Frank Sinatra’s Pianist and The British Rat Pack. 2010
The British Rat Pack gave a special birthday treat while performing at a celebration in The Princes Golf Club, Sandwich Bay on the 30th January 2010.
Guests at the black tie affair were blown away by a surprise appearance and guest performance of Frank Sinatra’s personal pianist of 11 years Mr Ian Gomes.
Ian Gomes is the resident pianist at The Ritz in London for the past 7 years.
The British Rat Pack put on two stylish shows, the first being performed with Ian’s stunning piano accompaniment while guests were dining.
Guests gasped as Paul-Hayden introduced Ian for the night’s entertainment.
Ian played for Frank Sinatra of the Rat Pack for over a period of 11 years. He entertained Frank Sinatra and his many show biz guests in private.
The British Rat Pack sang fabulous swing classics from Nat King Cole When I fall in love, Natalie Cole Route 66, Frank Sinatra The way you look tonight, while Ian played the most beautiful accompaniment on the Piano. (Paul-Hayden/Related Blog Link; http://www.paul-hayden.co.uk/news/2010/03/09/sinatras-pianist-paul-hayden-and-the-british-rat-pack/
The second performance was a totally different affair and corporate entertainment at it’s best. The trio immediately packed out the dance floor as the lively swing music kicked in with Bobby Darrin, Mack the knife, The Rat Pack, Leroy Brown and many more attributed big band swing artists and classics.
Referring to the night’s entertainment the hostess said “this is excellent! While the DJ added “Brilliant! I would book this London based Swing band at Wembley with the right promoter”.