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"I have used Mark on numerous occasions for different events and I have always received glowing reports. Mark is very professional in his approach to every job and always delivers what is required. "

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"Mark played the organ for us at our church wedding this summer and he was absolutely perfect, we couldn't have asked for better. He was incredibly skilled and had lots of options available to make the old organ sound fantastic. He has an extensive repertoire and he helped us make our choices which went down very well; we had several guests who commented on the brilliant choices and the skilled playing. Mark was also a lovely, helpful person to work with and we couldn't recommend him more highly."

Reply by Mark Burton - Wedding Organist / Pianist
Thanks for your lovely feedback Sarah. I'm pleased that you were both happy with the music, even though the organ was very small with only one manual - and less than a dozen stops, the overall sound was good. It was lovely to meet you both, and work with you to make your wedding day special - thanks for choosing me!

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"Thank you so much for playing at my 21st afternoon tea birthday party. You really added that extra touch! I loved all the Disney songs, they were great!"

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"The pianist was incredible, great music choice, he also played the wishes of the guests. It appeared that the same pianist was playing at the event in 2019 when our Lab organised a workshop and dinner in Homerton."

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"Gareth is the most AMAZING musician who really made our Wedding day both at the church on the organ and throughout our reception on the piano. He played everything in every style that we asked for and was so friendly and accommodating. BOOK HIM ! You will not be disappointed :) A & M "

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"Gareth - thank you SO much for your playing at my dear late wife's memorial celebration service of thanks for her long, happy life. You were so kind and helpful with suggestions of hymns and the idea of 'panos angelicus' in the middle like a pause for thought and reflection worked so well. We were all stirred and strengthened by your rendition of 'Nimrod' at the conclusion and, as you saw - we all stayed right to the end before leaving St. John's ! Such a grand, celebratory and fitting closure for us. If anybody is reading this and looking for an organist I cannot - and I speak for all my family - recommend GARETH GILES highly enough Thank you again, sincerely"

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"Sebastian is a first rate musician of the highest calibre. He has played the organ for several of my choirs for which he has been outstanding, reliable, organised, easy to work with, prompt, communicative and always fully prepared. Sebastian has a professional consort of singers who are excellent and can be booked for church and corporate events. I would not hesitate to recommend his consort of singers, who can be booked through him, to anyone looking for a top notch choral group who are flexible with repertoire and extremely able to sing all genres to the highest standard. Sebastian has a deep knowledge of appropriate repertoire for a variety of church services and is always on hand to advise when needed. I fully commend Sebastian to anyone looking for a professional, highly skilled and reliable church musician who is equally at home conducting a choir or playing the organ for any church or corporate event."

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"Mark, thank you so much for doing a brilliant job playing the organ for our wedding at Queens. Our guests commented on how great the organ sounded and we loved hearing Bollywood love themes played on the organ, that must be a first! Highly recommended."

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"My husband and I are so fortunate to have had Mark be our pianist. He was incredibly friendly, knowledgable and flexible. He has a broad repertoire of music and was able to play all the songs we requested for our church ceremony without any issues. In addition, he was able to keep our guests hugely entertained whilst playing at our reception drinks. Would highly recommend him. "

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"Mark, thank you for making our evening so special at the Gilbert Scott. We loved your music - superb piano playing!"

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"Gareth - thank you for again demonstrating your amazing musicianship skills at the superb concert in Claygate the other week. This man has to be heard and seen to be believed ! Classical, show tunes , jazz, duets (with himself !) and virtuoso, colourful performances showing that this man is a true Master of his craft, equally at home on the ORGAN or the PIANO or in the case of one of his own arrangements, darting between the 2 with energy and an engaging enthusiasm for every genre of music. If you are looking for an Organist or Pianist or Accompanist for any occasion get in touch with Gareth - as has been said here before, he is the consummate musician. Thank you Gareth for sharing your art and music with so many. All the best from George."

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"Gareth could not have been more helpful and professional from our first 'planning' meeting to the very end of his entertaining playing at our reception. He certainly went the extra mile to make sure we had the music we wanted. He played the organ in the Church for the wedding ceremony and then rushed off to the reception and lunch venue to play the piano for our gathering guests. My husband is something of a jazz fan and so got on famously with Gareth and they both seemed to enjoy talking through the music we would have throughout the day - Gershwin, Stan Getz and lots in between. Having music at the reception was perfect - it wasn't at all 'wallpaper' but nor was it intrusive which is a very clever trick to pull off! It lifted the whole event to a new level. Thank you Gareth for helping to make our special day such a success - we were perhaps an unusual couple having a combined age over 150 but that didn't mean we were not keen to have lots of fun and smiles and the music was an important part of making this come true! Catherine Sacré Eassie 10/10"

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"After meeting Des at a wedding fayre we instantly fell in love with his music. When planning the music for our wedding day, Des was very professional, flexible and enthusiastic to play whichever songs we had chosen. Many of our guests commented on the lovely calm atmosphere at our wedding as a result of Des’ exemplary musical skills. Many thanks again. We would highly recommend Des!"

Reply by Des George - smooth piano plus
Thanks Rebecca, it was a pleasure!

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"Mark, thank you for playing the piano so beautifully last night, it was just perfect."

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"Thanks for your brilliant playing at our wedding Gareth. You were amazing and made our day :) Thanks for meeting us to talk it through and your sense of fun. OUTSTANDING musician !!!!!!!"

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