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Pianist for Weddings

Perfect wedding pianist – music for your perfect day

If you are looking for a live pianist for weddings to provide music for your wedding or event, you will need someone who:

  • has lots of experience
  • can play to your guests with ease and style in moments of pressure
  • can read the energy and mood in the room and reflect it in the music
  • always has stamina and extra pieces ready in case of unexpected delays
  • can bring a digital piano and PA if needed
  • will always get there early with just the right equipment, every time
  • has public liability insurance and PAT tested equipment
  • will always be polite, professional and well dressed
  • knows where to go / what to do with minimum fuss on the day

In short, you need a professional you can trust, not an amateur you have to wonder about.  I have over 25 years pro-experience and can say yes to all of the above.

Avoid agency fees by booking me direct here.

“It was great to meet you and have you play at our party, you were fantastic and it made the day all the more special for us and our guests. Stu and I loved doing a quick number with you and I think that worked well too.

Not only are you an extremely talented musician, but your warm and friendly nature also contributed to making the day special. I really do hope we get the opportunity to have you play again.”

Tony Priddle

Client and professional singer

“We both wanted to say a big thank you for playing at our wedding. I remember arriving at the reception and hearing you play, it created a lovely atmosphere, you are very talented. My photographer and many guests said how amazing you were at playing.

We have our DVD back and there is a lovely piece of footage of you playing. Lee apologises for not being able to speak to you during the day but he was also blown away at how good you were. Thank you for letting me TRY and play your guitar I’m sure that will make for a good photo.”

Lisa and Lee

Newlyweds

Perfect Pianist for Weddings

Your wedding day is all about creating unforgettable memories, and the music should perfectly reflect that.

You could use my piano music to enhance every aspect of your wedding, from the wedding breakfast to the ceremony and reception. Whether you envision light jazz standards, cocktail music, or romantic love songs, I offer a range of piano styles that can set the perfect tone for your special day.

If your venue lacks a piano, I can bring my own Roland digital piano.  It is compact, elegantly designed, and one of the best-sounding instruments available. If you need amplification to ensure that the music reaches every corner of the room, I can provide that as well. Rest assured, all my equipment is fully insured and PAT tested for safety.

If you’re looking for a musician with a lifetime of dedication and experience, I’m here to meet your needs. I’ve been playing piano since childhood, starting with lessons from my mother, a Classical Pianist.

I was performing piano for weddings and in hotels and restaurants from the age of 16 (many years ago!). My career includes extensive session work for bands and studios, along with formal studies in Jazz Piano at Bath Spa University.

You need a beautiful and unique soundscape for your event, and my piano music can provide just that. While jazz standards are my specialty, I’m happy to learn specific songs to make your event exactly as you envision.

Whether you’re planning a wedding, party, or corporate function, I offer tailored performances to create an unforgettable atmosphere for your special occasion.

“Thank you so much for playing at our wedding – it was just what we were looking for.

Throughout the evening I kept thinking to myself how lovely the music was and how nice it was not to have to shout above it, as we would have had to do if we’d had a disco or DJ.

I have also been really impressed with your professionalism throughout – from the initial booking, through to you actually playing.

I would thoroughly recommend you to anyone and everyone.”

Carolyn

Bride

“Just wanted to send you an email to say thank you so much for everything you did for us on our wedding day. Our guests were very impressed with you, especially the mother of the groom who is still raving about how wonderful your playing was.

Thank you also for playing Gabriel when I walked down the aisle that really did make it so memorable and something I will cherish forever. I am so sorry that I never got chance to speak to you and also I don’t know whether anyone sorted you out with champagne and canapés, I had arranged this for you but with the time running out I’m sorry I didn’t get to you.

Thank you again for helping to make our day so special. ”

Pip

Bride

Pianist For Weddings – Ceremonies & Receptions

As a professional pianist for weddings I play a wide variety of music.  From timeless classics to modern hits – to create a very stylish atmosphere. If you love early Jazz and songs by masters such as Duke Ellington, Irving Berlin, Nat King Cole and G&I Gershwin to name a few then I can play you many romantic favourites to recapture this genre of music.

I also play some more modern songs and am happy to learn pieces on request.  Please see ‘Popular Wedding Packages’ for details.

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Jon Pickard at piano in evening venue

Evening Jazz – Live Piano Restaurant Music

Not just a pianist for weddings!  For an unforgettable evening of live piano playing timeless Jazz classics please get in touch for a chat and a free quote.  If your event needs music for a long time period then why not have me play both piano and guitar at different times?

This adds a real change of mood and keep the party fresher than just having the same instrument for the whole time.

My musical offerings include

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Albums / CDs

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Most Popular Wedding Musician Packages

These are just suggestions and we can always alter anything you want.

For individual requirements let's have a conversation.

All packages include:

  • Travel within 30 miles of BA100AF postcode, then 45p per extra mile for the return journey.
  • Amplification included if required (power socket required)
  • Either Guitar or Piano (1 instrument) - add £80 if you require both Guitar AND Piano (2 instruments)
  • Any music choices from my published playlists
  • Unlimited communications during planning, to ensure we get it just right.
  • Fully insured and PAT tested, certificates on request.