What`s On - Park Plaza

What’s On
October 2013
November 2013
CONTENTS
01 Introduction
02 Behind The Scenes
03 October Events
16 Cocktail Of The Month
17 Interview With... ATILA
21 November Events
36 Gallery
37 Contact
PRIMO BAR
Masterful cocktails, chic design
and the hottest local entertainers on
the bar’s own stage make Primo
Bar one of the trendiest places to
see and be seen. The live bands
performing every night provide the
best selection of classical tunes from
Soul to Pop, Jazz or Bossa Nova.
This autumn guests can enjoy a
vast range of cocktails hand-crafted
by a talented team of mixologists
using the freshest ingredients.
For stunning views of Big Ben,
guests may reserve seating in
the bar’s exclusive VIP area. This
contemporary London bar on
the South Bank is ideally located
near the London Eye, Houses of
Parliament, National Theatre and
the Royal Festival Hall.
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Behind The Scenes
Didier Agueh
Executive Host and Artistic Director
Alberto Sanna
Bar, Lounge and ICHI Sushi Manager
What a fantastic summer we had! Although sharing Pimms in the park with
friends is a distant memory and winter
clothes are being unpacked, London is a
vibrant city throughout the year whatever
the weather.
It’s autumn and a great time of year
to release some of our more exciting
cocktails that will help you forget
about the darker days drawing in. I am
delighted with our London Dungeon
inspired cocktails, both look sweet and
innocent on the outside but mask a
surprise. I am challenging you to create
your very own cocktail for Guy Fawkes
just in time for Firework night on 5
November, not only will we create this
for your guests but you can also win two
tickets to the London Dungeons. All you
have to do is send your recipe to our
There is so much to look forward to
with Hallowe’en and Fireworks night
just around the corner. It’s also time to
think about organising that all important
Christmas party.
We believe Primo has become one of the
most desirable destinations where you can relax with your colleagues
straight after a long day at work. Join us for Overtime, where you
can enjoy our 2-4-1 cocktail offer from 5-8pm and listen to new DJs
we have on board during our Overtime after work.
This autumn at Primo we will transport you from our new exotic Arabian
Nights to the darker side of London’s murky history at Hallowe’en where
characters from the London Dungeon have created exclusive cocktails.
So forget about the rain and don’t think twice, you know where to go now.
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facebook page.
We have so much to look forward to this month especially if you are a
fan of our Sushi and Sashimi restaurant, Ichi, as the new autumn menu
launches this month. We’re already receiving a number of bookings for
Christmas parties and are always looking at ways to really make your
event stand out to impress your friends and colleagues.
Finally, I wish you all a fantastic time in London this autumn, we look
forward to welcoming you here at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
London. And don’t forget, if you love Primo Bar or have any feedback,
please leave your comments on Tripadvisor.
October Events
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New Talent /
Orli Nyles
King Of
Crooners /
Fil Straughan
Brazilian Vibe /
Aline Stoffel
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8
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New Talent /
Tammy
Federman
King Of
Crooners /
Atila
Brazilian
Vibe /
Mishka Adams
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15
16
New Talent /
Iona Thomas
King Of
Crooners /
Karme
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New Talent /
Mia and the
Moon
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F
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5
6
We Love... /
Michael
Jackson
Beautiful
Sundays /
Jessica Berry
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12
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We Love… /
Stevie Wonder
We Love… /
Marvin Gaye
Beautiful
Sundays /
Kate Winter
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Brazilian Vibe /
Giuliano
Pereira
Arabian Nights /
Yalla Khaliji
We Love... /
ABBA
We Love... /
The Beatles
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25
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Life is a
Musical /
Lorna Want
Soul Night /
Zalon
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Ladies Night /
Jennifer
Phillips
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Cabaret Bingo /
Ida Barr
Retro Night /
Benoit Viellefon
& Orchestra
King Of
Crooners /
Atila
Brazilian Vibe /
Maysa Ailaika
Glam Night /
Sweethearts
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New Talent /
Jade
Gallagher
King of
Crooners /
LAT
Screamo /
Primo Bar
New talents /
Vanessa
Haynes
We Love… /
Marvin Gaye
Brazilian Vibe /
Heidi Vogel
Artists confirmed may be subject to last minute changes or cancellations
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Beautiful
Sundays /
Josephine
Desmond
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Jazz across
the bridge /
Renato D’Aiello
& Friends
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Jazz across
the Bridge /
Renato D’Aiello
& Friends
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Tuesday
1 October 2013
Wednesday
2 October 2013
Thursday
3 October 2013
King of Crooners
Brazilian Vibe
Ladies Night
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 6pm
Fil Straughan
Aline Stoffel
Jennifer Phillips
Fil Straughan skilfully blends
Marvin Gaye’s energy with Luther
Vandross’s passion which can be
heard on all of his recordings. From
jazz to house and everything in
between, Fil Straughan knows music
and it shines through in his unique
vocal skill.
