Singing pianist

Rob Li

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With stirring vocals & instrumentation spanning soul, funk, & jazz, Rob Li makes your event a heartwarming experience you'll never forget.
Singing pianist
London
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Rob Li delivers soulful, stylish, and uplifting live music for any event — from unforgettable weddings and resonant memorials to buzzing parties, corporate functions, and intimate bar or café sets. A seasoned London vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Li brings over three decades of experience across soul, R&B, pop, funk, Caribbean styles, acoustic sets, and jazz-influenced covers. His warm presence, powerful voice, and refined musical instincts make him a trusted choice for both emotional moments and high-energy celebrations. Li has toured internationally and performed with groups such as Freakin Habit Forms, Motimba, Capital Cult, and Ra Khollective. His background in theatre, band work, a cappella, and acoustic shows gives him the versatility to match any atmosphere. Flexible lineup options: - Solo act (voice + 1 instrument) – ideal for ceremonies, intimate venues, and smaller budgets. (guitar, piano/keys) - Duo or 2+ instruments (e.g., added guitar or bass, double or electric) – fuller sound without overwhelming the space - Trio plus – available on request for an additional negotiated fee Multi-instrument shows may involve added transport costs depending on the setup and venue accessibility. All fees are transparent and confirmed upfront. Whether you need: - Romantic ceremony music - Sophisticated cocktail-hour ambience - Pop-ready party sets - Heartfelt tunes for funerals or memorials - Festive holiday and birthday performances - Relaxed bar/café entertainment - Caribbean-rooted grooves or world-music flavours …Li tailors each performance to your event’s tone and vision. His repertoire moves effortlessly from timeless classics to modern favourites, supported by professional reliability, clear communication, and a client-focused approach. If you’re looking for a versatile, experienced performer who can elevate any occasion — solo, duo, or band — Rob Li brings colour, heart, and unforgettable energy to every event.

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Sean D
18 days ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in 2a Streatham Hill
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5 out of 5

Rob was fantastic on bass for our Thanksgiving gig! Learned all the charts beforehand and brought his chops to the parts.

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Natalya M
2 months ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in 414 Coldharbour Ln
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5 out of 5

Rob Li is an absolute legend. If you're looking for someone as astounding as Stevie Wonder - but somehow not as well known (we will all endlessly wonder why) - this is your guy! As a songwriter, a multi-instrumentalist, a vocalist and so much more, we have been extremely lucky that he shared his brilliance with his original composition 'Lately' and brought great vibes and spice to our set on keys!

