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Nova Jazz

From £600
5 (7 Reviews)

About Nova Jazz

Book the band Nova Jazz for your wedding, party, corporate event, or any event! Francesca is a professional jazz vocalist performing glamorous Bossa nova, upbeat swing, jive and Jazz versions of your favourite pop songs. Delivered with class and style! She can perform as a solo singer with backing track or with her phenomenal band Nova Jazz.

Francesca has a client-focused approach and can create a bespoke setlist to suit your event from her extensive repertoire. Whether that means learning a new song for a first dance, or crafting a set for a for a birthday, corporate event or product launch. She can perform as part of a duo, with a full band or a backing track, providing all equipment necessary for the performance.

Francesca and Nova Jazz's repertoire ranges from American songbook jazz standards, blues, bossa nova and vintage pop covers to in both English and Portuguese. They have performed at prestigious venues across London including the V&A and Natural History Museums, The National Theatre, Thames river cruises, The Cutty Sark, the Residence of the Brazilian Ambassador to London and for Dolce & Gabbana.

Francesca started her musical journey singing opera in University productions before moving back to her hometown to access London's diverse music scene and undertake a Masters in jazz at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Having grown up exposed to artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Anita O'day, Louis Jordan and Jobim, the move towards jazz was something she describes as a ‘natural transition’ aided by influencers such as Amy Winehouse and Norah Jones.

Francesca was featured by Nigel Williams on Jazz Fm and Giles Peterson Worldwide for her lead vocals on the track 'Southern Freez' and her EP was showcased on BBC Radio London Introducing. Since 2015, Francesca continues to perform as an artist and working musician alongside some of London's top young jazz musicians. She released her EP Devil's Door is 2016 and 'In a Man's Arms' in 2019.

If you are looking to have a band that truly brings some flavour and uniqueness to your event, then look no further than Nova Jazz!

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Repertoire Nova Jazz

Songs

Amy Winehouse - Rehab
Amy Winehouse - Valerie
Amy Winehouse - Stronger Than Me
Amy Winehouse - Back to Black
Antonio Carlos Jobim - So Danco Samba
Antonio Carlos Jobim - Triste
Antonio Carlos Jobim - Girl from Ipanema
Antonio Carlos Jobim - Corcovado
Antonio Carlos Jobim - Este seu olhar
Antonio Carlos Jobim - Wave
Antonio Carlos Jobim - Agua de Beber
Antonio Carlos Jobim - One note samba
Antonio Carlos Jobim - Chega de saudade (No more Blues)
Antonio Carlos Jobim - Desafinado
Astrud Gilberto - Corcovado
Astrud Gilberto - One Note Samba
Astrud Gilberto - Girl From Ipanema
Ben Jor - Take It Easy My Brother Charlie
Billie Holiday - All Of Me
Blackstreet - No Diggity
Blondie - Heart of Glass
Bonnie Tyler - Total Eclipse of the Heart
Britney Spears - Toxic
Caetano Veloso - A ra
Chick Corea - 500 Miles High
Dean Martin - Sway
Dean Martin - Quando Quando
Domenico Modugno (Dean Martin) - Volare
Domenico Modugno (Dean Martin) - DJ en Band boeken
Doris Day - Dream A Little Dream Of Me
Dusty Springfield - Son of A Preacher Man
Eliana Pittman - Nem Saudade
Ella Fitzgerald - Accentuate The Positive
Ella Fitzgerald - Blue Skies
Ella Fitzgerald - Blue Moon
Ella Fitzgerald - Can't Help Lovin That Man
Ella Fitzgerald - Presentatie boeken
Ella Fitzgerald - I Get A Kick Out Of You
Ella Fitzgerald - Take the A Train
Etta James - Misty
Etta James - At Last
Fleetwood Mac - Dreams
Frank Sinatra - Fly Me To The Moon
Frank Sinatra - I've Got You Under My Skin
Frank Sinatra - The Way You Look Tonight
Frank Sinatra - Night and Day
Frankie Valli - Grease Is The Word
Herbie Hancock - Canteloupe Island
Herbie Hancock - Watermelon man
Horace Silver - Song For My Father
Jackson 5 - I Want You Back
Janis Joplin - Take A Little Piece of My Heart
Jayme Silva - O pato
Julie London - Cry Me A River
Justin Bieber - Despacito
Kate Bush - Withering Heights
Kylie Minogue - In Your Eyes
Louis Jordan - Straighten Up and Fly Right
Luis Bonfa - Samba de orfeu
Marvin Gaye - Heart It Through The Grape Vine
Marvin Gaye - Sexual Healing
Meghan Trainor - All About That Bass
Michael Buble - Don't Get Around Much Anymore
Michael Buble - My Funny Valentine
Michael Jackson - Billie Jean
Nat King Cole - I'm In The Mood For Love
Natalie Cole - Almsot Like Being In Love
Nina Simone - Feeling Good
Nirvana - Smells Like Teen Spirit
Parole Parole Parole - Mina
Pete Rodriguez - I Like It Like That
Portugal, the Man - Feel It Still
Radiohead - Creep
Randy Crawford - Rio de Janeiro Blues
Ray Charles - Hit The Road Jack
Renato Carosone - Tu vuo fa l’Americano-
Santana - Oye como va
Sarah Vaughn - Whatever Lola Wants
Soft Cell - Tainted Love
Stevie Wonder - Superstition
Stevie Wonder - Isn't She Lovely
Teenage Dirtbag - Wheatus
The Beatles - Twist & Shout
The Beatles - I Saw Her Standing There
The Beatles - Michelle
The Clovers - Love Potion No 9
The White Stripes - Seven Nation Army
Tony Regis (Michael Buble) - Quando Quando Quando
Vinicio de Moraes - Samba em preludio

