A vocal and keyboard duo based in the NorthEast of England. Paul and Keith met up whilst doing a series of Ratpack shows in 2009 around County Durham and Yorkshire and decided to continue as a duo performing songs from the 50's and 60's. 

Keith's easy vocal style suited particularly the songs of Nat King Cole and from it was developed a tribute to the great man himself. That, combined with songs from the same period, contributes to the sound of Duo Savoy.  

The professional sound of the duo is complemented by Paul's piano playing along with rhythm and bass pedals. See the gallery for a photo of his setup. A unique sound from only two people - no backing tracks! Minimum space required, quick setup.

A quick glance at Keith's musical activity! 

Keith was recently ask to attend the recording of Cruising with The Stars on Sky channel 284. Here he is with Debi Jones.

Keith with John Cooper Executive Producer of Cruising With The Stars.

This picture was taken two years after The Golden Years started performing in 1980. It was placed at the front of The Entertainment Book, a catalogue for the clubs to book artists from. Members of The Golden Years, left to right: Eddy Adamthwaite, Dave Strange, Keith Abbott, Dave Smith and Chris Cowen.

The Golden Years - a great bunch of lads and fab musicians. Keith owes much to these lads -without them he would probably have never sung and entertained on a stage - thanks lads! Left to right: Chris Cowen, Eddy Adamthwaite, Mike Albury, Dave Smith, Keith Abbott.

Soul Corporation July 2006 . Keith loved performing with these lads. They covered Motown and soul music, had great harmonies and fantastic stage presence. This picture was taken at The Gibside Hotel, Whickham. Left to right: Steve Lee, Hilton Archer, Keith Abbott.

Soul Corporation. Left to right: Steve Lee,Hilton Archer, Keith Abbott. Great Harmonies!

John Parrot. This was taken at St.Jame's Park, Newcastle football ground. A charity ball where Keith performed along side John Parrot, one of the best in snooker. A big guy with a big personality!

Brendan Healy, about 2007. Taken just before Keith was to perform at The St.James' Football ground, not yet in his suit ! He had the privilege of working with top north east comedian Brendan Healey, a laugh a minute and mad as a hatter. Brendan is also a great muscian, actor and performs regularly in the north east region.

Keith with Gary,  the Queens Room Orchestra Pianist during rehearsals for a show on Cunard's Queen Victoria.

Keith having a great time with the Queens Room Orchestra on Cunard's Queen Victoria.

Paul has played as a pianist/bass player on over 3500 gigs at home and abroad and has supported/worked with Ken Dodd, Les Dawson, Mike Reid, Freddy and the Dreamers.

Some past clients include:

Axa Insurance   De Vere Hotels(all over)   United Utilities   Demolition Trades Society   Expertease Events   Catterick Caravans   Mecca Leisure   Bourne Leisure    Specsavers    West Yorkshire Scouts    Camping And Caravanning Club    Worcester Bosch    Blyth Valley Arts and Leisure    Newcastle University    Durham University

Paul with his own jazz trio -  JazzUpp - 2004

  All the main London Park Lane Hotels as well as Manchester; Leeds, Bradford hotel function rooms.

  Seasons at Ayr, Scarborough, Gt Yarmouth, Hayling Island, Bognor Regis, Bourne Leisure caravan parks.

  Theatres: Blackpool Opera House, Embassy Theatre Skegness, Brighton Pavillion, Poole, Lowestoft, mainly with Les Dawson when he was with us.

Paul doing some serious practise!

  Nightclub residencies in Manchester, Birmingham, Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Liverpool, Leeds, Hinckley.

  Pub and restaurant gigs: many pubs round Cheshire and the Northwest.

  British Forces in England and Germany, notably Marne Barracks, Aldershot, Leeming, Gütersloh, Bielefeld, Dortmund, Hanover.

Instrumentation:

Latest Roland Stage Piano

Roland PK5 Bass pedals

Zoom Rhythmtrac

Mackie 600 watt PA for larger venues

Genelec 160 watt setup for smaller, more discreet requirements.