Frank Holden Interprets Sinatra

17th April 2009: "Capitol Big Band ... Swing Time"

I was asked to be the guest vocalist with the West Coast Capitol Big Band at the Arts Guild Theatre in Greenock. It was a really great night and the band really did swing.

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26th March 2009: "Frank Holden returns by popular demand!"

As promised, we returned to the East Kilbride Village Theatre, (and happily, again to a full house), with my Big Sinatra Band. I had written a section into the programme for the Band to play classics from the American Song Book including Count Basie's "All Of Me" and "Sing, Sing, Sing".

This was my first live performance of "Please Be Kind" and I am glad to say I remembered all the words! The Band was conducted by Derek Williams.

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2nd November 2008: "The Vows Awards"
(Voted Outstanding Wedding Supplier)

Frank's 'Sinatra Quartet' was chosen to supply his unique "Sinatra Swing" at this year's five-star, red-carpet event in the Glasgow Hilton Hotel. This is the country's top Scottish wedding industry awards show.

VOWS Report

"Sunday 2nd November saw the culmination of another fantastic year for VOWS as over 550 people gathered to celebrate with the nominees and winners at the Hilton Glasgow Hotel. The hosts for the evening, Ant & Dick (from Wedding TV fame), presented the awards in 20 categories after a fantastic opening set by Frank Holden Interprets Sinatra. Guests partied into the wee small hours of the morning - in true Scottish wedding industry style."

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18th October 2008: "Biggar Annual Charity Ball"

Once again, a wonderfully successful Black Tie evening at this year's Biggar Annual Charity Ball (Rotary Club). Thousands of pounds raised for deserving charities, so very satisfying to be part of that. I was asked to write into the programme a selection of Glenn Miller tunes and music also from Count Basie and Artie Shaw, etc., and this was extremely well received. A great night was had by all.

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15th August 2008: "Frank Holden Live In Concert"

East Kilbride Show
Frank and crew returned to the Village Theatre in East Kilbride with his Sinatra Big Swing Band. A capacity house enjoyed the Sinatra favourites, and all your wonderful special requests. A truly great night, and watch this space, because Frank promised he will bring the band back!

"Entertainments in the News" (East Kilbride News, 6th August, 2008)

‘Ol’ Blue Eyes’ is back in show tribute to Sinatra By Shona Mitchell Ol Blue Eyes is back… Award-winning Sinatra vocalist Frank Holden returns to the East Kilbride Village Theatre with his hugely successful sell-out show. Frank Holden is among the lucky few who have actually seen Sinatra live in concert. His attention to detail is second to none and his Sinatra presentation is outstanding. This is a night no true Sinatra fan will want to miss! Frank takes you on a tour of Sinatra classics such as Fly Me to the Moon, My Way, New York New York and many more. Frank is live on stage with a 14-piece Sinatra Swing Band and all dressed to impress in Sinatra’s trademark tuxedo. The award-winning Sinatra vocalist has taken his show all over the United Kingdom and, after one show, the Frank Sinatra Appreciation Society remarked: “Ol’ Blue Eyes would be proud of you.” The first half of the show features Frank and the 14-piece big band while the second half sees Frank sing Sinatra with a quartet before some more big band tunes finish the show. Frank Holden, of Glasgow, said this week: “I’ve had the pleasure of seeing Sinatra live three times, so I’ve written and produced my show based on this. “What makes my show a little different is the amount of audience interaction. I encourage people coming to my show to email me requests for songs which mean something to them and I will dedicate it to them on the night. “So far, I’ve already had three requests for the East Kilbride show. “Sometimes it’s because a song reminds them of their father or maybe it’s their wedding song. “I like to keep my show fresh and this helps. “Sinatra was a great performer and could think on his feet so I do try to do a little of that to keep things interesting.” Frank spends 98 per cent of his time at work singing at weddings up and down the country so enjoys the opportunity to perform for a crowd of Sinatra fans in venues such as the Village Theatre. In fact, Frank likes to perform here so much that this show will be his tenth in eight years. Almost all of his previous shows have sold out.

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2007-2008: Residency...

Frank and his Sinatra Quartet have just successfully completed a one year residency at Laurie's in Glasgow. Thanks to the staff and all who came along and made it a whole lot of fun!

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August 2007: "Award Winning Sinatra Vocalist"

In August 2007, Frank Holden was pleased to be the winning vocalist in the UK's Songwriters' Contest, performing the song Long Live Love. The song took First Place.
Written by: Frank Lefevre
Arranged by: Allan McPike

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October 2006: Celebration Concert

Due to the overwhelming success of Frank Holden Interprets Sinatra.... Frank and the crew put on a totally free concert in Glasgow, on the 25th October 2006 (on stage at 8pm). The venue was...Laurie's , King Street, Glasgow G1.

The band was my big "Sinatra Swing Band". All the Sinatra standards were performed. It was a Totally Free concert from the No 1 Sinatra band in the country. This concert was written and produced by Frank Holden.

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10th Sep 2006: Music, Help and Advice...

Over the years, Frank Holden has strived to give up and coming talent a "leg up" with help and advice on things such as start ups, band formation, productions, and other related subjects. This has always been given freely and Frank will continue to offer his advice and guidance totally free of charge.

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22nd February 2006: New 'Frank Holden Interprets Sinatra' Double Album with 25 classic tracks

As of 22nd February 2006 my new album is available. The album has 25 tracks and I am very proud of it. Listen to the piano work on In the Wee Small Hours Of The Morning - that's a Greg Robertson arrangement. The price of the album is £12 including UK postage. To order this album send me an email at frank@frank-holden-interprets-sinatra.com. Each album will be signed by me personally.

Track listing:

The Lady Is A Tramp Nice and Easy Fly Me To The Moon It Was A Very Good Year Luck Be A Lady Witchcraft Pennies From Heaven You Make Me Feel So Young All The Way I've Got The World On A String For Once In My Life It Started All Over Again Saturday Night Is The Loneliest Night Of The Week

My Way Come Fly With Me Young At Heart I've Got You Under My Skin In The Wee Small Hours Of The Morning The Best Is Yet To Come Day In, Day Out Learnin' The Blues Mack The Knife I'll Be Seeing You Strangers In The Night New York, New York

Samples from the new album are now available!

You can now hear clips from my new album by going to the Audio Clips page and simply clicking on the name of the song. All the clips are in quality MP3 format.

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1st Jan 2006: "By Special Request"

People have asked me to cover songs by other artists and to this end I've put together a selection of arrangements from the talents of Bobby Darren, Elvis Presley, Dean Martin and Tony Bennett to name but a few and here's the interesting bit! All arranged and performed in the "swing style of Sinatra" - now that's a first! And if Ol' Blue eyes were here, I'm sure he would approve.

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1st Dec 2005: Scottish Tour November 2005

I would like to thank all those who attended my Scottish tour in November 2005. The concerts were a big success and a whole lot of fun, so from me Frank Holden to you: Thank you.

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2004 - Eventful Year

Thank you for the wonderful endorsements from all you newlyweds. The band and myself are happy and proud to have been a part of your big day. Very best wishes for the future!
Frank and the Band

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2003 - Travelling

We have now taken Sinatra Weddings from the North of Scotland to Maidstone in Kent. Woohoo!

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2002 - Frank Sinatra Appreciation Society

After one of my shows in the Carmichael Hall, I was approached by a well dressed gentleman who introduced himself as being from the Sinatra Appreciation Society. He said "Frank, what a great performance, Ol' Blue Eyes would be proud of you!" A great finish to a great night.

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