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Talking Ties

Italian and American Swing, New Orleans

Talking Ties are a sextet who perform a repertoire of arranged Italian and American swing tunes, as well as original compositions and pieces from the New Orleans tradition.

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The band is ideal for performing at cocktail receptions, gala dinners, corporate events and vintage-themed after-parties. They have been collaborating with Lindy Hop (swing) dance schools across Italy for many years.

Band and musicians

Giovanni Gargini - vocals and drums

Federico Calabretta - vocals and piano

Bernardo Sacconi - vocals, double bass, guitar

Matteo Spolveri - trumpet and cornet

Charles Ferris - trumpet and trombone

Glauco Benedetti - sousaphone and trombone

Discover Talking Ties and get inspired by their selection of videos!

Juke Box

Recommended times:

Aperitif • dinner

Extravagante

Recommended times:

Aperitif • dinner • party

Voglio esser come di te

Recommended times:

Aperitif • dinner party

Our outfits

Classic elegant: black suit, white shirt, black bow tie.

Vintage waistcoat: cream and brown striped waistcoat, beige trousers, cream and brown striped bow tie.

Vintage casual: vest, white shirt, blue trousers.

Download our repertoire!

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