Piano Player | Pianist | Keyboard Player | Musician in Poole Bournemouth, the South of England

Testimonials To Jazz to Blues to Rock 'n' Roll from Professional Cocktail Pianist Simon Page

“What a great night you gave us, you certainly made the party go with a swing. We were still singing on the way home – You’re a real one-man band!”

“Can we book you again for our Ladies night next year? You seem to have the knack of knowing exactly what we want and play accordingly. We particularly like your sense of humour and the way you get us all going towards the end of the evening”

“From the moment we arrived and during our Reception we could hear your music drifting out into the garden. It really added atmosphere to our special day and was just what we wanted. We will have no hesitation in recommending you to others”

“It was a real joy to hear some of those lovely melodies from the past again. They brought back so many memories and you played them beautifully”

“Your music is international and you seem to be able to play anything, how do you remember it all?”

"We even did a little dancing, which we weren't expecting"

" Simon, thank you for such great entertainment. It was good to have a selection of music everyone could enjoy over dinner without interfering with the chatting. We even did a little dancing, which we weren't expecting and no-one was afraid to sing a long if they felt like it. You helped make the evening a great success"
Janice Martin

Simon you're a star

"Simon you're a star! Thank you so much for helping me out Saturday and for finding the time to include a bit of filming after you'd finished! We've had some lovely comments back about your playing and looking forward to hearing you here again at our Beer Festival 17 & 18th July. Thanks again. "
Martin Perry

“Consider yourself booked again for next years Christmas & New Year programme”

“Once again many thanks for providing us with your excellent musical accompaniment during our Ladies Festival held recently at the Elstead Hotel in Bournemouth. I really do enjoy the music as much as the meal. My only problem is deciding whether to eat or sing along, although I do manage (with difficulty) to accomplish both!
Again many thanks, and I hope to be able to appreciate your playing and sense of humour next year”

John Ferguson

They particularly liked you asking them if they had any special requests

“Our customers really loved your music during Sunday lunch. They particularly liked you asking them if they had any special requests. We received several compliments – Well done Simon!”

"Our sincere thanks to Simon for his contribution and musical talent”

“Apart from the rain our special day can only be described as magical and it will be one to remember for the rest of our life. The surroundings and setting of the Marquee in the grounds at Parley Manor were truly magnificent and we couldn’t have chosen a better Venue.
As we walked across the lawn to the red carpet and our guests we could hear Simon’s arrangement of “The Wedding March” and by now we really felt that this was it.
During the signing of the Register we had requested “From this Moment” and Simon played this beautifully. I’m afraid by now all our emotions had really kicked in!
As we walked out of the Marquee Simon played another of our requests “You’re just too good to be true”
Simon continued playing as our guests enjoyed drinks on the lawn and photographs were taken.
A wonderful day and our sincere thanks to Simon for his contribution and musical talent”

Gemma and Kenny.

"Your Repertoire was endless!"

“What a great time we all had at our Mum’s Birthday Party held recently. Everything went as planned with Mum being suitably surprised with all her friends and family gathered together to celebrate this special occasion.
Thank you so much for your contribution in making the evening a success and for ‘playing all the right notes in the right order.’ You played any requests that were made including many melodies that brought back so many memories from her teenage years. We enjoyed music from the Shows, the Big Band era, a touch of blues, and even Andrew Lloyd Webber – it seemed your Repertoire was endless and you were able to please everyone’s taste in music and song.
We will certainly be recommending you to others and will definitely book you again should we organise another event – perhaps even Mum’s 100th, that’s assuming your fingers still work!

Mike and Maggie Magee.

"A pleasure indeed to work with Simon"

I personally found it a pleasure indeed to work with Simon who creates an atmosphere unique in my experience. Not only can he play classical but can also inject humour and laughter into the event. Besides personality I also thought that because Simon was not on a stage and often stood up and spoke, he seemed to be much more 'part of the family party' and approachable. I will look forward to working with you again one day.

Ron Wilson Professional Toast Master.

"I have not come across any professional who is so well in tune with his audience."

Wendy and I were absolutely amazed and pleased with your work ( or is it play) on Saturday Night. I have for many years, been involved in organising and / or attending various functions. In my experience I have not come across any professional who is so well in tune with his audience. Your range of skills, matching of music to mood and general willingness to be a part of the occasion and not just the hired help is an attribute that I could not identify in many others.

