Review Centre: Pianists (Pop/Rock)

"I recently stumbled upon the music of Richard Ellis Hawley, a multi-genre musician who blends elements of multiple genres to create a unique and captivating sound. Their eclectic mix of styles keeps me on my toes, never quite knowing what to expect next. One moment I'm grooving to a funky bassline straight out of the 70s, the next I'm lost in a dreamy, ethereal electronic soundscape. Hawley seamlessly transitions between genres, weaving together influences from rock, hip-hop, jazz, classical, and everything in between. What sets Hawley apart is their masterful musicianship and ability to effortlessly switch between genres without missing a beat. Each track is a journey, taking the listener on a sonic adventure that keeps me coming back for more. Whether I'm in the mood for a high-energy dance track or a laid-back ballad, Hawley has something for every mood and occasion. Their music is a true testament to the power of genre-blending and showcases their versatility as a musician. Overall, I highly recommend checking out Hawley's music if you're looking for something fresh, and downright impressive. Their ability to fuse together multiple genres seamlessly is a testament to their talent and I can't wait to see what they come up with next."

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"We want to thank you for providing a wonderful service during our wedding day. The guests enjoyed the music played throughout the drinks reception and during the wedding breakfast. It was lovely to see our guests reactions when they recognised each song, and we really enjoyed the atmosphere created whilst you were playing the piano."

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"Robert was excellent, it was a pleasure to work with him. The playing complimented the evening perfectly and I received a number of compliments about the background music. He was very easy to work with and I would fully recommend his services to others who are planning events etc. Many thanks. "

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"Dom played our wedding and we could not be happier with the beautiful soundtrack he played for our special day. Dom learnt the song we wanted for our walk-out song, especially for us and even gave 3 Lions a go on the day by request! We really couldn’t have asked for any more and all of our guests commented on what a beautiful addition having him play was. We couldn’t recommend him more highly. Thank you for sharing our day and making it even more perfect."

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"Roger is a very talented violinist. Have heard him play on two occasions, quite magical!"

Reply by Roger Proctor - Piano and Violin
Dear Maryanne, thanks very much for your kind comments. I'm really glad you enjoyed my playing! 🎻 Roger

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"Thank you for playing happy birthday to me and for serenading us most of the night."

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"Chris played during the day of our wedding and he is simply brilliant. With Chris playing to our guests it made the day extra special and really added to the day. Thank you so much for coming me and Amy could not be happier. In the run-up it was a real pleasure to deal with Chris and made everything so easy All the best"

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"Miles was a fabulous addition to my party plans. He listened carefully to what I wanted during the event and truly delivered. His music was perfectly tuned for the event I wanted. He was polite, courteous and very responsive ."

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"From my first communication with Louise I knew she would be the perfect musician to book for our wedding on 10th September. Music is incredibly important to us and she exceeded expectations. We had our reception at The Italian Villa in Dorset and we wanted to add an Italian feeling in the gardens when our guests arrived and Louise create this atmosphere by playing the accordion for us. She is so talented and professional and it really made the afternoon so very special. All the guests commented on how wonderful the music was and I would love to book her again for another event in the future. I can't recommend her highly enough and her communication and quality service was impeccable from start to finish. Thank you for adding something so very special to our magical day. Love Nicola and Josh, aka Mr and Mrs. Harris, xx"

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"We booked Laura for our special day and she was absolutely wonderful. Laura was very punctual, very professional with a friendly touch. We made a request for Laura to play a specific song and she rehearsed and learnt it within a day or two and sent us an example. Our guests loved her playing the piano and it gave that special touch we wanted to the day. We would definitely recommend Laura she was an absolute pleasure to have at the wedding. Thank you!!!!! ??"

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"Christian was fantastic, such a talented pianist, nothing was too much trouble and our guests loved him! Would not hesitate in recommending Christian or booking him at future events!"

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"Nigel played on a grand piano at our wedding drinks reception at Shuttleworth House, Old Warden. Every piece played was beautiful and kept in with our theme. The music set a warm and joyful atmosphere on a very cold day. Nigel is very polite and made time to speak to guests after his performance. I highly recommend, it added a very special touch to our very special day. "

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"We were absolutely delighted with Nigel’s performance at our wedding at Rushton Hall. From the moment guests arrived to the final notes at the end of the wedding breakfast, his music brought warmth, elegance, and a truly personal touch to our day. Walking down the aisle to “Heaven” played live by Nigel was one of the most emotional moments of the ceremony. Nigel played “Came here for love” as our exit song and he timed it all just perfectly. During the reception and wedding breakfast, Nigel captured the mood perfectly, and tweaked the music to ensure the audience was consistently entertained. But what really blew everyone away was our reception walk-in as Nigel learned and performed “Chase the Sun” just for us, and it went down an absolute treat with our guests! The energy, the surprise, the joy, it was an unforgettable moment. Nigel was a dream to work with: professional, attentive, and genuinely passionate about making our day special. He took the time to understand our vision and went above and beyond to deliver it. If you're looking for a pianist who combines talent, heart, and a flair for being able to read his audience then Nigel should be your number one choice. We’re so grateful he was part of our celebration."

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"I hired Christa to accompany me for a wedding ceremony performance, alongside a 4 piece choir, string quartet and trumpeter. Christa was absolutely amazing on the day and a great help in the run up to the wedding. She is easy to communicate with and plays piano beautifully. Thanks Christa! "

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"Saint Avian were absolutely brilliant! Everything about working with them was such a pleasure. The requests we made during pre-production before the show were all taken on board, they were always happy to accommodate us, communication was easy and their performance on the day was a joy to listen to. They are both very talented, followed camera cues well and were enthusiastic about the production and a general joy to have around. We can't recommend them enough and we'd love to work with them again."

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