*In December we released our first album, ‘Happy Hour’, which is really exciting for us! Its available via our website, but also on itunes, Amazon and Spotify. We would like to offer a free copy of the album to any confirmed bookings made through Love My Dress.
Just quote ‘Love My Dress’ when booking!*
I can't often work in complete silence. I have to have some kind of music on and I love listening to the radio, ore often than not it's Jazz FM or Radio 2 first thing in the morning, sometimes, when I'm feeling like a little something more cerebral, It will be Radio 4.
Music is such an important part of mine and my families lives, your choice of music can evoke so many memories, can change moods in an instant, can alter the course of your day simply for a beautiful melody or meaningful lyric. And choice of what music you have playing to entertain your guests at your wedding is a pretty big consideration too! I'm all for the fun and uplifting which is why the first time I experienced the The Bellinis perform live, I was honestly smitten.
The Bellinis are a five piece band from London with a difference. Performing mostly swing covers of modern pop, this musical collective with a vintage twist have something to offer most generations in terms of taste and musical enjoyment. You'd better get ready to get your groove on folks...
Love My Dress Wedding Blog - Film Copyright (c) 2013, The Bellinis
I'm not even kidding you when I say I've listened to that Britney Cover 12 times this morning already!
The images that appear on this page were shot at the amazing Dalston Heights (same place my book photoshoot took place) and taken by the talented Claudia Rose Carter - with hair and makeup styled by Lipstick & Curls...
Love My Dress Wedding Blog - Photography Copyright (c) 2012, Claudia Rose Carter
"We formed the band back in September 2010, and it just took off almost overnight. It all started in a dingy basement bar in Soho; three guys were on stage playing some swinging jazz when the doors burst open and 2 brunettes bounced in all lipstick and laughter. The bar tender had their usual order ready at the bar: “2 Bellinis for the girls!” was the cry!"
"After a little coaxing the girls took to the stage and with the hottest band in town that night, the crowd went wild. That night The Bellinis were born! Since then we have performed at some amazing events and venues, both in the UK and overseas..."
"We always liked the idea of naming the band after a cocktail, something quite classy but fun at the same time, and the bellini is the favourite tipple of the girls so it seemed very apt!"
"We are located in East London but are happy to travel anywhere! We have performed around the UK, but have also been flown out to Milan and Portugal.
We have a variety of packages and options available, but our most popular option is three 45 minute sets at the evening reception, for £1,350. (Travel fees are added on for any weddings outside of London)."
"We have two favourite parts to performing at weddings – the beginning and the end! Watching the couple take their first dance together is always something special. Its probably the first chance that day that they’ve been able to just stop and be together, and it really sinks in that they are now married. And of course, the end of the night when everyone is exhausted from dancing but still up on the floor and really going for it!"
"All the Single Ladies by Beyonce is definitely a firm favourite with the guests, and we’ve seen some impressive dance moves to it! We love playing Vogue by Madonna as it’s got a great rhythm behind it, and of course we girls get to rap! Thriller, Song 2, Rolling in the Deep and Price tag are all great fun to play too. We spend a lot of time writing all the arrangements so we really enjoy playing every song, they never get boring as there is so much going on in them."
Don't forget, The Bellinis debut album ‘Happy Hour’ is available via itunes, Amazon and Spotify - although the band will be giving away a copy of their album to anyone who books them to perform as a result of reading this feature! Just make sure you mention 'Love My Dress' when booking!
You can also follow the Bellinis on Facebook and Twitter - why not say hello!
Hoorah for brilliant fun-loving jazz musicians ;) I'm off to order my album copy right now!
Annabel
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