Hire Eddie Gripper | Jazz duo in Cardiff

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About Eddie Gripper

Versatile and tailor-made for weddings, parties, and special events. You choose the music - we bring it to life!

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Jazz duo

Cardiff

Public liability insurance of £10 million

I’m a passionate, professional musician with over five years of experience, dedicated to bringing your musical vision to life. Whether it’s setting the mood at an intimate dinner, energising a wedding reception, or adding a touch of class to a special event, I’ve got you covered. Based in Cardiff, I perform across the UK, with work even taking me overseas (from Bahrain to Paris!). From jazz in upmarket restaurants to pop/soul at weddings, I tailor my set to fit your event perfectly. Need more than a solo act? I’m part of a well-connected network of top-tier musicians—singers, saxophonists, guitarists, bassists - so if you have a specific lineup in mind, I’ll make it happen. One of my favorite gigs? A surprise wedding where the groom found out he was getting married just two hours before the ceremony! Jazz, pop, blues, soul - you name it, I’ll learn your favorite tunes ahead of time and take live requests on the day. Let’s make your event unforgettable!

Eddie Gripper

5 out of 5

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Eddie Gripper's Reviews

5 out of 5

Thank YOU both so much for making our event 'super' special. It really made my day and for many others who attended. It is so good to know brilliant talent like yourselves is found locally! Please keep doing the amazing work you do and I will be sure to recommend you to anyone I meet and be in touch when we have any further events coming up.

5 out of 5

Thank you Eddie for being part of our special day. You were not only incredible with your playing, but also so professional and really set the atmosphere for our wedding reception. It was such a joy listening to you play!

5 out of 5

First and foremost Eddie is a fantastically talented pianist who can play music of all styles and genres ; in all our dealings with Eddie as we planned our wedding we found him charming and full of advice as to which songs would work best....he also introduced us to artists we’d never heard of before!! On the day he arrived promptly and looked like a million dollars and his contribution to creating a lovely relaxed atmosphere was noted and appreciated by all; we heartily recommend him and wish him every success in his future endeavours

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Eddie Gripper's Song list

POP (examples)

Don’t stop me know

Fix you

Don’t know why

The scientist

Tears in Heaven

If I ain’t got you (Alicia Keys)

Ain’t no sunshine

Can’t help falling in love

Back to black

Toxic (Britney Spears)

Black and Gold

Make you feel my Love

Stuck in the middle

Overjoyed

Can’t take my eyes off you

Crazy

Easy (Commodores)

How deep is your love

Isnt she lovely

Sitting inthe dock of the bay

Let’s stay together (Al Green)

Put your records on

Crocodile rock

Dancing Queen

Hey Jude

Rocketman

Oh what a night (Late December back in '63)

Thinking out loud

A team

Tears dry on their own

You’ve got a friend

Africa

Ain’t no mountain

Yesterday

Don’t look back in anger

Black Velvet

Wake me up before you go go

I wish

New York State of Mind

Just the way you are

Piano Man

Say a little prayer

Rehab

Grace Kelly

Love today

Stuck in the Middle (Mika)

Big Girl you are beautiful

My girl

Hit the road jack

Mercy (Duffy)

Lovely Day (bill withers)

Life On Mars

Changes

I’m a believer

Angels

Signed Sealed Delivered

Boogie on Reggae Woman

Just the two of us

Imagine

Im yours (jason Mraz)

I can see clearly now

My Way

Dancing in the Moonlight

I want you back

The way you make me feel

Uptown Girl

Everybody wants to rule the world

Don't you want me baby

It must be love

Our house

Rudy

Suddenly I see (KT Tunstall)

Love is a beautiful thing

Wait for the moment

...or any request....!

JAZZ

Bye Bye Blackbird

Cherokee

Confirmation

Days of Wine and Roses

Doxy

Fly Me To The Moon

Footprints

Four

Have You Met Miss Jones

How High The Moon

I Hear a Rhapsody

I Love You

I Remember You

I’ll Remember April

I’m Old Fashioned

If I Should Lose You

If I Were A Bell

In A Mellow Tone

In A Sentimental Mood

It Could Happen To You

Just Friends

Misty

My Funny Valentine

Night and Day

Oleo

On Green Dolphin Street

Recorda Me

Satin Doll

Stella By Starlight

Scrapple From The Apple

So What

Solar

St. Thomas

Sweet Georgia Brown

Take The A Train

The Girl From Ipanema

There Is No Greater Love

There Will Never Be Another You

Up Jumped Spring

What Is This Thing Called Love

Yesterdays

...or any requests...

Eddie Gripper's Prices

Last updated: 2025

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

Performance duration	Price
Up to 1 hour	£320
Up to 2 hours	£640
Up to 3 hours	£960

All prices include:🎵 Tailored Song Choices – We carefully curate a setlist to reflect your personal tastes and the unique atmosphere of your wedding. From jazz standards to modern classics, every song is chosen with you in mind. 🎤 Instrumentation of Your Choice – Whether you’d like the intimate combination of piano and vocals or something more expansive with additional musicians, we adapt our setup to suit your vision. 🔊 Professional PA Equipment – We provide high-quality sound equipment, ensuring crystal-clear audio at any venue, from grand ballrooms to intimate garden receptions.

Customer questions

Will the singer be the same as who I see in the videos?

Yes! If you require a singer, the one featured in the video is our go to man.

Do you have different line-up options?

One option would be solo Piano (perfect for intimate wedding services and up-market bars/restaurants). After there is acoustic duo, Piano and Vocals (male). The vocalist can also play guitar upon requests. After that there is Jazz Trio (any combination of Piano, Bass and Drums OR Guitar). Additionally, the singer can be included to make a quartet.

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

We will try our absolute best to accommodate to you. We know how stressful it can be trying to plan a surprise birthday or wedding - keep us up to date with all the info we need and we'll do the rest!

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

An iPod/Auxiliary cable is available upon request.

How much time do you need to set up?

Anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes, with the larger bands we will need to soundcheck before hand.

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

Our set list is merely a suggestion - the full list of our repertoire could go on for much longer! If we know a song, then we can play it, feel free to pick our brains on the day. However, if you have any particular special recommendations and requests in mind please be mindful to let us know ahead of time.

Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA & lighting) included in your quote?

The PA is included in price, however for background music gigs and venues it will not always be necessary and we will use a more discreet system. We are happy to guide you as to what will be best for your event, just drop us a line!

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Of course! This is our big selling point. We know or can play most well known TOP 40 pop songs from the last 40 years or so, not to mention jazz standards from the Great American Songbook! Please let us know any specific requests ahead of time, however, so we can learn them if needs be.

Musicianship

Genres:

Jazz, Christmas, 1930s era music, 1940s era music, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, Folk, Welsh folk, Blues, Gypsy jazz, Latin jazz, Modern jazz, Swing, Jazz fusion, Dixieland, Originals, Pop, Acoustic, Covers, Funk, Karaoke, R&B, Motown, Vintage, Soul, Britpop, Pop rock, Indie

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Types:

Jazz duo, Jazz band, Jazz trio, Vintage jazz band, Gypsy jazz band, New Orleans band, Pop duo, Pop trio, Acoustic duo, Acoustic trio, Acoustic band, Folk-rock band, Original artist, 50s tribute band, Cover band, Vintage band, Rat Pack jazz band

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Event types:

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

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