Fil also enjoys collaborating with
others whether he has co-written a
song or is simply adding his rich voice
to the mix.
Aline was born in Southern Brazil
and had her first experience with
music singing in a choir. In 2011 Aline
moved to London where she became
resident of the Bossa Nova Lounge
night at the Guanabara Bar as well
as performing in well-known venues
such as Ronnie Scott’s, Coco Bamboo,
Somerset House, and made in
Brazil. Aline is now working on a several
projects inspired by Brazilian and
English music.
Jennifer Phillips is one of the leading
female artists in the UK who is known
for her big vocals and impeccable
range that captivates audiences
around the world. Jennifer Phillips
has worked with various artists such
as Mariah Carey, Chaka Khan and
Michael Bolton to name just a few.
Jennifer is an outgoing person who
enjoys inspiring people through music
and motivational speaking.
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*Exclusively for women from 6pm to 9pm.
Friday
4 October 2013
Saturday
5 October 2013
Sunday
6 October 2013
Retro Night
We Love…
Beautiful Sundays
From 8pm
From 9pm
From 8pm
Benoit Viellefon
Michael Jackson
Jessica Berry
Having toured the world as lead
guitarist with groups such as ska
legends The Trojans, Vin Gordon
(Studio1 & Bob Marley) and Eddie
Tantan Thornton (Beatles, Jimi Hendrix,
Boney M), Benoit decided it was time
to step firmly into the limelight as band
leader. Benoit formed his orchestra
in 2009 and became an immediate
hit on London’s cabaret and vintage
speakeasy scene. Since then Benoit
and his Orchestra have played all over
the UK and Europe to critical acclaim.
Alex Charles is a British-born singer
and musician who enjoyed great
success in the charts in the 80’s and
90’s and fronted soul group Heatwave
for over 25 years.
Jessica Berry is an up and coming
vocalist and song-writer based in
London. Her warm, distinct tone
lends itself perfectly to both pop/soul
and jazz and she currently boasts a
London residency at Soho House’s
“Little House”.
Jessica’s current EP entitled ‘Stardust’
is a collection of her original songs
which she launched last year at
Ronnie Scott’s Club.
Alex sings with a high, strong and clear
vocal tone, which works wonders when
singing many styles of music, whether
it be a vigorous, funky James Brown
number or a Michael Jackson ballad
‘She’s Out of My Life’ with dance and
showmanship to match.
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Monday
7 October 2013
Tuesday
8 October 2013
Wednesday
9 October 2013
New Talents
King of Crooners
Brazilian Vibe
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Tammy Federman
Atila
Mishka Adams
Tammy Federman is a multi-talented
singer/songwriter from Israel whose
debut album was a hit on local radio
stations. Tammy’s single “Always
with You” made it to the top of the
national char ts and became an
instant hit, she received her first
recognition during a collaboration
with DJ Yahel performing in several
music festivals across the world and
continues to use these influences in
her new live performance.
The late jazz legend Sir John
Dankworth predicted “a very bright
future with the possibility of Atila’s
name eventually ending up in lights”
and still in his mid-twenties, Atila has
gone on to establish himself as one of
Britain’s most exciting vocal talents.
Mishka Adams aesthetic roots
i n c l u d e t h e l i t e r a r y, v i s u a l a n d
musical arts. Mishka’s new album
highlights her individual approach
to standards,incorporating world
music and African-reggae inspired
beats into her originals. Mishka’s
charismatic innocence is put to good
use in her repertoire.
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“One of London’s finest new vocal
talents for 2009” – BBC London TV.
Read Atila’s interview on page 17
Thursday
10 October 2013
Friday
11 October 2013
Saturday
12 October 2013
Cabaret Bingo
We Love…
We Love…
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 9pm
Ida Barr
Stevie Wonder
Marvin Gaye
Join comedy “Disco Granny” Ida Barr
for an unforgettable night of Cabaret
Comedy Bingo. Listen to the music
hall star Ida as she regales you on
her life in the East End where she
developed a penchant for hip hop and
rap, which led to the release of her
two albums “Artificial Hip hop” and
“Slipped Disco”. A tongue in cheek
night, not to be missed.
The Stevie Wonder Experience band
was conceived by renowned
saxophonist Renato D’Aiello and
f ro n t e d b y R o b e r t o A n g r i s a n i , a
quintet with strong roots in gospel,
jazz and pop. The idea was to explore
the interaction between Renato’s jazz
solos on top melodies and harmonies
o f S t e v i e Wo n d e r ’s c o m p o s i t i o n s
which offer an inspiring territory for
improvisation. Roberto is director of the
“Urban Voices” choir which sang at the
closing ceremony of the Olympic
Games and at the recent BAFTA awards.
