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Tom James

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About Tom

Jazz, Swing and Soul Piano and Vocals
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Pianist
Halifax

I am a Jazz Pianist and singer based in Yorkshire. I am also available as a Classical Pianist and in a duo with a wonderful singer.

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This act has been working with Encore for over 4 years
Musicianship
Genres:
Jazz, Swing, Blues, Modern jazz, Classical, Baroque, Musical theatre, Opera
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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, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
Fluent improviser, Fluent sight-reader, Instrumental teaching, Composition teaching, Theory teaching
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Tom's Song list

All of Me
All of You
Angel Eyes
I'm Confessin'
Ain't Misbehavin'
After You've Gone
Dream a Little Dream of Me
Everytime We Say Goodbye
Fly Me To The Moon
Georgia on My Mind
Come Rain or Come Shine
Stardust
It Had to Be You
You Don't Know Me
T'ain't Nobodies Business
But Beautiful
Blue Moon
C.C. Rider
Stella By Starlight
Blue in Green
Someday My Prince Will Come
Misty
Round Midnight
Moonglow
Moonriver
Night and Day
Smile
Smoke Gets in Your Eyes
Stormy Weather
Prince Covers:
Nothing Compares 2 U
Beautiful Ones
Case of U (JoniMitchell)
Purple Rain
Customer questions

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

I am fairly flexible with timing changes so just keep in touch and let me know.

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

I'm happy to if required but this isn't a service normally asked of me

How much time do you need to set up?

Fairly fast set up- about 15-20 minutes.

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

As long as its fairly in tune and in decent working order then yes.

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

That's fine with me provided we do so a week in advance of the event

Are you able to bring your own piano or keyboard?

Yes I am. That's no problem.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

I'm happy to learn new songs provided you give me plenty of notice. There is an additional fee of £30-50 to account for rehearsal time

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Clients find me engaging and original.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

All sorts! Churches, Concert halls, St George's in Bristol, manor houses.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Ray Charles Prince Dr John James Booker Chopin

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

St George's

Tom's Prices

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)£75
Up to 1 hour£160
Up to 2 hours£250
Up to 3 hours£350
Packages
Wedding ceremony
This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.
£300

Add-ons

Skype Consultation and 3 New Songs Learned
+£150
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Tom's Reviews

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Zsolt S
4 years ago, for a Birthday party in Hyde Park
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4 out of 5

Tom and Liberty set the mood for a fabulous night with their pitch-perfect execution of Classic Jazz Standards

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Zsolt S
4 years ago, for a Birthday party in Hyde Park
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4 out of 5

A great evening of music for all!

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