"It helped that all the players were deft and fine ensemble players, but I must single out trumpeter Sam Lewis for his nicely subtle playing..."
~Robert Hugill, reviewing Wild Arts Elixir of Love~
"Thank you for your beautiful playing in our wedding ceremony. It was wonderful and set our wedding day off to a brilliant start!"
~Madeline and Mike~
We were so happy to have you play at another of my daughters’ wedding. Thank you so so much. You were amazing and it was everything we wanted!
~ Sue ~
Just wanted to reiterate our thanks for your outstanding playing on Saturday. You were very well reviewed by all our guests, many of whom recognised the exceptional degree of skill you clearly possess. The music was a very important part of our service, and it was all performed splendidly.
~Emily & Hugo~
"Edward and I want to thank you so much for your super performance at our wedding. The service was overwhelming for the both of us and the beautiful music, played brilliantly, was a huge part of that. Those pieces will always be close to our hearts. (I have always wanted a trumpeter at my wedding and it was just as I had hoped and better.) You also gave a tuneful boost to the hymns! Thank you Sam, it was perfect."
~Laura and Edward~
“I was totally entertained from beginning to end of their performance and cannot remember enjoying hearing a Brass Quintet in this way before!”
~Joy Farrall; Principal Clarinet, Britten Sinfonia~
“Their dazzling technical ability is only matched by their musicality."
~Paul Cosh; former 2nd Trumpet, BBC Symphony Orchestra~
"Sam’s interpretation revealed a commanding and confident presence in which the piece’s more dexterous passages were handled with his crisp articulation, clear tone and playful flourishes."
~Kimberley Lagos, writing for 4BarsRest.com~
“Sam, I can’t thank you enough for the wonderful playing, the great professionalism and sheer hard work you put in for the broadcast [live on BBC R4 – Christmas]. It went really well and we were all very pleased. Overall it was a great occasion and I hope you enjoyed listening. It simply wouldn’t have been as brilliant without the superb trumpet playing. It really added greatly. So thanks for all you did.”
~Andrew~
“Just wanted to say a massive thank you for your absolutely brilliant playing at our wedding last Saturday. We were both so impressed, as was our congregation and we couldn't have picked anything better for me to come into down the aisle. We loved the descant too and so glad you were there. It made our special day even more special and thank you also for being so flexible and for sorting everything out with the music.”
~Nichola and Chris~
“Your playing was utterly superb!!!! Hearing you play trumpet voluntary was brilliant and I feel so privileged to have had you playing me down the aisle. Thankyou so SO much again!!!!”
~Olivia and Arthur~
"For as long as I can remember all I've wanted at my wedding was a trumpeter; you far and above exceeded what I imagined. I can't thank you enough. Really brilliant!"
~Emma~
“Just wanted to say a MASSIVE THANK YOUUUUU for not only playing at our wedding but composing the most beautiful music ever - it was so much more than I could ever have imagined it to be!!! Thank you so so so much!! Thank you so much for making our dreams and vision come true on our special day! Everyone complimented how beautiful the music was and wanted me to pass on to you all how much they enjoyed it so thank you!!”
~Amy and Ben~
“Thank you so much again for the wonderful music, it made the ceremony so magical! When we went down to breakfast next morning the manager said she could hear this magical music and it made her tingle! Thank you again!!”
~Sharon~
"We wanted to say thank you very much for playing the trumpet at our wedding ceremony! We thought it was brilliant and a great surprise for the guests! Everyone loved it. It really made the service extra special."
~Becky and Greg~
“Thank you so very much for playing at Edward and Laura's wedding. The music was exactly as we had hoped and more and you and the organist made it. We really appreciated your input into the choice of hymns and music.”
~Fiona~
“Sam, I was the choir master at the wedding on Saturday. I thought your playing added so much to the music and enjoyment. Thank you very much for giving such pleasure.”
~Malcolm~
"Sam recently played the trumpet at my fathers funeral. I discovered Sam by searching on the internet and was delighted with his quick and friendly response. He was very helpful in both understanding what was required and also in making suggestions as to the appropriate music to use. Sam was very reliable and professional and played with great sensitivity and intent. Although we had never met before, his presence at this occasion enhanced the mood that we were seeking and I know my father would have greatly appreciated his playing as did we."
~Claire and Martin~
For all bookings please email me at samlewistrumpet@gmail.com.