7 Reviews
5 (7 Reviews)

Rosetta, The V&A Museum
The music transforms the atmosphere, carrying us through the eras: from 1920's speakeasy to Vintage Brazilian cafe!
Milan Dedic, Concept
We were all impressed with you and your band's performance at our Christmas party. We all enjoyed ourselves and you helped make it a great party. We will definitely ask you back to play whenever we have a function!
Jess Fisher, Deloitte
Just wanted to say thank you so much for the beautiful set last night, it was absolutely brilliant, everyone was totally immersed in the atmosphere, and your voice was so beautifully expressive. It was everything we could have asked for!
Danielle & Paul Taylor
Nova Jazz was fantastic and we really appreciated them learning the additional songs. They were warm, accommodating, and completely bought into the vibe. Not to mention the incredible performance and Francesca’s amazing voice!
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FAQs

What kind of music does a world band play?

World music is a genre that includes music from different parts of the world such as Africa, Latin America, Asia and Europe. It covers a wide range of musical styles, from traditional folk music to modern pop and fusion styles.

Can they play song requests ?

This depends on the band and their repertoire. Many world music bands are flexible and can play special request songs, provided they have enough time to practice and integrate them into their set.

Why book a latin band?

Booking a Latin band is a great way to give your party an exciting and atmospheric atmosphere. It is a perfect choice for parties and events where people want to dance, laugh and enjoy the music and atmosphere.

What happens during a bands breaks?

During the breaks, the band provides atmospheric music which they play over their sound system. The music is of course in line with the music played during the performance. Some bands come with a DJ, who will then provide the music. Of course you can also book a DJ for the breaks with all live bands.

How long does it take to build the band?

The formation of bands takes approximately 45 minutes for 3 to 4 piece bands. For larger bands this takes 1 to 1.5 hours. We always adjust the amount of equipment to the group size. If the group is very large (more than 175 people), the setup time will also be longer

What kind of music does a jazz duo play?

A jazz duo can play different types of jazz music depending on their own musical style and preferences. Jazz is a genre that emphasizes improvisation and personal interpretation of musicians, so each jazz duo can be unique in their approach to the music. Often, jazz duos have a wide variety of songs to choose from so they can meet the audience's preferences. They often play acoustically, with instruments such as piano, guitar, double bass or saxophone.

