WeddingsOver the last 18 months,the Carlton Ensemble have played at all 3 of our Children's Weddings-one ceremony & throughout all 3 evening receptions.
They were delightful to deal with, efficient & organised.We left many choices of music to them & all were splendid. They made the memorable days complete. I cannot begin to explain how outstanding Carlton Ensemble's music was-just spectacular. Every guest's been talking about it & asking who you are so many times! David says he'll will never forget your 'Gloria'
I LOVED it all & want to have more celebrations with you guys present.Thanks so much.. I'll never forget walking down the aisle to 'Kissing You' & taking my time as you said . And in the vestry we had a magical moment after 'Dance of the Swans' & 'All I ask of you' when Rob & I looked at each other because the
music was so perfect & emotional. I enjoyed getting to know you & miss our chats on the phone.. Much love. I'm writing this with tears rolling down my face 'listening to Gabriel's Oboe. You played it so perfectly. Whenever I hear it, it'll bring back such amazing memories.
For that we can't thank you enough. What can we say? Walking in to 'Canon' I couldn't have felt more special. The moment we got in touch, we knew we'd chosen the right group.Thanks for learning
'Sex on Fire'--you did it proud. You & your group were absolutely superb For Jamie's Bar Mitzvah ,my daughter & I trawled the internet listening to string quartets & 'Carlton Ensemble impressed us most of all.
And good as they are, your live recordings at Dimitri's are nothing in comparison with' hearing the music you play 'live'--you totally blew us all away.The sound was amazing &
I wouldn't have changed a thing you did. Jamie was ecstatic about your version of ' Holiday by Green Day. THANK YOU.. You sounded fantastic- I wish I could have been a guest to listen to you. The 'Italian Job' you arranged espcially for us was lovely.Thank you
You were brilliantly adaptable about the weather & our extra time requirements & provided fantastic music
at our wedding.. Your music set the tone for a fantastic day & as you know even brought some to tears. We hope you .. I wish I could have listened as guests were arriving but I'll always remember how beautifully you played 'Canon' as I walked down the aisle & 'Gabriel' as we signed the register. .. The music was important to us & you really reflected the relaxed feel we wanted for our day. During the signing, your beautiful 'Rule the World' gave me goose-bumps. Our guests loved having their requests played & we only wish we could have listened but we had some mingling to do!
Fay, it was a pleasure dealing with you in the run-up to our wedding. You were really receptive to what we wanted & accommodated almost everything we asked for. Thanks so much.
Simply wonderful! Carlton Ensemble played at our wedding on December 17th, 2010 & were fantastic making our day even more special. Fay really helped
with the choices of music & even scored a piece as a surprise for my new husband.I'd recommend them for any occasion.Many many thanks to the group... Thank you again for the most beautiful & amazing accompaniment to our wedding day yesterday. Our guests noticed you totally 'got 'us & what we wanted.
It was an absolute joy to get to know you & feel everything was personalised just for us--even the spontaneous Take That singalong during the signing of the register.
We loved the music you played & you created a wonderful atmosphere.. Thank you Carlton Ensemble for playing so beautifully...July 30th, 2011 A massive thank you for providing the most perfect start to our wedding. All our guests said you were amazing & exactly what we wanted. Love 'Our guests had nothing but praise for your talent & said your sound gave them goose-bumps with feelings of happiness. There was hardly a dry eye in the ceremony room --including the lovely registrar and even you yourself.
I was probably the only one in control--I had to be considering the expensive make-up I had on!
Thank you Carlton Ensemble-you're the perfect quintet. Love Your team are true professionals & amazing to listen to. I understand Singleton Lodge thought you were the best quintet they've ever seen & heard at their venue.
Thanks so much for organising & playing so well on our wedding day Thanks Fay & the gang for the music in our ceremony--it was perfect.! After that I admit, took little in but heard grand reports from guests and relatives
It was a pleasure to have you there.The music was fantastic. Many guests were surprised to hear modern songs amongst the classical & said they could have listened
to you all day long. My hairs stood on end when I heard the Beyonce! Love & thanks for being part of a perfect day It's the 1st anniversary of our daughter's wedding & though we phoned you I'm aware we didn't email you. One year on, the music is still one of our
strongest memories from 'Nothing Else Matters' in the Signing to the 'Here Comes the Sun' you arranged for Helen & brought a tear to her eye. We would recommend your totally professional quintet to anyone.
