18 musicians & generally 2-4 vocalists.
VINCE DUNN ORCHESTRA
Vince Dunn leads a new and exciting Orchestra that performs an eclectic mix of Jazz, Latin, Funk and Classic Big Band Swing, featuring the very best of vocal talent around.
“The band is burning, I want to hear more!”
“Swingin’ VINCE! lovely!”
“He doesn’t know how good he really is!”
“Awesome player!”
“Superb drummer and musician”
“The man has great hands”
“A master brush player and big band drummer”
“The Orchestra was amazing and so professional”
How long do you play for?vincedunn2017-05-24T07:24:31+00:00
We will perform, two x 45 mins to 1 hour sets.
How much do you charge?vincedunn2017-05-24T07:21:25+00:00
The engagement costs will vary according to location, duration of performance & instrumentation.
Do you have Public Liability Insurance?vincedunn2017-05-24T07:17:56+00:00
Yes we are covered by FULL Musicians Union Public Liability Insurance – Personnel and Equipment up to £10 million.
Do you have your own PA system?vincedunn2017-05-24T07:15:38+00:00
Yes we have a FULLY PAT TESTED PA system accompanied by a our qualified engineer.
What do you wear?vincedunn2017-05-24T07:14:36+00:00
It can range from full black tie dinner wear, lounge suits, casual attire and themed costume outfits requested by the client.
“Thank you Vince for making Stoll’s event at the Savoy such a success. Your Orchestra were amazing and working with you from start to finish has been a seemless process, you have also gone above and beyond to make this event a roaring success. THANK YOU GUYS! X”
” ”Vince thanks, you guys were amazing”!”
A NIGHT OF LAVISH EXCESS AT THE SAVOY
“To say you were fantastic is an understatement! I think you held the event together really positively and helped us make the evening a success for such a worthy cause”
LIVE JAZZ BLACK TIE EXTRAVAGANZA
“Thank you Vince….You guys brought the house down”
AN EVENING OF CLASSIC BIG BAND SWING
“Incredible night Vince, a real knock out show!”
JAZZ, LATIN, FUNK & BIG BAND SWING AT ASCOT
“Another sell out show, great band and what a drummer!
THE BIG APPRECIATION CONCERT
“We cannot thank you enough Vince for fantastic show and helping to raise awareness and a great amount of money for us here at St Christopher’s”
LIVE AT THE BRIDGE
“Vince thank you for another great evening. We’ve raised a fantastic amount of money for the charity… Everyone has had a great night!”
Vince Dunn leads his critically acclaimed soul jazz outfit ‘The Medicine Band’ with a stellar line-up of first class musicians. Individually they have played on some of the worlds most prestigious stages alongside some of the biggest names in the music industry. Collectively they have continuously delivered unparalleled live performances that have consistently sold out venues all around the country, making ‘The Medicine Band’ on of the most sought after soul jazz bands in the UK.
Simon Bates – Saxes
George Kelly – Vocals
Chris Jerome – Piano
Neville Malcolm – Double Bass
Vince Dunn – Drums
“Woooow totally awesome playing!!!!! So many great ideas and so musical with it. Love the way you set up the groove at the beginning, so many lovely textures of sounds in there, it sounds like 4 people playing!! The chops you have are truly amazing!! Even when you’re getting “busy” letting the chops loose!!!! Never wavers and what a brilliant sounding kit that is………..sounds 50’s. Just have to say the Man and Kit are at one!!!!”
“Soulful Jazz and Jazzy Soul at its best!”
“Vince the MAN! Give him a rating of ONE THOUSAND STARS. He is most definitely a drummers drummer. Love the way he plays so melodically TASTY and he use of dynamics. God sent him down to play drums. Most definitely one of the finest Caravan arrangements ever””
TEACHING
“Vince is one of our highly recommended tutors, with an exemplary exam pass rate. He is a world renowned player and has always been keen to pass on his wealth of experience and knowledge to others”
BESPOKE DRUM LESSONS
Vince is offering drum lessons to students who wish to study and gain a better understanding of the instrument, of themselves musically, achieve accreditation for their efforts by taking the various drum examinations and to have the confidence and facility to perform with other musicians.
The lessons are bespoke and will be tailored to suit “his or her” needs…SO if you want to come and fulfill a lifetime’s passion and dream to play a set of drums as well as have fun, sign up now and book a place. Vince has current and fully approved DBS and CRB status with Safe Guarding certificates.
LEARNING THE DRUMS IS FOR EVERYONE, YOUNG, OLD, MALE OR FEMALE!!
