Review Centre: Accompanists

"Great repertoire - thank you for helping make the day so special, Adam!"

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"Although a relatively late decision to get a guitarist, we were so incredibly happy that Duncan was able to come and play for our ceremony and drinks reception. The acoustic guitar created such an incredible ambiance for the ceremony itself and his song choice and playing was spot on throughout with some old favourites as well as new songs which everyone was able to recognise and enjoy. It added to the enjoyment of our day so much and a special thank you to Duncan for helping make it so special! Would definitely recommend Duncan for any event!"

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"I cannot praise GARETH GILES highly enough. Gareth gave me 3 lessons before my piano diploma and was over generous with his time and possibly praise !! However I have passed my diploma and know that this was largely down to Gareth's outstanding musicality, passionate approach and that uncanny ability to teach a person without them realising they are being taught !! Although I have been a teacher for many years and a pianist for many more (!) Gareth's wit, brilliance and viewpoint in the demonstrations and pragmatic suggestions gave me a totally fresh insight with regard to my pieces and their harmonic and melodic structures as well as helping me be self- analytical about fingering techniques, subtleties of pedalling and other performing pointers. His acute awareness of rhythm is something else- wow I did not know I was missing so many fractions of beats !!! Not only was my performing confidence increased by Gareth's innate musicality and infectious love of music but - and with his kind permission (thanks G) - I have adopted many of his approaches in my own teaching with stunning results Gareth thank you for all you have shown me and the rewards I reap now and will always remember in the future . If you can - for the demand must be huge - engage this engaging (!) energetic enthusiastic genius... YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED !"

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"Simply stunning! Cannot recommend highly enough!"

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"Gareth played for my wedding at very short notice. He is very professional, easy to work with and an excellent organ player. He played some difficult organ music, accompanied a singer and also learnt a piece of music for me at about 48 hours notice then played it brilliantly. Guests at the wedding commented on how good his organ playing was. Highly recommended!"

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"I just wanted to say a huge thank you for the music at our wedding. We both loved what you played, and I’ve had so many guests tell me that it really made the drinks reception special."

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"We were delighted with your vocal performance and everything ran very smoothly. Our Customers gave us great feedback too! Your singing added a wonderful festive atmosphere to our event which was just what we had wanted."

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"Ben has a fantastic presence and knows how to get a crowd up and dancing. He keeps the crowd laughing and has a great voice. Highly recommended! 5*"

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"We both wanted to email you as we didn't have a chance to talk to you yesterday. But wow - your piano music made the ceremony for us. It was truly beautiful and so, so professional. Thank you so much. Everyone commented on how lovely it was and it was the icing on the cake. We cannot thank you enough. Amazing! Very best wishes, The new Mr & Mrs Willis!"

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"...would just like to say how absolutely wonderful Becky was. Family, friends and Celebrant were equally enthralled ... commenting how beautiful Becky's performance was. Becky's soulful, yet pure voice complemented my Sister's funeral service perfectly. Despite the short notice on my behalf (a different soloist had let me down) Becky did a wonderful job of interpreting my sisters favorite songs beautifully, using both acoustic guitar and violin... and my goodness Becky's voice is just heavenly. I genuinely couldn't have asked for a more perfect final farewell for my beloved sister who loved music so much. Thank you so very much to both Becky (such a wonderful talent) and Sarah-Jane (for helping to make the whole process so easy and simple), you both made a day that I had dreaded so very beautiful and memorable... thank you xx"

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"From start to end this was a very stress free and enjoyable process that had the potential to be the opposite! We were able to move quickly and get things sorted in a matter of days. On the night, Huw was a dream. Everything went smoothly and his performance was incredible. He was prepped with my lyric choices and how to play the song. We loved every minute. Thank you Huw!"

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"Gareth transposed/re-arranged/jazzed up some music for me to play in a soul band at very short notice. The music he produced was spot on despite having no knowledge of the band or how they played - amazing! Thank you."

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"GARETH GILES helped me out of a terrible hole when my regular accompanist fell ill. WIth less than 1 week's notice (!!!!) he fitted una rehearsal AND was able to play 21 pieces for a recital for me. We did NOT need the 2nd rehearsal such is the sensitivity, versatility and telepathic and communicative nature of Gareth's playing. He is a true professional but laid back, INCREDIBLY WITTY and easy to work with. Gareth played everything from oratorio arias and lieder to COLE PORTER, KURT WEIL and GEORGE GERSHWIN, STEPHEN SONDHEIM - you name it he either: Knows it Sight Reads it (!) Transposes it Adapts it to suit stroppy singers (!!) Improvises missing bits or fillers He also adds fantastic fills in the lighter numbers as well as appropriately styled ornamentation in the more classical repertoire He is EASILY the best accompanist I have ever worked with and totally adaptable I THOROUGHLY recommend Gareth as a vocal,choral and instrumental accompanist G - thank you so much for not only saving but making the recital Kat"

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"As The Entertainment Manager of the Apple and Parrot Taunton I can say that Grouvecat is one of the best acts we can provide on Friday nights. Black Friday is the busiest night of the year and we couldn't have had a better act performing. He's great with the crowd and is bursting at the seams with energy and musical talent. I strongly recommend either booking him or watching perform!"

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"Joe is an unbelievably good singer! First of all his voice is so outstanding you start thinking he is a famous singer who decided to give away his vocals almost free. Second, he sings all notes right since first take so you save your time on further corrections of vocals. And he brings the soul in"

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