Pianist

James Elliot Quinn

Full starFull starFull starFull starFull star
(5.0)Read all 2 reviews
Watch
Booking protection
Secure online payments
Free 48hr cancellations
Support available Mon-Sat
Like James?
Watch & Listen
Watch
Listen

About James

Pianist, Improviser and composer/arranger specialising in Jazz.
Pianist
London
Public liability insurance of £10 million

James Elliot Quinn is a pianist, improviser and composer/arranger based in South London. James’ sound is most heavily inspired by modern jazz and romanticism, combining Chopin-esque technique into jazz repertoire to feature sensitive harmonies and diverse reimaginings of traditional jazz standards. James is the resident pianist at Larry's Bar - The National Portrait Gallery and performs regularly in hotels, bars/restaurants, functions and corporate events, having worked with clients such as The National Theatre, Neal Street Productions, The Four Seasons Hotel and Big Bus Tours Ltd. James is an active player in the live London scene, having performed at venues such as Ronnie’s Bar - Ronnie Scotts, The Crypt - St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Larry’s Bar - The National Portrait Gallery, The Rudolf Steiner Theatre, The Courtyard Theatre, Hootananny Brixton, Mau Mau Bar, Paper Dress Vintage, The Jago, Gerry’s Club - Soho and many more including further afield at the Shaftesbury Fringe Festival and Maui Waui Festival in Norwich. James is available to perform as a solo pianist or as a duo, trio or quartet with flexible line-ups and the choice of vocals (male or female) or fully instrumental. James can perform on an in-house piano or provide his own keyboard and amplification upon request.

James
Full starFull starFull starFull starFull star
5 out of 5
1 verified review

James' Reviews

From customers:

HN
Holly N
1 year ago, for a Theatre / Show in Trafalgar Sq
Full starFull starFull starFull starFull star
5 out of 5

James and his band were exceptional as the live music entertainment at the post-show party for our recent West End Opening Night. They judged the room and atmosphere perfectly and were incredibly well received. Their music style was ideal for our post-show celebration which was attended by around 800 people, including some VIPs. A true highlight of the evening! We would definitely recommend them for other press nights and hope to work with them again.

G(
Georgia B
1 year ago

It was an absolute pleasure having James play at my significant birthday event. We asked James to play a jazz set with a few favourites , his wonderful piano playing set the perfect atmosphere, so much so that friends commented on how wonderful the music was and what a nice touch it was to have live music. I couldn't agree more :) My husband organised the booking and said that everything was super easy. We would definitely have James play again at another event!

James' Song list

Afternoon In Paris
Alice In Wonderland
All Of Me
All The Things You Are
Autumn Leaves
Beyond The Sea
Blue Bossa
Blue In Green
Blue Monk
Body And Soul
Boplicity
Cheek To Cheek
Come Fly With Me
Cry Me A River
Days Of Wine And Roses
Don't Get Around Much Anymore
Donna Lee
Dream a Little Dream of Me
Estaté
Fly Me To The Moon
Four
Freddie Freeloader
The Girl from Ipanema
Gloria's Step
Good Morning Heartache
Have You Met Miss Jones?
How High The Moon
I Fall In Love Too Easily
I Wanna Be Like You (Jungle Book)
In The Wee Small Hours Of The Morning
It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)
Just Friends
Lady Bird
The Lady is a Tramp
Lullaby Of Birdland
Moonlight Serenade
Moon River
Move
My Foolish Heart
My Romance
The Nearness Of You
Night And Day
On Green Dolphin Street
On the Sunny Side of the Street
Piece Peace
Polkadots And Moonbeams
Round Midnight
Satin Doll
Solar
Someday My Prince Will Come
Stella By Starlight
Summertime
Take The A Train
There Will Never Be Another You
They Say It's Wonderful
Tune Up
Unforgettable
We'll Be Together Again
When You Wish Upon A Star
Witchcraft
You And The Night And The Music

James' Prices

Last updated: 2025

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

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£125
Up to 1 hour£200
Up to 2 hours£275
Up to 3 hours£350
Musicianship
Genres:
Jazz, Christmas, Classical, Contemporary classical, Film / TV music, 1920s era music, 1930s era music, 1940s era music, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, Blues, Modern jazz, Postmodern jukebox jazz, Ragtime, Swing, Latin jazz, Easy listening, Originals, Light music, Avant garde, Vintage, Soul, Covers
See all genres
Instruments:
See all instruments
Event types:
Private event, Hotel / Restaurant event, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Virtual event, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Bar / Club / Venue event, Corporate event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
See all event types
Other skills:
Arranger, Composer, Songwriter, Transcription, Accompanist, Fluent improviser, Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching, Composition teaching
See all skills