The Richie Quain Duo
Richie Quain is a performer of rare vocal ability. Although a consummate guitar player, it is his voice that continues to enchant crowds time and time again. His catalogue of material has grown with painstaking care and attention to detail, wishing to play music which moves him and sing lyrics that he can relate to.
Every performance is unique thanks to his willingness to be completely absorbed in the tune. With thoughtful accompaniment he will take a song to a different place every time. What this means is that the material is always fresh and heartfelt; producing music of the highest quality.
A performer of huge diversity, it is impossible to pigeonhole his style; he is a popular choice for Jimmy’s House Band to party the night away, in addition he also fronts a rock and roll group, Freddie Jacket and the Coat-hangers and plays instrumental jazz guitar.
However, it is his jazz-tinged treatment of the standards which allows him most creative freedom to express himself. His silky, hushed, smoky voice makes him a modern master of the genre - he can take a Duke Ellington, Gershwin, Sinatra, Cole Porter tune and provide a fresh slant on it; somehow making it feel his own. Even with material of a more modern nature such as a Stevie Wonder or Sting tune, the approach is exactly the same.
He has an innate sense of swing which is infectious to those who play with him and in turn the audience. The duo consists of himself on guitar and Michael Hall on piano, although he regularly works as a trio or quartet adding double bass and drums respectively.
Rich Quain epitomises what quality background music is about; playing at an un-intrusive volume, it should drift in and out of the listener’s consciousness. He is a very sensitive performer and realises the music works most effectively if allowed to quietly breathe and swing! This is why he is in such demand for functions. He has to be witnessed live to truly appreciate his capability; providing memorable performances, whatever the genre
The Richie Quain duo, trio, or quartet is available for bookings anywhere in the UK. Please call Mike Hall on 07977 454170 or by e-mail at mike@michaelhallmusic.co.uk to discuss individual requirements.
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Available for weddings, corporate do's, private parties etc. anywhere in the UK
Please contact Mike
Telephone: 07977 454170
Email: mike@michaelhallmusic.co.uk
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