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Sam Prescott (Greenwood)

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Organist, pianist, singer and conductor based in Ayrshire, West of Scotland. Will travel wherever the music takes me.
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*Organist * *Pianist* *Vocalist* *Conductor* *Jazz* *Pop* *Classical* *Rock* *Folk* *Traditional* *Comedy* Organist I have been an organist since 2013, playing for Sunday Services, Weddings, Funerals and Christenings etc.. I have also provided accompaniment for silent films and given recitals in various genres from Classical to Musical Theatre and various others styles. Pianist As a pianist I can be found playing in Glasgow’s piano bars as well as at various formal and informal functions. I am just as happy to provide ambient background music for drinks receptions as I am playing entrance and exit music for your big day and all sorts in between. Piano/Vocalist I am more than happy to keep things instrumental or can also be a piano/vocalist for your occasion by self-accompanying. I have performed this way in many settings from city piano bars, jazz clubs and speakeasies, as well as my own concerts and charity fundraisers. Singer/Vocalist I am a classically trained vocalist and enjoy singing the classical repertoire but equally at home singing swing, jazz, pop and old time rock, folk and traditional music. I can provide backing vocals and harmony for your band to boost your performances or recording session. I also enjoy my work as a stand-in chorister for various choirs' performances covering all choral genres, from major works to pop and jazz standards. Conductor I have been conducting choirs, mostly in the West of Scotland for around 12 years. I am more than happy to stand in for other chorus directors for rehearsals or concerts. I am also able to lead brass bands and chamber ensembles too provided I have a little more notice to score study. Choirs If you are looking for a choir to attend your event, I have the potential to provide a group. Be that for your wedding or for your charity event/concert. Please feel free to contact me. In summary, I would be delighted to share my music with you and help make your day/event as special as it can be. Thank you, Sam

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Sam Prescott's Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Nick W
7 years ago
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5 out of 5

Sam was first class. He was professional and puntital and gave a terrific performance. I would not hesitate in recommending Sam.

Reply from Sam Prescott
1 year ago

Many thanks, it was a pleasure to play for your big day.

From other customers:

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Troon C
10 years ago

His approach [to conducting] is always encouraging and light-hearted and he strikes the right balance between wit and seriousness in order to get the best that's possible from the choir members.

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NICC R
7 years ago

Sam took the audience by surprise, and pleasantly so, when he stepped down from the podium to sit at the piano and accompany himself singing 'Panis Angelicus' in his light baritone voice.

