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About Alex

Nottingham-based keyboardist, arranger and composer with more than 12 years professional experience.

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Nottingham

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Alex is a Midlands-based pianist who had a keen musical ear from an early age. He first took piano lessons at the age of 7 and got his first accompanying job at the age of 16. He went on to complete a degree in Music at the Reid School of Music at the University of Edinburgh, taking piano lessons from Karin Schistek. Whilst studying here, he enjoyed performing with a variety of soloists and ensembles alike. A specialist composer, he also has had a number of original pieces and arrangements performed across the country. Alex now works with a wide variety of groups, including choirs and musical theatre companies. He owns all the necessary equipment to produce a professional standard performance and is happy to play for your show or concert.

Alex

5 out of 5

8 verified reviews

Satisfaction

5.0

Professionalism

5.0

Communication

5.0

Punctuality

5.0

Alex's Reviews

5 out of 5

Alex has been amazing throughout the entire process - from our initial video call, the string of personal requests made, Alex put together a 25 minute preview video where he brought our requests to life With our d and d wedding theme on the day he arrived in great time, had no issue relocating between 2 rooms that we had set up andour guest's loved his playing during our drinks reception His playing for our ceremony was exactly how we envisioned it and he knew some of our more geeky and niche requests which only affirmed to us that we had chosen the perfect musician to bring our vision and tavern to life!

Reply from Alex

1 year ago

Thank you so much for this review Anne, I really appreciate it! I hope you and your guests enjoyed the ambience I provided. I wish you and Ben all the best in married life.

5 out of 5

I would just like to put on record my appreciation for input into making a success of my 75th Birthday Celebration Party at the Nottingham Cosy Club. From our initial discussion and follow up sessions by e-mail you were able to assist me in the choices of music and styles that you could offer. I was particularly impressed with the video of proposed tunes that you sent over to me. In relation to the event itself you arrived early, set up and were ready to perform well in advance of the first guests coming into the venue. During the course of the evening you played our agreed choices and the guests were delighted as it added greatly to the ambience of the occasion. In relation to booking your system is simple and your terms and conditions were not complicated. Finally let me say I would be happy to use you again and recommend you to others requiring your services.

5 out of 5

It was such a pleasure that Alex could play for us at our wedding at Cockcliffe Country House. Alex is the utmost professional and the music he played at our wedding really complimented the day. He even learnt a few songs for us which I believe wasn't in his repertoire. We would have no trouble in recommending Alex for any occasion. The day goes so quick and I can only really remember snippets of the day, but the music Alex played for us during the ceremony really stands out for us.

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Alex's Song list

Example Wedding/Private Function Background Music

Classical Set List:

Improvisations on works by Ludovico Einaudi including:

Andare

Fuori dalla notte

I giorni

Monday

Nefeli

Le onde

Ora

Elegy for the Arctic

Ancora

Snow Preludes 2, 3 & 15

Discovery at Night

Haiku - Christopher Norton

Comptine D'Un Autre Ete - Yann Tiersen

Married Life - Michael Giacchino

Bundle of Joy - Michael Giacchino

Jacob's Theme - Howard Shore

Prelude No. 1 - J.S. Bach

Prelude No. 2 - Dustin O'Halloran

Venus - Gustav Holst

Go with the Flow - Giovanni Allevi

Romance sans paroles - Gabriel Faure

Nocture in B-flat - John Field

Jazz Set List:

Improvisations on works by Christopher Norton, including:

Alone

Dreaming

Shoehorn Blues

A Sad Song

Take Your Time

Boogie

Sunset

Play It Again

Reflections

Blues Lullaby

Jazz Waltz

Works by Gordon Goodwin, including:

Settle Down

I Remember

Samba del Gringo

Everlasting

Backrow Politics

Black Coffee - Webster & Burke

Undecided - Robin & Shavers

Angela - Bob James

But Not For Me - George Gershwin

Summertime - George Gershwin

Come Fly With Me - Cahn & van Heusen

Strangers in the Night - Singleton, Snyder & Kaempfert

That's Life - Kay & Gordon

In the Groove - Mike Cornick

Jazz Exercise No. 2 - Oscar Peterson

I'll Remember April - Raye, de Paul & Johnson

Bluesette - Gimbel & Thielemans

This Masquerade - Leon Russell

Showtunes Set List:

You'll Be Back - Hamilton

As Long As You're Mine - Wicked

Waving Through A Window - Dear Evan Hansen

Day by Day - Godspell

Class - Chicago

Mr Cellophane - Chicago

Seize the Day - Newsies

When You Wish Upon A Star - Pinnochio

Can You Feel the Love Tonight? - The Lion King

Cruela de Vil - 101 Dalmatians

Colours of the Wind - Pocahontas

When She Loved Me - Toy Story 2

I Won't Say I'm In Love - Hercules

For The First Time In Forever - Frozen

Don't Cry for Me Argentina - Evita

The Music of the Night - Phantom of the Opera

All I Ask of You - Phantom of the Opera

Sal Tlay Ka Siti - Book of Mormon

May the Force Be With You - Star Wars Series

From Russia With Love - Matt Monro

Thunderball - Tom Jones

Goldfinger - Shirley Bassey

You Only Live Twice - Nancy Sinatra

Nobody Does It Better - Carly Simon

Live and Let Die - Paul McCartney & Wings

Classic Pop Set List:

What A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong

Wouldn't It Be Nice? - Beach Boys

Light My Fire - The Doors

Feelin' Good - Nina Simone

I Put A Spell On You - Nina Simone

I Don't Like Mondays - Boomtown Rats

Tears In Heaven - Eric Clapton

Your Song - Elton John

One Better Day - Madness

The Return of Los Palmas 7 - Madness

Life On Mars - David Bowie

Torn - Natalie Imbruglia

Running Up That Hill - Kate Bush

Take On Me - aha

Africa - Toto

Sex On Fire - Kings of Leon

Hey There Delilah - Plain White T's

Dancing in the Moonlight - Toploader

Somewhere Only We Know - Keane

Poker Face - Lady Gaga

Exogenesis Symphony - Muse

She Will Be Loved - Maroon 5

Shine - Take That

80s Set List:

Running Up That Hill - Kate Bush

Take On Me - Aha

Africa - Toto

I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For - U2

Heaven is a Place on Earth - Belinda Carlisle

I Wanna Dance With Somebody - Whitney Houston

We Built This City - Starship

Dancing in the Dark - Bruce Springsteen

Flashdance - Irene Cara

Under Pressure - Queen & David Bowie

Englishman in New York - Sting

Eye of the Tiger - Survivor

Holding Out For A Hero - Bonnie Tyler

I Want To Break Free - Queen

Livin' on a Prayer - Bon Jovi

Our House - Madness

Modern Pop Set List:

Blinding Lights - The Weeknd

No Time to Die - Billie Eilish

Cold Heart - Elton John & Dua Lipa

Industry Baby - LilNasX

Jar of Hearts - Christina Perri

Let Her Go - Passenger

Stay - Rihanna

Wake Me Up - Avicii

Despacito - Luis Fonsi

Rather Be - Jess Glynne

Havana - Camila Cabello

Chandelier - Sia

Where Are You Now? - Calum Scott

Black Magic - Jonasu

Following the Sun - Super-Hi & Neeka

OnlyL - TSHA

As It Was - Harry Styles

Bridgerton/Downton Abbey Set List:

thank u next - Ariana Grande

Girls Like You - Maroon 5

In My Blood - Shawn Mendes

bad guy - Billie Eilish

Diamonds - Rihanna

Wildest Dreams - Taylor Swift

Dancing On My Own - Calum Scott

Wrecking Ball - Miley Cyrus

Sign of the Times - Harry Styles

Material Girl - Madonna

You Oughta Know - Alanis Morissette

Every Breath You Take - The Police

Spring from The Four Seasons - Antonio Vivaldi

Waltz from Jazz Suite No. 2 - Dmitri Shostakovich

Christmas Set List:

Relaxed Jazz Improvisations on pieces by Pam Wedgwood, including:

The Angel Gabriel

Away In A Manger

In dulci Jubilo

The Holly and The Ivy

Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas

Good King Wenceslas

Jingle Bells

Mary's Boy Child

I Saw Three Ships

Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer

Silent Night

Fairytale of New York - The Pogues

Last Christmas - Wham!