Wayne is one of those fantastic
singers who has been using his
considerable talent for many years
to make others sound good. Wayne
has worked with the likes of Tina
Turner, Gorillaz, Tori Amos, Blur and
Madonna. He celebrates his Afro
Cuban heritage and works today with
the London Commnity Gospel Choir.
Wa y n e d e s c r i b e s h i s m u s i c a s
“…a living fusion of music styles from
the black music scene”.
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ICHI SUSHI AND SASHIMI BAR
Specialising purely in sushi and sashimi, Ichi Sushi’s menu can be summed up as:
Fresh, simple and delicious. All of the dishes are made to order at the counter by
the restaurant’s team of highly skilled and experienced sushi chefs. The restaurant
offers spectacular views over Westminster Bridge and Big Ben.
Lunch Monday-Sunday 12:00-3:00pm
Dinner Sunday-Thursday 5:30-10:30pm
Friday & Saturday 5:30-11:00pm
Enjoy unlimited drinks* when you order our ICHI Sushi Set Menu, including fresh to
order sashimi, nigiri and sushi rolls.
*drinks offer applies only to house red or white wine, or Asahi beer.
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Sunday
13 October 2013
Monday
14 October 2013
Tuesday
15 October 2013
Beautiful Sundays
New Talents
King of Crooners
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Kate Winter
Iona Thomas
Karme
Considered one of South Africa’s top
jazz singers, producer and arranger
Richard Nile says “not only does Kate
have a beautiful voice, remarkable
timing and superb intonation but her
innate musicality gives her that rarest
of musical accomplishments: taste.”
Originally harking from Wales, Iona
is a multitalented singer, songwriter,
guitarist and harpist. With an already
impressive selection of appearances
and credits including; headlining the
“Young Hero Awards” for Scarlets FM
and The Bay Radio, Thomas will also
be supporting X-Factor finalists The
Reason and Andy Abraham on their
upcoming engagements.
Karme’s career began in his hometown
of Catania, Sicily, later making a name
for himself as a vocalist and keyboard
player in Palermo where he studied
jazz.
Time Out calls her one of London’s
“brightest emerging jazz stars.”
His passion for black music, jazzinfluenced soul and funk stands out
and is reflected in his energy, talent
and professionalism.
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Wednesday
16 October 2013
Thursday
17 October 2013
Friday
18 October 2013
Brazilian Vibe
Arabian Nights
We Love…
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Giuliano Pereira
Yalla Khaliji
Tamsin & Lorna
Guiliano’s career started in his native
Brazil where he trained at the Carlos de
Campos de Tatui Conservatoire. He
trained with many renowned Brazilian
and American musicians. Primarily a
saxophonist and composer, he has
played in a diverse range of venues for
various Brazilian artists.
He has dedicated himself to developing
his own unique style of composition
and performance, which demonstrates
a wide range of influences from jazz to
traditional Brazilian styles and fusion.
Escape with a night of global,
oriental and Arabic music, hosted by
i n t e r n a t i o n a l D J / P ro d u c e r S a r a h
Young with live music by ‘Hicham’ and
performances from internationally
acclaimed belly dancer ‘Tara Lee’.
If you’re looking for a night of fun,
nostalgia and great music, Tamsin
and Lorna invite you to rewind to the
80’s.
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Covering the greats from Cyndi
Lauper, Madonna, Gloria Estefan,
Bananarama, Belinda Carlisle, Kim
Wilde and Eurythmics along with some
stellar one-hit wonders and chart
busters, these “girls just wanna have
fun” and so will you.
Saturday
19 October 2013
Sunday
20 October 2013
Monday
21 October 2013
We Love…
Beautiful Sundays
New Talents
From 9pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
The Beatles
Josephine Desmond
Mia and the Moon
As a writer and performer, Julian Burdock
has worked with some popular artists
over the years from Seal to Beverley
Knight. Now with his new formation, he
performs one of the best Beatles tribute
acts on the circuit.
Josephine Desmond has been
wowing audiences throughout
the UK and Europe whilst fronting
various bands and acoustic duos.
Expect a high mezzo soprano voice
from a supremely talented jazz vocalist.
This is the story of two sisters who
began singing together as toddlers
at National Bluegrass Festivals
alongside musical parents their father performed with Dolly
Parton while mother, Kathy, wrote
Kaleidoscopes. Combining early folk
festival influences with the urban,
contemporary styles of today, Mia and
the Moon have honed a distinctive,
gospel sound, and reach out to people
of all ages with timeless musical style.
“Power of a five part choir!” Gary Barlow.
