Review Centre: Pianists (Jazz)

"Pure Elegance at the Keys We couldn’t have chosen a more perfect pianist for our wedding day. From the very beginning, Matt was professional, accommodating, and genuinely invested in making our day special. The music created such a beautiful and romantic atmosphere, especially during the ceremony—it truly made the moment feel magical. Every piece was played flawlessly, with so much emotion and elegance, and it added something really unforgettable to the day. Matt was also more than happy to learn specific songs we requested, which made everything feel even more personal. So many of our guests commented on how incredible the music was! If you’re looking for someone talented, reliable, and able to create a truly special atmosphere, I would highly recommend Piano Matt. He was a huge part of what made our wedding day so memorable. Thank you so much from Shabnam & Christopher"

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"Robert and Fiona were not only full professionals they were fantastic musicians who took all our guests through the repertoire of jazz and contemporary music. Robert is a master of the piano who is able to exude an effortless poise with his fingers. The grand piano merely aided his talents. Coupled with the vivacious voice of Fiona well like us all your in for a treat. Thank you for making our Xmas event a lasting event. Waiting for the next gig! "

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"We really enjoyed having Greg perform at our restaurant. He created the perfect vibe for our guests and we received so many compliments. We'll definitely have him back - thank you!"

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"Thank you for making our day so beautiful! Your music made such a difference to our ceremony and drinks reception – in ALL the right ways. Big love from us two! 😍🥰🥳💍"

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"We hired Emily to play at my partner’s 70th birthday garden party. She was wonderful. All the guests loved her set and her sensitive playing. Not only is she an excellent musician, but, equally, she is professional, relational and committed. The booking arrangements beforehand were easy to make, and she could not have been more helpful. She chose songs which meant something to us and took on extra suggestions. We wanted her to accompany a cellist friend for one of the songs. This was done to great effect and was deeply moving. We appreciated Emily’s calm competence, which was greatly reassuring and helped us to fully enjoy the whole event. I highly recommend her."

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"Mark J stepped in yesterday on the day of our wedding when storm darragh caused the musician for our ceremony to cancel. After a short discussion he picked up on what we wanted for the ceremony and drink reception. The guests remarked to me how good he was and he captured the atmosphere we wanted perfectly. We are so grateful to Jodie for coming in the storm to play for us, it really was beautiful music."

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"From the moment Sarah-Jane helped us to find the right musician, everything went perfectly! We had found it a bit difficult to navigate the massive choice on the website! So we really needed her expertise. In particular, she helped us to understand that a keyboard player would be better than a guitar player for what we wanted. I really appreciated the follow-up timing - well judged and helped me feel secure that everything was under control. On the day, Adam was perfect!! My father absolutely loved the music and the way that Adam played in a relaxed style. It was just his "sort of music". A very big thank you."

Reply by Adam (Cocktail Pianist)
Thanks Fiona; it was a pleasure to play. Glad you all enjoyed it! Adam

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"We have just about recovered from Sunday and want to say a HUGE thank you to you - the vibes were perfect and everyone had so much fun. We’d recommend you to anyone, thanks so much - hope you had fun! Best wishes Emma & Sam"

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"The music was perfect and set the scene beautifully. In fact, some of the guests said to me after how beautiful it was and loved the song choices you'd played. It was really appreciated and was a lovely touch to our day."

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"Laura played beautifully for our bridal store launch evening. Would definitely recommend ."

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"I just wanted to thank you so much for yesterday. You were brilliant! Great choice of music, all ran like clockwork and we had a great time, as did all the guests I believe!! 6pm finish was fine in the end. We certainly ended on a high!. Hope you made it to Leeds in time! Many thanks once again."

Reply by Adam (Cocktail Pianist)
Thanks for having me Sally, it was a pleasure to play & hope to do it again! Adam

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"Venezuelan soprano Sofia slipped in, in splendidly soulful isolation, in sleepy-slinky Barnes. Sofia’s charm comes from an ability to engage with her audience with vivacity, a slow waving of the arms or a thumbs-up cheekily pepping things up. This was a two-way process, for the audience, although in their own homes, were there via a livestream chat facility, commenting, praising and importantly requesting numbers. What were requested? Jazz standards, show numbers and some current pieces rubbed shoulders with languid classics sung in French or torrid numbers in her native Spanish. The jazz standards were impressively and beautifully sung. Cole Porter’s 1944 classic, Ev’ry Time We Say Goodbye and Meredith Willson’s 1950 show tune ‘Til There Was You, had just the right balance of poignancy and warmth of these post-war nostalgic gentle pieces. The mood changes, but not the sincerity of the singing, with the traditional folk song, The House of the Rising Sun, retaining the blues feel of a song that became the “first folk rock hit”. Then, we were transported to the late sixties with the Aretha Franklin version of I Say a Little Prayer For You. Her skill in Latin American music was epitomised by the famous bolero, written by Mexican songwriter Consuelo Velázquez, Bésame Mucho. Sofia’s soft but passionate treatment of the lyrics harked back to the dreamy sensuality of the 1940 original. I expect many of her fans were responding by blowing her lots of kisses. Nevertheless, it was not in a Spanish song that Sofia excelled, but in French. Of course, it had to be Edith Piaf’s immortalised song to love, La Vie en Rose. Perfectly rendered, both in words and music, and fervent in its performance, she expressed exactly the powered of infatuated love. Great stuff, and good to see today’s vie en rose. In these straightened times, we all need occasionally to see the world through rose-tinted spectacles. "

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""Alan was a valuable and very pleasant addition to our Masonic Centenary Dinner and Dance at the Royal Maritime Club Portsmouth. His varied repertoire of popular music enhanced the ambience of our meal resulting in much admiration from our members. His admirable performance will no doubt lead to other bookings later on" "

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"Thank you Mark for playing at my parents anniversary party. The music you played suited the occasion perfectly and my parents were delighted with the rendition of their song. Thank you for being both professional and personal. I would recommend you 100%."

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"Robert played a lovely selection of music - some of our choosing, some of his and some of the residents' requests. Most popular with the older people were his medley of war-time songs and some Frank Sinatra tunes whereas we marginally younger folk enjoyed the Beatles medley. The organ concert made a very pleasant occupation for a cold, early-winter afternoon. We would highly recommend Robert Baker for such a function and maybe next time we'll invite his wife along to come and sing with/for the residents, too. "

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