Sit back, kick off your shoes, pour yourself a glass of something expensive and relax to the smooth, sleek sound of Nightfall, an acoustic jazz duo/trio who can soothe your troubles away with a portfolio of uplifting jazz, soul and lounge classics. Nightfall comprise Sara (vocals), Malcolm (guitar) and Paul (sax) all with decades of performance experience from the smokey cocktail bars of Soho to the Edinburgh Festival, with Nightfall you are in first class hands and are guaranteed a night to remember.
Sara's voice is best described by those who have heard her live as: "timeless", "beautiful", "exquisite", "a stunning vocal ability, perfection". She has been singing for over 20 years and in that time has been wowing audiences both across the UK and internationally.
Paul has been stunning audiences across the world with his "Getz" inspired sax improv style for over 40 years. With venues such as the Jersey Opera House, Malta's BJ's Jazz Club and Bermuda's Princess Hotel under his belt, whether its soprano swing or smooth tenor style, with Paul you are guaranteed a jazz sax treat.
Malcolm has been playing guitar since he saw Hank Marvin live with his red Strat. His gentle finger picking style and inventive solos are his musical signature and provide the perfect accompaniment to Sara's vocals.
Nightfall have played a range of impressive venues including The Ivy, Savoy Hotel, HMS Wellington, Jazz After Dark Soho, 229 Club, Jukes Jazz Bar, Raymond Blanc's "White" Brasserie, Cafe Rouge, Luna Lounge and a wide array of weddings, festivals, private parties and events.
An absolutely wonderful duo. So talented and pleasant to deal with. Highly recommend!
Nightfall played at my retirement party and they set the mood beautifully. Sara has an amazing jazz tone to her voice and Malcolm's guitar playing was great. They really helped create a relaxed atmosphere and the guests appreciated their talents. They were professional and friendly, I would certainly recommend to anyone.
It was really lovely to have Nightfall playing at Patron Cave a Manger restaurant. Our customers and the team really enjoyed the music and we hope you will be back soon.
Great! Very professional, adapted to the ambient, I would recommend.
A fantastic duo, playing a fantastic range of songs, I booked them for Valentines night and it made the whole night a great experience for our guests. Highly recommend and would book again.
Two very accomplished musicians. Easy listening. Sarah has a beautiful voice backed up by Malcolm's great skills on the guitar. Our event was my 60th birthday party and an excellent choice for the event.
Smooth, sleek jazz, acoustic soul, modern Americana and soft Brit pop performed by highly experienced professionals.
Performing internationally, residencies at several renowned London music venues, appearing on TV!
We have been performing for many years and are seasoned professionals. We are highly reliable, punctual and responsive to requests. We pride ourselves on our ability to tailor each performance to the individual requirements of the client.
Weddings, restaurants, private parties, hotels, bars and festivals.
We have played in a wide range of venues including Cafe Rouge, Costa Coffee, Club 229, Jazz After Dark (Soho), Raymond Blanc's White Brasserie, Brasserie Blanc (for Raymond Blanc personally), The Ivy, Gabeto Camden, Bar Boho Camden, Kingsgate Studios, Luna Lounge, Melia House Hotel and a host of others. We have also played at numerous festivals and for private parties, weddings and other celebrations.
We can play for up to 3 hours.
We have our own PA and are happy to discuss any lighting requirements you have.
Yes we have both.
We only require enough space to stand closely together, we have either a small or large amp/PA depending on the venue and your requirements.
Yes of course if you let us know in advance - we may already play it, or if not, we can learn it for you.
Usually around 10 mins
Songs include:
Georgia
Summertime
Fly me to the moon
Lullaby of birdland
You make me feel so young
I've got you under my skin
Fever
Moondance
Miss Celie's Blues
Girl from Ipanema
Misty
Aint no sunshine
Sway
Autumn leaves
La vie en rose
You are so beautiful
Perfect
Don't know why
Everytime we say goodbye
Mack the knife
Aint nobody
Damn your eyes
Lullaby in ragtime
Memories are made of this
Somewhere over the rainbow
It doesn't matter anymore
Penny to my name
Black is the colour
Vincent
Will ye go
Winter wonderland
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Killing me softly
You've got a friend
Make you feel my love
At last
Black coffee
Aint misbehavin'
Tu vao Americano
Basin St blues
Take 5
Sunny side of the street
Making Whoopee
Mercedez Benz
Red is the rose
She moved through the fair
All of me
Funny Valentine
Anything goes
He's a tramp
The lady is a tramp
Cry me a river
Dream a little dream
Don't speak
It's only a paper moon
Let there be love
Lover man
Love me or leave me
Wild is the wind
Love letters
More than you know
That old devil called love
Stardust
Up a lazy river
What'll I do
You're nobody 'til somebody loves you
Smoke gets in your eyes
Danny boy
Smoke gets in your eyes
Fields of gold
Back to black
Will you still love me tomorrow
Stormy weather
Scarborough fair
Gentle on my mind
Amazing grace
Stormy Monday
Bare Necessities
L'un part l'autre reste
Sonny
Singing in the rain
Song for my father
Stop this train
What'll I do
This I promise you
What a wonderful world
My baby just cares for me
Tea for two
When the saints go marchin' in
The nearness of you
Lush life
Don't get around much anymore
Cry me a river
How much do I love you
East of the sun
Embraceable you
Hallelujah I just love her so
Will you go lassie go
Caledonia
September in the rain
What a difference a day makes
Smoke gets in your eyes
Moon river
All of me
I'm glad there is you
I will always love you