Your Sussex Wedding - October/November 2023 (Issue 105)

Thank you for the music HARPIST IONA https://harpistiona.wixsite.com/harpistiona Iona Duncan has been mastering the harp for more than 20 years, performing solo concertos and touring orchestral works internationally. As a youngster, she was an upcoming talent, playing on the BBC Proms aged just 16 and was leader of the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain. In 2021, Iona graduated from Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance with a first-class honours and since then has become a regular booking for weddings and functions. With a repertoire spanning all genres from Mozart to Metallica, she prides herself in first-class service in both performance and customer service. When you enquire you’ll be greeted with a welcome pack and repertoire list. From here, you’ll be able to decide how you’d like to tailor your booking to suit your vision. While some opt for ceremony only, others love the idea of the sounds of a harp for their welcome drinks or dinner. Iona even allows her clients to determine the colour of her gown! You’ll also be sent videos of the music prior to the wedding and are also welcome to have a 30-minute Zoom session to finalise ideas and hear the music live. Relaxed vibes Scan to view video Elvis is in the building JOHNNY B MEMPHIS www.johnnybmemphis.com If you’re a fan of the King of Rock’n’roll, Johnny B Memphis’ performance will be one you’ll remember for years to come! His aim is to get everyone up by the end of the night, singing and dancing along to Elvis’ classics such as Suspicious Minds and The Wonder Of You, as well as everyone’s favourite Neil Diamond song Sweet Caroline. Johnny says, “I strive to offer a near-accurate vocal performance with the dance moves Elvis was so well known for while dressed in his 1970s-period stage costume. I’ve studied Elvis for years and have put in a lot of work to make my performance as authentic as possible.” While the music of Elvis Presley might not be everyone’s cup of tea, Johnny has been told on numerous occasions by wedding guests that although they’re not really fans, they really enjoyed the performance. Some even state that they couldn’t believe how many songs they knew, and that they’d definitely go and see him again. Others have hailed him as the best tribute they’ve ever seen; “Which is a really lovely complement to be given,” says Johnny. He continues, “Elvis’ music is for all ages and that’s why it’s perfect for weddings. It’s great fun for me and everyone, young and old, has a great time too!” Johnny B Memphis offers his services at for all stages of the wedding day from ceremony and wedding breakfast, to evening reception. Rip-roaring time Something different www.whiteyphotography.com Image courtesy of www.whiteyphotography.com www.instagram.com/murraytakesphotos Also check out... RIP-ROARING TIME Brighton Ceilidh Collective, https://brightonceilidh.co.uk Miami High Function Band, www.miamihighfunction.com Keen Mobile DJ Services, www.keenmds.co.uk RELAXED VIBES Joanne Kirstin Wedding Singer, www.joannekirstin.co.uk Geralvine Vocalist, www.facebook.com/geralvinevocalist Steel Pan Duo, www.rgsteelpan.com SOMETHING DIFFERENT First & Foremost Entertainment,https://firstandforemostentertainment.com Groves Caricatures, https://grovescartoons.co.uk Kevin Morton Magician, www.kevinmortonmagician.co.uk 55 ENTERTAINMENT

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