Review Centre: Pianists & Keyboardists

"Lee was extremely professional and played beautifully for our wedding ceremony, drinks reception, and wedding breakfast! The communication beforehand was very good, and we worked out when he would be playing and when I would need music played via my iPad. I had asked him to play music from movies, and his selections were spot on. He was also very flexible with the three specific songs I requested for the various parts of the ceremony. Something happened during the processional and the bride's entrance where the songs didn't change as planned; however, I don't blame this on Lee, as the venue had him hidden around a corner where he couldn't see the people coming in. I think if we had touched base right before the ceremony we could have clarified things so that is the only thing that I would recommend for next time. Otherwise, absolutely loved Lee!"

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"Hamish was a great addition to our evening and was able to play many requests. Everyone commented on the music and how well he fitted in to our event. Will be booking again next year for sure!"

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"Nigel was absolutely brilliant from the moment we first made contact. He was so friendly and accommodating and learnt a very unique song for our walk down the aisle. It was such a personal touch and meant so much to us. Highly recommend booking Nigel, you are in very good hands!"

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"Don't look anywhere else for your live music! Initially we had planned our ceremony music to be a Spotify playlist played through the venue's facilities. We are so thankful to have found Piano Matt! We saw him at a wedding fayre at our venue (Arley House) and remembered him playing Robert Miles - Children. Having come in under budget and seeing a post Matt was tagged in at Arley House, we did some more research. We were pleased to see that Matt was very reasonably priced and contacted him, interested in him performing at our ceremony. My husband and I are big music lovers and there was a loose music theming to our wedding. We wanted something unique and gave Matt what some may call a bizarre brief for a Pianist...britpop, 80s, 90s dance. We also had a request for Ozzy Osbourne Crazy Train as guests were being seated due to a loose family tie and it being the Aston Villa entrance song. Who'd have thought this was possible on a piano but Matt smashed it! I'd always wanted Pachelbel's Canon to walk down the aisle to but also loved I'll Be There For You by The Rembrandts. Matt suggested a mash up of the two and boy did he deliver. I'm a bit gutted I missed the guest seating background music ? I love Harry Potter, hubby loves Star Wars and again, Matt's pianist mash up skills stuck again! Utter perfection! Matt was polite, professional and so down to earth from the moment we first started communicating. The video call as part of the planning process was a great way to 'meet' Matt and discuss 'us' and what we were after to make our ceremony truly unique. Matt, it was a pleasure having you perform during our ceremony, thank you for making it so special for us. Nothing was too much to ask of Matt who even helped with the errand of chasing down my maid of honour for my bouquet for our professional photos. Would definitely recommend Matt to anybody considering live music during their wedding day. We loved you as did our guests! ❤️ Aisle walk - Pachelbel Canon / I'll Be There For You Register signing - Star Wars / Harry Potter Exit music - You've Got The Love- Candi Staton"

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"Ben Costello recently provided organ and piano accompaniment for the choir Auriga Capella, at a memorial concert in London. Due to the nature of the concert there was very little time for him or even some members of the choir to rehearse together before the concert, but thanks to Ben’s sensitive and expert accompaniment, no one would have known. He played with precision and flair. If the choir ever had the opportunity, we would certainly like to work with him again. "

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"I first heard Andrew's music on a CD my Mum had and I absolutely loved it. He can make his violin sing in a really beautiful and harmonious way that is lovely to listen to. His Romantic Classics CD also seems to put my 7-week-old son in a very good mood!"

Reply by Andreas Bollywood, All Styles Violin
Dear Emily, thank you so much for the review. I think music is not just soothing, but also healing and spiritual, which makes it all worthwhile. It would be a pleasure to perform for you sometime or if you would like some more of my c.D's please let me know :) best wishes to all the family, Andreas

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"Our event took place on the 1st September 2023 at Horwood House. Nigel performed at the ceremony. The ceremony went off well and Nigel played beautifully for this special wedding ceremony. The ceremony would not have been the same without him as he added that special touch. Nigel was patient with us in deciding the choice of the songs and was very professional. Thank you Nigel, the bride and groom were so pleased and our guests really loved it and there was so much praise for how well you played. "

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"Andrew played at my wedding. He truly was brilliant and played beautifully. He made the day very special for us all x"

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"Bob, I Can't thank you enough for last night. Absolutely brilliant. ? Everyone commented how brilliant you were and how it just made the night ?"

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"Just returned from our honeymoon and wanted to thank you so much for your beautiful playing, which was thoroughly enjoyed by all. I would happily recommend you to others, once again many thanks for helping to create the most wonderful of days for us all!"

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"Last night was going off Freundlich und Kompetent with Emily Lopez and her band on their tour through Germany, and they got people singing and dancing. It was just a wonderful atmosphere! "

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"Nigel played for us when our guests were arriving at Huntsmill Farm. The weather was glorious and he was outside near the coffee van so our guest could have refreshments and listen to him play! He really added to the atmosphere of the day and set the scene for our wedding. "

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"We would like to say a huge thanks for making our day so special, having you sing on the day just made it extra special! The choice and tone of the songs was perfect and really set the atmosphere that we wanted. Everything on the day was unbelievable and a day we will never forget. Thanks Zoë for being a part of it!"

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"Booked Jess for my Dad's 60th birthday party. She worked with me to decide on the set list to include his favourites - would highly recommend!"

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"Gareth has an extraordinary talent as an accompanist and pianist - I have witnessed his playing over many months and as an accompanist, his sensitivity always ensures that the soloist is at the focus, and feedback from every performer confirms this. As a pianist, his repertoire is outstanding and Gareth has the ability to bring to each prelude or postlude a rare spiritual quality. Gareth is highly recommended for any church ceremony or service."

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