So glad we chose you. Nothing was too much trouble & you even arranged our favourite songs for us. This made our special day even more memorable--one we'll
always remember Please pass on our thanks to the rest of the band for the wonderful playing. From
Stand by Me'-to Bach! everyone loved it.. Thank you for your efforts the in recording our special tune -- my 3rd wedding anniversary surprise for Mark. It's absolutely brilliant & brought a tear to my eye. I can't wait to see his face when he hears it.
I'm eternally grateful to you all. You made our wedding day. When you played my late father's favourite
song 'Sunny Side of the Street' I was moved to tears but so happy-my brothers & sisters all
knew who it was for & it was a beautiful way to feel him near. Our guests were singing along to you
whilst our photographs were being taken outside which made smile & want to run in to enjoy the
atmosphere. Thanks to you all. The memories you helped create will last
forever. A very big thank you to the wonderful Carlton Ensemble for providing the highlight of our Diamond Wedding Anniversary.
Your special arrangement of 'Ladies in Lavender' was truly magnificent. We will treasure memories of this occasion
forever My entrance music was truly wonderful last Saturday & everyone loved your rendition of 'The Great Esacape' just before! Thank you - worth
every penny! Emma & Adrian had no idea we'd hired you & had recorded a CD for their ceremony. Your music so overwhelmed them, it brought tears to their eyes.
All our guests said now you and your repertoire complemented the whole day. Thank you for the beautiful arrangements you played. We're in Oman & didn't get a chance to say thanks on Sunday. You all did a fantastic job & everyone loved you.
A big thank you-the day went perfect! You were wonderful.Thank you very much for everything.I would use you any time I could You were our surprise for Debbie & the 'icing on the cake'. She was thrilled we'd asked you to play.
It was marvellous walking her down the aisle as she realised where the music was coming from. Your playing
made it a magical occasion. Thank you. Your wonderful performance made all the difference at Jonny & Alicia's wedding last Sunday. I'm so sorry
I didn't come personally before we left. All my London guests were raving about you as they'd never seen or heard anything similar at a chupa.
Thank you again-- we hope to hear you again. Your music was incredible-you all worked so very hard for us on the day it was magical!
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts You & your team of wonderful musicians played absolutely beautifully. Thanks
also for your patience & support accompanying our nieces-who really pulled at
the heart strings & performed 'You Raise Me Up' perfectly ! Thank you for your sensitive & entertaining playing & for standing in at such
short notice & rescuing an already stressed out Mum! Your presence & your beautiful music made our wedding day so special. Your service
was professional & very friendly --just like your welcome to us in your
home when we came to choose our music. To Fay & the fantastic Carlton Ensemble-thanks for providing just what we wanted at our wedding-
you were absolutely brilliant! The driver pulled into a lay-by to put the roof of the wedding car down & we could
hear the Carlton playing in the hotel gardens miles away-
Our guests thought the music was outstanding. You made us feel very welcome at your
house too---we’ll recommend Carlton Ensemble to anyone we possibly can ... Your music was fabulous-we'll recommend you to everyone. Sorry you had to
move round the venue so much--but it'll have kept you fit-lo !
Sorry we weren't around to hear more but you and your fellow musicians helped make our wedding so superb .
Thanks again for your utter professionalism ..love..... A massive thank-you. Our surprise came off & Suzy was totally blown away by your music,
especially in our church's acoustics. The guests loved it and it could not have gone better...
We enjoyed working with you before the wedding & the music
turned out exactly as we wanted.So many guests complimented the quality of your
playing which most certainly helped make the ceremony so special & the reception at
Knowsley so magical I'd planned on sending thank-you cards to
everyone once we'd returned from our honeymoon but I couldn't wait that long
to thank you.It was just wonderful walking around the grounds & listening to your music in
the back' was just like entering the church all over again. We're just back from honeymoon & I couldn't wait to
tell you how fantastic your musicians were in church. Everyone commented on them especially when they
broke into 'Singing in the Rain!' Thanks so much for helping make our day
even more special. I hope our paths cross again one day.
In the meantime, I wish you lots of love, health & happiness. You made our wedding in the Lake District
so perfect. And we had such a laugh - I only regret not asking you all to climb the
mountain with me and the guests! I‘m still getting over
the surprise of all the congregation singing along to ‘All you need is Love’ &
joining in with trombones and , guitars as we walked out --very sneaky of
you all but lovely!! It was the highlight of our wedding- & the most fantastic time of our lives.
Heather & Co were absolutely brilliant . Gabriel’s Oboe was so wonderful it made me cry & the Harry Potter
theme was just classic! Thank you again....