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Sam Prescott's Song list

Classical Singing Examples
Every Valley - Handel Messiah
Madamina - Mozart Don Giovani
Caro Mio Ben
Le Luce Van Le Stelle
Panis Angelicus
Where E're You Walk
Now Sleeps the Crimson Petal
etc...
Classical Piano/Organ Examples
Il Bacio - Bach
Arrival of the Queen of Sheba - Handel
I Giorni - Einaudi
Handel Organ Concerto No.3 - 1st Mvt
Handel - Music for the Royal Fireworks
Toccata in Dminor - Bach
Arioso - Bach
Agnus Dei - Bizet
Lullaby - Brahms
Amarili Mia Bella - Caccini
Nocturne in G Minor - Chopin
Nocturne in Eb Major - Chopin
Melody in F - Rubenstein
Ave Maria - Bach Gunod / Schubert
Trumpet Voluntary - Clarke
Trumpet Tune - Purcell
Laughing Aria - Strauss Jr
The Skaters Waltz - Waldteufel
Swan Lake Theme - Tchaikovsky
Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy - Tchaikovsky
The Doll Song - Offenbach
Plaisir D'amor - Martini
Musical Theatre Organ Medleys
Oliver
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
The Sound of Music
Phantom of the Opera
Mary Poppins
Grease
Hairspray
Jazz Standards/American Songbook (vocal or instrumental)
Mack the Knife
Beyond the Sea
Straighten Up and Fly Right
Night and Day
It Don't Mean a Thing
Cheek to Cheek
Summertime
Take the A Train
East of the Sun and West of the Moon
Laugh Clown Laugh
The End of a Love Affair
Paper Moon
Georgia on my Mind
Polkadots and Moonbeams
It's DeLovely
You're the Top
Slow Boat to China
On the Sunny Side of the Street
It's a Raggy Waltz
After You've Gone
Ain't Misbehaving
But Beautiful
A Fine Romance
Crazy Rhythm
Piano Bar Examples
Patience - Take That
Shine - Take That
I'd Wait For Life - Take That
Like I Never Loved You At All - Take That
Everything's Changing - Keane
Somewhere Only We Know - Keane
Bend and Break - Keane
Don't let The Sun Go Down On Me - Elton John
Daniel - Elton John
Can you Feel The Love Tonight - Elton John
Your Song - Elton John
Blue Eyes - Elton John
Rocket Man - Elton John
Crocodile Rock - Elton John
Piano Man - Billy Joel
And So It Goes - Billy Joel
All of Me - John Legend
Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen
Joy to the World - 3 Dog Night
Hey Jude - Beatles
All You Need is Love - Beatles
Baby You Can Drive My Car - Beatles
Twist and Shout - Beatles
And many more Beatles songs....
My Sweet Lord - George Harrison
Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond
Mustang Sally - Wilson Pickett
Unchain My Heart - Ray Charles
Shake a Tail Feather - Ray Charles
Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton
Patricia the Stripper - Chris De Burgh
Spanish Train - Chris De Burgh
Don't Pay the Ferryman - Chris De Burgh
Purple Rain - Prince
Feels Like Home - Randy Newman
Short People - Randy Newman
Unchained Melody - Various
I Love L.A - Randy Newman
Friends in Low Places - Garth Brooks
Proud Mary - Tina Turner
Great Balls of Fire - Jerry Lee Lewis
I Wanna Dance with Somebody - Whitney Houston
Dancing Queen - Abba
Money Money Money - Abba
Mama Mia - Abba
Musical Theatre
Don't Rain on My Parade
Somewhere
Tonight
Maria
Gee Officer Krupkee
Being Alive
Send in the Clowns
Defying Gravity
Electricity
Who Will Buy
Consider Yourself
Disney
I'll Make a Man Out Of You
Colours of the Wind
God Help the Outcasts
Go The Distance
Santa Fe
I Will Go Sailing No More
You've Got a Friend in Me
etc..
Comedy
Nina - Noel Coward
Let's Do It - Victoria Wood
Red Eye's Formation Drinking Team - Stilgoe and Skellern
Masochism Tango - Tom Lehrer
Pam - Victoria Wood
EEC Ruling - Victoria Wood
Vatican Rag - Tom Lehrer
Mrs Beamish - Stilgoe and Skellern
Little Blue Lady - Billy Connolly
If it Wisnae Fir Yer Wellies - Billy Connolly
I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue
Poisoning Pigeons in the Park
Joyce the Librarian - Stilgoe and Skellern
The Vicar and the Frog - Fred Wedlock
The Handier Household Help - Fred Wedlock
Don't Get Cocky - Victoria Wood
Bum to the World - Victoria Wood

Sam Prescott's Prices

Last updated: 2024

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)£50
Up to 1 hour£200
Up to 2 hours£275
Up to 3 hours£375
Packages
Wedding ceremony
This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.
£290

Add-ons

Specific Piece of Music
+£30
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

I can have a lot of energy and enthusiasm when appropriate for recitals and conducting gigs. However, I am just as at home blending into the background to set the atmousphere for your event.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Many venues around the UK, mainly in Scotland. A few fairly local to me would be The O2 Academy Glasgow, many of Scotlands Concert Halls, Glasgow City Halls and Paisley Abbey, Harbour Arts Centre - Ayrshire.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Too many to mention from lots of genres but happy to discuss.

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

Difficult to say. Working with Baritone - Sir Thomas Allen was a highlight though.

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

All I would ask is that you give me as much notice as possible and I will do my very best accommodate and proceed with your booking.

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

This isn't something I am generally able to offer.

How much time do you need to set up?

When bringing my own piano, I can generally set up within 1 hour sometimes 30mins depending on the set up. For organist jobs, I would appreciate some time to practice on the organ prior to the event starting where possible but I appreciate this isn't always something the venue can do.

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

Happy to discuss any particular pieces you would like for your event.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

I can provide my own digital piano and sound system if/when required.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Always happy to discuss this as an option if there are certain pieces of music or songs you would like for your event that I may not have listed. If it isn't currently part of my repertoire, this may increase the price I quote.
Musicianship
Genres:
Traditional church music, Christmas, Classical, Baroque, Film / TV music, Musical theatre, Contemporary Christian, Military, Classical crossover, Contemporary classical, Early music, Fanfare, Opera, Blues, Jazz, Swing, Barbershop, Easy listening, Light music, Marching, Originals, Pop, Acoustic, Covers, Motown, World music, Calypso, Caribbean music, Salsa, Renaissance, 1920s era music, 1930s era music, 1940s era music, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Cabaret, Ragtime, Gospel
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Instruments:
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Event types:
Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
Arranger, Composer, Transcription, Musical comedy, Fluent improviser, Fluent sight-reader, Singing teaching, Community music worker
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