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SOON - Sue's debut album - is a collection
of 10 original songs in which she performs her own lyrics to music penned
by composer Alan Large. |
Soon
(10); You Make Me Go (Oooh)
(11); |
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You'll
Never Know It's Track 10 on Sue's mp3 player. |
Acoustic Lounge Poynton
The Sue Barron Jazz - Duo/Trio/Quartet/Quintet.
The Sue Barron Jazz Quartet/band have been performing in and around Manchester, the North West of England and further afield for 14 years, at weddings, functions and also at music venues, restaurants and bars. Sue Barron is a passionate singer who can entertain you with accompaniment ranging from piano through to a six piece band depending on:
• your needs • your budget • your venue Sue works with musicians of the highest calibre to perform to suit the needs of you the client and your occasion - whether it be background/ dinner jazz and ballads, more up-beat songs, or a combination of both. We play jazz standards, swing, Bossa-Novas' along with contemporary classics. Think of Nina Simone, Frank Sinatra, Natalie Cole, Ella Fitzgerald - these are some of the artists whose material we play, plus material from more contemporary artists such as Adel, Sade, Eva Cassidy, Norah Jones, Alicia Keys, Caro Emerald, Carol King, Erykah Badu. |
Repertoire
Here is Our repertoire list which is constantly being added to. If you have a special song you would like us to perform for a wedding or occasion that is not on the list we can learn it with reasonable notice.
Ain’t That A Kick In The Head Ain't No Sunshine When You're Gone All Blues All The Things You Are All That Jazz A Night Like This (Caro Emerald) At Last Autumn Leaves Besame Mucho Bewitched, Bothered And Bewildered* (track 7) Blues In The Night Cheek To Cheek Close To You Come Fly With Me Comes Love Cry Me A River Cupid Dance Me To The End Of Love (Madelaine Peyroux) Desafinado Don’t Know Why Don’t Get Around Much Don’t Mean A Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing Exactly Like You Feeling Good Fever Fields Of Gold Fly Me To The Moon For All We Know For Once In My Life Funny Valentine Girl From Ipenema Girl Put Your Records On God Bless The Child Have I told you Lately that I love you Here Comes That Rainy Day How High The Moon How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You If I Ain't Got You (Alicia Keys) I Get A Kick Out Of You I Thought About You I’ve Got You Under My Skin Killing Me Softly With Your Song The Lady Is A Tramp* (track 5) Let’s Stay Together Let There Be Love The Look Of Love Love For Sale Lullaby of Birdland Make You Feel My Love (Adel) Mas Que Nada Medley Blues Misty Moondance* (track 6) Moonriver My Baby Just Cares For Me* (track 1) Masquerade Nature Boy Natural Woman The Nearness Of You* (track 3) No Greater Love On A Clear Day On And On (Erykah Badu) One Note Samba Paper Moon Perfect (Fairground Attraction) Route 66* (track 8) Satin Doll Skylark Smooth Operator Songbird (Eva Cassidy) Straighten Up And Fly Right Stormy Weather* (track 4) Summertime Sway* (track 2) Sweet Georgia Brown They Can’t Take That Away The Beat Goes On This Can’t Be Love Today I Sing The Blues Too Late Baby Unforgettable Until You Come Back To Me Wade In The Water When I Fall In Love Wild Is The Wind Yesterday You’re Love Is King You’ve Got A Friend You Taught My Heart To Sing CHRISTMAS REPERTOIRE White Christmas Santa Baby Santa Claus is Coming To Town Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting) Let It Snow Winter Wonderland Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas Sleigh Ride |
Venues
The Sue Barron Jazz Band have performed in many varied settings, hotels, restaurants, gardens and in private homes - we have even performed on a boat on the Thames! No place is too small to accommodate us, although, obviously, the size of venue will determine the size of band we can provide.
We are happy to visit your venue with you to discuss your requirements and make recommendations to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Some of our past clients:- Acoustic Lounge Poynton Cinnamon Club Bowden Cheshire Mario and Gianni Hazel Grove North West Orthopaedic Surgeons Ball -various venues. Stockport County FC Multiple Sclerosis Society Romily Lions Society Macclesfield Rotary North Manchester Arts Festival Sale Sharks Rugby Club Camra Beer Festival Liverpool Amicis Stockport Stock Restaurant Manchester Met Bar Soho London Carden Park Hotel Chester Cragg Inn Wildboar Clough Pizza Express - various in North West Cottons Hotel Knutsford Olive Press Preston Henry's Bar Manchester Cedar Tree Rochdale Royal Oak High Lane Tmesis Bar Manchester Zuri Hazel Grove Woolworths PLC London and many more plus private functions and weddings. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you play outdoors?
