The Chris Moriarty Trio

Short Description

Christian Prior is a jazz vocalist and pianist. He and his trio loves all things jazz from stomping swing to mellow ballads. Expect to hear classics by Frank Sinatra, Chet Baker, Nat King Cole, and Oscar Peterson.

Act Introduction

- The Christian Prior Trio is made up of three of the best young jazz musicians on the London scene. Having graced the performed at such venues as The Royal Festival Hall, Ronnie Scott’s, and Wembley Stadium, The Christian P trio is the perfect choice is you’re looking for distinguished background music for a drinks reception, or a full on swinging performance for the after dinner dancing! They have as much experience performing at weddings, corporate events, and private parties as they do public appearances. It doesn’t matter where they are, they always bring the same high level of professionalism, musicianship, and joy to each performance. - The band is available with our without drums, whichever is more appropriate for your event. If drums are not required, they can be substituted with jazz guitar, or saxophone. And, if there are any particular songs you’d like to hear the band play, from a modern pop song to an old classic standard, don’t hesitate to ask. The band may be able to accommodate! - The trio is also well suited for Christmas events, playing all the classic seasonal repertoire with an authentic jazzy sound. They are also willing to play gigs outside (and have even done so in winter!) - Notable venues and clients: The Foreign Office, The House Of Lords, Wembley Stadium (Club Wembley), The Oriole, Kansas Smitty's Jazz Club, Ronnie Scott's, Chateau Haroue, Oliver's Jazz Club, The Royal Academy of Arts, The Amba Hotel (Charing Cross), and Petersham Nurseries.

What to expect

- Led by pianist and vocalist Christian, the trio will play classics from the likes of Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Frank Sinatra, and Ella Fitzgerald. Or, if you feel vocals aren’t right for your event, they’ll play smooth numbers inspired by some of the greatest instrumental jazz trios. Think Oscar Peterson, Bill Evans, and Errol Garner. They can also get a lot more upbeat with some classic blues and R’n’B by the like of Ray Charles and Aretha Franklin if you want to get up and dancing later in the evening…

Set List

Jazz Almost Like Being In Love - Nat King Cole When I Grow Too Old To Dream - Nat King Cole Route 66 - Nat King Cole Tenderly - Nat King Cole The Sunny Side Of The Street - Louis Armstrong After You’ve Gone - Louis Armstrong I’m Gonna Sit Right Down And Write Myself A Letter - Fats Waller Ain’t Misbehavin’ - Fats Waller Autumn Leaves - Frank Sinatra If I Should Lose You - Frank Sinatra I’ll Remember April - Frank Sinatra I’ve Got The World On A String - Frank Sinatra East Of The Sun - Frank Sinatra Georgia On My Mind - Ray Charles Is You Is Or Is You Ain’t My Baby - Louis Jordan All Of You - Ella Fitzgerald Just One Those Things - Ella Fitzgerald Night and Day - Ella Fitzgerald What Is This Thing Called Love - Ella Fitzgerald You Do Something To Me - Ella Fitzgerald All Of Me - Billie Holiday Body And Soul - Billie Holiday I Can’t Believe That You’re In Love Wit h Me - Billie Holiday I’ll Be Seeing You - Billie Holiday I Thought About You - Billie Holiday Just Friends - Chet Baker It Could Happen To You - Chet Baker There Will Never Be Another You I Wanna Be Like You - Louis Prima Pennies From Heaven - Louis Prima + Many more... Blues/R’n’B Mary-Ann - Ray Charles I Got A Break Baby - Ray Charles Hallelujah I Love Her So - Ray Charles Mess Around - Ray Charles Hit The Road Jack - Ray Charles I Don’t Need No Doctor - Ray Charles I Got A Woman - Ray Charles I’m Walkin - Fats Domino Let The Four Winds Blow - Fats Domino Reelin’ & Rockin’ - Fats Domino Jambalaya - Fats Domino Hound Dog - Elvis Presley Can’t Help Falling in Love - Elvis Presley That’s Alright Mama - Elvis Presley Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis Presley I Put A Spell On You - Nina Simone Chain Of Fools - Aretha Franklin Folsom Prison Blues - Johnny Cash I Just Wanna Make Love To You - Etta James Got My Mojo Workin’ - Muddy Waters Boom Boom - John Lee Hooker Lovin’ Machine - Wynonie Harris Quiet Whiskey - Wynonie Harris Don’t Roll Those Bloodshot Eyes at Me - Wynonie Harris Who Threw The Whiskey In The Well - Wynonie Harris Keep On Churnin’ - Wynonie Harris Wildcat Tamer - Tarheel Slim No. 9 Train - Tarheel Slim One Scotch, One Bourbon, One Beer - Amos Milburn Wanted $10,000 Reward - Ernie K. Doe Certain Girl - Ernie K. Doe When The Saints Go Marchin’ In - Trad. Make Me A Pallet On Your Floor - Trad. Mama Don’t Allow It - Trad. Lil Liza Jane - Trad. Joe Avery’s Blues - Trad. Just A Little Bit Of Everything - Herb Hardesty Mellow Saxophone - Ray Montrell Night Train - Jimmy Forest

FAQ

Q: How long does setup take? A: - Set up usually takes no longer than 45 minutes, provided relatively easy access to the performance space.
Q: What are your space and power requirements? A: We require at least two plug sockets and approximately 3.5m x 3m
Q: Do you take requests? A: We do take requests! If it's something we know, then we'll happily play it on the spot for you. If there is something specific you would like us to play then please get in touch and we may be able to learn it for you.

Q: How long does setup take?

A: - Set up usually takes no longer than 45 minutes, provided relatively easy access to the performance space.

Q: What are your space and power requirements?

A: We require at least two plug sockets and approximately 3.5m x 3m

Q: Do you take requests?

A: We do take requests! If it's something we know, then we'll happily play it on the spot for you. If there is something specific you would like us to play then please get in touch and we may be able to learn it for you.

Customer reviews for The Chris Moriarty Trio

Past Customer

Review added on 2019-04-23 01:43:43

Great Jazz Band

I hired Christian’s trio to play at a party I was organising and they were perfect. Christian’s voice is gorgeous and the band sounded wonderful. They really created a nice, relaxed atmosphere.

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