen Spirit (Nirvana)
• Egyptian Medley - Walk like an Egyptian, Night Boat to Cairo
• Swan Lake
• Music to Watch Girls By
• Wipe Out
• Can't Get You Out of My Head
• Ring of Fire
• Hotel California
• Miserlou
• Cars
• Blue Monday
• La Isla Bonita
• Some Might Say

Also available with hula dancers The Hula Honeys

Cockney, Variety And Nostalgia Entertainer

Solo act
Like Chaz and Dave
Cheeky banter and comedy and East End songs
Also Ukelele and spoon playing

Audience song sheets/stage décor/buntings on stage

Comes with own PA system, keyboards and backing tracks.

Client can also book accompanying troupe of dancing girls.
3 accompanying female performers sing and dance – up to 4 numbers

2 sets - 45/60 mins

Set List includes:

• Lambeth Walk
• Knees Up Mother
• Roll out the barrel

Barry White Tribute

Especially good for Valentine’s events and other parties with large female audiences

Funny and amusing

Set list includes:

• My First My Last My Everything
• Let The Music Play
• Just The Way You Are
• The Trouble With Me

Fil Straughan
Wonderfully charismatic singer, host and compere

Based in UK but US origin

Sets from the following genres – Jazz, Soul, Funk, Pop, Blues, Reggae

The performer will adapt and respond to the audience he is performing to.

NB This is just a sample listing and far from complete.  Please ask for specific songs!

Soul

• Ain’t No Sunshine
• At This Moment
• Close The Door
• Dock Of The Bay
• Feel Like Making Love
• Gimme The Night
• Let’s Get It On
• Let’s Stay Together
• Lovely Day
• Masquerade
• Me and Mrs Jones

Ballads

• 3 Times A Lady
• A House Is Not A Home
• Always And Forever
• Anytime
• Baby Can I Hold You Tonight
• Careless Whisper
• Caught Up In The Rapture
• Dance With My Father
• Hello
• Holding Back The Years
• Home
• I Believe I Can Fly
• I Have Nothing
• If I Ain’t Got You
• Saving All My Love
• So Amazing
• Suddenly
• Sweet Love
• True

Jazz/Swing

• All The Way
• Embraceable You
• Fly Me To The Moon
• Georgia
• It’s Only A Paper Moon
• Misty
• Mona Lisa
• Moon Dance
• My Funny Valentine
• New York New York
• Our Love Is Here To Stay
• Over The Rainbow
• Summertime
• The Nearness Of You
• The Summer Wind
• The Way You Look Tonight
• They Can’t Take That Away From Me
• Under My Skin
• Unforgettable
• Wonderful World

Motown

• End Of The Road
• Let’s Twist Again
• Lil Red Book
• My Girl
• Saturday Night At The Movies
• Stand By Me
• Twist And Shout
• Under The Boardwalk
• You Send Me

Reggae

• 3 Little Birds
• No Woman No Cry
• One Love
• Red, Red Wine
• Wait In Vain

Pop

• Angels
• Don’t Know Why
• Don’t Let Me Be Lonely Tonight
• Easy
• Emotions
• How Deep Is Your Love
• Imagine
• In The Air Tonight
• Just The Way You Are
• Love The One Your With
• Mustang Sally
• Somewhere Only We Know
• This Love
• True
• Wonderful Tonight
• Your Song

Contemporary

• Back To Life
• Hanging On As String
• If There’s Any Justice
• Let Me Love You
• Maria, Maria
• Ordinary People
• Smooth
• So Sick
• You Remind Me

Dance/R n B

• Ain’t No Stopping Us Now
• Ain’t Nobody
• All Night Long
• Ascension
• Celebration
• Closer Than Close
• Disco Inferno
• Get Down On It
• Give Me The Reason
• Hey Ya
• Hot, Hot, Hot
• I Found Loving
• Ladies Night
• Let’s Groove Tonight
• Living La Vida Loca
• Love Train
• My First My Last My Everything
• Never Too Much
• Play That Funky Music
• Rock With You
• Sex Machine
• Signed Sealed Delivered
• Soul Man
• Superstition
• Thinking Of You

