" On Sunday 13th March 2011 Randwick Golf Club held an afternoon of entertainment. We do not have regular entertainment but occasionally we organise a duo maybe once a month. It was Toucans first appearance at Randwick Golf Club, and their choice of songs and their friendly manor were well received. I have held the position of General Manager for the past 5 years and have worked in the club industry for over 16 years and I have to say this was the one of the best responses from an audience I have witnessed.
Our Members and guests sang along with the popular choices and by the second bracket they were all up dancing. One of our members was so impressed he took up a collection from the audience and presented the duo with a generous tip, something I have not witnessed before. Rachel Laing the female member of the duo had a great range and variety of music , her voice is amazing. The feedback from the patrons has been huge and they are all eager for their return performance."
Maryanne Branighan, General Manager; Randwick Golf Club, March 2011.
"Rachel, I just wanted to say how much i loved your set played at Parramatta last week. I was visiting my brother and we had nothing to do except "Hang out" at boring Parramatta. By chance we walked past you playing in the amphitheatre in church street mall. We were both pleasantly surprised to hear such a great sound and decided to stay and listen. You have an amazing voice and a really great repertoire. Keep up the great sound dude."
Matteo Meccelli, June 2009. Gig @ Parramatta Mall
"Rachel, I would definitely recommend you. Everything turned out perfect! You were very professional and the way you sang the songs I selected in such short notice was incredible, it was with heaps of passion and everyone loved it!"
Ceilia Ong, February 2009. Reception @ The Doltone House
"Rob & I would like to thank you for the extra effort you went to on our Wedding Day we know you had been sick with a throat infection and you still sounded great to us and our Guests. For us your performance gave our reception the personal touch, most Weddings want a band or a DJ and that’s great for dancing etc but having you there to entertain our guests for the first two and a half hours was fantastic and we would recommend you to anyone getting married or for a special occasion."
Rob & Carole Davis, November 2008. Reception @ The Sebel, Sydney
" Rachel, Thank you so much for singing at our wedding ceremony. Your voice is amazing. Everyone at the ceremony commented on how beautiful your voice was and how it 'sent a shiver down their spines' hearing you. You provided the perfect musical backdrop for our ceremony- while guests were arriving, as I walked down the isle and as guests were leaving. Your range of music was also perfect- from old romantic songs to modern songs appropriate for a wedding ceremony. I know my mum cried as you sang "I Hope You Dance"- our special song!
Thank you also for spending the time with me to go through and choose the right songs as well as giving up your time to attend our rehearsal. Your bubbly personality, flexibility and constant enthusiasm were a god send while trying to plan a wedding!! I would recommend you to anyone thinking of hiring you- not just for a wedding ceremony, but for any occasion!"
Kathryn Norrie, November 2008. Ceremony @ Windsor Church
"Dear Rachel, you have the voice of an angel. Thank you for sharing our special day with us. xx"
Deb & Paul Merrick, May 2008. Reception @ Wisemens Ferry Golf Club