The guests all commented how amazing your music
sounded in church & you were very patient waiting so long for me. I really
hope we have a reason to use you again. Carlton Ensemble's beautiful
input into our civil ceremony and drinks reception at Manchester Town Hall added something special
we could not have got elsewhere. Just as I wanted, the music was very emotive & your Canon in D as I walked down the aisle made
me feel my fairy-tale wedding had come true. Our guests loved having their
requests played-including, I believe, 'Teddy Bears' Picnic! Thank you
Your professionalism on the day of our civil partnership was second to none
and the music was fantastic--a variety catering for everyone from young to old. Having you there
was amazing & we’ll definitely recommend you for any future weddings & family events.
The most memorable part of the day for me was during the meal
when all of my friends were singing along to
you playing New York New York and it is something I and they will never forget.
Thanks for your fabulous music last Sunday
at our daughter's wedding--I didn't have time to speak to you at the time. All the guests were
delighted by your playing.' Having your beautiful music
added something extra to our day. Everyone loved the it & even the registrar made
lovely comments. Thanks all of you. You were a pleasure to deal with & we'll definitely recommend Carlton Ensemble in the future.
I just wish we could do it all over again! Your music’s wonderful. Your ‘Gabriel's Oboe’ overwhelmed me from outside the
ceremony room and moved my sister-in-law-- who‘s not very emotional- to tears...
‘Singing In The Rain was spot on given the weather & your arrangement of 'Concerning Hobbits' certainly
did not disappoint us ! You offer a professional service, with a friendly and approachable manner. We
simply cannot recommend you highly enough & are sure no other quartet would have
come close to your standard. A most sincere 'thank you' for
all your wonderful & enchanting music, your professionalism & your attention to detail. How fabulous it
was having you there to share our very special day . As our future unfolds we will
look back & fondly remember the special part you played.' The professionalism of Heather and the ensemble at Kaye’s wedding certainly contributed
to the ambience of a fantastic day.' You were superb. Your music created a most enjoyable & high class ambience to the reception.
Once again 'Many many thanks to a whole group of wonderful people.
You totally exceeded my expectations- our Irish
contingent were impressed with the Irish music you played. Others said the only thing they’d have changed
about our wedding was having you play for longer.Thanks once again for such beautiful music
The best bit for me was you playng the
Godfather as Alex's Italian cousins entered the Lancaster Room 'Our guests haven't stopped talking about you ! You were fantastic - great
musicians and very professional to deal with. Our only regret is that we didn't get to spend more time listening to you.
We kept getting whisked away for photos and never got the opportunity
to thank you on the day. Your music was amazing. The highlight for most people was the
'Star Wars' theme after the ceremony--just perfect. Carlton Emsemble created exactly the type of ambience
we were trying to achieve. The mixture of classical & contemporary music worked so well, the musicians
looked wonderful & were extremely professional at all times Wow-what a perfect day and thanks for doing exactly what you said you'd do.
Lots of people commented on your performance-particularly 'Those magnificent men'! You were fantastic! One of my lasting memories will be walking to the Glasshouse
hearing a piece from ‘La Traviata’ and feeling so unbelievably happy! I can’t thank
you enough and I’m so glad you were part of our special day. 'I'll never forget
walking into the courtyard at Walcot to be greated by such a beautiful sound. A big thank you to you all for making my mother's 80th birthday
celebration so special. You added an extra dimension to the proceedings, and made an amazing atmosphere.
Mummy and daddy and all our guests loved the music you played so beautifully.' The rendition of Lark Ascending with the flute playing the violin
solo will live with us forever - our daughter loved 'Harry Potter' Your music made our wedding--you were worth every penny. Emma still gets a warm glow listening to your CD You make a truly glorious sound and were perfect in the church and the marquee.
I do not have any more daughters to give away but if I did we would use you
again! I have no hesitation in recommending you to others Thanks to you all for your fantastic music. 'Star Wars' will always have special meaning for our
guests and ourselves .On a personal note, thanks for your kind words on the day I had a special 30 seconds alone after the ceremony when you played my
alltime favourite Gabriel's Oboe--it was perfect. I'm so
glad we found you. I never knew music could make such a difference to a wedding breakfast but
you made us all feel so relaxed--thank you so much. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I'll never forget you or your music. The
congregation burst into applause after your Rodrigo--it was the most wonderful
start to our married life. Thank you. You were absolutely fantastic--I knew you'd be from your CD , our conversations
and meeting you BUT you surpassed
all my expectations. Thanks--I'm looking now need another occasion
to celebrate with you all there. 'Of all the professionals we've hired,
you have been the
most helpful and attentive The guests loved you all as you could tell when my two aunties got up to
dance. Everyone commented what beautiful music you played and how well it complemented
Liverpool Town Hall. I hope you liked your ovation at the end -- I
just wish I could have another wedding to have you all play again. The variety of repertoire both chosen by us and your own impromptu selections
at the reception ensured every wedding guest enjoyed the music -- the classical & the
light. One piece moved a male friend, not given to public
shows of emotion, to tears ... and my sister in Australia still plays
your demo CD . You did more than create the necessary atmosphere--you were
a wedding present to us.