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Tuesday
22 October 2013
Wednesday
23 October 2013
Thursday
24 October 2013
King of Crooners
Brazilian Vibe
Glam Night
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Atila
Maysa Ailaika
Sweethearts
The late jazz legend Sir John
Dankworth predicted “a very bright
future with the possibility of Atila’s name
eventually ending up in lights” and still
in his mid-twenties, Atila has gone on
to establish himself as one of Britain’s
most exciting vocal talents.
Currently living in London, the Brazilian
dream pop duo started making music
back in 2009, with their first independent
EP ‘Leveleve’.
Charlotte Silver, Laura Ingham and
Lauren Urquhart. The girls all trained
together at The London School of
Musical Theatre and have now created
a niche vocal act fusing the sounds of
Jazz and pop with a 1940’s barber shop
twist on top. The Sweethearts have a
salacious, charismatic, and charming
elegance that teases the eyes whilst their
powerful and original vocals seduce the
ears; watching this fascinating vocal
harmonising cabaret trio is irresistible.
“One of London’s finest new vocal
talents for 2009” – BBC London TV.
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Four years later, Susana Bragatto
(voice/samplers) and Zé Ruivo
(keyboards/programming) release their
passion for synthesizers, 80’s pop,
surreal imagery with many voice effects
to create a new Brazilian vibe.
Friday
25 October 2013
Saturday
26 October 2013
Sunday
27 October 2013
Life is a Musical
Soul Night
Jazz across the bridge
From 8pm
From 9pm
From 8pm
Lorna Want
Zalon
Renato D’Aiello & Friends
Life Is A Musical will feature some of the
best voices from the West End. Every
month we invite different singers from
the hottest musicals around to take to
the Primo Bar stage and perform songs
from the acclaimed London musicals
such as The Lion King, Phantom of
the Opera, Billy Elliot or Ghost just to
name a few. This month we welcome
Lorna Wright to the stage who was an
impressive background in theatre.
Zalon is a soulful singer, making you
fall in love with music again. Many
recognise him as the lead backing
vocalist to Amy Winehouse, contributing
to the phenomenal platinum success,
historical five Grammies win, plus
a n a c c o l a d e o f a w a rd s . S i n g i n g
a l o n g s i d e s o m e o f t h e w o r l d ’s
biggest artists, has led him to being
photographed and interviewed by the
media all over the world. Watch out
for Zalon’s album co-produced with
Grammy winner Mark Ronson
releasing later this year.
“Renato is a superlative saxophonist
with a passionate and poetic soul. He
has all the virtues – a beautiful sense
of time and pacing and a technique
which effortlessly projects his brilliantly
flowing ideas.”
Ian Carr, Jazz writer
(Miles Davis’ Biographer)
Guest artist Nicola Muresu on double
bass.
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Monday
28 October 2013
Tuesday
29 October 2013
Wednesday
30 October 2013
New Talents
King of Crooners
Brazilian Vibe
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Jade Gallagher
LAT
Heidi Vogel
Striking Liverpudlian singer/musician,
24 year-old Jade Gallagher is turning
heads with her compelling voice and
haunting tunes. Jade has certainly
served her apprenticeship having
played on a variety of major tours
i n c l u d i n g B r y a n A d a m s , Va n
Morrison, Joan Armatrading, Mark
Almond, Hanson and the legendary
Roger McGuinn.
The London Acoustic Trio are one of the
most versatile and musically gifted trios
in London comprising guitar, piano,
sax, percussion and vocals. They have
managed to create a unique soulful
sound that enables them to connect
with every audience.
Heidi’s career has seen her tour
the world as the lead singer for The
Cinematic Orchestra, including live
concerts at The Royal Albert Hall,
albums and concerts with symphony
orchestras and TV appearances.
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She has also toured with The F-ire big
band, The Brand New Heavies, ESKA
and worked with the likes of Cleveland
Watkiss and Soweto Kinch to name
just a few.
Thursday
31 October 2013
Hallowe’en Night
From 7pm
Primo Bar is situated within the
iconic Park Plaza Westminster
Bridge London, which places
guests at the heart of central
London on the buzzing South
Bank. The hotel’s Penthouse
Suites feature terraces with
impressive views over the city,
ideal for cocktail receptions and
wedding ceremonies.
Best available rates are always
found online. Check out
parkplaza.com/westminsterbridge
for availability.
Screamo
Primo Bar gets a spooky makeover
with a blend of equally spooky acts
and entertainment for the evening. It’s
time to dress up and celebrate the
darker side of London after work this
Hallowe’en. Dare to try our London
D u n g e o n i n s p i re d c o c k t a i l s a n d
canapés with a delicious mix from the
resident DJ; you probably won’t hear
Thriller, but expect a few ghostly vibes.
Otherwise please call or email
on the details listed below.