Christmas

• Do You Hear What I Hear
• Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
• Jingle Bells
• Let It Snow
• Oh Holy Night
• Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer
• Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
• Silent Night
• Silver Bells
• Sleigh Ride
• The Christmas Song
• White Christmas
• Winter Wonderland

Also available for larger scale events:

The Fil Straughan Kollective – bespoke duo to 12

Chinese Elvis

Set list includes:

• Intro / That's All Right
• Suspicious Minds
• Teddy Bear
• Don't Be Cruel
• All Shook up
• My Baby Left Me
• Viva Las Vegas
• Rock a Hula Baby
• Always On My Mind
• Burning Love
• Way Down
• G I Blues
• The Wonder of You
• What'd I Say
• One Night
• King Creole
• You Don't Have to Say You Love Me
• It’s Now Or Never
• Trouble/Guitar Man
• A Little Less Conversation
• End Theme

Electric Violinist
Glamorous female singer and songwriter

Lisa R can perform on her own with backing tracks or as one half of RED HOT STRINGS with Jo Allen, which is a successful electric violin duo, whose repertoire covers everything from Vivaldi to Vanessa Mae.

The client can also book her exciting all-girl band, BLAYZ, who are billed as a crossover between classical string quartet BOND and popular Irish group THE COORS

Harp and Crystal Ball

The crowd is instantly drawn to the sound of one as she delicately plucks the strings of her Celtic harp. Mesmerised by the music, audiences are entertained by the other as she performs a captivating show with her crystal balls.

The beautiful crystal balls appear to defy the laws of physics, creating the magical illusion that they are floating in mid air.

An uplifting atmosphere is created by this unique and astonishing act.

Steel Drum and Electronic Bass

Two young contemporary male musicians
Unusual twist on traditional steel band
Highly recommended

Set Lists include:

Classical:

• W.A. Mozart: Rondo a la Truce
• Anonymous: Spanish Romance
• J.S.Bach: Toccata
• J.S.Bach: Giga Nr.105 in D Minor
• L. Van Beethoven: Fur Elize

Latin, Reggae & Calypso:

• A.C. Jobim: Girl From Ipanema
• Z. de Abreu.: Tico Tico
• A.E.Barroso: Brasil
• M.Keith, A.Bergman, N.Luboff: Yellow Bird
• B. Poindexter: Hot Hot Hot
• C.Corea: Spain
• B.Marley: Stir It Up
• B.Marley: I Shot The Sheriff
• B.Marley: Jammin'
• J.Hendrix: Hey Joe

Jazz:

• G.Miller: In The Mood
• D.Brubeck: Take Five
• C.Parker: Billie's Bounce
• D.Ellington: Caravan
• C.Parker: Donna Lee
• D.Gillespie: Night In Tunisia

Ballads:

• G.Gershwin : Summertime
• B.Streisand: Hero
• L.Ritchie: Is It You ?
• E.Clapton: Wonderful Tonight
• Gemini: Feelings

Pop:

• G.Michael: Careless Whispers
• Omar: There Is Nothing Like This
• B.Withers: Aint No Sunshine

String Quartet - Sigma Music

Wonderfully accomplished and elegant classical musicians

Ideal for corporate receptions and Christmas retail promotions

Spanish Flamenco Guitarist

Extremely talented Flamenco Guitarist

Themed Pianist

With electronic keyboard – background music from any genre – classical/modern/Broadway etc – artist can be styled in costume to fit in with theme

Harpist

Top female performer – also duet with Double Bass or strings

Woodwind

Flautist etc

Portuguese guitarists and singer

Traditional Algarvian musicians – highly experienced

Brass band

Traditional Brass Band – can also stroll

Irish traditional musicians

Celtic Harp etc - Great for St Patrick’s Day events or for older audiences

Moroccan/Egyptian musicians

Also with fantastic high technique Egyptian style Belly Dancer

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