Yes, as long as there is a safe and adequate power supply and ample protection from the elements in the event of rain (particularly with the reputation of the British ‘summer’!). Do you perform at any function? Yes - weddings, birthdays, christenings, etc. - it really doesn’t matter. We are also available for restaurant work. Do you provide your own PA? Yes we do. Can you and the band dress to fit our occasion? Yes. The band’s usual code of dress is smart casual which is how we will appear unless asked otherwise. If your function is formal then we can dress to suit, for example in dinner jackets or tuxedos, no problem. How much will it cost? There is no set price because there are so many variables to consider - the size of band, the number and length of spots, travelling distance and the size of your budget- so we tailor a package to suit you and work out a price based on that. But you can always be assured that we will always give great value. |
Acoustic Lounge - August
Subject: The Acoustic Lounge
Date: 10 Aug 14:48:54 +0100 Hi Sue, Pleasure to meet you both last night and although I was busy working at the back I was able to listen and you were superb. I hope you enjoyed your performance and I know some regulars have emailed me to say they had a great night so thank you once again. If you fancy playing again please let me know and I will look into some dates for you Many thanks again Brian 60th Birthday party 8th November 2016
Dear Sue,
A big thank you again to you and your band for playing last Saturday - you were a real 'star' and everyone enjoyed it all and commmented on how good you all were. Thank you also for the donation, managed to raise £520 in total for the Mellor Country House. Love Barbara Wedding of Beth and Luca Sciambarella
To Sue and the band,
Thank you for our fantastic evening music - it really added something so special to the night. You were all just incredible! Lots of love, Beth and Luca. Wedding party
7th October 2013
Dear Sue, Thank you so much for you're performance at Bethany and Luca's wedding party last week. You and the band really set the atmosphere. You have an incredible voice and you being so relaxed really helped me to relax. Thank you so much, Jane Fahy. Thank you
From: Edward Yates
Date: Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:42:40 To: Subject: Re: Thank you Hi Sue, Thank you so much for your performance last week, yourself and your band went down brilliantly as always! Simon has your details for next year and so we'll let you know when we have a date. Best Wishes, Ed North West Orthopaedic Surgeons Wedding
13th May 2011
To Sue and 'The Band' Thanks a million for your super performance on Sunday. It made our Matt and Gill's beautiful wedding even more special. We will always remember it. John and Sharon Rollinson Client Testimonials
18/1/2010
Hi Sue and Boys, Many thanks for sat, you were amazing so good we were so happy with how it all went. Thank you all so much. Ruth and Dane 11.1.2010 HI Sue, Sorry for the very late mail, but I went to India the morning after the ball and am just getting back on top of things after the holiday period. I just realised I hadn't thanked you and your band for the excellent entertainment on the night of the 27th Nov - it was thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated by all. Once again, many thanks, Amol (North West Orthopaedic Trainees Association) 7th September 2009 Julie and I booked Sue and the band for our wedding and we really appreciated their professionalism and energy performing. The music really set the scene to a wonderful day and we would recommend them anytime to perform at any major event. Thanks for being part of the best day of our lives!!!! xxxx :-) Keith and Julie Dyer Date added: 22/05/2009 Client/visitor name: James Hodgkinson Comments: On the day Sue Barron's arrival, set up and start time were all on time – very efficient and professional. The band dressed as we had asked, played the songs we had requested, were flexible polite and pleasant. All present felt the band played well, playing quiet sensitive dinner jazz during our meal and more up-beat music for dancing. They responded to requests and paused when asked to for wedding speeches etc. If anything, they exceeded our expectations. On the night, the band themselves were quick to set up, well presented, and flexible. They were unobtrusive when they needed to be, being quiet during speeches and our bridal waltz, and kicked off with gusto once more after that. Sue Barron has gathered around her excellent and sensitive musicians who could quietly accompany a diner or have a room dancing. More than highly recommended. 16th February 2009 Dear Sue, I write on behalf of the Romily, Marple & District Lions club to thank you for supporting our jazz night. I received lots of excellent feedback for yourself and the band on Friday. The audience enjoyed the night and listened very attentively and appreciated the brilliant musicianship. Thanks again - can we do it again next year? Phil Daniels President Romily, Marple & District Lions Club. Client Comments on the Sue Barron Jazz Band 11th August 2008 Feedback for The Sue Barron Quartet…. J Hi Clare, (booking agent) Thank you! We have had a wonderful day, the band were absolutely fantastic. Everyone said how good they were and thoroughly enjoyed listening to them. Many thanks, and please pass on our thanks to sue barron. Kind regards Claire and Neil Date added: 06/03/2008 Client/visitor name: Judith Rastall Comments: Paul, Would you please pass on our grateful thanks to Sue Barron and her musicians for the wonderful way they played for us at Tutbury Castle on 1st March. All of our guests commented on how much they enjoyed the music and I shall have no hesitation in recommending them for future occasions. With best wishes, Judith Rastall 15 Nov 2007 18:31 Hi Sue & the Band. Great night at Rivendell and clients most happy as ever. Keep it going cos they dont get better than you. Alan LnB Entertainments xxxxx 12th February 2007 Dear Sue, I