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Lawrence Duff Group Jazz Band from Santa Barbara, CA

Will travel up to 140 miles

  • Avg 5.0 | 7 Reviews
  • 14 Verified Bookings
  • Member Since 2008
  • 1 Award or Badge
  • Virtual Services Offered
  • Accepts Online Payment
  • Starting at $500 per event

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Music is my life work and passion. I sing and play keyboard and/or piano, and acoustic guitar (solo, duo, trio or my full band) in a variety of styles from jazz standards (Great American songbook; the repertoire of Tony Bennett, Sinatra, Diana Krall, etc.), as well as more contemporary styles (60's to the present) from smooth jazz, rock, blues, funk, latin, Brazilian, New Age, Broadway, contemporary and traditional folk, and some country. Listen to the music samples by clicking on the music notation icon on the right and scrolling through, or go to my website and click on the links in the lower left menu (for jazz standards, 'Standards', for more contemporary songs, 'Contemporary Songs'). For video, the quality and quantity is much better on my website (click on 'Video' in the upper left vertical menu). To see a more complete song list click on 'Song Lists' on my website (the upper left vertical menu). I mostly perform with my jazz band, but also can perform with a mandolin player/singer, and myself on acoustic guitar (and keyboard/piano if desired) with a repertoire that features more acoustic string type songs including traditional and contemporary folk, early jazz, including some gypsy jazz, pop and rock songs. Another band I front features a great rock guitarist/singer, and many classic rock, and some R&B/soul songs from 60's, 70's, and more: Allman Brothers, Steely Dan, Eric Clapton, Dylan, Bill Withers, Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, and more. There are some live performance audio samples on my profile. To see testimonials please go to my website and click on 'Testimonials' in the upper left menu. A few samples from testimonials: (Gigmasters review) "The Lawrence Duff Group was an excellent addition to our corporate function in November. The sound of the three-piece band filled the lobby of our firm quite well and we found our guests stayed pretty close to the music all night! We would definitely recommend The Lawrence Duff group." "Larry's mastery of the keyboard is unquestioned, with a subtle rhythmic touch that delights the listener. But his real strength is his smooth-as-silk voice, which naturally floats to cover a wide range of both pitch and emotion." "His music enlivened me and inspired me to dance and feel a mood of celebration. He is an obvious master in his field. I love how versatile and eclectic his music is! Thanks, Larry!" "You absolutely can't go wrong with this very excellent and professional performer. His music hit the perfect note for our wedding ceremony and celebration. We were so happy with the vast array of possible songs and instrumentals and our guests had many compliments for the music." As a band or ensemble I can perform in many combinations of musicians: drums, bass (acoustic stand-up or electric), hand percussion (congas,etc.), alto or tenor saxs, flute, or guitar (electric, acoustic), depending on your tastes and budget. If you prefer, or your budget is limited, as an additional option, I perform as a one man band with exceptionally realistic back up tracks (WAV files, not mp3s or midi tracks), of drums, bass, guitar, etc., recorded by real pro musicians in many styles, to which I can add your choice of sidemen (sax, electric or acoustic guitar, flute, hand percussion, etc). I also perform as a soloist (simple vocal and piano/keyboard or guitar. See my Gigmasters solo profile as Lawrence Duff. I am also available to perform for wedding ceremonies as a classical/pop ensemble with flute, cello, violin, or classical guitar, and then for cocktail hour/dinner background music as jazz/pop/light rock ensemble (see website in 'Weddings' - left menu). You could bring in the full band for reception, if you choose. As a performer I hold myself and the musicians I work with to the highest professional standards and always put my heart and soul into everything I do. Let us provide the soundtrack to make your wedding, party or other event a treasured memory. I play through two state of the art Bose cylindrical sound systems with their amazing innovative technology providing by far the clearest, fullest, stereo sound available for live performance; sounding great in the smallest room or large venue. My system can also be used for your announcements, and for DJ services during breaks provided by myself or another DJ.

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Review by Caitlin T.

Corporate FunctionReviewed on July 2, 2018From Santa Barbara, CA

Fantastic group- we had a great experience!

Review by Allison S.

Corporate FunctionReviewed on January 20, 2015From Bakersfield, CA

The Lawrence Duff Group was an excellent addition to our corporate function in November. The sound of the three-piece band filled the lobby of our firm quite well and we found our guests stayed pretty close to the music all night! We would definitely recommend The Lawrence Duff group.

Review by Alice L.

Community EventReviewed on August 28, 2017From Santa Barbara, CA

Very professional and excellent sound! You won't be disappointed when hiring Lawrence Duff.

