"Your performance was absolutely exquisite. I was much moved by your technique, creativity and emotional maturity. Seems to me you have a winning formula!"
—
Paul Munnery, Trombonist & Band Leader
"Cate appeared at the British Academy Television Awards at the Royal
Festival Hall. Her performance set the perfect mood for the event and
she was a pleasure to work with.
"
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Pete Reynolds, BAFTA
"Cate caresses each song with her lovely voice, ably abetted by Mike, who is in complete empathy. An album to relax and enjoy - anytime! "
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'In The Mood For Love' CD Review, Just Jazz Magazine
" ..The BAFTA TV Awards 2009.. ..The Park Lane Hotel.. ..The Royal Society of Arts.. ..Earl Spencer at Althorp.. ..the Emirates Stadium.. ..RAF 90th Anniversary celebrations.. ..Osborne House, Isle of Wight.. ..The Daffodil.."
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Clients and Venues from 2008/9..
"...'Easy Living' in particular is a small masterpiece for both singer and accompanist..."
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Just Jazz Magazine
"...a vocalist of the highest standard... ..very original style... ..her singing technique is excellent.."
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Keith Nichols, 2004 Award Winner (BBC Jazz Awards)
"...Cate is a musical time traveller who brings
the feel of the Golden Age of Jazz into this
new millenium. With her lovely voice
and exquisite diction she
interprets Hoagy Carmichael,
Fats Waller, Billie Holiday
et al, with real passion........"
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Jenny Steel
"...it is clear that this is a lady who takes her craft very seriously indeed..."
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Just Jazz Magazine
"...for me you were the star attraction. Yours is the finest jazz voice I can recall hearing live. You reminded me so much of Peggy Lee..."
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a fan, Whitley Bay Jazz Festival
"..Clear diction and perfect pitch..."
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Just Jazz Magazine
"..the best version of 'Summertime' I have ever heard..."
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Graeme Puckett, former UK Lindy Hop Dance Champion
"Unlike so many modern singers Cate really understands the old songs which she sings - she also has the ability to really 'put a song across'. She looks wonderful and sings wonderfully well - what more could you want?'
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Martin Wheatley, one of the UK's finest vintage guitarists
"We were delighted by your performance - it was exactly what we were looking for at The Park Lane Hotel. The whole band was fantastic and I would not hesitate to recommend you to any of my friends who organise events.
"
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Ludovic, Allegra Strategies
"...probably the most sensitive singer I have had the pleasure to work with displaying both musical maturity as well as a great respect for both her musicians and her audience..."
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Zoltan Sagi, World class Sax/clarinet player