Hire Colin Peters | Keyboardist in Dartford

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Audrey Lumsden - "Gerbera Nights" Official Music Video

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About Colin

I am an experienced keyboard player having worked with many of the greats including Roy Orbison, Des O' Connor and Harry Secombe.

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Dartford

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I started my musical career as a Hammond organ player in a small band based in the West Country. In 1965 he started at the then famous cabaret and night club backing all the cabaret acts that visited including many stars of the day including those mentioned above to name but a few. I remained as Musical Director of the club for some considerable time with anything from a three piece to a thirty two piece orchestra depending who the cabaret acts were. I left after thirteen years to pursue a different career but have now returned to play keyboards in restaurants and hotels weddings parties and other musical venues. I can sight read for backing cabaret and currently have my own keyboards including a portable Hammond XK2. I also carry a PA system. Swing and light jazz music is my love although other genres of music are amongst my repertoire..

Colin

5 out of 5

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Communication

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Punctuality

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Colin's Reviews

5 out of 5

Colin was very entertaining and played a lot of the requested music.

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1 year ago

Thank you Colin. I enjoyed playing for you and your good lady. I am pleased you liked my selection of music.

5 out of 5

We were delighted that Colin could provide some last-minute live piano music for my grandmother's wake. The wonderful atmosphere created by his diverse and appropriate repertoire was commented on by guests and we would happily recommend him. Many thanks!

5 out of 5

Colin was great - good communication, arrived early to set up, was supposed to play 3 x 45 mins but played the whole 3 hours and didn’t stop! Really made the event, thank you 😊

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1 year ago

Thank you Claire. I enjoyed the day and I hope the birthday went well. Maybe we will see you again. Best wishes. Colin.

5 out of 5

Colin, was absolutely fantastic!! The set he played was the perfect accompaniment to to the birthday meal. The guests had issues getting to the venue on time, due to an event on in London. He therefore accounted for this and played longer than actually contracted, which made the birthday boy very happy indeed! Thanks again!

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5 out of 5

Colin Pete set, played for a work team building day. Lots of fun they really helped the team with awards presentations themes

5 out of 5

I recently had lunch at the Belvedere Restaurant in Holland Park, where the Piano Player Colin Peters enhanced my experience. I am following his career with interest

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5 gigs

Experienced: 5 bookings through Encore

Saved the day!

Booked for an Encore gig with less than 24 hours’ notice

8th Anniversary

This act has been working with Encore for over 8 years

Colin's Song list

The More I See You.

We've Only Just Begun.

Close To You.

Masquerade

Goodbye To Love.

All My Loving

Something.

Beatles Medley.

Girl From Ipanaema.

Wave.

John Legend, All Of Me.

Arthurs Theme Christopher Cross.

Life On Mars. David Bowie.

Moonlight Sonata.

Bach's Prelude Number One.

Theme From Love Story.

A Man and a Woman.

If.

I Want to Make It With You.

Going Out of My Head.

Fly Me To The Moon.

Autumn Leaves.

Moon River.

Corcovado

Meditation.

Colin's Prices

Last updated: 2024

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

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£125
Up to 1 hour	£150
Up to 2 hours	£187.50
Up to 3 hours	£225

Customer questions

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

Can you play any type of music inc jazz, classics, pop, church and background music. Answer: Yes.

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

No this is something I cannot offer myself but I can arrange for a dj to be with me.

How much time do you need to set up?

Usually around thirty minutes if I am to bring my own equipment otherwise straight away.

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

Providing the piano is in tune that is fine.

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

My set list is both vast and varied. It is too long to put into a few sentences. Beethoven ( Moonlight Sonata), Bach (preludes) Pachelbel (Canon), Billy Joel, Carpenters, The Beatles, Ed Sheeran to name but a few

Are you able to bring your own piano or keyboard?

Yes I have a Yamaha portable keyboard and a PA System with microphones if required.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Yes I am very experienced in accompanying having worked with many of the top stars.

Musicianship

Genres:

Jazz, Blues, Cabaret, Latin jazz, Modern jazz, Swing, Pop, Classical, Musical theatre

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Instruments:

Keyboard, Piano

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Event types:

New Year's Eve, Wedding, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party

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Other skills:

Instrumental teaching, Arranger, Transcription, Orchestrator, Accompanist

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