Testimonials

This is what our clients say about us:

• It was an absolute  pleasure to see  you and The Charleston Charlies again and once again , I really enjoyed your performance. You are not just an incredibly talented group of musicians but you work together and with the audience to deliver something that is worlds apart from your average function band. We’ve had loads of favourable comments from people who enjoyed the night.
• Corporate function, Oct 2008
• I just wanted to let you know that the Oscar Berhardts Charleston Charlies was a real hit at our wedding! Every one loved them; young and old. I think they really made the day.  They were lovely guys too. 
•  Wedding, July 2007
• Everything was perfect, from the professional set-up and image to the efforts you made to ensure the party went with a swing, blending the 1920s into more modern swing. Most importantly of course, was the quality of your music - you performed the songs with talent, pizzazz, style and showmanship. And you don't need to take our words for that; all of our guests - even the ones difficult to impress (my Dad) - have told us how much they enjoyed your performance; it really was the highlight of a fantastic event.
• I'd recommend you, without reservation, to anyone looking to book a band of hugely talented musicians who can put on a real show that evokes the class and style of a previous era.
• We couldn't have wished for a more talented, or professional, band to round off our day.
• Civil Partnership wedding, 2008
• We have been to a number of weddings and birthday celebrations with a live band but we can honestly say none have been as good as Oscar B. We were all treated to your wonderful mix and flavours of music so irresistibly hip-gyrating and toe-tapping. Personally I cannot recall an event where there were always people on the dance floor. You had something for everyone. 
• Wedding, May 2008
• The music was just what we wanted and everyone commented on how nice it was to have a swing band. People really got into the dancing but I think people found it nice to be able to chat with the music going on. We would certainly ask you to play again if we had another occasion and will be happy to recommend you to friends.
• Wedding, May 2008
• We were delighted with the music you provided and we had lots of comments (all good), including ‘That’s how music at a wedding should be’. 
• Wedding
• You and all the band were fantastic and created  an excellent ambiance. We had the most fantastic day and can’t thank you enough.
• Wedding
• Thank you so much for making our Civil Partnership celebration so fabulous. . Your mood music as people arrived, followed by dance and swing after the meal really got our party started and added a wow factor on top of all our other wow factors of the day. I know people are still talking about what a great party it was and even the Lowry Events Manager asked for your details so he could recommend you.
• Civil partnership wedding, September 2008
• You kept everyone entertained and dancing throughout the night and the arrangement of "My Love" you did for our first dance was just brilliant. Without exception, all our guests have said how great you were and what a good time they had and thats quite an achievement as there's a one or two of our friends who are not really into swing music - even they have said how much they enjoyed it and how fabulous you were.....quite a feat!  
• Wedding, May 2008
• You have an amazing voice and a great band. It was a real pleasure to deal with you from the start. Thank you for singing our favourite song; you do it so well. If I ever know of an occasion where a fantastic jazz band is required, I will certainly recommend The Oscar Bernhardt Ensemble. 
• Wedding, September 2006
• The band were fantastic - professional, fun and a very high standard.  They really added something to our evening.
• Wedding, March 2008
• Everyone loved the music and we were also very appreciative of your flexibility given that we were running all kinds of late!
• Wedding, September 2008
• Fantastic, Absolutely Brilliant, First Class, Wonderful. From our first conversation right through to the evening we have been impressed with your attitude and competence, and now are still enjoying the memories of the music and your entertainment.
• Please feel free to use us for any references for any future bookings you may have. You can be assured that we shall say nothing but praise for you and the ensemble.
• Wedding
• What a performance!! You blew us away with your music and voice, it was such a perfect day. The evening was so jazzy and soul it was better than we imagined it could be. All of our guest could not believe how fantastic you were.
• We are so happy that we chose the Oscar Bernhardt Ensemble for our wedding day, you have given us some unforgettable memories that we will treasure for the rest of our lives. 
• Wedding
• Just a short note to say thank you so much for making Angela's party such a special night on Saturday. Everyone adored the Ensemble, as was clear from the packed dance floor.
• Singled out for special praise were your pianist, bass player and incredible multi-tasking saxophonist/flautist.
• One of your greatest new fans is on the house committee at the Club and has pocketed a card with the intention of re-booking you for future events.
• 40th birthday party
• The Jazz band <The Oscar Bernhardt Ensemble> were absolutely amazing. I loved them and everyone commented how great they were. I would definitely recommend them to anyone else.
