The first introduction into music for David was with his twin brother Michael as a youngster in their village church/choir. David then took up trumpet & Michael trombone which led them to play in Orchestra's, Swing bands & David joined Homle Silver prize band becoming their soprano cornet player (made a chart topping record with 'Compo' - Last of the summer wine fame)! 

The twins also formed a successful 'Rock 'N' Roll' band with their friends which played for years & supported theatre tours with the likes of Showaddywaddy, Bay City Rollers etc. 

Having alway's been huge Elvis fans they have performed their brass & backing vocals in many Elvis shows (inc officially recognised via Gracelands/Elvis Presley Enterprizes) World & European tribute artist's (currently touring with the legendary No1 ETA 'Gordon Hendrick's')! 

Throughout their musical career they have played all over the world inc, America, Canada, Russia, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Europe & in prestigious venue's such as Londons Royal Albert Hall (on 3 occasions) 02 arena, Colgne Cathedral, Edinburgh Playhouse, Nott's Royal concert Hall, outdoor festivals etc!

They have appeared on TV with sir David Jason/zeta Jones in Darling buds of May, Jimmy Nail in Spender, Nick Berry in Heartbeat, in Stay Lucky Emmerdale etc. 

Dave & his wife Kim for the last 15+yrs have entertained our X-military & elderley - sadly suffering with Dementia/Alzheimers with their Music Therapy duo show throughout Yorkshire:

'kim & Dave Valentine'  

"We still feel it is one of the most rewarding feeling's there is" ... to know we are making an important, genuine difference with great repect & regard to others! 

After 25+ yrs playing behind the best Elvis tribute artistes in the World!  Dave decided to take up the main spotlight position as 'Yorkshire's Elvis' - Dave Valentine 

* the show is for the corporate sector featuring state of the art self contained sound & lighting rig, the best accurate pro backing tracks, authentic stage costumes & covering:-

•'Elvis's' early 1950's

•Army Gi/1960's 

•1970's concert years

(The show can be tailored around the client's individual requests etc) 

Please get intouch for any info/details required for any special occasions -

inc Birthdays, weddings, Hotel parties, Elvis nights etc