We just had to write to thank you for making our special day so memorable. Guests
loved your entertainment during the wedding breakfast -- especially
the Good , Bad & Ugly`-- & we'll be delighted to recommend you wherever we
can!!
Your string quartet & flute ensemble made sitting on wooden pews for a couple
of hours seem like minutes. Your harmonious sound & thoroughly professional
yet personal
approach gave us much joy during our church wedding service.
Carlton Ensemble's repertoire is amazing, your
advice in selecting pieces fantastic, your musicians so talented & pleasant,
your outfits spot-on -and my little nephew loved Teddy Bear's Picnic'. We've
loved working with you--thank
you.
You got my birthday party at Bramhall Hall off to such a swing,
you set the tone for the evening. I just hope being 40 continues to be such
fun.
Your incredibly flexible choice of music set the scene perfectly for my parents
golden wedding party. Thanks so much.
See you at our next daughter's wedding ceremony.
You helped turn a joyous event into a memory-filled episode in all our lives. Magic.
Thanks for playing at my wedding ceremony & reception drinks last week--you
created just
the right atmosphere. It was a beautiful day I'll always cherish. I can't gver your repertoire & sound. From the moment I walked down the
aisle to the 'Queen of Sheba', the music was perfect. During the civil ceremony
signing, I
paused momentarily to hear Fields of Gold' & completely ignored what the registrar
was saying. Bolero--fantastic. Hedwig's Theme'--thrilled our guests.
You'll Never Walk Alone' had our Liverpool pals raving. Every thank-you speech
mentioned you. Somehow, writing can't get across exactly how the stunning
music enhanced our day. Thank you, again.
You had music to suit everyone's taste. The memory
of Star Wars' echoing over the lawns of Peckforton Castle is something we'll
never forget. People are still talking about the wonderful light & classical music and
show tunes at our wedding.
We received so many compliments on your behalf, it's been overwhelming.
Carlton Ensemble's fabulous musicianship set the wonderfully
happy & informal tone we wanted. Thanks from the bottom of our hearts.
Our guests loved your Vivaldi, Queen, Beach Boys & Mozart,
the background music during our meal. But most of all, we thought you were
fantastic.
The work Carlton Ensemble's players put into our wedding day, made our guests
feel extremely welcome. Your musical timing for 'pass the parcel' to Teddy Bear's Picnic was impeccable!
Much love.
The ceremony at Manchester University's Whitworth Hall was truly inspirational & moving.
You spent so much time composing & arranging new pieces. We have letters saying people
could have listened to your music for hours. What can we say--thank
you doesn't seem enough for giving us something so special.
'You helped make Debra & Ben's wedding day one to remember The work you put into our wedding made our guests feel extremely welcome
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CorporateCarlton Ensemble completely hit all the right notes at the Royal Television Society's Awards North West again.
Classical pieces were interspersed with brilliant arrangements of much loved TV themes. It was a delight to hear spontaneous rounds of applause
during dinner from teams who recognised their 'own' theme tunes receiving the Carlton makeover. Truly wonderful Wow-a bit of Mahler's First Symphony followed by Teddy Bears' Picnic--that must be a first ! Thank you. Your music enhanced our fundraiser & added a definite buzz to the evening. It was good to work with you You were simply sublime at our Summer Ball on Saturday. Everyone was so impressed with you & I could not ask for
better value for money. You contributed so well to our 'Night at the Oscars' both in your superb turn out &
musical selection.. I particularly enjoyed your rendition of Bohemian Rhapsody & wouldn't hesitate to recommend Carlton Ensemble to any friend
for a summer ball, wedding or any other function We've been delighted with the standard of performance Carlton Ensemble has provided for our events.
Each time we've used them they've varied their playlist, style & costume to suit the function.
They attend pre-event meetings which are vital to the synergy of the event on the night.
I read a national Brides Magazine article where a bride who'd booked them for her wedding said it was the
best investment they made!. I would highly recommend them for any corporate or personal event
We popped into Dimitri's for last night's performance.Really confirmed we'd made the right choice for our big day.Thanks for a lovely evening.
