Subscribing to the principle that the old songs really are the best, the Gershwin Gang, a Manhattan-style jazz group, specialises in the well-known jazz songs from the 1920s and 1930s written by the Gershwin brothers, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin and others, and made popular by Fred Astaire, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole and Sinatra.

This band's reputation has spread fast. In May 2000 they returned to 'The Royal Windsor Horse Show' where, following the previous year's success, they again performed in the presence of Her Majesty the Queen. Other recent highlights have included Ascot and the BBC's 'Royal Television Society Awards' as well as numerous private and corporate functions throughout England (London, the Midlands, Northwest, Northeast, Southwest, Southeast) as well as Wales and Scotland.

The band's basic trio line-up consists of piano/vocals (Selwyn Dorfman), double bass (Paul Stoloff) and drums, occasionally supplemented by Brigitte Escobar as guest vocalist and/or George Galway on saxophone/clarinet/flute.

The Gershwin Gang also present a lively and entertaining outdoor show set, suitable for town and county shows and festivals.

The Gershwin Gang is available for engagements throughout the U.K. and Europe (sometimes at short notice).


Testimonials:

'Thank you we had such a lovely day and a wonderful time away. The entertainment at the wedding provided by the Gershwin gang was wonderful. Everyone I have spoken to has said how much they enjoyed the band. Thank you very much, I will recommend you!'
Anna Sydor, Wedding,

''The Gerswhin Gang' were absolutely fantastic. Everyone commented on them! We had lots of hitches, which spoilt the day a little, including the hotel not setting up the band outside, as we'd arranged (Selwyn apologised and put a speaker outside so we could hear whilst the photos were being shot!) and the hotel not providing refreshments as arranged for the band (again, Selwyn was an absolute star and said it didn't matter and just to make sure it was not on our bill!). Things ran a bit late and Selwyn came over to me to say that he would carry on playing until all the guests had got through the receiving line, even though it was past the arranged times and they hadn't been fed and watered! I couldn't be more grateful to him; having had problems with the driver, hotel staff and DJ, it was his attitude and kindness that made all the difference. We were rushing about all day and had few moments that I remember well. One was when the band played my request 'Putting on the Ritz' and my mum and I having a dance. I'm told that all my aunties and my Grandma were having a whale of a time, sat by the fire in the room where the band were playing, singing along and reminiscing. Fantastic. Please thank them profusely from myself and my husband'.
Donna, Wedding, October 2006

'Thanks for all your help with booking the Gershwin Gang. They were an excellent addition to our wedding, arrived early, got set up with no fuss and played wonderfully. Would happily recommend them'.
P Kidd, Wedding, August 2006

'The band were absolutely wonderful, my Channel 5 clients were thrilled. Please pass on my thanks and my best regards. Have a happy Christmas and a great New Year'.
Corporate Function, December 2005

Repertoire:

Putting On The Ritz
Charleston
Stepping Out With My Baby
Top Hat, White Tie And Tails
Night And Day
They Didn't Believe Me
Anything Goes
It Ain't Necessarily So
My Funny Valentine
Let's Face The Music and Dance
So In Love
I Get A Kick Out Of You
Autumn Leaves
Embraceable You
Fascinating Rhythm
Begin the Beguine
It Had To Be You
I Got Rhythm
New York New York
Is You Is Or Is You Aint My Baby?
Fly Me To The Moon
These Foolish Things
Cheek To Cheek
It's Alright With Me
Don't Get Around Much Anymore
What Is This Thing Called Love?
They Can't Take That Away From Me
S'wonderful
A Foggy Day
Mac The Knife
They All Laughed
Lullaby Of Birdland
How Long Has This Been
Going On?
Manhattan
Young At Heart
Let There Be love
My Baby Just Cares For Me
Can't Help Lovin' That Man
Two Sleepy People
Just One Of Those Things
Aint Misbehaving
Misty
As Time Goes By
I'm Gonna Sit Right Down
You Do Something To Me
I've Got You Under My Skin
Too Marvelous For Words
In The Wee Small Hours
You Make Me Feel So Young
Our Love Is Here To Stay
Summertime
Lady Is A Tramp
Someone To Watch Over Me
Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
Recipe For Making Love
San Francisco
A Fine Romance
Witchcraft
Meditation
Every Time We Say Goodbye
Girl from Ipanema
Dream A Little Dream
Just The Way You Are
Killing Me Softly With Her Song
On The Street Where You Live
I Could Have Danced All Night
Wouldn't It Be Lovely
Wonderful Tonight
Lady In Red
Perfect Day
You're So Vain
Rainy Days And Mondays
Save The Best For Last
Saving All My Love
Promise Me
We've Only Just Begun
Your Song
Wind Beneath My Wings
Close To You
Top Of The World
Every Time You Touch Me
I'm Still Standing
Crocodile Rock
Like A Virgin
Don't Look Back In Anger
American Pie
Up Town Girl
Moondance
Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic
Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word
Do You Know The Way To San Jose?
I Say A Little Prayer For You
Bewitched, Bothered And Bewildered
Let's Call The Whole Thing Off