All requests welcome, just get in touch!

Alex'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)	£65
Up to 1 hour	£190
Up to 2 hours	£300
Up to 3 hours	£500

Wedding ceremony or reception

For a ceremony booking, this includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. For a reception booking, this includes providing background music before dinner, during a pre-determined timeslot while guests arrive. All equipment to be provided by Alex as necessary. Style of music to be pre-determined by the customer.

£350

Drinks reception

Two sets of background music of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception. All equipment to be provided by Alex as necessary. Style of music to be pre-determined by the customer.

£350

Corporate event

Background music on piano or keyboard during your event for a pre-determined timeslot. All equipment to be provided by Alex as necessary. Style of music to be pre-determined by the customer.

£400

Wedding ceremony + Drinks reception + Dinner

- Music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. - 2 x 45 minute sets of background music at the drinks reception. - 2 x 45 minute sets of background music as dinner is being served. All equipment to be provided by Alex as required. Style of music to be pre-determined by the customer.

£500

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

I have been praised for my excellent sight-reading and adaptability to direction change. I have strong sense of pulse which helps playing as part of an ensemble.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

I have performed in many theatres, both small and large. The majority of my concerts have taken place in churches, again ranging from village churches to large cathedrals.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

I most enjoy playing works by Ludovico Einaudi and Giovanni Allevi, and have played their pieces since my teenage years. I also enjoy the jazz works of Gordon Goodwin and Oscar Peterson, and the orchestral works of Shostakovich and Holst.

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

The largest theatre I have performed in was the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre. The largest church was Wells Cathedral.

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

I can do my best to accommodate any schedule changes where possible if you get in touch with me at the earliest convenience.

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

If you would like music to be played from a streaming service before or between my sets, please contact me beforehand and we can arrange this in coordination with the venue.

How much time do you need to set up?

If playing a keyboard part for a show, I usually require up to 30 minutes prior to the event to set up equipment. This may be shorter in practice, I only allow this long in case of technical or logistical errors. I always test my equipment before travelling to shows.

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

If anything from my set lists takes your fancy, please feel free to get in touch and request them specifically.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

If playing a keyboard part in a show, I possess all equipment necessary to perform to the highest standard. If playing a piano, it would be preferable to play one already existing at a venue. If this is not possible however, I am able to bring my own keyboard equipment to play on.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Absolutely! If you have any requests at all I can certainly do my best to work it into my repertoire for your event.

Musicianship

Genres:

Classical, Jazz, Pop, Musical theatre, Film / TV music, Contemporary classical, Christmas, Baroque, Renaissance, Medieval music, Fanfare, Early music, Classical crossover, 1920s era music, 1930s era music, 1940s era music, 1950s era music, 1990s era music, 1980s era music, 1970s era music, 1960s era music, Blues, Jazz fusion, Modern jazz, Latin jazz, Swing, Avant garde, Light music, Easy listening, Experimental, Originals, Acoustic, Motown, Funk, Soul, Disco, Americana, Rock, Britpop, Classic rock, Synth rock, Pop rock, Ska, Tango, Traditional church music, Gospel, Covers, Alternative rock, Post rock, World music, Samba

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Instruments:

Composer, Piano, Keyboard

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Event types:

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

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Other skills:

Sound technician, Audio engineer, Composer, Orchestrator, Arranger, Transcription, Actor, Repetiteur, Perfect pitch, MC, Musical comedy, Composition teaching, Theory teaching, Accompanist

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