It was GREAT, just what we wanted & we received much positive feedback.We really appreciated you learning theme tunes & having them peppered thru the
evening was fun... I think people were listening to hear what was next. It was all really lovely Thank you for making our Easter Sunday unique,special & wonderful. Everyone loved the music & occasion--let's do it again !
Saturday's Awards Ceremony was a wonderful
success & your contribution was amazing & well received. We will definitely be using your services again.
Gratitude& best wishes always-thank you for making our evening so wonderful'..
You were absolutely brilliant at our cocktail party and really made the
evening just perfect.You can rest assured that I will certainly recommend you to my colleagues.
On behalf of the Senior Management of Royal Bank of
Scotland & NatWest Private Banking thank you for the entertainment at our Achievers Event in Manchester
which I, together with all our staff, thoroughly enjoyed A really big thank-you for your + your group's efforts at our joint silver wedding + family 21st party.
I've had loads of compliments on my good taste + foresight in booking you!
Thanks you for making William's 21st such a special occasion & wonderful surprise for him. He was absolutely
delighted with your arrangement of his composition. We'll remember it for a long time. It was
great you also stayed on to chat-Martin even managed to fix Will's flute--he's thrilled! ....
Once again, you didn't fail to amaze.!My Mum had a wonderful birthday
party--which brought back memories of our wedding day.
Feedback was excellent--thank you. The Carlton Ensemble has performed at the Kaupthing Singer & Friedlander
~ Sunday Times Watercolour Exhibition at the Town Hall, Manchester
for the past 10 years, continuing to provide an entertaining format
of eclectic tunes. The quintet continues to be an intrinsic element
to the success of our event.' As always we received great feedback about the music Thank you for
the excellent
quality music for our successful Summer Serenade evening
at Eaton Park last Wednesday. Everyone appeared to enjoy themselves & very
complimentary remarks were made about the Carlton Ensemble. I hope
you continue to prosper. For the last seven years the Carlton Ensemble has
provided the perfect music for our Unibond Football League lunch. Playing our
members' favourite pieces has made the music group very popular with us . Thank you for your support--we really appreciated everything you
did as it helped to make the night a success. A number of guests
commented on how original you were and
really enjoying listening to you. Many thanks for last evening which was most enjoyable. Thank you for everything your team did at my Declaration Ceremony.
I will never forget that day & you hit just the right note. Everything
you did I loved--it was amazing. Thank your team for doing such a good
job ably led from the front by you. Many many thanks Thank you for making my Civic Dinner such a huge success. Your music was delightful & wonderfully varied
in its range & style A huge'thank you'for your music during my Valedictory Dinner at the Imperial War Museum North.
Your professionalism in both the preparation & on the evening itself' was tremendous.
Your repertoire certainly complemented the dinner and achieved everything I was looking for
- it was relaxed, informal & yet a tremendously moving occasion for me. ' I am so pleased that we selected you & would recommend you for anyone wanting to add
that special touch to their celebrations I'm very happy to recommend The Carlton Ensemble. It's a
pleasure to work with a company who obviously
care a huge amount about what they do. They're professional,
prompt, experienced, well priced, and, most importantly, talented.
What more can you ask for? You brought the atrium & exhibitions gallery to life at our Corporate
Patrons' Launch. It was, naturssally, hectic on the night but your professionalism helped
ensure our first event in the new gallery ran smoothly.' On behalf of the Officers of the Battalion, I thank you for creating
a perfect ambience at our cocktail party. The quality feel
and dignified style of your music, from the Handel to the Strauss
were perfect for our occasion. Can I say a huge thank you for such a wonderful performance at
the AGM-as always! You not only alway look great in your outfits
but you are also true professionals in the way you work & respond
to the audience --a joy to work with. I would like to thank the Carlton Ensemble
for your performances at Manchester Airport 's Skyliners' event at
Tatton Park. Your selection of music was just
right and was appreciated
by our guests. You performance really added to our event.
Your music at our launch of the Titanic Exhibition at the Science
Museum was first rate as always--and
it was lovely seeing you all again. Standing in the next room you sounded so good, I thought it was
a recording! Thanks for playing a part in our Tatton:10 K Run 2006, an event
absolutely vital to the charity. I'm relieved your instruments came
through
unscathed despite the thunder storm and I had great feedback--
3 reviews on Runners World give you a mention. Thanks for your skill, enthusiasm and for giving us 'that something
extra' for our Silver Wedding Anniversary last Saturday Thank you for making our evening so magical. It was so impressive and the music so delightful,
many guests commented on your talent Carlton Ensemble has performed at these venues:
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