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The Melody Flyte Quartet
Swing & Jazz with Vintage Vibes
The Melody Flyte Quartet brings the elegance, warmth and irresistible swing of the Great American Songbook to events across Lincolnshire and the East Midlands. With velvet-rich vocals, stylish vintage presentation and accomplished musicianship, we create live jazz that can set the mood, fill the dance floor or take centre stage.
Timeless Jazz & Swing
From Fly Me to the Moon and Blue Moon to Fever and Bésame Mucho, our repertoire celebrates the songs made famous by legends such as Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra.
Your Event, Your Mood
Choose lively swing for dancing, sophisticated background jazz, a varied mix for dinner and drinks, or a featured performance for guests who want to sit back and enjoy the music.
Vintage Style
From elegant 1920s glamour to the style of the 1930s, 40s and 50s, we can tailor our look to suit your event and add an authentic vintage atmosphere.
Songlist:
Zing! Went the Strings of My Heart | Fly Me to the Moon | Get Happy | Moon River | Taking a Chance on Love | Bésame Mucho | Bye Bye Blackbird | Fever | On the Sunny Side of the Street | Night and Day | Georgia on My Mind | I Got Rhythm | Blue Moon | You'll Never Know | Over the Rainbow and many more
Songs made famous by Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland and the singers of the Golden Age of American Song.
A Selection of our 5* Reviews
10/10
Wonderful laid-back swing jazz quartet with a touch of latin . Perfect for our birthday celebration - a mix of background, dancing and active listening. Great singing and musicianship. Thanks!
Robin Woodward
10/10
Absolutely top class singer and musicians.
Made our night just superb and thoroughly great people too.
Cannot recommend highly enough.
Denise Depledge
10/10
We have had really brilliant feedback from folks who attended the event with many words of praise for you...
All told it was a very special evening and one which we will repeat in future.
Vicky
We have performed at venues including:
Skendleby Hall · Newark Town Club · Lincoln Jazz Café · RAF Alconbury · Castle Bytham Village Hall
St Vincent's Hall · St Wulfram's Church, Grantham (CAMRA Beer Festival)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do you perform for?
We usually perform two sets of around 50–60 minutes within a 2.5-hour booking window.
How long do you need to set up?
We normally need around 45 minutes to set up and soundcheck before the performance.
Can we choose the style of music?
Yes. We can tailor the set to suit your event, from lively swing for dancing to mixed jazz and swing, background jazz, or a featured performance.
Is your music suitable for swing dancing?
Absolutely. We regularly play swing at dance-friendly tempos and can shape the set to suit dancers.
Can you provide background music?
Yes. We can play a relaxed set that creates atmosphere without overpowering conversation, making it ideal for drinks receptions, dinners and private events.
Can we request a particular song?
Yes. We are happy to learn specific songs in advance where they suit our jazz and swing style.
Can you dress to match a vintage theme?
Yes. We can style our look to suit 1920s, 1930s, 1940s or 1950s themed events.
Do you perform Christmas music?
Yes. We offer a festive jazz and swing set for Christmas parties, seasonal events and winter celebrations.
Where are you based?
We are based in Lincolnshire in the UK.
How far do you travel?
We regularly perform across the East Midlands and further afield, including Leicester, Peterborough, Cambridge, Lincoln, Nottingham, Derby, Doncaster, London, Leeds, Northampton and Birmingham.
Do you perform outdoors?
We primarily perform indoors. If you are planning an outdoor event, get in touch and we can discuss whether the setup is suitable.
What kind of events do you perform at?
We perform at weddings, private parties, vintage events, dinners, jazz clubs, dances and other special occasions.
Can you play as the main entertainment?
Yes. We can perform as background music, provide music for dancing, or present a full featured set for guests who want to sit back and enjoy the performance.
