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Jon Nicholas - Solo Piano Artist

'Jon played a great mix of music and requests. Nothing was too much trouble'

'He took our breath away with his beautiful playing. A wonderful evening'

'Absolutely top class pianist. Created the perfect atmosphere'

Jon Nicholas is an elite solo pianist whose unique touch brings unforgettable class to background events, parties, and celebrations. His extensive repertoire encompasses everything from innovative spins on the biggest pop classics to enchanting classical melodies and jazz standards.

His journey as a musician has taken him across the globe, working with a wide range of artists across multiple genres. From his background as a graduate of Trinity College of Music in London, he has graced some of the UK’s most iconic venues, such as the Palladium, Royal Albert Hall, and London’s Jazz Cafe.

From major public events to intimate private gatherings, he can entertain an audience, or provide subtle ambience - his exceptional ability to read the room allows him to create the perfect musical atmosphere.

Jon is equally at home using an in house instrument or providing a range of options, including supplying a grand piano or digital piano if preferred.

What matters most to him is complete audience enjoyment. Whatever size the occasion, he will work closely with you to to make your event truly special.

Pop comp Beatles - Bowie

Classical greats - Clair de Lune

Pop comp Ed Sheeran - Springsteen

Classic pop 1960s to present day

All of me - John Legend

All night long - Lionel Richie

Against all odds - Phil Collins

All you need is love - The Beatles

Blackbird - The Beatles

Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen

Bridge Over Troubled Water - Paul Simon

Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison

Candle in the wind - Elton John

Can’t Help Falling in love with you - Elvis Presley

Can’t take my eyes off you - Andy Williams

Careless Whisper - Wham

Close to you - The Carpenters

Dancing in the dark - Bruce Springsteen

Dancing in the moonlight - Toploader

Desperado - Queen

Don’t look back in anger - Oasis

Don’t stop believin’ - Journey

Easy - The Commodores

Endless Love - Diana Ross and Lionel Richie

Every breath you take - The Police

Fields of Gold - Sting

Have I told you lately that I love you - Van Morrison

Hello - Lionel Richie

How Deep is your love - Bee Gees

Here comes the Sun - The Beatles

Here there and everywhere - The Beatles

Hey Jude - The Beatles

Hit me baby - Britney Spears

I don’t want to miss a thing - Aerosmith

I'm a believer - The Monkees

In my life - The Beatles

Just the way you are - Billy Joel

Let’s stay together - Al Green

Life on Mars - David Bowie

Living on a prayer - Bon Jovi

Love of my life - Queen

Mad World - Tears for Fears

Message in a bottle - The Police

Money Money Money - ABBA

Perfect - Ed Sheeran

Rule the World - Take That

Shake it off - Taylor Swift

Somewhere only we know - Keane

Song for Guy - Elton John

Stand By Me - Ben E King

Sweet Child of Mine - Guns N Roses

The way you look tonight - Eric Clapton

The Greatest Love of All - George Benson

Thinking out loud - Ed Sheeran

Time after Time - Cyndi Lauper

Your song - Elton John

The Look of Love - Dusty Springfield

Trouble - Coldplay

True - Spandau Ballet

Unchained melody - The Righteous Brothers

Yesterday - The Beatles

You got a friend - Carole King

Classical:

Air on a G string

Amazing Grace

Arrival of the Queen of Sheba

Bridal March (Wagner)

Sonata Pathetique (Beethoven)

Clair de Lune (Debussy)

Debussy - La fille aux Cheveux de Lin

Debussy - Pour le Piano (second movement)

Ode to Joy

Jesu Joy of Man’s desiring

Satie - Gymnopedie no 1

Jazz:

Ain't misbehavin' - Fats Waller

As time goes by - Dooley Wilson

Fly me to the moon - Sinatra

Georgia on my mind - Ray Charles

Girl from Ipanema - Sinatra

Hit the road Jack - Ray Charles

Misty - Errol Garner

Moondance - Van Morrison

Moon River - Audrey Hepburn

Round Midnight - Thelonious Monk

Someone to watch over me - Gershwin

Sway - Dean Martin

Unforgettable - Nat King Cole

Bollywood:

Tum Hi Ho

Lag Ja Gale

Jai Ho

Tujh Mein Rab Dikhta Haiere...

Christmas:

Do they know it's Christmas

Driving home for Christmas

I wish it could be Christmas everyday

I wish it could be Christmas everyday

It's begining to look at lot like Christmas

Let it snow

Last Christmas

Silent Night

White Christmas

Winter wonderland

Sample repertoire by genre:

A selection of Jon's most popular tracks

★★★★★

Lawrence A, Regrow Corporate Event

★★★★★

‘Jon played a great mix of music and requests. Nothing was too much trouble’

Goodstuff Media Party

'We couldn't have been more delighted with Jon's playing. He was super helpful and did everything we asked for. A pleasure to deal with from start to finish.'

★★★★★

'Jon played for my 40th birthday party and took our breath away with his beautiful playing. A wonderful evening. We even enjoyed a rock singalong at the end of the night! Thanks again Jon.'

Gill N, wedding celebration

★★★★★

Emma S, private event

'Absolutely top class pianist. Created just the right atmosphere for our summer open day event'