Here is a short interview by The North East Hub after my recent appearance & duet with Jason Issacs at the ‘Swing Fever’ concert held at Newcastle City Hall in front of a thousand people!
It really was a fantastic night and I loved performing with Jason. Here are a few reviews of the evening from the local press…
‘Stockton singing starlet Val Boyers is still on a high following the biggest gig of her life.’ Read More
‘Audition wins mum City Hall date with Jason Isaacs.’ Read More
And here are a few of the many positive comments I receive…“Thanks once again for the amazing set you played. Quite a few people asked your name, where you were from etc. You were quite a talking point! I know my mum really enjoyed what you were playing rather than the ‘din’ later on with the DJ! xx” (Helen & Chris – The Golden Lion, Northallerton – July 2012)
“Hi Val, I’ve been meaning to message you. Thank you so much for playing at our wedding. You were amazing!!!! You don’t know how many people have asked about you and said how fantastic you were! You made our day! I hope to book you for any future events we have.” (Kirsty & Chris – Wynyard Hall – April 2012)
“Loved your singing with Musicians Unlimited on Sunday” (Alastair – The Park Hotel, Hartlepool – May 2012)
“You were fab at The Smiths Arms tonight xx” (Laura – The Smiths Arms, Greatham – February 2012)
“Hi Val, We would just like to thank you for singing at our wedding on 19th November at Hardwick Hall. You were fab and all our guests said how much they enjoyed your singing. Thanks again for helping to make our day very special and helping us to make nice memories of our day.” (Jimmy & Margaret – Hardwick Hall – November 2011)
“You were fantastic last night – your voice sounded even better than usual! All done WITHOUT the security blankets of guitar and stool! Well done you!!! You owned that City Hall Stage. (Dave – City Hall Newcastle – Jason Isaacs Swing Fever Show – March 2012)
“Val – you brought very happy tears to my eyes. SENSATIONAL in every way. STUNNING! STUNNING! STUNNING! Thank you so much for the music. More please! xxx (Marlene – City Hall Newcastle – Jason Isaacs Swing Fever Show – March 2012)
“Just a quick email to send you the biggest thank you possible. You were absolutely amazing on Sunday our guests had the most lovely things to say about you and were so impressed by you. Me & Trevor were over the moon with what you did and thought you were fantastic. You have a brilliant voice and created the most relaxed atmosphere. Thank you once again Val. We will not hesitate in recommending you to friends and family and using you again in the future ourselves.” (Samantha & Trevor – Whinstone View, Great Ayton – May 2012)
“Just a short email to express my thanks to you. Whilst wandering through Debenhams today, my colleague and I came across the sound of a most beautiful voice. It then transpired that it wasn’t on the radio, but a lovely lady with a guitar was singing live! I adore all music and the vibe I heard today was so melodic and absolutely wonderful! Kind regards, and keep on singing!” (Chris – Wedding Promotion Event – Debenhams, Stockton – February 2012)
“Just wanted to say a BIG thank you for playing at our wedding. We made a fantastic choice by asking you to perform and believe me you didn’t fail to satisfy. All great comments from our guests and we have recommended you to a friend who is due to marry later this year. A great performance at a great venue – loved every minute.” (Russell & Lorraine – Wynyard Hall – July 2012)
“Just to say a huge thank you – you were superb! Natalie & Andrew loved you.” (July – The George, Piercebridge – August 2012)
“Thank you very much for playing and singing at our wedding. We both had a fantastic day, it all went just as we had planned – everything we hoped for. You did a fantastic job, and so many of our wedding guests commented on how wonderful you were and the great relaxed atmosphere. It was a day to remember – we hope you enjoyed it too! Thanks again…” (Rachel & Colin – Whinstone View, Great Ayton – June 2012)
“Thank you so much – Everyone commented on your lovely voice and how the atmosphere was perfectly balanced by your music”
“Thank you so much for making our party so wonderful…”
“You have made our day extra memorable…”
“Thank you so much for coming & sharing our day with us & finishing the night off beautifully in the library bar…”
“Thank you so much for the beautiful singing last Saturday. Many, many people commented on it…”
“Thank you so much for making our wedding day so special. We had so many fantastic comments about you…”
“You were amazing, I never knew you were so good!”
“A fabulous day at Doxford Hall in Alnwick yesterday. Val your stunning version of ‘Songbird’ made all the difference to my clients ceremony…with the sun shining and relaxing music on the lawn, all the guests totally enjoyed the day. Thank you!” North East Wedding Planners – September 2011
“Absolutely amazing, you made our wedding simply magical and would recommend you to everyone. Our guests are still talking about how wonderful you sounded on the day and we will always remember our first dance which you sang beautifully. Thank you so much!”
“Thank you for the evening on Saturday the feedback has been amazing!” Rockliffe Hall Clubhouse – July 2011
“We had a wonderful evening and you contributed to it immensely. It was lovely to meet you. We appreciated how much you played and how flexible you were moving between outside and inside. You have a wonderful talent and there were so many compliments from our friends!”
“It was great to hear you – fantastic playlist!”
“Thank you for playing on Saturday, we really enjoyed it and everyone said they had enjoyed you playing – it was a lovely atmosphere!”
“Lovely to see you at the Ball – I have to say you took us by surprise – who would have guessed all that talent!! Amazing and you were fantastic!”
“Looking forward to having you here Val – these nights are so popular and enjoyable!”
Chapters Hotel – January 2012
“Superb set Val – Great job!”
“You were absolutely fantastic – what a beautiful voice. Every single one of our guests commented on your voice. Thank you so much for making it that little bit more special. I will fully recommend you to anyone. THANK YOU xxxxx”
“You have a great voice Val – heard you at Sparkles – good luck in Darlington tonight xx”
“Many, many thanks Val for singing for me and my guests last night – you were amazing and everyone loved you! X”
“Fantastic performance at the Wynyard Hall Christmas Shopping event today – thank you!” Wynyard Hall – December 2011
