Review Centre: Pianists & Keyboardists

"We hired a really nice barn restaurant for my dad's 70th and Bradley brought his portable piano along and played some of my dad's favourites as well as some classics from Bradley's repertoire. It was a great night, thanks to the brilliant music - cheers, Rob!"

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"Chris contacted me ahead in order that we could map out the nature of the session; he was calm and flexible in enabling us to manage the presentation session. We identified a specific song that he prepared ahead and when I mentioned another on the day he was able to find and sight-read with ease and competence. He was really easy to work with and the quality of the music throughout the session was excellent and his choices to reflect the mood, spot-on. It provided just perfect backdrop for an event that was reflective of someone who could just sit down at a piano and make magic - thank you SO much, Chris. "

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"Vicki beautifully set the mood with her sensitive playing. She played beautifully for almost four hours. Timeless classics intermingled seamlessly with more modern popular pieces. She was charming throughout the evening. A pleasure to arrange for her to play. She stood in after I was let down, but so professional. Brilliant playing. Vicki created the perfect ambience for the evening. Many guests commented on her excellent performance and charming manner. I strongly recommend Vicki for any function. She has a great range of music which she plays effortlessly. "

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"I can't recommend Mark enough. From the first time we spoke he has been a consummate professional. Mark's organ and piano playing are second to none and made our wedding day at Hengrave Hall even more special. We originally booked Mark for the Church Service, however after talking to him on the phone and hearing his passion and flare we booked him to play the piano during our wedding breakfast too. Mark is flexible, accommodating and has ideas that spark your imagination! We even had Metallica's Nothing Else Matters on the piano at one point - amazing! Thank you ever so much Mark! We will be using you again."

Reply by Mark Burton - Wedding Organist / Pianist
Thank you Mr and Mrs Titmarsh, it was an honour to play for your wedding! I'm so pleased that you all had a great day, I really enjoyed playing for you and helping to enhance the grand setting of Hengrave Hall. It was lovely working with you both, discussing and choosing the music in the run up - your mum was also a great help in organising the music. I look forward to seeing you again in the future.

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"Thanks again for playing at the wedding. The music was really fantastic and really made the wedding breakfast extra special."

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"Francesca performed at one of our events and was amazing, people walking passed stopped to come into the event as they had heard her singing outside, her voice made the hairs stand up on the back of our necks it was just beautiful"

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"When Len Crawley is not wearing his other cap as one-quarter of the Barron Knights he provides a terrific night of entertainment with his one-man show. Len certainly knows his stuff. He started playing music when he was still at school beginning as a drummer and progressing to keyboards and has some fabulous stories to tell about his early days in the music business, working with Tom Jones, Elton John and a little-known band in the early sixties called the Beatles! At the Royal British Legion club they love Len for his well-chosen mix of glorious instrumentals, great melodies from the American Songbook and lively dance numbers. Handling everything with consummate ease Len has a relaxed, laid-back style that appeals to regulars at this Potters Bar venue who invite him back time after time. Len eased into his show with a beautiful rendition of the haunting instrumental Cavatina and a jazzy working of George Shearing's Lullaby Of Birdland. Songs made famous by Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, Nat 'King' Cole and Tony Bennett followed and they attracted the dancers indicating that Len knows his audiences well and has a clear idea what type of material will fill the dancefloor. I liked the way he slotted in instrumentals like Booker T's "Green Onions", the theme from "Midnight Cowboy", and Percy Faith's "Theme From A Summer Place" to break up nicely the vocal numbers and it appeared there was no end to Len's talents as he demonstrated his highly skilled harmonica playing in songs like "Isn't She Lovely". Unlike some performers, Len was happy to cater for all requests and he made one Sally present a very happy lady with a surprisingly rocking version of Eric Clapton's "Lay Down Sally" and two of Buddy Holly's hits, "Raining In My Heart" and "True Love Ways" were particularly well received, as was the reggae number, "Kingston Town" (complete with steel drum effects) and the uptempo Van Morrison hit "Bright Side Of The Road". Other high spots for me were a lovely mix of Booker T's "Soul Limbo" plus "Yellow Bird" and the subtle interpretation of the Adele/Bob Dylan hit "Make You Feel My Love", in which he showed the quality of his soothing voice. Just one suggestion Len - it would be nice to hear some of those anecdotes during the show. Len Crawley is the ideal one-man band and club organisers and people booking private parties would do well to snap him up. "

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"Thank you for the wonderful music that you played at our wedding, your choice of pieces was perfect and we all really enjoyed listening to you."

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"Good songs, very calm and nice for listen, nice for my ears. I enjoy it. "

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"Stephen was absolutely first class ! His communication was excellent and above all his music was perfect. He played at a wake for us ( probably something he doesn’t get asked to do too often!) and he created a wonderful atmosphere. Everyone said how good he was and he helped us through a difficult day. I cannot thank him enough. If you need a pianist book this lovely man . Thank you Stephen! "

Reply by Stephen Guy Daltry
Dear Tracy Thanks so much for your review, I was honoured to play piano for your mother's wake, very best wishes Stephen.

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"I had Jan at my 30th birthday party and he was fantastic!! everyone was up dancing from start to finish and enjoying themselves.. Jan is a lovely guy and I will defo recommend him and will defo be booking him again for another party ?? Thanks again Jan ?"

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"Stunning and uplifting, just perfect, just perfect !"

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"Elliot was fantastic to have at our outdoor wedding ceremony. He played and sang beautifully, and was completely professional and courteous. His performance helped to create a wonderful atmosphere for our very special event, and we would absolutely hire him again!"

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"This guy is so talented I'd recommend him in a heartbeat!"

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"Hi Sam! I just want to say a massive massive thank you for playing at our wedding on Saturday! Every single person came to us on the day and afterwards and has commented on how beautiful the music was and how much it made the day extra special! It was honestly the best thing we did for the wedding finding you! Absolutely loved it!! Everyone loved the jaws part as well hahaha! 😂 I bet you thought we was cracker for that so thank you haha! You are one of the kindest people we have met as well and through planning the wedding you’ve helped advise us with other things! A massive massive thank you again!!!! All our love! Naomi and Toby!xxx"

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