T: +44 (0) 844 415 6790
E: [email protected]
Cocktails Of The Month
Choose from one of our
Hallowe’en Cocktails
Inspired by The London Dungeon
Mrs Lovett’s
Cocktail
Ingredients:
25ml Chambord Liqueur
25ml Fernet Branca
50ml Cranberry Juice
10ml Sugar Syrup
Dash of Lime
Method
Shake all the ingredients together
over ice. Strain into a Martini glass
(with the rim of the glass dipped
in sugar) and garnish by adding a
lychee to the top to make a ‘floating’
eyeball.
Enjoy Responsibly Drinkaware.co.uk
The Torturer
Ingredients:
50ml Wray & Nephew Rum
20ml Black Sambuca
10ml Lime Juice
10ml Grenadine Syrup
15ml Sugar Syrup
10ml Cointreau
Method
Mix the ingredients together and
shake. Strain into a tall glass over
ice. Cut the passion fruit in half
and place on top, pour a few
drops of rum in the passion fruit.
Add two horn shaped chilli pieces on either side of the glass.
Once in place set the few drops
of rum in the Lychee alight.
Interview with
ATILA
opportunity to perform on live shows,
live TV and a number of commercials
which have helped shaped my musical
career. My key influences along the way
have been legends like Buddy who have
helped me shape and develop my own
identity as a singer.
How would you define your
style?
Could you tell us A little bit
about yourself? What are your
influences?
I have been singing now for 16 years
and enjoyed every step of the way. I
am of Turkish Cypriot origin. I started
my musical career playing saxophone
but later moved to vocals which I feel
was the best move I ever made. Over
the years I have had the opportunity to
meet some great people including Mr
Buddy Greco who became my very dear
friend after touring with him around the
UK, Kenny Lynch, Paul Young, Michael
Parkinson and many more. I have had the
I would say my style is very similar to that
of the old crooners. Spending most of my
singing career listening to singers such as
a Buddy Greco, Nat King Cole, Sinatra
and Torme - it’s a little hard to listen to
anything else.
W hat is the last m u sic yo u
bought?
Joao Gilberto – Amoroso
Do you plan to produce an album
with original songs?
Hopefully in the near future, although I
have just recently recorded a fantastic EP
with a big band and orchestra of varying
styles which you can listen to at www.atila.
co.uk
What do you like best about
performing at Primo?
Who is your favoUrite singer of
all time?
It’s a great atmosphere and the perfect
venue for my style of music. The audience
are always welcoming.
It would have to be the all time great,
Frank Sinatra.
Atila is performing on Tuesday 8 and 22
October and Tuesday 12 November.
What would be your top FIVE
songs (any genre?)
It all depends on my mood however, at the
moment I am listening to; I’m a Fool to Want
You, Close to you, Blame it on my Youth,
they Say It’s Wonderful, Kaise Mujhe.
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his Autumn, Chef Walter Ishizuka has created a
selection of new dishes that will inspire your taste
buds. Try Roast Duck Fillet with Pan Fried Foie Gras
and Rasberry Vinegar Sauce or Gratinated Rock Oyster
with Spinach and White Wine Sabayon.
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brasseriejoel.co.uk
Christmas Parties
Kick off your festive activities here at Brasserie Joël and enjoy
culinary indulgence along with drinks at the exciting Primo Bar for
an ‘all under ONE roof’ experience. Start and finish your evening
with live music, Champagne reception and cocktails followed by
dinner at Brasserie Joël with a choice of Christmas party
menus from £36 per person for three courses.
Inclusive packages including a glass of bubbly on arrival, three course menu,
unlimited soft drinks, house wine and beer in both Brasserie Joël and Primo Bar start from:
£59.00 per person for lunch and £69.00 per person for dinner.
For more information visit brasseriejoel.co.uk
or email [email protected]
++44 (0) 20 7620 7272
Overtime
2 - 4 - 1 on all Cocktails
Every Monday to Friday 5-8pm
End your working day the very best way!