write on behalf of the Romily, Marple and District Lions club to thank you for supporting our jazz night by singing and by organising fantastic support from your family and friends. All in all we will have made over £650 which is a great success for us. All this money goes into our charity account and we use it for the numerous requests for help that we receive. This includes Stockport Social Services who contact us about needy families - we recently helped a needy child with Christmas presents and have paid for all his school trips for this year. We also support international campaigns such as Water Aid and Sight First but, in the main, prefer to help local good causes. If it's Ok with you and the band we would like to make the JAZZ NIGHT an annual event and I'll give you a call soon to discuss this. Thanks again - hope to see you all again soon. Phil Daniels Treasurer Romily, Marple and District Lions Club 7th December 2005 “Hi Sue, I wanted to say a big thank you to you and your band for an excellent night on 26th November. I’m sure you did more than your quota of sessions! Everyone had a great time, and many said how much they enjoyed the band. Thanks again, and please give my regards to your lovely boys! Jude” 7th December 2004 “Dear Sue, Thank you for a fantastic performance last Friday. We could not have asked for better. A lot of people praised me for my choice of band. All praise must go to you and the band. Many thanks. Paul Allerton 9th January 2004 “Hi Sue & the guys, To say a really big thank you for doing our wedding on 7th December. You were all great, just what we wanted, and thanks for doing the special songs,etc. for us, it all worked out great. Also, thank you for the wedding card, it was really sweet of you. Thanks again. Love, Ann and Darryl Berman” 10th November 2003 “Dear Sue, Thank you so much for the music you provided so well on Saturday night. Margaret and Roger, as well as our guests, really appreciated your singing and the playing of the band. A special thank you from Roger for "Petit Fleur" and "Sweet Lorraine", as well as "Fever" and "Summertime", some of his favourite pieces. He particularly appreciated the band playing "Petit Fleur" as they had apparently never heard it before I asked you if they could play it! This must be yet another piece to add to your extensive repertoire. You mentioned in your original letter that you would do your utmost to accommodate any particular requests, and you certainly kept your promise. Thank you once again for helping to make the 60th birthday party a success. Yours sincerely. Jane Drinkwater” 2nd October 2003 “Dear Sue, A quick note from Mike and myself to say a big thank you for making such wonderful music for our wedding dinner on Sept 6th at The Woodheys. Everybody appreciated your jazz quartet and, of course, Mike and I were delighted! Many thanks again, and with best wishes for the future. Stephanie” |
Need To Find Out More?
If you would like to find out more about SBQ, check availability, make a booking or obtain a quotation for a forthcoming event, you can contact Sue on:
Mobile: 07714 750 622 Email suebarronsings@hotmail.com |
Lyrics As well as being an accomplished vocalist, Sue is also a talented lyricist as her debut album “SOON” demonstrates. She captures a sensual view of love and life in her lyrics in a way few writers can and presents them beautifully through soft ballads and foot-tapping up-tempo numbers in music ably penned by writer and performer Alan Large. Here are the lyrics to the four tracks taken from the album which feature on Sue's mp3 player: ------------------------------------
Soon
Soon, you will be my love
Soon, it can’t come quick enough Ooooh, I need you baby Ooooh, I love you so much. Oh, I can’t help this feeling Oh no, it just won’t go away Even though… I’ve tried and tried and tried, But this love I just can’t hide. Soon, we will fly away Soon, to a bright new day Yes, we’ll be so happy Hey, what do you say? You – you light my life You – make the sunshine shine Make my defences weak inside And you – you make me feel That everything is real Or is this just me wishing that… You Make Me Go (Oooh)
I love the way you walk
I love the way you talk I love your smiley eyes I love your I… Love the way you laugh I love the way you have Of making me feel so ooooh You, make me go ooh I, want you so oooh And I know That you you feel the same way too This electricity Between you and me Has started a fire Of smouldering desire. I love your intellect I love when you protect… Me in your arms I… Love the way you dare Me to lay my soul out bare Naked truth between us is there Chorus One-Way Highway
There was something about you
The second I saw you Moment of madness And then I let you go I felt it so strongly Rightly or wrongly You felt if too And then you went away One-way highway There’s no turning back I’ve gotta find you It’s a single track One-way highway The sky is bright and blue My heart is flying Straight to you We’ve gotta be strong now To say how it is now Feelings like this They just won’t go away You know we’re connected My heart’s unprotected I’ve gotta show you What you mean to me One-way highway Driving through the night It’s in the stars That I’ll hold you tight One-way highway My heart is pounding so fast Gotta find you And love you at last. You know we’re connected My hearts unprotected I’ve gotta show you What you mean to me Chorus Real Dream
Sunny Friday afternoon
I sit in a café And wait for you Steamy coffee Dust floats like stars Later I’m gonna hit the bars Oooh oooh oooh Oooh oooh oooh oooh Oh Dream a life oh Make good times Yes Dream a life Aah, aah, aah, aah........Real dream Dream of places far away May go there But not today See a picture on the wall Some sultry place Oh how it calls Oooh oooh oooh Oooh oooh oooh oooh Chorus Dreamt a river, was so blue I was so happy I was with you One of these days I’ll get it right My destiny’s Within my sight Ooh ooh ooh Ooh ooh ooh ooh Chorus |
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