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"Excellent!!! Mark helped us plan the day thoroughly, he played music for the ceremony including learning the Jurassic Park theme tune!!!! He also played throughout our drinks reception and the in the church on site for a carol service. Amazing value for money and could not fault. Many thanks! A*"

Reply by Mark Burton - Wedding Organist / Pianist
Thank you for giving me such a fantastic review Charlotte. It really was a lovely Christmas Wedding at Hengrave, our collaboration for your Jurassic Park Theme worked a treat, I'm so pleased that everyone loved the music! The Carol Service in the chapel was indeed epic, I've never heard such hearty singing in there - wonderful stuff!!

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"My wife Lorraine and I celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary with a vow renewal ceremony at our small parish church. The organ was in need of maintenance so he brought his own keyboard and speaker system. We chose a range of music from contemporary melody to classical, and Mark fully demonstrated his versatility in his excellent performance, simulating piano, orchestral and organ as appropriate to great effect. He accompanied the hymn singing in a very accomplished way without dominating or following. He took a great effort to establish what we wanted in advance enabling him to fully complement what was for us and our guests a very intimate and unforgettable occasion. Mark proved to be very friendly and obliging and I would have no hesitation in recommending his services for any similar event."

Reply by Mark Burton - Wedding Organist / Pianist
Thank you Tim for taking the time to post your lovely review. The pleasure was all mine, and it was lovely to meet you both.

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"Mark, thank you so much for playing the organ at Christchurch for Amy's wedding on Saturday 5th November. The music sounded amazing from start to finish - so many of our guests commented on how brilliant you were. We loved your use of the keyboard for Amy's entrance 'A Thousand Years' which sounded so lovely on the piano. You certainly were the right man for the job, giving us help and advice in choosing the music, then visiting us at the church to see the organ and discuss the final musical details with us. Your music set the tone and atmosphere for the whole day. We have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone looking for a wedding musician, we now know why you are so highly rated on Last Minute Musicians! Christchurch, Swindon. 5th November 2016"

Reply by Mark Burton - Wedding Organist / Pianist
It was lovely to come to Christchurch in Swindon to play for Amy and Alistairs wedding. I enjoyed playing the organ there, and using my keyboard alongside the main organ to play piano music and MP3 recordings of Amy's deceased father Gary singing them down the isle for their Exit music. It was very special, what a fantastic voice Gary had! Thanks for choising me to play for you.

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"Gareth is ABSOLUTELY superb in every way. "

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" have know James Lloyd Thomas for nearly twenty years. James is a high-calibre musician, who is equally at home as an organist, choral director and orchestral conductor. He has rightly gained a reputation as an acclaimed performer and tutor, and I recommend him wholeheartedly for your event. "

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"We wanted some background music for our daughters Christening reception, having heard Mark play before, we knew he was what we was looking for. He was fantastic and really completed the mood, an amazingly talented very friendly man. Thank you Mark."

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"James was able, at short notice, to pull out all the stops when needed. I had a very quick, positive response to my request for booking his professional musical services. He was able to play both the organ and grand piano at St Paul's Bedford with soft, seemingly effortless quality which was very uplifting for the congregation. Five out of five. Thankyou, Adam B."

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"Michael played our wedding entrance and exit on the organ, all I can say is - WOW!! Michael is such a talented musician. It added the perfect sprinkle of tradition to our ceremony and something our guests are still talking about. Thank you so much Michael. "

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"We are still recovering from Saturday’s wedding but I wanted to thank you for all you did. The service was both happy and moving, the trio was brilliant and the secret performance is still being talked of. It was a truly wonderful day for us. "

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"Gareth is very responsible and always punctual. He is always willing to help, very committed and is able to give great advice on how to improve musically. We had a great time working with him. We really miss working with him and if anyone needs an accompanist, I highly recommend Gareth. Leo "

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"Mark played at our wedding ceremony in Cambridge. Despite some last minute issues with the chapel organ, Mark was very accommodating in proposing an alternative plan (bringing his own digital organ to the chapel). He was able to meet all of our song requests, and did a fantastic job on the day. The sound quality and playing made for a brilliant accompaniment to such a special moment. "

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"Ann’s contribution to our daughter’s wedding was so valuable. We had clear and professional communication throughout the entire process of obtaining a quote, booking and choosing the music. Ann was so flexible with the music choices and was entirely happy to learn some new Welsh tunes which meant a lot to us and some of our guests. The day was perfect and enhanced by the beautiful music that Ann played for us during the ceremony and the drinks reception. "

Reply by Ann Lombardi Music
Many thanks Helen. It was my pleasure.

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"Arrived well before time. Played excellent background music on piano and sax and was very responsive to requests on music and loudness. A very pleasant chap to work with. "

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

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"Hi - Gareth played for our wedding at very short notice. He met us for coffee to reassure us and discuss all the options. He was amazing from the get go - a consummate musician and a warm, friendly guy with a wicked sense of humour. After meeting him we were so relieved to have found him and sorted the music. He was totally professional and made our wedding ceremony a very special day to remember. All our guests commented on his virtuosity and sensitive playing as well as dragging the reluctant 'congregation' into singing the hymns powerfully and with an excellent pace. We truly recommend Gareth to any prospective wedding couples - what a guy ! Thanks G"

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"Thank you Mark for doing such a wonderful job playing for us on our wedding day at Brocket Hall, Hertfordshire. He played for us at our Wedding Drinks Reception and Wedding Breakfast on our venues own grand pianos he was truly marvellous, so many compliments came in about him too, such a nice, warm friendly gentleman. He plays wonderfully, allowing his music fluidity and space; his virtuoso outpourings are formidable he is truly excellent and I hope we have a chance to use him again, for anybody looking for a Pianist for their special event I highly recommend you book Mark."

Reply by Mark Burton - Wedding Organist / Pianist
Thank you for a lovely review Tola, it was a pleasure to play for you at Brocket Hall. It was a great day made even better by such a fabulous venue, and the Bechstein grand piano made my job even more enjoyable - this must be one of the best piano's I have played in a wedding venue. I look forward to returning and working with Claire and Alan again!

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