Does the music duo need technology?

A jazz duo can play different types of jazz music depending on their own musical style and preferences. Jazz is a genre that emphasizes improvisation and personal interpretation of musicians, so each jazz duo can be unique in their approach to the music. Often, jazz duos have a wide variety of songs to choose from so they can meet the audience's preferences. They often play acoustically, with instruments such as piano, guitar, double bass or saxophone.

Why book a Jazz Band?

Classical atmosphere: Jazz is an elegant and classic genre associated with stylish events and occasions. Booking a jazz band creates a calm and relaxing atmosphere that is perfect for formal occasions or cocktail hours.

Musical quality: Many jazz musicians have years of experience and extensive musical training. This means that they have the skills to play complex jazz arrangements and perform improvisations.

Adaptability: Jazz musicians are able to adapt their music to different situations and expectations. Booking a jazz band ensures that you receive a tailor-made musical experience that fits perfectly with your party or event.

Ambiance: Jazz is an atmospheric music style that can accompany the background of an event without dominating. Booking a jazz band provides beautiful background music that is perfect for dining guests or during a party.

Unique experience: Jazz is a specific genre that is not often played at parties or events. Booking a jazz band provides a unique musical experience for your guests that they will not soon forget.

What songs do live bands play at weddings?

The bands have a repertoire of songs from which they play. They are often open to suggestions and request numbers. It is a good idea to indicate this well in advance of booking. On the evening itself, requested songs can be detrimental to the construction of the set and therefore the enjoyment of the guests. If a requested song is not in the repertoire, several bands are willing to rehearse 1 or 2 songs.

What happens during the bands breaks?

During the breaks, the band provides atmospheric music which they play over their sound system. The music is of course in line with the music played during the performance. Some bands come with a DJ, who will then provide the music. Of course you can also book a DJ for the breaks with all live bands.

Does the music duo need technology?

This depends on the needs of the music duo and the type of event. Music duos often have their own equipment, but it is always good to inquire whether you need to make provisions for the duo.

What happens during bands breaks?

During the breaks, the band provides atmospheric music which they play over their sound system. The music is of course in line with the music played during the performance. Some bands come with a DJ, who will then provide the music. Of course you can also book a DJ for the breaks with all live bands.

How far in advance are bands ready?

The live band is ready to start 30 minutes prior to the performance. This means that everything has been built up and sound checked. It is also possible to agree that the live band will be ready to start earlier in advance. The band members will of course spend more time on the assignment, which is why they will charge a fee for this waiting time.

How long does a live band play?

A standard performance consists of 3 sets of 45 minutes. This is spread over a period of 3 – 3.5 hours. Shorter performances are also possible. The maximum playing time of most live bands is 4 sets of 40 minutes. This can be spread over a period of 4 to 5 hours.

How long does it take to build the cover band?

The formation of bands takes approximately 45 minutes for 3 to 4 piece bands. For larger bands this takes 1 to 1.5 hours. We always adjust the amount of equipment to the group size. If the group is very large (more than 175 people), the setup time will also be longer.

What is included in the price?

Everything needed for a successful performance is included as standard. So the price is all-inclusive and there are no additional costs. Included are:

  • Screened, professional entertainment

  • Not good, money back guarantee

  • Travel expenses

  • VAT

  • Replacement entertainment in case of illness

  • Online wish list

  • Personal event manager
    event manager

  • 24/7 customer service

  • Assembly and disassembly (if necessary)

  • Light and sound technology (if necessary)*

  • Other necessary equipment (if necessary)

  • The technology can be arranged by Evenses or the band in consultation. However, this is not always the case.

What is included in the price?

Everything required for a successful performance is beach standard included. So the price is all-inclusive and there are no additional costs. Included are:

  • Screened, professional entertainment
  • Money back guarantee
  • Travel expenses
  • VAT
  • Replacement entertainment in case of illness
  • Online wish list
  • Personal event manager
  • 24/7 customer service
  • Assembly and disassembly (if required)
  • Light and sound technology (if required)
  • Other necessary equipment (if required)
How is the price determined?

