COVERVISION

Jasmine Ali
Singer, Musician
Originally from Wakefield but now based in London, I feel my “musical self” goes from strength to strength! With classical training in Piano, Violin and Bflat Cornet, I have worked in instrumental ensembles, function bands, original bands and also in stage productions. This experience has led to solo vocal performances in the West End and also lead pianist parts in theatre productions. Being fluent in Spanish is also a big asset as it has opened doors to Spanish events and performances. Ole! In addition, I work with lyricists to write original songs, some of which have been recorded by bands. I started learning the bass guitar and ukulele in order to join in with more projects and add to my original work.

The Violin has come on a fantastic journey with me. After playing with Highbury Strings, I joined the North London Symphony Orchestra in 2010 and perform in concert with them three times a year. This led to annual performances in Sicily with Peter Fender’s South London Sinfonietta. I am also a recurring cast member in the hugely popular and successful You Me Bum Bum Train. In October 2016 I was thrilled to be recruited by the ELO Encounter, a tribute to Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra. My biggest Violin project, we regularly tour the country with our show.

My main passion is covers work – I’m not ashamed to admit it! Haha. For me, there is nothing like seeing that face shout “I LOOOVE THIS SONG!!”. Covervision is a highly successful 4-piece Pop, Rock and Chart function band consisting of vocals, lead guitar, keys, bass and drums (with optional rhythm and brass sections). We travel around the UK and perform at parties, weddings, pubs, private events, army barracks, you name it! I also work on the Irish scene either solo (vocals and keys) or duo with guitar/vocals, with a calendar full of gigs. Let’s not forget The Boston Trio for Jazz, Blues and Swing and who are also available for all your function needs. Everything is a possibility so take your pick and get on the phone!

Whatever the theme or occasion, whether it be strutting about in your Stetson shouting “Yeehaah!”, a classy piano soiree, or getting down and funky in your flares, I (and my fellow musicians!) will be more than happy to contribute to your event with a fully tailored programme meeting everyone’s needs!

Set List:

Son of a preacher man – Dusty Springfield
Never forget you – The Noisettes
It’s a sin – Pet Shop Boys
Valerie – Amy Winehouse/Zutons
You really got me – The Kinks
Price Tag – Jessie J
Rolling in the deep – Adele
Wild World – Cat Stevens
Go your own way – Fleetwood Mac
Tainted Love – Gloria Jones
Thunder in my heart – Leo Sayer
All my loving – The Beatles
Young at heart – The Bluebells
Grace Kelly – Mika
Teenage Kicks – The Undertones
This Love – Maroon 5
This is the Life – Amy MacDonald
Be my baby – The Ronettes
Hold my hand – Jess Glynne
I’m still standing – Elton John
Imagine – John Lennon
Don’t look back in anger – Oasis
Paint it black – The Rolling Stones
9 to 5 – Dolly Parton
Disco 2000 – Pulp
Mama told me not to come – Three Dog Night
The power of love – Huey Lewis
Don’t stop me now – Queen
I will survive – Gloria Gaynor