The Three Belles are Anneka Wass, Sally Anne and Isabelle Moore, a British vintage acting and singing trio specialising in

The Andrews Sisters The Andrews Sisters were an American close harmony singing group of the Swing music, swing and boogie-woogie eras. The group consisted of three sisters: contralto LaVerne Sophia Andrews (July 6, 1911 – May 8, 1967), soprano Maxene Anglyn Andre ...

style performances and 1940s Experience nights. They are notable for maintaining throughout their live performances three distinct 1940s personas, 'Betty' (Wass), 'Gail' (Anne) and 'Dorothy' (Moore). The Three Belles are also strongly featured in Richard Grudens' book on vintage style singing groups, "Perfect Harmony" with foreword by

Patty Andrews The Andrews Sisters were an American close harmony singing group of the Swing music, swing and boogie-woogie eras. The group consisted of three sisters: contralto LaVerne Sophia Andrews (July 6, 1911 – May 8, 1967), soprano Maxene Anglyn Andre ...

and were featured as an 'emerging band' in 'Nyne Magazine'. They are closely connected with the city of

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, where the band formed at the

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and have given performances of their own 1940s experience show 'In The Mood' at the major south coast venue

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. Their debut album, ''In Full Swing'' was launched in early 2013. In December 2013, they appeared on a Christmas EP singing backing to the Jive Aces, called "Christmas Is Where You Are".

References

External links

Official website
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