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Pianists in Middlesbrough

Hire a pianist in Middlesbrough

The sound of a live piano gives a wedding a touch of elegance. In Middlesbrough, 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 Middlesbrough and Stockton-on-Tees or further afield, the pianists here cover the whole of Middlesbrough. Local venues include Crathorne Hall, Hardwick Hall, Sedgefield and Middlesbrough Town Hall, and it's worth checking with your venue where the music or entertainment will be set up. Other venues in the area include Rushpool Hall, Gisborough Hall and Solberge Hall, and each has its own venue page further down.

The piano suits almost every part of the day. Classical pieces work beautifully for a ceremony, light jazz and film themes for a drinks reception, and piano versions of pop songs keep a wedding breakfast relaxed.

Since 1999, Hireaband has matched couples with live entertainment for their wedding day. The pianists listed here all travel to Middlesbrough, and the instant quote button shows pricing and availability in a few seconds.

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.

Prices usually start from around £250 and go up to £900 or so. 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. Your quote shows the full price for your date, so you can compare acts on the same basis.

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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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

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 Middlesbrough 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)

“Lee was great. He arrived early and played later than we had booked him for. Nothing was a problem for him. He is an incredibly talented pianist with a very wide repertoire. Our guests loved him. Thank you.”

(5)

“Lee Smallman is a good musician and has a wide repertoire. His manner helped to create a convivial atmosphere. It was evident from the start that he drew on considerable experience, despite his youthfulness. Everyone at the party found him and his playing delightful.”

(5)

“Joe was perfect for our wedding. He played and sang beautifully both during the reception and for 3 hours during the reception dinner and after-party. He made our day even more special. My family kept him busy all night making all kinds of song requests and he played them all! Booking him again for my mum's birthday party next year.”

(5)

“Alan Ryden was fantastic at our ceremony and drinks reception! We could not have asked for better, amazing pianist and singer and played anything we asked. All our guests loved him!”

(5)

“Alan was fantastic, he played 3 sets with the middle one being Elton John which was fabulous. He read the crowd and knew exactly what would get everyone going. We had a mixed age range and everyone loved it. Highly recommend Alan for any party.
Thanks to the team at Hire a Band for organising everything for us.”

(5)

“Thanks so much to Alan for another fantastic performance! He got everyone dancing and made the party so memorable. Appreciate all the support from the Hireaband team in the lead up to the event too - you made everything super easy. Fabulous!”

Local Venues in Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough Town Hall

Middlesbrough Town Hall

A Victorian civic landmark on Albert Road with its own weddings and receptions programme, from an intimate ceremony to a 350-guest reception.

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Acklam Hall

Acklam Hall

Built in 1683 and the only Grade I listed building in Middlesbrough, restored in 2016 and voted the region’s most romantic wedding venue of all.

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Wynyard Hall

Wynyard Hall

Gilded state rooms, a marble chapel and a terrace above the lake, on a 400-acre County Durham estate that was built expressly for entertaining.

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Gisborough Hall

Gisborough Hall

A romantic country house on the edge of the North York Moors, with a chandeliered ballroom, a bright glass house and the rose gardens just beyond.

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Rushpool Hall

Rushpool Hall

An ironmaster’s mansion of Cleveland stone above Saltburn, now given over entirely to weddings, with woodland, coast and 18 bedrooms of its own.

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Judges Country House Hotel

Judges Country House Hotel

A Victorian country house set in 22 acres of private gardens near Yarm, with a self-contained courtyard suite converted from the old stables.

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Crathorne Hall

Crathorne Hall

An Edwardian country house above the Leven Valley near Yarm, with carved ceilings, marble fireplaces and 37 bedrooms for guests staying over.

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Hardwick Hall, Sedgefield

Hardwick Hall, Sedgefield

A country hotel beside the restored 18th-century landscape of Hardwick Park, with lakeside views and a marquee for the largest celebrations.

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Solberge Hall

Solberge Hall

A Georgian mansion on its own estate between Thirsk and Northallerton, with a glazed Vinery looking out towards the distant Hambleton Hills.

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