Wendy was so pleased and I am sure your ‘interludes’ brightened the whole meal and kept the guests entertained and ‘lively’. They then went on to enjoy the rest of the evening. All who have spoken to me since Saturday night have praised your involvement.

Paul and Wendy Settle

"A memorable evening that will be remembered for many years to come."

I know Michael has already spoken to you but I just had to put into words our sincere gratitude and thanks for the wonderful contribution you made on our special Anniversary.

Your delightful music that welcomed our guests as they arrived and again during dinner beautifully all added to a memorable evening that will be remembered for many years to come.
You were very definitely our ‘King pin’ that night Simon and you pulled out ‘all the stops’
Thanks again,

Michael and Pat Blanchard.

"His playing was both perfect and enjoyable to listen to."

“Carolyn and I had such a wonderful wedding day and we didn't want any of it to end.
Music is important to us both and we had carefully chosen background music to suit the occasion as it blissfully unfolded.

With that in mind, Simon 'entered the stage' early evening and his friendly, playing style was introduced and maintained seamlessly - his playing was both perfect and enjoyable to listen to, which added to everyone's enjoyment during our special day”.

Martin & Carolyn

"You managed to keep us all entertained with your subtle blend of fine music and comedy"

"A huge thank you from my wife and I for your excellent entertainment this last Saturday. You managed to keep us all entertained with your subtle blend of fine music and comedy. Everyone on our weekend enjoyed it thoroughly.
Hope to see you again when we are next in Bournemouth.
Thank you again."

Merrick Platts.

"Thanks for your superb playing, it made the evening complete "

"What a great photo - at the time I didn`t realize everyone was going to get in on the act !! . Thanks for your superb playing, it made the evening complete - I will recommend you at every opportunity."

Thanks again
Ron

"It would not be the same without you!"

“Every year we ask you back and every year we poke fun at you and give you a hard time - this year was no different and as usual you took it in the spirit it was meant. We will want you again next year when hopefully you will have learnt to play the right notes in the right order”

Thanks again Simon, we all think you’re great.
Bob Hill, Torquay.

"Long may you continue to 'tinkle those ivories' "

"Your delightful music and jolly character really made the day. I don't think we will ever forget your Les Dawson version of 'Good King Wenceslas' Cheers Simon, and long may you continue to 'tinkle those ivories'

Stratford-upon-avon Over Fifties Club

"It was so good to have you at our special weekend"

"It was so good to have you at our special weekend - you really are more like a friend than just an entertainer. We’ve attended many Ladies’ Festivals and have always enjoyed them best when you have been playing. So we were truly delighted that you were able to entertain us all at our Festival in Bournemouth – it meant we had absolutely no doubt that everyone would have a great time! And thanks so much for the way you got everybody to sing along with you – as I’ve told you previously you really are a Star. We have already booked you again for next year."

John & Marilyn Ormes
Athlon Ladies Festival – 30.01.2010

Simon played the right balance of background and audience participation music

It was a real pleasure to see Simon again. He was attending a second event on our behalf having travelled a long way to be with us Simon played the right balance of background and audience participation music which made the whole evening a pleasurable experience for everyone. He interacted with the other entertainers, the toast master and the guests throughout the evening and was ‘part of the family’. We will be looking to use him again. Well done

Paul and Wendy Settle
Romney Marsh Lodge – April 2010

I would like to thank you for playing at our Wedding, it was beautiful.

Emma Page.

I like your passion for wonderful music Simon

I like your passion for wonderful music Simon. You have definitely got a whole new load of fans since your CD has been in circulation through ourselves. Keep up that brilliant work and I promise we will work together one day soon.
Lucien De-Laloi
King Crooner

You provided the perfect accompaniment to the meal, light and hugely entertaining!

Thank you once again for playing at our wedding reception. We received numerous comments from our guests about how much they had enjoyed the music- you managed to capture exactly the mood we wanted. You provided the perfect accompaniment to the meal, light and hugely entertaining! The personal touches you added in the speeches went down a treat!
Tim and Cait.
Photo by Greg Cameron-Day @ www.gregcameronday.com

Simon's great repertoire, and entertainment value, is just perfect for any function

Simon's great repertoire, and entertainment value, is just perfect for any function needing background music , or for those wanting the chance of a sing- along.

John Adams
Royal Motor Yacht Club, Sandbanks.