Hire Richard Bennett | Pianist in Great Yarmouth

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About Richard

I am an experienced musician of almost 30 years, I can play just about anything requested on the spot. Challenge me!

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Pianist

Great Yarmouth

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Thank you for clicking me. I have been playing the Piano since I was tall enough to reach the keys. Encouraged by my grandmother who was a pub pianist, I first started playing publicly when I was fourteen. I have since played for many rich and famous clients as well as being a member of various bands. I am a father to three daughters and being able to provide beautiful music for people helps me to take them on holiday. I will play whatever you request either by prior arrangement before your event but also it's highly likely I would be able to take requests at your event. I have a huge repertoire of music, blessed with a perfect pitch I can even play in real-time, music I am hearing for the first time through headphones. Thank you for reading and I look forward to meeting you.

Richard

5 out of 5

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Richard's Reviews

5 out of 5

Exceptional on this highly talented and versatile pianist. The guests at my daughter’s wedding were both impressed and delighted by the quality and extended repertoire of this brilliant musician. Thank you so much Richard. We highly recommend you!! X

5 out of 5

Richard was excellent made our party brilliant pianist and great personality

5 out of 5

Hi Richard. Thank you so so much for making our day so special. You were perfect! Sorry we didn’t get to say goodbye. When I have time I’ll be writing an amazing review for you. You are such a talented man

Thank you so much Richard, your playing set the perfect tone for the ceremony, the couple were delighted

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Experienced: 5 bookings through Encore

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Richard's Song list

Anyone who had a heart - Dionne Warwick

Alfie - Dionne Warwick

Almaz - Randy Crawford

Amazed - Lonestar

All my loving - The Beatles

And I Love Her - The Beatles

Baby Love - Diana Ross & The Supreme

Braveheart theme

Can you feel the love tonight - Elton John

Goodbye Yellow Brick Road - Elton John

I Gorny

Claire De Lune

Theme from Gladiator

Theme from interstellar

Bring me Sunshine

Every Breath You Take - The Police

My Prayer / Only You - The Platters

I'll be seeing you - Dame Vera Lynn

Careless Whisper - George Michael

Billy Joels hits

Save a Prayer - Duran Duran

La Vienna Rose

She - Charles Aznavour

Butterfly's and Hurricanes - Muse

Too good to be true - Andy Williams

Interstellar theme - Has Zinger

Blue Moon

Let there be love - Nat King Cole

Many many more tunes, too many to list here. Anything playable on request.

Richard's Prices

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£100
Up to 1 hour	£150
Up to 2 hours	£220
Up to 3 hours	£300

Customer questions

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

Absolutely no problem, I only take one booking per day for this eventuality.

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes, music at your request or other suitable tunes hand picked for your occasion. I have a Pa and fully equipped for this extra service

How much time do you need to set up?

1/2 hour to 1 hour.

If I have a piano at my venue, are you happy to perform on that?

Yes, as long as you are happy with the tone of it.

Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?

Yes. You can provide your own setlist for me to play.

Are you able to bring your own piano or keyboard?

I can on request.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Any song you wish and any version that you prefer.

What do your clients love most about your performances?

The smart, relaxed and sophisticated way in which the songs follow each other.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Holkham Hall, Blackfriars Hall Norwich, Gosfield Hall, Essex, masonic lodge Great Yarmouth, the White Lion Toft Monks, The Seagull Theatre, Lowestoft and Blickling Hall to name a handful.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Stevie Wonder

Musicianship

Genres:

Classical, Jazz, Folk, Pop, Rock, Electronic, Contemporary classical, Film / TV music, Opera, Musical theatre, Renaissance, Classical crossover, Ambient, Breakbeat, Techno, House, Garage, 1920s era music, 1930s era music, 1940s era music, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Country, Rockabilly, Ceillidh, Blues, Cabaret, Dixieland, Jazz fusion, Latin jazz, Modern jazz, Postmodern jukebox jazz, Ragtime, Swing, Gospel, Easy listening, Light music, Originals, Acoustic, Ambient pop, Americana, Covers, Disco, Funk, Funk rock, Karaoke, Motown, R&B, Soul, Top 40, Tribute, Vintage, Britpop, Classic rock, Glam rock, Pop rock, Rock 'n' Roll, Power rock, Progressive rock, Synth rock, World music, Balkan, Bavarian oompah, Bossa nova, Calypso, French music, German music, Italian music, Latin, Polish music, Russian music, Scottish music, Skiffle, Military, Traditional church music, Irish rock, Bluegrass, Folk rock, Traditional English folk, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional Scottish folk

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Instruments:

Piano, Keyboard, Accordion

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Event types:

Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve

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Other skills:

Arranger, Audio engineer, Composer, Orchestrator, Songwriter, Musical comedy, Ableton Live, Fluent improviser, Perfect pitch, Repetiteur, Instrumental teaching, Accompanist

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