• Wedding
• Thank you and the rest of the Oscar Bernhardt Ensemble for making our wedding day so memorable. You all played fantastically and really added to the ambience of the evening. We saw friends of ours up on the dance floor we’d never even see dance before!
• Wedding
• The Oscar Bernhardt Ensemble was outstanding. You were even better than your demo CD! As a professional musician, I have to say that you were FANTASTIC. WE have had so many compliments concerning the band. People enjoyed both dancing and listening to your music. Even the teenagers at the wedding thought you were amazing!
•  When I heard your demo I was knocked out by your professionalism, outstanding quality, musicianship and electric vibe!
• My brother has already booked you for his wedding next year! You were sooooo funky – The Marquee: with your music, dim lighting and international ambiance resembled a chic New York jazz club.
• Wedding
• Thank you to you and the other chaps for all your hard work in helping to make the party go with a swing. You pitched it just right and we had many complimentary remarks on your behalf, which I am only too pleased to pass on. It has been a pleasure to work with you and I shall have no hesitation in recommending you.
• Corporate function
• The music was spot on at our wedding! Everybody enjoyed it! Including Gemma's 89 year old grandad! Did you see him move on the dance floor! I think this was a measure of your performance, your music caters for all ages and tastes! It was fantastic!! We keep playing your demo CD to remind us of our great day!!!
• Wedding
• Once again, many thanks for the smashing programme you and the Ensemble put together for the dinner at Salters' Hall last month. I have had many gushing comments on the playing and the choice of pieces and I know you went down particularly well with one of my noble Law Lord colleagues, T L, who cannot believe that a stuffy  chemist like me can know such excellent players. 
• Dinner attended by the Lord Mayor of London
• Thank you and your fellow musicians for leading the party at the Stanneylands after F and M’s wedding. Your music was much enjoyed and had feet tapping all night, even for those who could not dance. The floor was busy and people were obviously enjoying what you played.
• Wedding
• All the guests, without exception, thoroughly enjoyed themselves and everyone at Magnus are more than happy with the overall result.
• Corporate function
• The band were fantastic and everybody had a great time.
• Silver wedding anniversary
• We really enjoyed the music you provided for our wedding last weekend. The ensemble was perfect for the venue and we and our guests really enjoyed the music you played. We were a very discerning audience, but the admiration was universal.
• Wedding
• Yet again words can’t express how much the band meant to both of us. They were the best entertainment and played beautiful music. They were stars. They interacted well with the guests, my family thought of them very fondly. I have shouted from the roof tops about this band and some friends get married next year therefore I have given them your email address for the same guys we had.
• Wedding
•  We had a wonderful day and the music you played really was the icing on the cake. We really enjoyed dancing to your music and our guests commented on how wonderfully you played and how nice it was to be able to talk to friends and relatives they hadn’t seen for a while whilst being entertained by such great music.
• Wedding
•  The band was fantastic and helped make our evening a spectacular success! We both thought the whole band was very professional and smart, and that your sets were very fitting for the evening reception.
• Wedding
• A big thank you for such a brilliant night to celebrate our wedding! We thoroughly enjoyed your music and so did all our guests – Everyone complimented you!
• Wedding
• Thank you for your brilliant performance at our wedding. It was much appreciated and helped to make our day so perfect. Lots of people commented on how much they enjoyed your music and we will have no hesitation to recommend yourselves to others.
• Wedding
• You provided a perfect end to what had been for us a perfect day. The sound quality was superb. I know that Simon and Wendy, the owners of Augill, will be recommending you for future events and we certainly hope that we will run into you again in the future.
• Wedding
• Many people have commented about the music and how much they enjoyed it. Thank you once again for making the evening a success. 
• Civic ball
• Just a short note to say  how grateful we are for your enthusiasm, professionalism and reliability. Having chosen a 50’s theme, but nothing too over the top, you pitched it perfectly and added to a perfect day. We loved every minute of your performance – especially Dad! You created a truly memorable atmosphere for our day. We would have no hesitation recommending you to our friends.
• Wedding
• Thank you for providing us with such excellent entertainment during the evening. All the guests enjoyed your performance greatly and your presence was in large part responsible for such a successful evening. Would you please let me know whether you are available for a similar bash!
• Cheshire business event gala dinner
• I would and will really recommend you to any of my friends that are planning to get married or are having a party.
• Thank you very much and we hope to be having you play at one of our parties again soon. 
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Like the sound of us? Contact us on 0161 881 2798 or email us: oscar@oscarb.co.uk and see what we can do for you!