Oscar Bernhardt Ensemble

The Oscar Berhardt Ensemble plays music from the thirties and forties from an era of Swing Latin Blues and Jump Jive. Covering songs penned by the likes of Cole Porter George Gershwin Irving Berlin and made famous by Sinatra and the Rat Pack Nat King Cole Ella Fitzgerald Billie Holiday and more recently Harry Connick Junior Robbie Williams, Amy Winehouse and others.

The Ensemble's music is very accessible, appealing to a wide range of tastes and people of all ages. Having a large repertoire of songs and styles means they can keep varied audiences well entertained, playing for dancing or receptions and dinners.

From Rat Pack swing, Glenn Miller, Bossas, sambas or Salsa, some Charleston Crazy Rhythm from the twenties or even some Ramsey Lewis style Beatles, this versatile group will be the perfect accompaniment for any private party, wedding reception or corporate evening. Every performance is tailored to each individual audience and occasion. The five piece band love playing and entertaining and always aim to make the party happen.

FREE DJ Package
The Oscar Berhardt Ensemble offer a free DJ package until Midnight as standard. The package includes a laptop (with a vast amount of popular songs from all eras) and band members manning/ making basic announcements. Song requests can be taken prior to the event.

Please also see Oscar Bernhardt's Charleston Charlies - a truly unique experience - playing popular hits from roaring 20s, enjoy this visit to an era of wonderful nonsense, quirky original music and cheerful entertainment. Should you want the music of the Oscar Bernhardt Ensemble only, with the fun themed dress code of the Charleston Charlies, then the Ensemble will be happy to oblige. Great for themed events!

Previous venues include:
Arley Hall, Cheshire
Mottram Hall, Cheshire
Adlington Hall, Cheshire
Hunting Lodge, Leicestershire
Shrigley Hall, Cheshire
Soughton Hall, Flintshire
Leighton Hall, Lancashire
Temple Island, Buckinghamshire
Rookery Hall, Cheshire
Crewe Hall, Cheshire
Capesthorne Hall, Cheshire
Baldwins Omega, Sheffield
Mere Golf and Country Club, Cheshire
Goldstone Hall, Shropshire
Grafton Hall, Cheshire
The Alderley Edge Hotel, Cheshire
The Dorchester Hotel, London
The Four Seasons Hotel Park Lane, London
Belle Epoque Knutsford.

References

"Dear Simon,
We just wanted to write a short letter to 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!
Thanks for all your hard work."
(7th Feb – Bramall Hall)

"Dear Simon and band members of The Oscar Bernhardt Ensemble,
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!
I wanted a swing band in honour of my Dad who used to be a jazz musician. Living in Paris I was slightly worried about finding a band that plays in tune! 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
Thank you very much."

"Hello Simon,
I write to 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. I had to spend time out of the room looking after a child but each time I did return the floor was busy and people were obviously enjoying what you played.
I wish you and the ensemble the very best."

"Dear Simon,
What can we say???
Thank you, Fantastic, Absolutely Brilliant, First Class, Wonderful,
Please pass on our thanks and compliments to the ensemble for the wonderful music you provided on the 23rd. 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."

"Dear Oscar Bernhardt Ensemble,
We just wanted to write to say thank you for your wonderful performance at our wedding at the Saddleworth Hotel on Sunday 9th March. 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.
Thank you once again."


Past Clients include:
Most of all very many happily wedded people and their friends and families and those people who celebrate life by dancing and partying from one year to the next!
Also:-
HRH Prince Edward
The Duke of Westminster
Canon UK Ltd.
W. H. Smiths Ltd.
Anderson Consulting
The Royal Mail
Marakon Associates
Boots The Chemists
Magnus Ltd.
Swinton Insurance Ltd.
Granada Studio Tours
Granada T.V.
Leeds Metropolitan University
Drive Time Ltd.
Liverpool Law Society
Rotary Club of Macclesfield Castle
Brian Robson
Susie Mathis
Frank 'Fou Fou' Lammar
Phil Neville
Warners
Tesco
Asda
NAFAS
Pizza Express