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Rob's Song list

SOUL / CLASSIC SOUL (A–Z)
Al Green – Let’s Stay Together
Aretha Franklin – The Nearness of You
Aretha Franklin - Today I Sing The Blues
Ben E. King – Stand By Me
Bill Withers – Ain’t No Sunshine
Bill Withers – Lean on Me
Bill Withers – Lovely Day
Curtis Mayfield – Move On Up
Donny Hathaway – A Song for You
Grover Washington Jr. & Bill Withers – Just the Two of Us
Otis Redding – (Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay
Ray Charles – Georgia on My Mind
Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway – Where Is the Love
Sam Cooke – A Change Is Gonna Come
Sam Sparro – Black and Gold
Seal – Kiss From a Rose
Soft Cell – Tainted Love
The Isley Brothers – That Lady
R&B / NEO-R&B / SMOOTH (A–Z)
Alicia Keys – You Don’t Know My Name
D’Angelo – Brown Sugar
D’Angelo – Untitled (How Does It Feel)
Daniel Caesar – Best Part
Khalid – Location
Maxwell – Ascension (Don’t Ever Wonder)
Maxwell – Pretty Wings
Pussycat Dolls – Stickwitu
Rob Li – By Your Side
Sade – Smooth Operator
SWV – Weak
MOTOWN / CLASSIC R&B (A–Z)
Diana Ross – I’m Coming Out
Four Tops – Reach Out I’ll Be There
Lionel Richie – All Night Long
Marvin Gaye – Let’s Get It On
Marvin Gaye – What’s Going On
Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell – Ain’t No Mountain High Enough
Stevie Wonder – Another Star
Stevie Wonder – Boogie On Reggae Woman
Stevie Wonder – Golden Lady
Stevie Wonder – Happy Birthday
Stevie Wonder – If You Really Love Me
Stevie Wonder – Lately
Stevie Wonder – Living for the City
Stevie Wonder – Moon Blue
Stevie Wonder – Ribbon in the Sky
Stevie Wonder – Rocket Love
The Commodores – Easy
The Temptations – Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone
POP / MODERN / SINGER-SONGWRITER (A–Z)
Adele – Someone Like You
Bruno Mars – When I Was Your Man
Coldplay – The Scientist
Coldplay – Yellow
Daft Punk – Get Lucky
Ed Sheeran – Perfect
Ed Sheeran – Thinking Out Loud
Elton John – Your Song
George Michael – Faith
Incubus – Drive
John Mayer – Gravity
John Mayer – Neon
OutKast – Hey Ya
The Police – Message in a Bottle
CLASSIC HITS / ROCK (A–Z)
David Bowie – Let’s Dance
Eagles – Hotel California
Fleetwood Mac – Dreams
John Legend – All of Me
John Legend – Ordinary People
Radiohead – Creep
The Beatles – Come Together
The Beatles – Let It Be
The Police – Every Breath You Take
The Rolling Stones – Wild Horses
Tracy Chapman – Fast Car
REGGAE (A–Z)
Bob Marley – I Shot the Sheriff
Bob Marley – No Woman, No Cry
Bob Marley – Redemption Song
Bob Marley – Three Little Birds
JAZZ STANDARDS — VOCAL (A–Z)
Billie Holiday – God Bless the Child
Chet Baker – My Funny Valentine
Dakota Staton – A House Is Not a Home
Ella Fitzgerald – I Get a Kick Out of You
Frank Sinatra – Fly Me to the Moon
Julie London – Black Coffee
Louis Armstrong – What a Wonderful World
Nat King Cole – Blue Moon
Nat King Cole – L-O-V-E
Nina Simone – Feeling Good
Norah Jones – Don’t Know Why
Sarah Vaughan – All of Me
Cry Me a River
Don’t Get Around Much Anymore
For All We Know
In a Sentimental Mood
Nature Boy
Polka Dots and Moonbeams
Stella by Starlight
Summertime
You Don’t Know What Love Is
Cannonball Adderley – Autumn Leaves
Duke Ellington – Take the A Train
Dizzy Gillespie – A Night in Tunisia
John Coltrane – All the Things You Are
Thelonious Monk – ’Round Midnight
Additional instrumental standards (A–Z):
Afro-Blue
Baubles, Bangles and Beads
Body and Soul
On a Clear Day
On the Street Where You Live
The Days of Wine and Roses
NEO-SOUL / INDIE / UK (A–Z)
Cleo Sol – Things Will Get Better
Rob Li – Lookout Love
Rob Li – Warming Me Up
Jordan Rakei – Mind’s Eye
Jordan Rakei – Speak
Leon Bridges – River
Lianne La Havas – Green & Gold
Michael Kiwanuka – Cold Little Heart
Tom Misch – Movie
Tom Misch – The Journey
JIMI HENDRIX (A–Z)
Jimi Hendrix – All Along the Watchtower
Jimi Hendrix – Hey Joe
Jimi Hendrix – Little Wing
Jimi Hendrix – The Wind Cries Mary
HOLIDAY (A–Z)
Bing Crosby – White Christmas
Donny Hathaway – This Christmas
Nat King Cole – The Christmas Song
Traditional – Silent Night

Rob's Prices

Last updated: 2025

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

Standard Prices
DurationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£125
Up to 1 hour£250
Up to 2 hours£400
Up to 3 hours£600
Customer questions

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

I'd be delighted to perform on the piano or keyboard at the venue as long as they are in good working order (they must be in tune with functioning keys, and there must be a foot pedal-sustain for the keyboard)
Musicianship
Genres:
Soul, R&B, Pop, Acoustic, Hip Hop, Funk, Funk rock, Motown, Covers, Jazz, Blues, Jazz fusion, Gospel, Experimental, Originals, Christmas, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1940s era music, 1930s era music, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, 1990s era music, 1920s era music, Modern jazz, Easy listening, Top 40, Tribute, Rock, Classic rock, Pop rock, Alternative rock, Indie, Britpop, Glam rock, Reggae
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Event types:
Wedding, Concert, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Recording session, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Theatre / Show, Wedding proposal, Virtual event, Funeral / Memorial service
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Other skills:
Arranger, Audio engineer, Composer, Lyricist, Producer, Songwriter, Sound technician, Actor, Musical comedy, MC
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