DJs every night
Stylish Surroundings
November Events
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2
3
4
Beautiful
Sundays /
Kate Winter
New
Talents / Jade
Gallagher
King of
Crooners /
Karme
Brazilian Vibe /
Ester Azeredo
Trio
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1
Retro Night /
Benoit Viellefon
and
Orchestra
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S
2
3
We Love… /
Michael
Jackson
Beautiful
Sundays /
Kate Winter
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4
5
6
7
8
9
New Talents /
Tammy
Federman
King of
Crooners /
Karme
Brazilian Vibe
/ Francesco
Cavaliere
Ladies Night /
Jennifer Phillips
We Love... /
Stevie Wonder
Private Party /
VIP Event
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12
13
14
15
16
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New Talents /
Mia and
the Moon
King of
Crooners /
Atila
Brazilian Vibe /
Ester Azeredo
Cabaret Bingo /
Ida Barr
Soul Night /
Zalon
We Love… /
Marvin Gaye
Beautiful
Sundays /
Jessica Berry
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21
22
23
24
New Talents /
Anna & Marc
King of
Crooners /
Fil Straughan
Brazilian Vibe /
Marta Capponi
Arabian Nights /
Yalla Khaliji
We Love… /
Robbie Williams
House of Angels
Jazz across
the bridge /
Renato D’Aiello
& Friends
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26
27
28
29
30
30
New Talents /
Jade
Gallagher
King of
Crooners /
Karme
Cabaret Night /
La Voix
Life is a
Musical /
Lorna Want
Sax it up /
Jamie and
Brendan
Brazilian Vibe /
Aline Stoffel
Artists confirmed may be subject to last minute changes or cancellations
Beautiful
Sundays /
Josephine
Desmond
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Friday
1 November 2013
Saturday
2 November 2013
Sunday
3 November 2013
Retro Night
We Love…
Beautiful Sundays
From 8pm
From 9pm
From 8pm
Benoit Viellefon
Alex Charles
Kate Winter
Having toured the world as lead
guitarist with groups such as ska
legends The Trojans, Vin Gordon
(Studio1 & Bob Marley) and Eddie
Tantan Thornton (Beatles, Jimi Hendrix,
Boney M), Benoit decided it was time
to step firmly into the limelight as band
leader. Benoit formed his orchestra
in 2009 and became an immediate
hit on London’s cabaret and vintage
speakeasy scene. Since then Benoit
and his Orchestra have played all over
the UK and Europe to critical acclaim.
Alex Charles is a British-born singer
and musician who enjoyed great
success in the charts in the 80’s and
90’s and fronted soul group Heatwave
for over 25 years.
Considered one of South Africa’s top
jazz singers, producer and arranger
Richard Nile says “not only does Kate
have a beautiful voice, remarkable
timing and superb intonation but her
innate musicality gives her that rarest
of musical accomplishments: taste.”
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Alex sings with a high, strong and clear
vocal tone, which works wonders when
singing many styles of music, whether
it be a vigorous, funky James Brown
number or a Michael Jackson ballad
‘She’s Out of My Life’ with dance and
showmanship to match.
Time Out calls her one of London’s
“brightest emerging jazz stars.”
Monday
4 November 2013
Tuesday
5 November 2013
Wednesday
6 November 2013
New Talents
King of Crooners
Brazilian Vibe
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Tammy Federman
Karme
Francesco Cavaliere
Tammy Federman is a multi-talented
singer/songwriter from Israel whose
debut album was a hit on local
radio stations. Tammy’s single “Always
with You” made it to the top of the
national charts and became an
i n s t a n t h i t . Ta m m y f i r s t re c e i v e d
recognition during her collaboration with
the acclaimed DJ Yahel, performing in
music festivals worldwide. Tammy will
be accompanied by Jazz musicians
Gianluca Chiarella on guitar and Paolo
Bassi on double bass.
Karme’s career began in his hometown
of Catania, Sicily, later making a name
for himself as a vocalist and keyboard
player in Palermo where he studied
jazz.
Francesco’s music has a distinctive
versatility and flair together with a
wealth of experience that makes him
one of the most natural and dedicated
performers in the industry.
His passion for black music, jazzinfluenced soul and funk stands out
and is reflected in his energy, talent and
professionalism.
Francesco identifies his musical genre
as Latin Jazz with a Flamenco touch.
This was influenced by his frequent joint
performance act with gypsy and
Spanish guitarists.
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Thursday
7 November 2013
Friday
8 November 2013
Saturday
9 November 2013
Ladies Night
We Love…
Private Party
From 6pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Jennifer Phillips
Stevie Wonder
VIP Event
Jennifer Phillips is one of the leading
female artists in the UK who is known
for her big vocals and impeccable
range that captivates audiences
around the world. Jennifer Phillips has
worked with various artists such as
Mariah Carey, Chaka Khan and Michael
Bolton to name just a few. Jennifer is an
outgoing person who enjoys inspiring
people through music and motivational
speaking.
*Exclusively for women from 6pm to 9pm.
The Stevie Wonder Experience band
was conceived by renowned
saxophonist Renato D’Aiello and
f ro n t e d b y R o b e r t o A n g r i s a n i , a
quintet with strong roots in gospel,
jazz and pop. The idea was to explore
the interaction between Renato’s jazz
solos on top melodies and harmonies
o f S t e v i e Wo n d e r ’s c o m p o s i t i o n s
which offer an inspiring territory for
improvisation. Roberto is director of the
“Urban Voices” choir which sang at the
closing ceremony of the Olympic
Games and at the recent BAFTA awards.
