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Pianists in the South East

Book pianists anywhere in the South East

The South East covers a lot of ground, from Woking, Brighton, Chichester, Newbury, Westminster and High Wycombe. Our pianists travel right across the region, so wherever your wedding or event is, you'll find acts on this page who already know the venues, the roads and the local crowds. They're booked for ceremonies, drinks receptions and dinners.

Across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, East Sussex, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Kent, London, Oxfordshire, Surrey and West Sussex, the pianists listed here play ceremonies, drinks receptions and dinners. Use the area links lower down if you'd like a list narrowed to one part of the South East.

Venues across the South East that our acts know well include Royal Grammar School Guildford and Flimwell Park, Southend Barns and Englefield House, and Eltham Palace and Hedsor House. Every venue has its own space, power supply and finish time, and we'll check those with the act for you.

Across the South East you can choose from classical, jazz and pop pianists, and singing pianists. Most will take a few requests ahead of the day, and many can learn a special song if you ask.

Hireaband has been booking live entertainment since 1999. Every pianist listed here covers the South East, and travel and, where needed, a digital piano are included in the quote you receive. Use the instant quote button on this page to check prices and availability for your date.

At a glance:

  • Most pianists cost between £250 and £900
  • Travel and, where needed, a digital piano are included in the price you're quoted
  • One page covering every area of the South East
  • Popular acts book up early for busy dates, so enquire soon
  • A 14-day change-of-mind refund comes with every booking

Most acts perform two or three sets, with playlist music or a break in between. Share your running order when you enquire, including any special moments, and we'll build the quote around it.

Expect to pay from around £250 up to £900 or more for a larger line-up. The act, the date and your set times make the biggest difference. Every quote includes travel and, where needed, a digital piano, so nothing is added later.

Each act's page carries real video, audio, a song list and reviews from previous clients. A couple of clips will tell you far more about how an act works a room than any description can.

The instant quote button gives you a price and availability for your date straight away. From there, we manage the contract and deposit and keep you updated until the event. Every booking is covered by a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and there's an emergency contact line on the day in case anything needs sorting.

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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

David B - Jazz Pianist

A talented, professional solo musician from Brighton, bringing a touch of class to your event

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From £380

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

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

Jon Spanyol - Jazz & Classical Pianist

Ideal For A Wedding Reception Or Private Event.

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From £450

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Daniel Kay

Singer, Pianist, Guitarist - Multi Instrumentalist Entertainer For All Events

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From £645

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
Working with a budget?

Working with a budget?

We work with acts from £250 - £5,000+! We can certainly help you find the perfect entertainment that fits your style and budget - get in touch to get started.

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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 the South East 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 South East

Royal Grammar School Guildford

Royal Grammar School Guildford

An event inside a Tudor school on Guildford High Street, founded in 1509, with a Great Hall, a proper stage and an evening that begins early.

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Flimwell Park

Flimwell Park

A timber cathedral standing in 54 acres of ancient woodland near Ticehurst, built for celebrations that want trees, light and a great deal of space.

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Southend Barns

Southend Barns

Four restored barns, a secret garden and bell tents under the stars at Donnington, just outside Chichester. A warm, family-run place to marry.

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Englefield House

Englefield House

Englefield House at Theale is a Tudor house with glorious gardens and an evening that ends earlier than most.

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Eltham Palace

Eltham Palace

A moated medieval palace with a dazzling Art Deco house attached, Eltham Palace gives a London wedding a setting nothing in the city can match.

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Hedsor House

Hedsor House

Hedsor House is a Georgian mansion in 100 acres above the Thames at Taplow, yours alone for the day.

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Royal Ocean Racing Club

Royal Ocean Racing Club

High on Castle Hill in Cowes with the Solent laid out below, the Royal Ocean Racing Club offers sea views, its own bedrooms and a room that likes a party.

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Leeds Castle

Leeds Castle

Nine centuries of castle rising straight out of its moat near Maidstone, set in 500 acres of parkland, with a room for every size of wedding.

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Merriscourt

Merriscourt

Three linked Cotswold stone barns, a flower-filled courtyard and a lawn with 500 acres of Oxfordshire countryside, all yours near Chipping Norton.

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Hayling Island Sailing Club

Hayling Island Sailing Club

A sandy peninsula at the mouth of Chichester Harbour near Hayling, with balconies over the water, a private beach and evenings that run late.

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Bury Court Barn

Bury Court Barn

A converted oak-beamed barn with a walled garden and 15 bedrooms, tucked into the countryside at Bentley near Farnham, with a gallery for musicians.

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The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel

Eastbourne's White Palace, all pillars, chandeliers and sea air, where a ballroom with its own stage and dancefloor waits for the evening to start.

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