F.A.Q

How much do you cost?

The price varies upon location, length and date. Prices range from £1800 - £5000 (inc VAT). Enquiry with your event for an upfront quote.

How much of our wedding can you play?

I am very happy to play the ceremony, drinks reception, dinner, first dance and then 3 hours of high energy Piano Animal performance party music post first dance. Hiring me means your entire days music and entertainment is covered. I will only needs breaks around the speeches and one break during the party.

How many instruments do you play?

Four. Piano, Cello, Ukulele and Guitar. I offer all of these instruments for the ceremony and drinks reception. Many clients ask me to play the cello for the ceremony, particularly for entrances and registry signings, however, you are welcome to have any of these instruments for any song or piece of music. I really enjoy creating unique arrangements of popular songs. For the drinks reception I can play the guitar and ukulele as these fit well with the vibe and can be played in outdoor settings. Dinner onwards I start the Piano Man thing - engaging your guests, taking requests and singing, slowly raising the atmosphere leading to sing a longs and eventually and arm in arm dancing storm.

Additionally for ceremonies I’m happy to play church organs and to lead the hymns.

Do I need to hire in equipment?

For events in England and Wales I bring keyboard* in a piano shell, guitar, ukulele, cello, speakers, mics, lighting, and stage. I also provide post-it notes and pens for all the requesting. For events in Scotland, ROI, NI, and the rest of the world, keyboard, speakers, guitar and cello would need to be hired in.

*If the venue has a piano in it I can use it as a front to my keyboard, however for amplification and ease of movement purposes I prefer to always use my keyboard.

Will you travel overseas?

Yes. I love playing destination weddings and events, and have travelled as far as Australia, Texas, Malaysia and Sri Lanka, and of course all parts of Europe. My fee will cover transport and accommodation costs.

What other kind of events do you play?

Any event you can think of. Birthdays, Bar-Mitzvahs, Engagement parties, Awards ceremonies, Charity Events, Works parties, Christmas events, Festivals, Opening nights, Leaving do’s, House warmings, Boat parties, Sports events and everything else in-between. Bringing all the equipment for events in the England and Wales, I offer 3 hours of high-end piano music, suitable to fit the style of your event.

Can you play in our front room?

Yes. I’ve played in all different locations. From boats to front rooms, balconies to marquees, grand halls to gardens. I can create a set up to fill or fit into any space.

How many songs do you know?

Currently 1077. I’m very happy to add to this and learn new songs for any part of your event.

Can you help me with my speech?

Yes. I’ve often been asked to and am very happy to assist musically for speeches and special performances. Singing specially written or chosen songs, accompanying music for a speeches and for guest singers. I am happy to rehearse with friends and family if they want to perform something special for the day.

Can we hear a version of our unique first dance choice?

Yes. I am happy to record and send a version of your first dance for practise and to help decide. You’ll her examples of these on the Wedding Music page. The more ‘unusual’ and ‘unique’ the better. I can turn any style of song into a romantic first dance for you.

Can you play with other musicians?

Yes, I'm happy to play with together with other musicians. Sax players, drummers I've happily played alongside without need for prior rehearsal.

I’ve also included perfumes from brides and grooms who wanted to surprise their guest with their musical skills.

Our wedding is spread over different locations in the day. Can you move amongst them?

Yes. Most of all the weddings I do are set in around different locations. It takes me around 30 minutes to break down the current set up and be re set in the new. This is no problem and im happy to do this as many times as is needed. Generally there are 4 different spots.

What equipment do we need to hire in if our wedding is overseas?

PA system

2x  powered 'top' 12” or 15” speakers

1x powered 15” sub speaker (minimum).

Cabling to connect all the speakers 

No inbuilt speaker systems in venues. Must be stand alone units.

Keyboard with stand, sustain pedal and adjustable DRUM stool.

Keyboard must have 88 weighted keys.

Yamaha or Roland preferably. Please do check with me with the keyboard your audio company can supply.

Preferable keyboards:

Yamaha cp33

Yamaha p255

1x boom mic stand

2x DI boxes

I will provide:

mixing desk

Microphone

Ukulele

Kick pedal (for drum beat)

The cost of this depends on deliver costs and some companies insisting upon bring technicians (which isn’t necessary).

It is approx €500 - €1000