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"Hi Martyn, can me n Scott just thank you for an AMAZING wedding reception. Everyone has commented on how much fun they had and how great u were. As you know the dance floor was packed all night, we couldn't have asked for any more."

"Thank you soooo much again for learning "Grow old with you", you were brill at it and was much better having it live instead of a CD. Thank you so much again and we will no doubt see you in The Shawlands or Star Inn soon"

Charlene & Scott

"A massive thank you Martyn for all your patience, guidance and most importantly fun guitar lessons! After only 10 months of lessons I have learnt more and improved my playing beyond what I had previously in 8 years of playing!! You're the man!!!"

Ian (Guitar Student)

"Thanks so much for an excellent afternoon/evening's entertainment.

When we began our wedding planning, having been to a couple of weddings where you had played, it was an 'no brainer' who we would ask to provide our evening entertainment...THE wedding singer ;o)

We knew to expect a great evening but you exceeded that expectation by a mile! From jive to the now obligatory 'Song 2' to finish off on a high, you delivered a set that had everyone young and not so young up on the dance floor at some point.

There were even a few folk who refused to believe that this was the same guy who a few hours earlier had been playing Spanish guitar on the terrace while we drank champagne in the glorious sunshine.

Thanks again Martyn...same date/time in 2031 for our 25th?

Cheers!"

Sarah & Jon

"Just wanted to say a huge thank you for all your lovely guitar playing at Ben and Lindsay's wedding last Saturday. The classical section was beautiful and your evening session was brilliant. Everyone was amazed and enthralled by your skills. People kept saying 'who is that guy - he's fantastic'. And you were - you helped to make it an unforgettable day."

Irene (Mother of the Bride)

"A massive thank-you to Martyn for playing at our wedding at South Lodge Hotel in August. It really did work well for us and for all of our guests - we've had so many comments about how great your were and how refreshing it was to have live music rather than the standard DJ offering.

Many of our friends also commented on how your choice of songs really got everyone on the dancefloor, and kept them there - so again thanks for tailoring the music to our era and learning not only the 1 special song for our 1st dance as husband & wife, but also for the few others you learnt for us also. It really did make it special, and we are very grateful for the personal touch you provided with the entertainment.

When we were speaking to the staff at South Lodge Hotel after the Big Day, they made a point of saying to us that you were the best wedding entertainment they had ever seen - high praise indeed.

So, thanks again for a wonderful evening of entertainment, and for making such an impression with everyone.  We recommend you very highly!"

Lisa & Dave

"Kris and I would just like to say a big thank-you to Martyn for agreeing to play at our wedding. He started off by playing Spanish guitar through the wedding breakfast which was absolutely perfect in setting the right mood, and he then continued to play at our evening reception and I don't think the dance floor was empty once!

He has a very extensive play list that we were able to choose from which suited our guests as the music ranged from the 50's right through to 2005. Martyn was also very good at interacting with our guests (even after they'd had a few glasses of wine!!) which added a really nice personal touch. We did set him a bit of a challenge in that we wanted Jamie Cullum's version of 'What a difference a day made' as our first dance song and Martyn rose to that challenge and did an absolutely fantastic acoustic version.

We had quite a few comments before the wedding as to were we sure that one man on guitar was enough - listening to those same people after the wedding they have done nothing but rave about him and to quote 'its the best party they'd been too in ages' which we think is down to Martyn. One particular memory I will take away with me is the very last song of the evening before we departed as we wanted to go out on a high, so Martyn played 'Song 2' by Blur. It was brilliant - I think nearly all our guests were up on the dance floor and we couldn't have asked for a better end to the day!! We certainly wouldn't hesitate in recommending him to anyone."

Claire & Kris

"Feria Properties International Limited is very proud to be associated with Martyn. Martyn plays classical Spanish guitar at our Spanish Property Ferias, held regularly at our permanent exhibition suite in Horsham. Indeed, Martyn is featured in our advertising campaigns on numerous radio stations in the South East. Our Spanish associates remarked that Martyn's guitar playing was more authentic than anything they have heard in Spain. Many of our clients are amazed that we have flown a guitarist all the way over from Spain just for our Feria!"

Feria Properties - www.feriamarbella.com

"Let me say that Paul and I were really impressed by your performance at our Wedding Reception. You were better than we had even hoped for and believe me our expectations were high. We have had so many people compliment you on your playing and singing, I don't think they thought one man could do all that!"

Rebecca & Paul

"For our Wedding, Martyn played the classical guitar for us during the Wedding Breakfast, and it created a fantastic ambience for the meal. He also played at our Evening Reception, and it is wonderful to look back at some great pictures of a dance floor packed with our guests. The clever thing about his music for a wedding is that it spans the generations so everyone joins in. I know that my father was thrilled to be granted a wish to have his special song played for me at my wedding. Martyn learned the song especially and kept it as a surprise for me on the day. Martyn also learned 'our song' for the First Dance. He performed a fantastic version of the original, it was amazing as all he was given was a CD to listen to. It was such a great personal touch to make the day extra special. Apart from his significant contribution to our wedding of which we have very special memories, we always enjoy catching up with him when he plays in Sussex. It is always a fantastic evening of entertainment – we’re big fans of his!"

Andrea & Peter

"I've just returned from Ye Olde Inn where I watched your set tonight and I have to say I was absolutely blown away by your note perfect covers of so many numbers .....you are indeed a very talented guy!

Guy

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