Review Centre: Pianists (Classical)

"David was a fantastic entertainer at our carol service. He was proactive in helping pull the event together and a brilliant host on the evening itself. His piano playing was excellent, and his introductions to each piece were engaging, warm and entertaining, adding real atmosphere to the event. I would wholeheartedly recommend him for any social or celebratory setting."

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"We spent a wonderful afternoon listening to these two highly skilled musicians - Corinne on wind and Haruko on piano. Their passion for music was so obvious and Corinne's commentary on the different pieces, and the five different instruments that she played, just added to the overall pleasure. Our audience demonstrated their appreciation with enthusiastic and elongated applause. Simply wonderful!"

Reply by Corinne du Jardin
Hi Lorna, Thank you so much for your lovely review of our concert. We so enjoyed playing for your audience and hope that we will be able to return to entertain them again sometime soon Apologies for the delay in replying. I’ve only just been notified of your review. Best wishes, Corinne (and Haruko)

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"Nigel played the piano on our wedding day on the 06/10/19 at Woughton House in Milton Keynes. He played from guest arrival right up until after the wedding breakfast . I can honestly say the day wouldn’t have been the same without Nigel playing beautifully on the piano. Very professional and helpful before and on the day. I would 100% recommend Nigel to anyone. "

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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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"Andrew played at our wedding, and he added a very special touch to our day. He was extremely professional & respected our requests. What an excellent pianist! We highly recommend him for any occasion."

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"Caroline's performance was the high point of our Schubertiad. She gave a fiercely intelligent and delicately beautiful interpretation of 5 impromptus and her account of the Sonata in A minor was masterly and elegant. I have worked with her on several occasions and found her to be thoroughly competent and reliable. Her personality is extremely agreeable and she quickly forms a rapport with her audiences who respond with warmth and appreciation."

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"We booked Tom to play at our wedding ceremony and he was absolutely brilliant. He learned a new piece for us to walk in to and played it beautifully. He was reliable and organised, turning up early and setting up without contacting us on the day (he probably realised we’d have enough to think about). We were so impressed and cannot thank him enough. He’s a total superstar, and we wholeheartedly recommend him! "

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"Louise played wonderfully for us at my wife's sixtieth birthday party, she learned Debussy for us, and Joe Hishaishi's beautiful music written for studio Ghibli movies. This was interspersed with other classics by Burt Bacharach, Simon and Garfunkel and many others. Everybody absolutely loved her work, especially my wife, as it made her birthday family gathering really special. Being the first time we had all got together in several years Louise's beautiful piano playing provided an emotional heart to the event. I'm so glad she could attend. Thank you Louise."

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"Sarah sang at our wedding ceremony and she was unbelievable. She was very organised and we arranged all the songs to sing pre- ceremeony. She even sang songs she had not sung before. She worked very hard to make our day special. I was also late coming down the aisle and cant thank her enough for finding more songs to sing. Her voice is just magical and my husband and all our guests were memorised by her voice. I cannot recommend Sarah enough and I would certainly use her again. "

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"Gareth - thank you for your amazing piano playing at the Petersham Hotel here tonight on New Yeat's Eve. You have an extraordinary talent and know every song, ballad and standard. Your stylish playing was just right to set the mood and as travellers to many world class hotels over far too many years (!) we have never heard a pianist of such versatility and flair. Do book this man for your function - he is absolutely superb. Thank you for making our evening - your music was thoroughly appreciated by all guests and diners."

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"Emily was amazing! She played at my fiancé's 30th birthday dinner. The whole group loved her! She was really easy to deal with before, during and after the event. Thank you so much. "

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""The Simon Quartet delighted a capacity audience at the first of our concerts at Lost Gardens of Heligan in January 2017. Mixing excellent originals by pianist Simon and saxophonist/flautist Sarah with a few well known standards - the quartet demonstrated their remarkable individual skills with a rock solid unity of purpose. Percussionist Keith and bassist James, a formidable rhythm section, also shone on some inventive solos. The SQ is certainly at the forefront of contemporary jazz ensembles in Cornwall, offering a special evening of accessible and rewarding jazz.""

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"Wow, you were amazing, everyone loved you and thought you were fantastic. Mike and I just want to say a massive thankyou, you really helped complete our special day and we are definitely making a cd from the list of music you emailed me so thanks for that. It was lovely meeting you and getting to hear your breathtaking music we highly recommended you to a few people who are also getting married!"

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"‘Alan kindly stepped in at the last minute to provide piano accompaniment for a silent film screening at a Conference. Despite the lack of preparation time, Alan used his knowledge and understanding to create an ideal soundtrack, incorporating appropriate themes and a traditional silent film score. It was a hugely successful event and in no small part to the performance of Alan.’"

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"Des, as always, was amazing. He played my chosen entrance music which is a intricate piece and topped it off by playing for me until I arrive - which was rather late! Thank you so much Des. "

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