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Sydney Girl follows Her Dreams and wins NSW Live Entertainer of the Year Award

Sydney, 9th February 2004 -- Diane Hirlian, vocalist and Band Leader for Hirlian Jazz is a Sydney girl who followed her dreams and triumphed! Diane had a vision, she had the passion and she set the wheels in motion – leaving her promising corporate marketing career in the year 2000 - to become a professional performer and leader of her own band ‘Hirlian Jazz’.

One of Diane’s initial goals was to become the most sought after wedding band in Sydney by the year 2004 and on Monday the 15th of December 2003, ‘Hirlian Jazz’, was honoured as one of New South Wales finest wedding suppliers at the 7th NSW Annual Bridal Industry Awards (ABIA) in Sydney. The Chairman of the ABIA, John O'Meara congratulated ‘Hirlian Jazz’ on their achievement as the winner of the Live Entertainment category.

O' Meara said that Diane Hirlian should be extremely proud of her achievement especially when one considers that over 3000 NSW wedding suppliers were nominated for the 2003 ABIA's.

O' Meara went onto say that it was businesses like ‘Hirlian Jazz’ who complimented and elevated the wedding industry with their attention to detail and the pride, passion and professional manner in which they delivered their wedding product to the customer.

The ABIA’s are a much sought-after Award for the wedding supplier as they are determined by past customers with ‘Hirlian Jazz’ receiving a score of 96.07% based upon the quality of their performance and service, value for money and the overall end result.

‘It is such a great honour to receive this Award and I couldn’t be happier. Performing is my passion in life and I feel so blessed to be able to bring joy to peoples’ lives – especially on their wedding day.

The band members are all amazingly talented musicians and together we strive for excellence every opportunity we get. I want the best for each of my clients and I treat each wedding as if it were my own. I ensure that planning the live entertainment is a totally stress-free experience for each of my clients, the wedding reception music is tailored to their wedding style and that our performance always delights them on their wedding day’ said Diane Hirlian, vocalist and Band Leader, Hirlian Jazz.

As a performer Diane Hirlian has been described as charming, cheeky and sensual with a beautiful voice radiating warmth and sincerity. Professionally, Diane is committed, enthusiastic and always aims to exceed her clients’ expectations.

Diane Hirlian’s commitment to her dream, belief in her abilities and her desire to succeed are evident in her performances and the way she conducts her business. Her primary success tool is Passion! She inspires not only other singers and performers but also friends, past colleagues and co-workers who would love to take charge of their life and follow their own dreams.

About Hirlian Jazz
Led by vocalist Diane Hirlian, the Hirlian Jazz band specialises in live corporate and wedding entertainment. A sophisticated musical ensemble with a team of dedicated, passionate and talented entertainers, Hirlian Jazz music is ideal for cocktails, dining and dancing including Jazz, Latin, Blues, Soul and Pop.

Hirlian Jazz includes a flexible line-up from a two-piece to a five-piece band with musical styles including popular songs enjoyed by all age groups and ideal for sophisticated cocktail parties, corporate dinner dances, special events and wedding receptions.

Band members include:
Diane Hirlian - Vocals
John Revai - Keyboard
Stephen Rickerby - Saxophone
David Pragnell - Bass
Stephen Richards - Drums

Photos, audio samples, the band’s biography, repertoire, client testimonials and articles are all available on the band’s website www.diane.com.au

Contact Diane Hirlian

Diane Hirlian Entertainment
Phone: 02 9488 9890
Mobile: 0409 810 913
E-mail: music@diane.com.au

About the Australian Bridal Industry Awards
The Annual Bridal Industry Awards are held each year in Queensland, NSW, Victoria and South Australia. For a complete list of all the Finalists and Winners of the 7th NSW Annual Bridal Industry Awards, visit the industry web site at www.abia.com.au or contact the ABIA on 02 9699 2242.