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Song List 

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  • STANDARDS (partial list - see website song list)
  • All The Things You Are
  • As Time Goes By
  • At Last
  • Autumn Leaves
  • Fever
  • Fly Me To The Moon | Sinatra, Diana Krall
  • Georgia On My Mind | Ray Charles
  • God Bless The Child | Billie Holiday
  • I Can't Help Falling In Love | Elvis
  • It Had To Be You
  • I Only Have Eyes For You
  • In The Still Of The Night
  • Mona Lisa | Nat Cole
  • My Funny Valentine
  • My One And Only Love
  • Nature Boy | Nat Cole
  • The Nearness Of You | Norah Jones
  • Night And Day | Sinatra
  • Over The Rainbow | Judy Garland
  • Since I Fell For You | Al Jerreau
  • Someone To Watch Over Me
  • Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
  • Stardust
  • Stormy Weather
  • Sugar
  • Take Five (Dave Brubeck -instrumental)
  • Unforgettable | Nat Cole
  • The Very Thought Of You | Natalie Cole
  • What A Wonderful World | Louis Armstrong
  • When I Fall In Love | Nat Cole
  • UPTEMPO SWING (partial list)
  • Beyond The Sea | Bobby Darren
  • Blue Skies
  • I've Got You Under My Skin | Sinatra
  • Our Love Is Here To Stay
  • Paper Moon | Nat Cole
  • Route 66 | Nat Cole
  • Someone Exactly Like You | Nina Simone
  • LATIN - BRAZIAN (partial list)
  • Ain't No Sunshine - Cubann bolero version | Bill Withers
  • Besame Mucho
  • Black Orpheus
  • Blue Bossa
  • Cucurrucucu Paloma | Mexican Ranchera
  • Fragile | Sting
  • Girl From Ipamema
  • Hot, Hot, Hot! (Caribbean party song) | Buster Poindexter, Arrow
  • How Insensitive | (Jobim)
  • Jamaica Farewell - calypso | Harry Belafonte
  • Mas Que Nada - Brasil 66
  • Summertime | (salsa version)
  • Unchain My Heart | (latin rock)
  • Watermelon Man | Herbie Hancock
  • CONTEMPORARY BALLADS (partial list)
  • Ain't No Sunshine | Bill Withers
  • Crying | Roy Orbison - K.D.Lang
  • Can't Find My Way Home | Blind Faith
  • Don't Know Why | Norah Jones
  • Feelin' Good | Nina Simone, Michael Buble
  • Fields Of Gold | Sting
  • The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face | Roberta Flack
  • Hallelujah | Leonard Cohen, Jeff Buckley
  • Have I Told You Lately | Van Morrison
  • Just The Way You Are | Billy Joel
  • Imagine | Lennon
  • I'm Yours | Jason Mraz
  • Just The Two Of Us | Bill Withers
  • Let It Be | Beatles
  • Little Wing | Jimi Hendrix
  • No Woman No Cry | Bob Marley
  • The Secret Of Life | James Taylor
  • Overjoyed | Stevie Wonder
  • The Rose | Bette Midler
  • Unchained Melody | Righteous Brothers
  • Yesterday | Beatles
  • You Are So Beautiful | Joe Cocker
  • Your Song | Elton John
  • CONTEMPORARY DANCE SONGS (partial list)
  • All Along The Watchtower | Jimi Hendrix (rock or reggae version)
  • Brown Eyed Girl | Van Morrison
  • Feelin' Allright | Traffic (funky rock)
  • I Shot The Sheriff | Bob Marley, Eric Clapton
  • Lean On Me (rock or Hip Hop version) | Bill Withers
  • Lovely Day | Bill Withers
  • Moondance (swing or latin rock version) | Van Morrison
  • Superstition | Stevie Wonder
  • Tiny Dancer | Elton John
  • Unchain My Heart (rock or latin rock version) | Ray Charles
  • BLUES (partial list)
  • Everyday I Get The Blues
  • I Believe To My Soul | Ray Charles
  • I Put A Spell On You
  • Stormy Monday
  • St. James Infirmary Blues
  • COUNTRY (partial list)
  • Crazy | Willie Nelson
  • I Fall To Pieces | Patsy Cline
  • You Were Always On My Mind | Willie Nelson
  • HOLIDAY SONGS (partial list)
  • Most of the traditional carols | (list available on request)
  • Instrumental (partial list)
  • What Child Is This (Greensleeves)
  • Christmas Time Is Here | (from 'Charlie Brown Christmas)

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Past Events

September 20, 2019 • Birthday Party (Adult)
Fri6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Santa Barbara, CA
February 10, 2019 • Birthday Party (Adult)
Sun3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Santa Barbara, CA
May 2, 2018 • Corporate Function
Wed1:00 PM - 1:15 PM Santa Barbara, CA
April 14, 2018 • Birthday Party (Adult)
Sat6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Bakersfield, CA
December 31, 2017 • New Year's Eve Party
Sun8:30 PM - 11:00 PM Santa Barbara, CA
October 14, 2017 • Cass House - wedding - ceremony keyboard, jazz duo
Sat4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Cayucos, CA
September 7, 2017 • City Arts Event - Acoustic duo/one man band
Thu5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Santa Barbara, CA
August 26, 2017 • Community Event
Sat12:00 PM - 3:00 PM Santa Barbara, CA
June 7, 2017 • Nite Moves - public outdoor event
Wed5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Santa Barbara, CA
May 27, 2017 • Birthday Party (Adult)
Sat7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Thousand Oaks, CA
May 21, 2017 • Wedding
Sun4:30 PM - 8:30 PM Calabasas, CA
October 31, 2016 • Halloween Party
Mon2:00 PM - 2:45 PM Alhambra, CA

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