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Pianists in Bristol

Wedding and event pianists in Bristol

The sound of a live piano gives a wedding a touch of elegance. In Bristol, pianists play ceremonies, drinks receptions and wedding breakfasts, and some sing as well, bringing both background music and a few special moments.

Whether your wedding is near Bristol, Clifton and Portishead or further afield, the pianists here cover the whole of Bristol. Local venues include Clevedon Hall, Goldney Hall and Leigh Court, and it's worth checking with your venue where the music or entertainment will be set up. Other venues in the area include Aldwick Court Farm, Nailsea Tithe Barn and Barley Wood House, and each has its own venue page further down.

Pianists cover a range of styles. Some play instrumental sets of classical and contemporary pieces; others sing at the piano and can move from background music to a sing-along set later on.

Hireaband has booked wedding entertainment since 1999. Each pianist on this page travels to Bristol as standard, and the instant quote button shows prices and availability for your date without waiting for a reply.

The essentials:

  • Budget from around £250 to £900, depending on the act and the date
  • Book for the ceremony only, or for the ceremony, drinks and wedding breakfast
  • Popular dates go months in advance
  • Everything included is listed in your quote
  • Change your mind within 14 days and get a full refund

Some venues have a grand or upright piano that the pianist can use. Where there isn't one, most pianists bring a digital piano that sounds and plays like the real thing. Check with your venue, and tell us when you enquire.

Most pianist bookings fall between £250 and £900. A ceremony-only booking sits at the lower end, while a pianist covering the ceremony, drinks and wedding breakfast, or a singer-pianist playing into the evening, sits towards the upper end. The date and time of year make up the rest of the difference, so a weekday or winter date can cost less than a summer Saturday.

Each act's page carries real video and audio, a repertoire list and reviews from previous clients. Watching a couple of clips tells you far more than any description can, so it's worth listening before you choose.

Use the instant quote button on this page to see prices and availability for your date. Once you've chosen an act, we handle the contract, the deposit and the arrangements, and stay in touch through to the day. Every booking includes a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and an emergency contact line is available on the day if anything needs sorting quickly.

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Joe Penfold - Singer & Pianist

Joe Penfold - A Super Singer and Pianist Performing a Variety of Genres And Sing-along Hits

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From £545

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Lee Smallman

Talented & Flexible, A Musician For Every Event.

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From £330

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Piers Benjamin - Pianist & Singer

Ideal For Background Music Or Full Performance. Beautiful Vocals & The Finest Piano Playing.

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From £845

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Tom Alexander - Pianist

Jazz & Classic Pianist | Ideal For Receptions or Any Background Music

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From £315

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Michael R - Wedding & Event Pianist

Wedding & Event Pianist | Comes With Own Equipment If Required

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Dan Burnett - Piano Vocalist

Dan Burnett is one of the UK’s leading piano vocalists. It’s in his blood.

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From £495

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

FAQs

Usually the ceremony music, then background music during the drinks reception and wedding breakfast. Repertoire ranges from classical pieces to piano versions of pop, film and musical songs.

Some can. Singer-pianists add vocals for the aisle, the first dance or a sing-along set, and each act's page makes clear which they offer.

Most pianists bring a digital piano. If your venue in Bristol has its own piano, tell us and the pianist will check it's suitable.

Enough room for the piano and a stool, and a power socket for a digital piano. A space of around two by two metres is usually plenty.

Typically £250 to £900, depending on how long they play and the date. Your quote shows exactly what's included.

Most can, given enough notice. Mention it when you enquire.

Reviews

(5)

“Before the day I was able to speak to Tom directly about any requests I had and to iron out any details of the day. On the day itself Tom contacted me by phone to let me know he was set up which was a large weight off my mind . The quality of his performance was superb and we were able to tailor it to exactly what we wanted. Many friends and family have commented on how good the piano was and we would have no hesitations in recommending to all of our friends and family.”

(5)

“We've worked with Joe for over 2 years now and have seen him gone from strength to strength. He's reliable, works very hard and never lets us down. He's a great musician and genuinely lovely person.”

(5)

“Just a note to say thank you so much for friday night. You were brilliant, everyone loved the music, and the dancing!! It was such a fun evening, hope you did too even if you were working!Looking forward to booking you again...just need another excuse for a party!! In the meantime maybe see you at amuse bouche.”

(5)

“We were lucky enough to have Piers Benjamin play at our wedding. We gave him a few songs and the kind of vibe we wanted - then he did the rest. He was fantastic! He had our guests tapping their feet as they entered the venue, and greeted friends. He was the perfect person to set the mood for our wedding. Lots of our friends have commented on how he great he was what a quirky, unique vibe he lent to the occasion. So pleased we went with him and we will definitely use him again.”

(5)

“Joe has played for us 5 times now and never fails to disappoint. He adds a fun & classy atmosphere to our bar every time he plays and our customers come down especially to see him play. Would highly recommend!”

(5)

“Joe was a true professional and an amazing performer, he played background cocktail-esque music for an anniversary dinner at our golf club and we will be booking him again for our next dinner event.”

Local Venues in Bristol

Goldney Hall

Goldney Hall

A walled Georgian garden, a Grade I shell grotto and a glasshouse of a party room, hidden away high on Clifton Hill in the middle of Bristol.

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Barley Wood House

Barley Wood House

The old Hannah More house on the hill above Wrington, with Italian gardens, long Mendip views and the whole estate yours from Friday to Sunday.

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Old Down Manor

Old Down Manor

A chandelier-lit Victorian manor high above the Severn at Tockington, with 66 acres of gardens, parkland and estuary views to wander through.

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Manor Farm

Manor Farm

A working farm on the hillside between Bristol and Bath, with a 17th-century tythe barn, a courtyard and a paddock made for a marquee wedding.

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Aldwick Court Farm

Aldwick Court Farm

Say your vows among the vines at a family farm below the Mendips, with a 17th-century barn, 11 acres of vineyard and wine grown on the doorstep.

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Leigh Court

Leigh Court

A Palladian mansion in parkland on the Bristol side of the gorge, with a sweeping double staircase and a Great Hall you may know from the telly.

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Nailsea Tithe Barn

Nailsea Tithe Barn

A medieval stone barn beside the old church at Nailsea, beautifully restored as a blank canvas and waiting for you to make it entirely your own.

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Paintworks Event Space

Paintworks Event Space

An old paint factory on the Bath Road, reborn as the heart of creative Bristol, with a vast brick-and-stone hall and two courtyards to spill into.

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Clevedon Hall

Clevedon Hall

A Grade II* Victorian mansion in 12 acres just outside Bristol, where you take the whole house, the gardens and the private lake to yourselves.

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