Description
The Christie Duo is a highly skilled and versatile musical partnership, perfect for weddings, parties, and special events. Combining guitar, violin, and captivating vocals, they create a unique and memorable sound that suits any occasion. Whether you need elegant background music for a wedding reception or lively tunes to get the party started, the Christie Duo delivers with style and passion.
With extensive experience across jazz, blues, folk, world, and classical music, they adapt effortlessly to your event’s vibe. Their love for improvisation and bespoke performances means every wedding or party gets a personalized soundtrack tailored just for you.
Specializing in traditional Scottish, Irish, and English folk, the Christie Duo brings energy and authenticity to barn dances, ceilidhs, and themed parties like Burns Night or St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Their sets of jigs, reels, hornpipes, and sea shanties are perfect for keeping guests dancing and entertained all night long.
Whether it’s a wedding, corporate event, or private party, the Christie Duo’s professionalism and musical versatility guarantee an unforgettable experience. They’re committed to making your special day or celebration truly unique with music that resonates with every guest.
Equipment
This duo provides amps for their instruments, if your event requires a PA system let us know and we can price up a quote for you.
Song List
The Christie Duo perform a wide range of musical styles from folk to jazz and blues. A sample list has been included below. If you have any questions regarding this, please do not hesitate to contact us!
1960s–1970s
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What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong
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Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra
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Moondance – Van Morrison
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Sunny – Bobby Hebb
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Wave – Antonio Carlos Jobim
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Besame Mucho – Consuelo Velázquez
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Nuages – Django Reinhardt
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Sway – Dean Martin
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Lullaby of Birdland – Sarah Vaughan
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One Note Samba – João Gilberto / Antonio Carlos Jobim
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So Insensitive – Antônio Carlos Jobim
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Minor Swing – Django Reinhardt
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Green Dolphin Street – Miles Davis
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Tenderly – Rosemary Clooney
1950s
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Cheek to Cheek – Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong
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Cry Me a River – Julie London
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Autumn Leaves – Nat King Cole
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Blue Monk – Thelonious Monk
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Funny Valentine – Chet Baker
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There Will Never Be Another You – Chet Baker
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My Favourite Things – John Coltrane
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Embraceable You – Billie Holiday
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Softly as a Morning Sunrise – Frank Sinatra
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All Blues – Miles Davis
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A Train – Duke Ellington
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Night and Day – Cole Porter (Frank Sinatra version)
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Bye Bye Blackbird – Miles Davis
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Georgia – Ray Charles
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Isn’t She Lovely – Stevie Wonder
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S’Wonderful – Ella Fitzgerald
1940s and earlier
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Paper Moon – Nat King Cole
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Moonlight in Vermont – Frank Sinatra
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St Thomas – Sonny Rollins
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Black Orpheus – Luiz Bonfá
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Honey Suckle Rose – Fats Waller
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You Are the Sunshine of My Life – Stevie Wonder
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This Masquerade – George Benson
Timeless Standards
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For Sephora (Artist unclear)
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Misty – Erroll Garner
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Song for My Father – Horace Silver
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Lover Man – Billie Holiday
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Night and Day – Cole Porter
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Somewhere Over the Rainbow – Judy Garland
Testimonials
“The Christie Duo was absolutely fantastic at our wedding! Their mix of jazz and folk created the perfect atmosphere for our ceremony and reception. Guests kept commenting on how talented and professional they were. Highly recommend for any party or special event!”
– Sarah & James.
“We hired the Christie Duo for a corporate party, and they exceeded all expectations. Their versatility and energy had everyone engaged, from the background dining to the lively dance sets. Truly a pleasure to work with – they made our event unforgettable!”
– Mark T.
“The Christie Duo were brilliant at our anniversary party. Their ability to blend different styles kept the night fresh and fun, and their musicianship was top-notch. They even tailored the playlist to fit our theme perfectly. Would definitely book again!”
– Emma R.