The price mainly depends on the following factors:

  • The desired duration of the performance
  • Travel time and travel costs
  • Any lighting and/or sound technology required
  • Any waiting and preparation time
  • The group size
  • Familiarity of the act.

Ultimately, every party is unique. Therefore, we are happy to discuss your requirements in advance and can make an appropriate tailor-made proposal.

How is the quality of the entertainment guaranteed?

A specially trained team does advance screening of our entertainment. Here, we look at:

  • experience,
  • training,
  • price-quality ratio,
  • representativeness,
  • originality
  • reliability in keeping appointments.

What else we do:

  • All acts are previewed through demos and live performances.
  • Personal introduction before acts can perform on behalf of Evenses
  • Our entertainment also has an online portal where they can view all the information and requirements of your booking at all times
  • We call and text the entertainment prior to the booking for a final check
  • We only work with entertainment that we stand behind ourselves and that meets our quality standards. In all other cases, they do not appear on our website.
  • As we have been in business for almost 15 years, we have a good long-term cooperation with almost all our entertainment
What is the process of a booking?

Our job is to completely unburden you so that you end up having a successful party. This is how you achieve a successful party:

  1. Look at our website and choose the entertainment you like. Difficult to choose? Contact our team and we will help you find the right option
  2. You will receive a no-obligation proposal. Does it not quite fit your needs? Let us know and we will try to adjust it. Is the proposal to your liking? Then you can indicate that you wish to book.
  3. You can submit your wishes and other details online. We will make an agreement and invoice. This can be paid and signed online. We will schedule all the entertainment correctly. We will get in touch shortly before booking.
  4. We're all set. We are going to make it a successful occasion!
How can I cancel?

Do you want to cancel unexpectedly? Please contact us, we will then try to resolve it as best we can for both you and the entertainment you have booked. In consultation, we usually come to the best solution.

This is our standard cancellation policy:
After you have confirmed your booking, you have 14 days of reflection time. You can then cancel, without giving any reason, free of charge. This only applies to bookings beyond 45 days on the day of booking.

If the cooling-off period has expired, or the booking is made within 45 days, we will charge a cancellation fee. You can take out cancellation protection at the time of booking for 6.8% of the booking amount.

Cancel without cancellation protection:
20% up to 90 days or more before booking
40% up to 31 days before the booking
60% up to 14 days before booking
80% up to 7 days before booking
100% up to 0 days before booking

Cancellation with cancellation protection:
up to 90 days before booking
20% up to 31 days before the booking
30% up to 14 days before the booking
40% up to 7 days before the booking
50% up to 0 days before the booking
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With flexible cancellation, if the supplier agrees, the Client can move the booking date once free of charge.

For well-known artists, we adhere to the cancellation conditions as they apply with this party.

How does payment take place?

You can make your payment via our secure online environment. We use the payment provider Mollie for this. You can choose from all common payment methods.

  • Ideal
  • Bank transfer
  • Credit card
  • PayPal
  • Apple Pay
  • Sofort Banking
  • Bankcontact
  • KBC/CBC pay button
  • Belfius Pay Button

You can choose the following payment terms:

  • 100% deposit in advance
  • 50% when booking is placed, remaining 50% 14 days before booking
    For companies only:
  • Pay 30 days after booking (2.9% surcharge)
  • Pay 60 days after booking (6.8% surcharge)
What if my party cannot go ahead because of Corona?

Would you like to book entertainment, but not sure if your party date can go ahead? With us, you can move your booking free of charge at any time if your party cannot go ahead due to government measures. We offer this guarantee completely free of charge!

What if last-minute it turns out the act cannot perform?

We always have a backup option available. Our team is available 24 hours a day. If the entertainment you have booked is unable to perform due to force majeure, we will do everything we can to make it happen. Because we have such a large network, we always succeed.

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From £600
5 (7 Reviews)
Guaranteed quality
Personal service
Always-playing guarantee
10.000+ events experience
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