We are sorry to announce that Primo
Bar will be closed for a VIP event
during this evening.
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Should you be interested in enquiring
about VIP private hire of the bar,
please email reservations@primobar.
co.uk or download our Private Hire
brochure at www.primobar.co.uk/barprimo/privatehire
Sunday
10November 2013
Monday
11 November 2013
Tuesday
12 November 2013
Beautiful Sundays
New Talents
King of Crooners
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Josephine Desmond
Mia and the Moon
Atila
Josephine Desmond has been
wowing audiences throughout the UK
and Europe whilst fronting various
bands and acoustic duos. Expect
a high mezzo soprano voice from a
supremely talented jazz vocalist.
This is the story of two sisters who
began singing together as toddlers at National Bluegrass Festivals
alongside musical parents their father per for med with Dolly
Parton while mother, Kathy, wrote
Kaleidoscopes. Combining early folk
festival influences with the urban,
contemporary styles of today, Mia and
the Moon have honed a distinctive,
gospel sound, and reach out to people
of all ages with timeless musical style.
“Power of a five part choir!” Gary Barlow.
The late jazz legend Sir John
Dankworth predicted “a very bright
future with the possibility of Atila’s
name eventually ending up in lights”
and still in his mid-twenties, Atila has
gone on to establish himself as one of
Britain’s most exciting vocal talents.
“One of London’s finest new vocal
talents for 2009” – BBC London TV.
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Wednesday
13 November 2013
Thursday
14 November 2013
Friday
15 November 2013
Brazilian Vibe
Cabaret Bingo
Soul Night
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Ester Azeredo Trio
Ida Barr
Zalon
A singer from Rio de Janeiro, who
studied music at the Ayrton Senna
Institute in São Paulo. Ester Azeredo
has a passion for Bossa Nova and
Jazz. In Brazil, She has made numerous
national TV appearances promoting
Bossa Nova on the TV show “Programa
Raul Gil”. Ester has performed for the
past year and a half in Dublin, Ireland,
She also made an appearance in the
Bray Jazz Festival in May 2013. Now in
London, Ester has continued to draw in
the crowds with her talents.
Join comedy “Disco Granny” Ida Barr
for an unforgettable night of Cabaret
Comedy Bingo. Listen to the music
hall star Ida as she regales you on
her life in the East End where she
developed a penchant for hip hop and
rap, which led to the release of her
two albums “Artificial Hip hop” and
“Slipped Disco”. A tongue in cheek
night, not to be missed.
Zalon is a soulful singer, making you
fall in love with music again. Many
recognise him as the lead backing
vocalist to Amy Winehouse, contributing
to the phenomenal platinum success,
historical five Grammies win, plus
a n a c c o l a d e o f a w a rd s . S i n g i n g
a l o n g s i d e s o m e o f t h e w o r l d ’s
biggest artists, has led him to being
photographed and interviewed by the
media all over the world. Watch out
for Zalon’s album co-produced with
Grammy winner Mark Ronson
releasing later this year.
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Saturday
16 November 2013
Sunday
17 November 2013
Monday
18 November 2013
We Love…
Beautiful Sundays
New Talents
From 9pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Marvin Gaye
Jessica Berry
Anna & Marc
Wa y n e i s o n e o f t h o s e f a n t a s t i c
singers who has been using his
considerable talent for many years
to make others sound good. Wayne
has worked with the likes of Tina
Turner, Gorillaz, Tori Amos, Blur and
Madonna. He celebrates his Afro
Cuban heritage and works today with
the London Commnity Gospel Choir.
Wa y n e d e s c r i b e s h i s m u s i c a s
“…a living fusion of music styles from
the black music scene”.
Jessica Berry is an up and coming
vocalist and song-writer based in
London. Her warm, distinct tone lends
itself perfectly to both pop/soul and
jazz and she currently boasts a London
residency at Soho House’s “Little
House”.
Jessica’s current EP entitled ‘Stardust’
is a collection of her original songs
which she launched last year at Ronnie
Scott’s Club.
True Rumours are a professional
acoustic duo who are passionate
about Soul, Rock and Funk music!
Anna and Marc have played together
for many years and have proved
extremely popular in the UK and
abroad.
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Tuesday
19 November 2013
Wednesday
20 November 2013
Thursday
21 November 2013
King of Crooners
Brazilian Vibe
Arabian Nights
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Fil Straughan
Marta Capponi Quartet
Yalla Khaliji
Fil Straughan skilfully blends
Marvin Gaye’s energy with Luther
Vandross’s passion which can be
heard on all of his recordings. From
jazz to house and everything in
between, Fil Straughan knows music
and it shines through in his unique
vocal skill.