“Vince is a world class player, bandleader and his brush work is amazing. As a tutor his knowledge is vast in all areas”
“Vince is an amazing musician, there is no question about that, but the warm personality, infectious enthusiasm and genuine love of music that he brings to every lesson has been a real joy to behold. With his guidance my 13 year old daughter Rachel will be taking her grade 8 Rockschool exam in a few weeks time. Vince has not only been able to raise her technical skills to new levels but has also managed to convey the importance of ‘making music’ and not being satisfied with just playing what’s written correctly and allowed her to perform with greater passion, intelligence and musicality. Rachel in addition to all of the above is also now a Merton Music Foundation Award winner..Thank you Vince!”
HOME VISIT DRUM LESSONS
Arranged to suit the client by special arrangement. Rates vary depending on distance and travel time.
IN HOUSE STUDIO DRUM LESSONS
Vince’s teaching studio is based in Berkshire with full audio equipment and practice facilities to suit ALL LEVELS.
STUDIO DRUM LESSONS RATES
The drum lessons are sold in blocks of 5 & 10 lessons: 1 hour lesson.
SINGLE DRUM LESSONS – £75
5 DRUM LESSONS PACK – £350 (£25 discount)
10 DRUM LESSONS PACK – £675 (£75 discount)
All drum lessons are to paid in advance unless otherwise authorised by Vince Dunn.
CANCELLATIONS MUST BE NOTIFIED NO LATER THAN 48 hours before the scheduled drum lesson time.
What insurance cover do you have?vincedunn2017-05-19T07:46:57+00:00
Personnel and Equipment is covered by Musician’s Union Full Public Liability Insurance up to £10 million.
How much do drum lessons cost?vincedunn2020-02-26T16:41:54+00:00
The lessons are sold in blocks of 5 & 10 lessons: 1 hour lesson.
SINGLE LESSONS – £75
5 LESSON PACK – £350 (£25 discount)
10 LESSON PACK – £675 (£75 discount)
All lesson are to paid in advance unless otherwise authorised by Vince Dunn.
CANCELLATIONS MUST BE NOTIFIED NO LATER THAN 48 hours before the scheduled lesson time.
Can I learn drums at your studio?vincedunn2017-05-02T11:40:51+00:00
Vince’s teaching studio is based in Berkshire with full audio equipment and practice facilities to suit ALL LEVELS.
Can you teach me at my home?vincedunn2017-05-19T07:49:55+00:00
Yes Vince can teach you at your home by special arrangement. Rates vary depending on distance and travel time.
It must be said that learning to play the drums has many great benefits. Drumming is fantastic for co-ordination and mobility, therapy , interaction with others, stimulation for the brain, a great sense of achievement once completing a multitude of tasks and more importantly,
IT JUST MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD BECAUSE MUSIC HAS THE POWER TO DO THAT!
For students who wish to study the many different aspects such as the various musical styles, notation, reading, the rudiments, grips , technique, click tracks and how to GROOVE with drum assisted audio tracks. Learn the treasured art of playing the brushes……Vince will show you how to do that and more!
Study material and syllabus content will be taken from a wide range of teaching publications that include, Trinity Guildhall drum kit exams and rock/pop grades, Rockschool, Drumsense, Jim Chaplin jazz, Ted Reed, Stick Control, Dave Hassell drum kit graded course and many others.
Many of Vince’s students have gone on to further their studies to Royal Academy of Music, Purcell Music School, The Brit School and in some cases have pursued a career in music education and tutoring others.
“Vince has been a great teacher and having studied with him for the last 6 years, he has always pushed my playing to greater heights for me to grow as a good musician. I am pleased to say I’ve passed my Trinity Guildhall grade 8 drum kit exam with a distinction and now practicing with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra.”
“I don’t think Vince realises how good he really is!”
“One of the finest players around”
Here are some of the Music Establishments Vince has been associated with over the last 20 years:
The Brit School / Riddlesdown Collegiate / Instrumentally Ascot / Wellington College / Blackheath Music Conservatory / Gilbert Scott (School Governor) Selsdon Primary / Shirley High Performing Arts School / St Andrews School.
SPECIALIST EDUCATIONAL NEEDS
The Link Secondary, Waddon, Surrey.
Vince is trained in teaching pupils with physical disabilities, dyspraxia, autism, speech language and communication.
“Superb player”
“The man has great hands!”
“Great drummer, musician, gentleman and someone who is prepared to help others constantly”
“Legend!”