Sara (Singer/Pianist) A professional singer and pianist specialising in soul,jazz,R&B,and folk music!

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Price Guide

The guide prices below are for events within 20 miles of Manchester, Greater Manchester. Outside this area extra travel expenses will apply. Please get in touch for an accurate quote.
2 x 45 minute sets within a 2 hour period: £375
Wedding Ceremony (30 minutes before, ceremony, and exit music) & Drinks Reception (2 x 45 minute sets): £696
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Sara is a professional singer and pianist based in Manchester, specialising in soul, jazz, R&B and folk music. She has a huge amount of experience performing at weddings, events and hotels/restaurants across the UK. In Manchester, she is a regular musician at venues including The Fitzgerald, Albert's Restaurants, Matt & Phred’s, Mala Secret Garden, and Zaranda Didsbury.

Sara trained as a classical pianist and singer in her teenage years and holds an ABRSM Grade 8 Distinction in both piano and singing. She went on to study Music at King's College London where she graduated with a First Class BMus degree. After graduating, Sara transferred her skills to popular music performance and has worked closely with soul, pop and R&B musicians across London, Manchester and Liverpool for over 10 years.

Sara recently began her own business which offers her smooth vocals not only as a solo performer, but also in the form of an acoustic duo, a jazz band, and a vocal harmony collective. Sara founded her company in 2019 and they are currently working on a show that celebrates the life and music of Eva Cassidy.

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Location

Based in Manchester, Greater Manchester

Will travel up to 500 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 500 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 20 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

Ain't No Sunshine - Bill Withers

American Boy - Estelle

Ain't No Mountain High Enough - Marvin Gaye / Tammi Terrell

At Last - Etta James

Bennie & the Jets - Elton John

Bridge Over Troubled Water - Simon & Garfunkel

Come Away With Me - Norah Jones

Crazy - Gnarls Barkley

Distance - YEBBA

Dreams - Fleetwood Mac

Don't Know Why - Norah Jones

Easy - Commodores

Everywhere - Fleetwood Mac

Feels Like Home - Chantal Kreviazuk

Fields of Gold - Eva Cassidy (Sting)

Friday I'm in Love - Phoebe Bridgers (The Cure)

Georgia on my Mind - Ray Charles

Grow Old With Me - Tom Odell

High and Dry - Jamie Cullum (Radiohead)

I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You - Elvis Presley

I Can't Make You Love Me - Bonnie Raitt

I Feel the Earth Move - Carole King

I Get to Love You - Ruelle

I Heard it Through the Grapevine - Marvin Gaye

If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys

It's Too Late - Carole King

Just the Way You Are - Billy Joel

Killing Me Softly - Fugees

Leave the Door Open - Bruno Mars

Let's Stay Together - Al Green

Let it Be - The Beatles

Love is a Losing Game - Amy Winehouse

Love Me Tender - Elvis Presley

Love Song - Sara Bareilles

Lovely Day - Bill Withers

Make You Feel My Love - Adele (Bob Dylan)

My Baby Just Cares for Me - Nina Simone

Nearness of You - Norah Jones

One Last Time - Ariana Grande

Ordinary People - John Legend

Over the Rainbow - Eva Cassidy

People Get Ready - Eva Cassidy

Put Your Records On - Corinne Bailey-Rae

Resolution - Matt Corby

Say a Little Prayer - Aretha Franklin

She's Always a Woman - Billy Joel

Signed Sealed Delivered - Stevie Wonder

Sittin' On The Dock of the Bay - Otis Redding

Songbird - Fleetwood Mac / Eva Cassidy

Spooky - Dusty Springfield

Stay With Me - Sam Smith

Still in Love - Thirdstory

Summertime - Ella Fitzgerald

Sunday Kind of Love - Etta James

The Scientist - Coldplay

There She Goes - The La's

This Year's Love - David Gray

Time After Time - Cyndi Lauper

Turn Me On - Norah Jones

Wade in the Water - Eva Cassidy

Warwick Avenue - Duffy

What a Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong

What You Don't Do - Lianne la Havas

When She Loved Me - Sarah McLachlan

Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow - Carole King

You're Still the One - Shania Twain

You've Got a Friend - Carole King

You Send Me - Sam Cooke / Aretha Franklin

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Please ensure there is power nearby and a parking space close to the venue.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

All prices include a fully PAT-tested PA system.


What information do you require about a venue?

Please let me know if the venue has a loading area for when I arrive. It would be useful to know how large the performance area is, and how many guests the venue can hold so I can ensure my PA system is suitable (although I of course don't take up much space as a soloist!)


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

I'm more than happy to play background music through my PA in-between sets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

The best gig I've ever done has to be performing at The Trafford Centre's VIP Press & Influencer Christmas Launch Event in November 2023! The most amazing venue is probably The Belfry Hotel & Golf Resort.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

I grew up listening to Eva Cassidy and she is such an inspiration for me. So much so that I'm currently working on a show celebrating her life and music with my jazz band, Smoke & Honey! Watch this space...


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

I trained as a classical pianist and singer in my teenage years, and hold an ABRSM Grade 8 Distinction in both piano and singing. I went on to study Music at King's College London where I graduated with a First Class BMus degree. After graduating, I transferred my skills to popular music performance, and have worked closely with soul, pop and R&B musicians across London, Manchester and Liverpool for over 10 years.

I now perform at weddings, events and hotels/restaurants across the UK. In Manchester, I am a regular musician at venues including The Fitzgerald, Albert's Restaurants, Matt & Phred’s, Mala Secret Garden, and Zaranda Didsbury.


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

I adore playing at weddings. Every single one is different, and it's so special to be able to provide the backdrop to such a special moment. Music can really shape so impactful and so beautiful when it comes to creating that magical atmosphere on the day!

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Setup: 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on venue.
Performance: 2 x 45 minutes or 2 x 60 minutes.


Are you happy to perform outside?

I'm more than happy to perform outside, providing that there's a power supply close-by and a flat level surface (and cover if the weather is looking unpredictable!).


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

I have a tried and tested set list with options that I know work well at different events, whether it's a wedding reception, a corporate event, or a restaurant. However, I'm happy to learn any song requests you may have (usually up to 3). Especially if it's a wedding ceremony, I know it's important for this to be fully bespoke!


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Clients would describe me as a sophisticated, musical soloist that brings elegance and warm vibes to your event!

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