Fil also enjoys collaborating with
others whether he has co-written a
song or is simply adding his rich voice
to the mix.
Marta Capponi is a young and talented
jazz vocalist and composer who has
collaborated with great Italian and
international musicians such as Bobby
Dhuram.
Escape with a night of global,
oriental and Arabic music, hosted by
i n t e r n a t i o n a l D J / P ro d u c e r S a r a h
Young with live music by ‘Hicham’ and
performances from internationally
acclaimed belly dancer ‘Tara Lee’.
She offers a deep and warm voice
perfectly complementing her swinging
band to produce energetic modern
Jazz alongside beautiful pop and
Brazilian songs.
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Friday
22 November 2013
Saturday
23 November 2013
Sunday
24 November 2013
We Love...
House of Angels
Jazz across the bridge
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Robbie Williams
House of Angels
Renato D’Aiello & Friends
Capturing the look, sound, cheeky and
charm of Robbie Williams. Paul Grant
Reason’s impersonation has even
impressed Robbie himself. Paul brings
you all of his great songs, from his
swing material though to his solo pop
hits and even songs from Take That.
Comprised of four talented females;
DJ, vocalist, saxophone and
violin, House of Angels deliver
a fun and sophisticated nightclub
entertainment merging house beats
with the added allure of live musicians
and dazzling costumes. The result
is an undeniably tempting feast for
the senses with poolside chill out
vibes to peak-hour, party rocking
destruction.
“Renato is a superlative saxophonist
with a passionate and poetic soul. He
has all the virtues – a beautiful sense
of time and pacing and a technique
which effortlessly projects his brilliantly
flowing ideas.”
Ian Carr, Jazz writer
(Miles Davis’ Biographer)
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Guest artist Sandro Zerafa on guitar.
Monday
25 November 2013
Tuesday
26 November2013
Wednesday
27 November 2013
New Talents
King of Crooners
Brazilian Vibe
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
Jade Gallagher
Karme
Aline Stoffel
Striking Liverpudlian singer/musician,
24 year-old Jade Gallagher is turning
heads with her compelling voice and
haunting tunes. Jade has certainly
served her apprenticeship having
played on a variety of major tours
i n c l u d i n g B r y a n A d a m s , Va n
Morrison, Joan Armatrading, Mark
Almond, Hanson and the legendary
Roger McGuinn.
Karme’s career began in his hometown
of Catania, Sicily, later making a name
for himself as a vocalist and keyboard
player in Palermo where he studied
jazz.
Aline was born in Southern Brazil and
had her first experience with music
singing in a choir. In early 2011 she
moved to London where she became
resident of the Bossa Nova Lounge
night at Guanabara Bar as well as
performing in well-known venues
like Ronnie Scott’s, Coco Bamboo,
Somerset House, Made in Brazil. She
is now working on new Brazilian and
English song projects.
His passion for black music, jazzinfluenced soul and funk stands out
and is reflected in his energy, talent and
professionalism.
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Thursday
28 November 2013
Friday
29 November 2013
Monday
30 November 2013
Cabaret Night
Life is a Musical
Sax it up
From 8pm
From 8pm
From 8pm
La Voix
Lorna Want
Jamie and Brendan
Inter national drag per for mer “La
Voix” brings her brand new show
to Westminster’s hottest nightspot.
This musical show brings together
c o m e d y, a n e c d o t e s , s o n g s a n d
stories from the rich career of this
glamorous performer.
Life Is A Musical will feature some of the
best voices from the West End. Every
month we invite different singers from
the hottest musicals around to take to
the Primo Bar stage and perform songs
from the acclaimed London musicals
such as The Lion King, Phantom of
the Opera, Billy Elliot or Ghost just to
name a few. This month we welcome
Lorna Wright to the stage who was an
impressive background in theatre.
Two of the biggest talents to come out
of Kent in recent years, Brendan Mills;
a saxophonist signed to Prestige Elite
meets Jamie Johnson who is soon to
be superstar. Blending soulful vocals,
Jazz instrumentation and dance beats
these up and coming musicians from
Kent will have you dancing ‘all night long’
with fresh arrangements of timeless RnB
classics and current chart dance music.
A night definitely not to be missed!
Join us for a sparkling evening
with the most dazzling diva in the
business.
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The interiors of the spa have drawn inspiration
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Primo Bar is located on the first floor of Park Plaza
Westminster Bridge London.
Simply walk straight over Westminster Bridge from
Westminster Station, taking in the sights of Big Ben
and the London Eye, and Primo Bar is located at the
foot of the bridge.
Nearest Train and Tube stations:
Westminster (5 mins)
Waterloo (5 mins)
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Valet parking available:
There is a U-Park Car Park adjacent to the hotel:
2 Addington Street
London
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200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7UT
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