Testimonials
Monica Moore
We all enjoyed a fantastic night at Silvermere. My thanks to you for providing such fabulous singing and entertainment. It was just brilliant, and a good time was had by all. All the folks from my fitness class provided me with positive feedback and are looking forward to next time. Many thanks indeed Ian, cheers Monica.Diane Goodchild
I just wanted to drop you a quick note to thank you for your support of the C.A.R.E Event. Your entertainment of the old folks (and staff) in the afternoon was absolutely brilliant. All our elderly guests were talking about it. I have had the daughter of an elderly couple on the phone wanting your details so they can book you for an evening. in the meantime, I and my staff would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous New Year.Suzanne Cullen
I write to thank you so very much for making our fundraising evening such a success. Your act was wonderful, and everyone was so impressed at how professional and realistic you were. We had no idea that you would have us all up and dancing and singing and you were so generous with your time; it felt like a private party, and everyone was having so much fun. The committee have received so many thank you letters expressing how much they enjoyed your performance, and I am sure as a result of the evening you will be receiving many more bookings. I look forward to seeing you again in your role as Matt Monro in the near future and maybe as Frank Sinatra or Michael Bublé. Who Knows!Sandra Grech East Sussex
Just a little note to say thank you for the CD you sent me. Every time I play it, I shall be thinking of the wonderful evening we had at Tony’s 70th. You were fantastic involving everyone with your singing, your enthusiasm is next to none. You really made it a memorable evening that all our friends and family will talk about for months to come. The feedback we have had is overwhelming. Wishing you even more success in the future. Kind regards Sandra GrechBrian Ludford
I just wanted to drop you a note to say a very big thank you for entertaining us at Downing College. I was quite worried how the event would go because we had such low numbers, and it was quite a large room. I need not have done! The event was a great success and I have received many notes from members saying what a great time they had and how much they enjoyed the evening. What I want to say to you is that this was, for the majority, down to you and your performance. Your professionalism, skill and undoubted talent made the evening. I was hoping that some people might get up and dance, but you had everyone up singing New York, New York! it was really great to see. Ian, thank you again for an excellent evening and I would like to wish you continued success for the future.Graham and Carole Warne
Well what can I say… You came, you saw, and you conquered! This is to say a massive, massive “Thank You” for being a sensational part of our wedding day. This is not just from Carole and I, but from everyone who witnessed your abundance of energy and your truly remarkable singing voice. We have over the last week had so many comments from our guests praising your talent and asking where we found you! We can truly say that you were an extra layer of icing on the cake! The power of your professionalism will stay with us for ever. I would like to thank you for allowing me to sing with you; I was a little nervous, but it was a moment to treasure. Before I embarrass myself further let me just say may Frank, Dean, Matt, and Bobby live on for ever within the body and voice of Ian Gallagher…truly the king of swing!Chris Wood
Thanks for another fantastic night, you certainly put on a great performance…we all enjoyed it, and you brought a lot of pleasure to a lot of people…thanks!Steve Caldecourt
Ian, we had 60 guests, and everyone said what a great night it was, not just a guy who sung Matt Monro songs, but a Matt Monro for the evening. We had a number of people there who had seen the great man perform live and all said that yours was the best tribute they had ever heard! Ian if you ever need anybody to give potential clients re-assurance, just give them my number.Sofia Lloyd (nee Holbech)
A very quick note to say thank you so much for singing at our wedding. Everyone has said how fantastic and professional they thought you and the band were and you had all ages up and dancing on the floor! Thank you also for being so patient when supper and speeches overrun – it is so difficult to accurately time weddings I suppose! Many thanks again and kind regards.Linda Burgess from Witham
Wow! Thank you so much for such a fantastic night. Everybody has commented on what a great night it was. I couldn’t believe how quickly you brought the evening to life. Everyone sung along and everyone danced, right through the age range, from early 20’s to 80’s. We all loved it. You made my Mum’s birthday very special, and we have lots of happy memories to thank you for.Sharon from Worthing
Just wanted to let you know how much my husband and I enjoyed Ian’s DVD last night. Please tell Ian that not only is he a talented singer and wonderful entertainer, but the quality I love the most is that he is living his dream and has followed his passion. It’s no wonder that Ian is such a huge success.Sue West
What a wonderful night’ – you made the evening for me, Jim, and guests. We first saw and heard you sing in a restaurant in Little Chalfont, Bucks and that was it. Hence you came to my party. You were just super, great voice and a wonderful rapport with the guests. You worked hard and we appreciated it very much. We have a video of the whole evening, so we have you taped!
This Is The Life
This Is The Life...
This is the life was recorded by Matt during his tenure in America at capital records and is often heard on adverts in this is country.
Bring a point of view, but be flexible. Be truthful when you sing and when you speak. Mean what you say and always do what you say you will. An audience can sense sincerity, be worthy of your goals, your heroes and mentors. Be courageous in your musical choices, surprise the audience and never settle for less. Never break your word, it is your most precious asset. Find a path you love and the work becomes your passion. I will do everything I can to make your event the best I can, and this is my promise to you.
Quality can always be improved; preparation is quality’s best friend. Always buy the best musical equipment, the best is always the cheapest. There is no shortcut to quality. 
There is something sacred about music, be generous in your musical choices. Every time you walk on stage you have the opportunity to begin again, more intelligently. Be articulate, flexible and expressive. Be passionate, don’t take yourself too seriously, music is the shorthand of emotion. Be truthful when you sing and when you speak. Try to be nice to everyone. Be grateful, be kind, be sincere.
Be brave, be positive, never negative. Represent your values and encapsulate them. Know one becomes a singer because of the money, be dedicated, don’t give up, you have to respect yourself, only then can you learn to respect others. Always pay attention and always find the joy. Your profession is not what brings home your pay cheque, it’s what you were put on earth to do, so do it with such passion and integrity that it becomes spiritual in its calling.
Be 100% present, always. Remember that your profession is not what you do, it is who you are. When you sing, earn the privilege of your audience’s time. You are what you do so do it with enthusiasm. If you don’t take risks, you risk even more. Be early, be ready and say thank you. Remember opportunity is missed by many people because it is often dressed in overalls and looks like hard work. A professional always finds his truth in the work. You already buy yourself energy and creativity if you come prepared and are early