KOINE (Modern Jazz and Swing)

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We are a smart, professional entertainment duo. We provide superb live entertainment and background music for a variety of events. Whether for a wedding, corporate or private function, our musical performances will truly add that special touch.

We are available to play all jazz sets, or a mixture of styles including lounge music, cocktail jazz, classical favourites and music from the shows. Our repertoire can also be expanded to incorporate your favourites with prior arrangement for that extra special show.

While we are available as a background duo, We also offer the option of a trio with our featured vocalist Tamsin, we are also available (featuring additional drums,) as a quartet. This is perfect if you are looking for full jazz sets at your event. Other options are available.



Paul Hayfield is a seasoned professional bassist with over 20 year's experience. He has been and is still in demand for all types of live and recorded session work. This has led him to playing with many renowned and award-winning artistes, from a wide range of stylistic backgrounds, both nationally and internationally, taking in some of the world's top jazz festivals along the way.

Martyn Tite has played piano in venues ranging from Las Vegas, Puerto Rico to Italy. He has performed on many radio and television programmes, has worked as a musical director and has also worked extensively with many famous names including The Supremes, Westlife and the Spice Girls. In 1999 Martyn won a prestigious piano competition in America and continues to perform around the world.

Tamsin Hall has worked as a professional vocalist, for the last six years, during this time, she has performed in many corporate bands, as well as more intimate jazz settings. Tamsin has also spent time in studios as a recording artist, and has recently produced her own album, she has a wide ranging knowledge of musical styles and repertoire, and has had many repeat bookings.

Weddings
Make your special day romantic and elegant with music ambiance provided by Koine. Our professionalism and attention to detail is perfect to grace your wedding ceremony, reception, religious ceremony or civil ceremony.

We can provide a multitude of styles to set the scene of the event including a mixture of lounge music, cocktail jazz, classical favourites and music from the shows. We are also happy to take special requests with prior arrangement.

Why not use us for more than one purpose too? We provide background music for the arrival and meal but also live sets to entertain your guests at the reception. Make your event really sparkle with our unique Koine touch!


Corporate
Why not add a smart, professional finishing touch to your corporate event, with live music from Koine. Music for arrival, intermission or simply entertainment can really set the scene and provide great backing for any event or presentation.

Our flexible musical style is great to suit for any occasion whether it be a formal product launch, talk or speech, training or informal office party. Simply discuss your requirements and we'll use our extensive experience to work with you in achieving the best result for your event.

There are many uses for live entertainment in a corporate setting. We work nationwide and internationally providing music for arrival, background performances during a meal or presentation, intermission music between agendas and full live sessions.

Private Functions
A live band can be a great addition to a private function. We've got a wide experience in playing at all sorts of events including birthdays, dinners, balls, society events and festive parties.

Our repertoire can be arranged to suit the preferred style of the occasion. We are happy to take requests with prior arrangement and can play a wide range of musical styles.

Looking for some entertainment at your Christmas or New-Year party? Get Koine in to give your event some real festive sparkle. Make sure you book early to avoid disappointment as party musicians get booked up quickly over the festive season.