" I can help you choose your Wedding music from a wide range of Standards, Pop, Jazz, Traditional and Classical melodies. Click to see current PLAYLIST of songs. If your special song is not there please ask and I will learn it! "

Stuart

The Ceremony

• Music as your guests arrive for the Ceremony
• The Ceremony (Bridal March, Wedding March, or your choice of Wedding music played on Piano or Organ).
• Choice of songs as you sign the register.
• Your choice of Wedding songs (Hymns) in the Church.

Drinks Reception

• A selection of songs from all Era's to create the perfect atmosphere for "meeting and greeting" .
• Guests special requests taken .

The Wedding Breakfast

• Live Music throughout the Meal
• All styles from Classical to Jazz and Pop.
• Song(s) of your selection played as you greet your guests as they enter the room to dine.
• Optional Vocals if required. Help choosing Wedding songs.

 

Testimonials

"...he created such a nice atmosphere with the wedding music."
Kelly Wilkinson (JUDGES ,TEESSIDE) July 2005

"...If you would like a reference, you can use our Wedding , the music was perfect, especially through our drinks party."

Michael and Claire (WALLINGTON HALL,NORTHUMBERLAND) Nov 2007

"... we loved the Piano "

Jeremy and Sally (RUDDING PARK, HARROGATE,YORKSHIRE) June 2008)

"... we didnt realise what a difference it would make with a Pianist

Sean and Angie ( PAXTON HOUSE, BERWICK UPON TWEED, SCOTLAND) June 2008

"...thank you for making our day so special."

Tommy and Angela Cheng (BEAMISH HALL, DURHAM) Oct 2007

"...the Piano sounded excellent"
Jane Gledhill (HORTON GRANGE ,NORTHUMBERLAND) August 2006

"... we loved the music ,it was a great atmosphere"

Danny and Haydee Villagomez( THE SUMMIT HOUSE,BREA, CALIFORNIA ,USA) April 2008 ( My Brother in laws Wedding!! )

"...thank you for playing at my daughters Wedding ,you were fantastic it really made the service wonderful.

Lauren Juliff (MATFEN HALL,NORTHUMBERLAND)August 2008

"...You made my daughters Wedding so special ,we felt like we were in some plush London Hotel,it really made the day even more wonderful and highly recomended,,

Mark Jones (Father of the Bride) RUSHPOOL HALL,NORTH YORKSHIRE August 2008

",,the Piano made the difference for the Ceremony and the Service.Many people commented on how it set the atmosphere for the afternoon,,

Chris Spraggon (HORTON GRANGE,NORTHUMBERLAND)August 2008

 

Stuart is based in the North of England, but travels all over the UK, including London and the South and also Europe .

To enquire about hiring Stuart as your Wedding Pianist you can contact him by EMAIL or by telephone on 0191 2645949.

Stuart appeared on the January/February Brides magazine Wedding cover CD as the recommended Pianist at Weddings for the North East Region .

 

Jazz Piano/ Trio

Stuart is also a renowned Jazz Pianist and can play a solo Jazz set if

required, or provide a Jazz trio including Piano/Vocals , Double Bass and Tenor Saxophone. This is proving a popular line up for a relaxed," laid back" atmosphere.. .

JAZZ TRIO SAMPLE

Dont Get Around Much Anymore

Skylark

Restaurant and Corporate Functions and Parties!

Stuart is also available to play at House, Birthday and Garden parties , as well as

Restaurant and Theme nights.

As well as Solo Piano , any line up from a Duo to a full Big Band !! can be booked .

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Current News Highlights

Apart from specialising in Weddings, Stuart plays many different types of engagements. Here is a sample :-

May

• 19 - -Stuarts Trio played a Jazz night at the SIDE CAFE ,( Newcastle upon Tyne), read the review HERE
• 6- - Appeared with Roger Tames on ITV "Soccer night" playing some football songs. (It was a bit of a laugh!!) Watch it on YouTube

June

• Stuart appeared in the North issue of "ACCENT " Magazine playing at The Cosmetic Dentist Function in Newcastle.
• 5th- - Woodcote Hall, Epsom," Derby Ball " sponsored by SKY TV.
• 14th - - Cherry Tree , Jesmond.
• 19th- - Playing for the "Celebrity Golf Tour" Cabaret at Carden Park, Cheshire
• 27th - - Proms in the park concert with " Chameleon" at West Wycombe park Buckinghamhire, with Kylie ( Kerry from Chameleon band )and Robbie tribute acts.

July

• 7th - - Last night at the Proms with the British Philharmonic Concert Orchestra at the Darlington Civic Theatre .
• 17th - - Playing with American Tuba player Joe Murphy at the Brass Festival , Durham . "Murphy and the loud horns".
• 24th- - Carden Park, Cheshire, with the" Celebrity Golf Tour"
• 25th - - Cherry Tree ,Jesmond
• Lots of Weddings this month!!

August

• 12th- - Edinbugh Festival with Jason Issacs
• 22nd- - Alnwick Garden " Tree house"
• Lots of Weddings this month also!

September

• 12- - With Paul Squire at Durham Gala Theatre
• 19- - Jason Issacs ,Charity Ball ,Hilton Hotel Gateshead.
• Another busy month for Weddings!

October

• 9--Celebrity Golf Tour, Forest of Arden Country Club
• 12- - With " Bobby Pattison and friends",Newcastle City Hall.
• 14-- With Matt Monro Jr (Newark ,Palace Theatre)
• 16-- Pianist at Lingfield Park opening (New Office complex ,Darlington) Alan Milburn MP and Lord Mayor of Darlington in attendance.
• 24 -- With Matt Monro Jr ,(Doncaster Civic Theatre)
• 30 -- Perdu, Newcastle Upon Tyne.
• 31 --Cherry Tree ,Jesmond.

November

• 8-- York Racecouse, Hunt Ball with Chameleon
• 16-- Fenwicks Tivoli Restaurant, Newcastle upon tyne, Jazz Trio Lunch. with Chameleon Trio (Public event)
• 18-- With Jason Issacs Hilton Hotel,Gateshead.
• 30-- With Ruth Lambert ,Jazz Trio Lunch at Fenwicks Tivoli Restaurant,(Public Event)

December

• 7-- Fenwicks Tivoli Restaurant, Newcastle upon tyne, Jazz Trio Lunch. with Chameleon Trio (Public event)
• Throughout this December 9 Christmas Party Nights at Wynyard Hall with Chameleon
• 19-- with Pete Brents "The Motown Show"
• 20-- with Pete Brents "The Motown Show"

 

 

 

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Stuart also works as a Musical Director for Tony Christie, playing on many TV shows, Tours and Festivals in the UK and Europe . Here is a clip from ,,,,

"Top of the Pops "

 

 

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Useful links

http://www.takingthepic.co.uk/

Wedding Photographer based in Newcastle upon tyne

 

http://www.blissweddings.com
To achieve wedded bliss, you first must plan for it.
A US based site nicely put together with lots of useful information no matter what your location.

www.asolohighlandpiper.co.uk

Bagpipe player North East England

http://www.weddings.co.uk
UK based directory of services.

http://www.business-directory-uk.co.uk
Comprehensive business directory, quick and easy to use.

http://www.weddingsday.co.uk

Various Wedding ideas from Music to Catering.

http://www.video4weddings.co.uk

Gateshead based Video company.

http://www.chameleon-music.com

Great North-East Wedding Band from Chart to Rat Pack!!

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