Review Centre: Organists

"Mark Burton is a fantastic musician and band leader (MD) I really enjoy watching him play and the sounds he creates "

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"Mark played the organ for us at our church wedding this summer and he was absolutely perfect, we couldn't have asked for better. He was incredibly skilled and had lots of options available to make the old organ sound fantastic. He has an extensive repertoire and he helped us make our choices which went down very well; we had several guests who commented on the brilliant choices and the skilled playing. Mark was also a lovely, helpful person to work with and we couldn't recommend him more highly."

Reply by Mark Burton - Wedding Organist / Pianist
Thanks for your lovely feedback Sarah. I'm pleased that you were both happy with the music, even though the organ was very small with only one manual - and less than a dozen stops, the overall sound was good. It was lovely to meet you both, and work with you to make your wedding day special - thanks for choosing me!

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"Gareth Giles is an amazing musician. Thank you for coming to our church and leading the hymnody with such musicality and regard for the liturgy within. Your idea to end the service by switching to the Piano and playing Debussy's 'Clair de Lune' was truly inspired. As the evening sun set and the evocative music filled our church there was not ONE whisper - every member sat riveted in their seats to this extraordinary musical treat. This was such a fitting end to the worship and I think a 'first' that all our members sat and listtened and applauded. Gareth is also an extremely nice person to work with - self-effacing, reserved, a wicked sense of humour but UTTERLY professional in every way. Anyone reading this should book him asap ! WONDERFUL. George "

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"Excellent pianist, able to play a wide variety of genres to suit all occasions. Played throughout our wedding ceremony and reception, and sounded fantastic in the venue. "

Reply by Mark Burton - Wedding Organist / Pianist
Thank you Kelly, I loved your wedding and the Barn it was held in. The acoustics were great for music too, good luck for the future.

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"Thank you for performing online shows, you’ve inspired me to do my own music in the community, I was just a church musician "

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"Thank you for playing the organ so brilliantly at our wedding on 24 September this year. Everyone said how well you played the hymns and the entry and recessional tunes were a triumph. Thank you so much."

Reply by Matt - Skilful Organist for Church Events
Some fantastic musical choices - I loved playing these. It was a memorable ceremony. No more excuses needed than to pull out all the stops for a wedding ceremony!

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"Laurence is a very talented and reliable pianist who we employ regularly on P&O Cruise Ferry contracts. We recommend him highly."

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"Sam played at my daughter’s wedding last week. His communication was excellent and he sent me hymn suggestions and always replied to texts and emails. He played wonderfully and was extremely accommodating to all requests. I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Sam who is a very talented and experienced organist. "

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"Dear Mark, we just wanted to say a massive thank you for doing such a brilliant job playing the organ at our wedding on 6th May. It was just brilliant and so many of our guests have commented on how good you were. You also did a brilliant job accompanying Chris singing, it was all just perfect! "

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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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"I just wanted to say a huge thank you from myself and Andrew for Saturday. I had so many guests saying how beautiful the music was and how good the song choices were, we couldn't agree more!! It was exactly as I imagined :). Honestly, thank you so much for being part of our day."

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"Mark played in the bar at the Christmas Ball at RAF Wyton. The music was great, he played lots of Christmas music as requested, and we had lots of positive feedback. This is the second time we had booked him, as he also played at our Summer Ball earlier in the year. Mark was very friendly, flexible, easy to book, and really added to the atmosphere. We would recommend!"

Reply by Mark Burton - Wedding Organist / Pianist
Thanks for your lovely review Alex, I had a great time too, and I look forward to the next one!

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"Gareth played for both our wedding service at the Church and then the reception. He took so much time consulting with us about suitable hymns and entry and exit music. We really enjoyed the 'Ave Maria' and Pachelbel Canon during the registers and felt like royalty when we went out to he Widor Toccata !! How you managed then to shift gear and be playing all those jazz standards on the grand piano at the hotel amazed everyone. You are an inspired musician and a lovely guy - thank you. Marc n Jo"

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"Mark, thank you so much for playing the organ so beautifully. We really loved both the musical renditions and the hymns you played. You're right it did sound magnificent on the new organ! Thanks again for all your help and support, you really helped make the day special and run smoothly!"

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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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