Gail (Pianist) Versatile functions pianist/accompanist!

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Price Guide

The guide prices below are for events within 20 miles of Saffron Walden, Essex. Outside this area extra travel expenses will apply. Please get in touch for an accurate quote.
1 hour: £160
2 x 45 minute sets: £225
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About / Biography

I started playing at 4 years old, studied music at Manchester University (1977-1980), graduating with a degree in Music (Mus.B with Hons). Piano tutors included Gordon Fergus Thompson, Peter Donohoe and Kathleen Parry Jones. I also hold the Diploma in Accompaniment from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama (1981) for which I studied with Clifton Helliwell, ex-head of Keyboard Studies, Royal Northern College of Music.

From 1980 I’ve worked as a freelance pianist, accompanist and rehearsal pianist, specialising in working for ballet classes, musical theatre, functions/events, period dance events (I also play harpsichord), opera and choral music.

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Location

Based in Saffron Walden, Essex

Will travel up to 250 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 250 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 20 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

Selections from:

Les Mis

Gershwin

The Beatles

Classic musicals

Never Enough from The Greatest Showman (Benj Pasek)

A Million Dreams from The Greatest Showman (Benj Pasek)

A Thousand Years (Cristina Perri)

River Flows in You (Yoruma)

Memories (Maroon 5)

Can't Help Falling In Love With You (Elvis)

Always Remember Us This Way from A Star Is Born (Lady Gaga)

Le Onde (Einaudi)

I Giorni (Einaudi)

Wildest Dreams (Taylor Swift)

Let It Go from Frozen (Anderson-Lopez)

Cinema Paradiso (Ennior Morricone)

Beautiful In White (Westlife)

Marry You (Bruno Mars)

Paradise (Coldplay)

Kiss From A Rose (Seal)

All Of Me (Jon Legend)

Truly, Madly, Deeply (Savage Garden)

Angels (Robbie Williams)

Skyfall (Adele)

Begin The Beguine (Cole Porter)

Night and Day (Cole Porter)

In The Still Of The Night (Cole Porter)

Raining In My Heart (Buddy Holly)

Life On Mars (David Bowie)

Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (Elton John)

Song For Guy (Elton John)

Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word (Elton John)

Memory (Cats)

You’ve Got A Friend (Carol King)

Harlem Nocturne (Earle Hagen)

You’re A Lady (Peter Skellern)

Total Eclipse Of The Heart (Bonnie Tyler)

Misty (Errol Garner)

Nobody Does It Better (Marvin Hamlisch)

Alleluia (Leonard Cohen)

My Heart Will Go On (Titanic Theme)

Don’t Cry For Me Argentina (Andrew Lloyd-Webber)

Promise Me (Beverley Craven)

As Time Goes By (Billy Joel)

New York State Of Mind (Billy Joel)

Haven't Met You Yet (Michael Buble)

Truly, Madly, Deeply (Savage Garden)

Memories (Maroon 5)

River Runs Through You (Yiruma)

All Of Me (Jon Legend)

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

For piano, a professional standard adjustable piano stool
For keyboard, electrical supply


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

No lighting equipment, but I have an amplifier for the keyboard.


What information do you require about a venue?

Directions to it, parking and off loading equipment, contact name and number.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

No

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

Ooh. Now there's a question. I've played at the Fitzwilliam Museum several times (fabulous art surroundings and a Steinway grand), the Czech Embassy, the Italian Consulate.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

Too many to answer, couldn't tell you my favourite song of all time because it would change from day to day - although the Beach Boys' 'God Only Knows' would be up there, as would 'Never Enough', and about a billion others. Favourite artists? Billy Joel, for one, and he's certainly an influencer, as I love his songs and his playing style. Nifty.


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

Been playing since I was four, so more gigs than I could shake a stick at (starting from school) and I've played at everything from church concerts, memorials, weddings, corporate events, musical theatre rehearsals and shows, concerts/recitals, auditions and exams.


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

Weddings, but I genuinely enjoy any gig with a live audience; the feedback they give enhances everything I play.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Set up: For piano - none. For keyboard - 15 minutes.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Given decent weather (and a gazebo if possible!) yes.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

They have the absolute say - in what they'd like me to play, and if there's anything they'd like me to avoid. It's their day and their event.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Expressive, beautifully played, really making the day.


Do you accept requests?

Yes! I'm always happy to learn new music and songs.


If I have a family member who would like to perform at my event, are you happy to play for them?

Yes, providing we can liaise on the music beforehand. I'd need some extra time on the day to rehearse with them, and this would carry an additional charge of £50 per item.

Recent Clients

Gail (Pianist) has performed for these clients:

RBS

Barclay's Bank

Venues

Gail (Pianist) has performed at these venues:

Italian Consulate

Czech Embassy

Saffron Hall

Fitzwilliam Museum

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