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Ben Choy: Wedding pianist is a wedding musician based out of Derby in England's Derbyshire region. Ben has been playing at weddings since 2008, although his performance career started in 2001. He began as a classical musician, performing at illustrious venues like London's Royal Albert Hall and Royal Festival Hall. His talent has also helped him travel around the world to countries like Austria, Italy, and Malaysia.

Services Offered

Ben Choy: Wedding pianist offers classical and jazz accompaniment for your big day. In addition to playing the music, Ben is also happy to create personalised song arrangements that will elevate any performance. Couples are invited to request new songs if there's a special number that isn't already in his repertoire. This musician can provide instrumental accompaniment for the ceremony, drinks reception, wedding breakfast, and evening reception.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Ceremony music
Cocktail/banquet music
Dance music
Entertainment

What is included in the wedding package?

Classical, Jazz & Contemporary piano instrumental music during (1) Marriage Ceremony (2) Drinks Reception (3) Wedding Breakfast (4) Evening spectacle including the First Dance and Wedding cake cutting. More detail available on https://benchoypianist.co.uk/

How far in advance should I contact you?

As soon as possible to plan in advance music requests, to allow Ben to then create/write special musical arrangements to pieces/songs selected by the Bride & Groom

What style of music do you offer?

Classical
Lounge
Jazz
Rock
Regional
Ethnic
Latest hits
Pop
Folk

Type of musical group:

Solo
Soloist

Size of group:

Soloist

Repertoire:

Ben can perform original & musically adapted versions to 150+ composers & musical performance artists across Classical, Jazz, Disney, Musicals, Film. Examples: https://benchoypianist.co.uk/repertoire

Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire?

Yes. Ben can learn any musical requests. Alongside a strength in musical performance, Ben specialises in music writing & composing arrangements to pieces/songs requested by the Bride & Groom

What's your experience?

Ben has over 20 years of performance experience. Since 2001, performing at venues across the UK including the Royal Albert Hall & Royal Festival Hall in London, Birmingham Symphony Hall, and overseas

Do you have your own equipment?

Yes

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, united Kingdom

Is there a charge for travelling?

Yes, small coverage for fuel where beyond 50 miles on Ben's base in South Derbyshire (UK Midlands)

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Alone

What is the length of time of the act?

Ranges between 1 hour to Full day (if all services requested including performing at the Marriage Ceremony, Drinks Reception, Wedding Breakfast, Evening Spectacle First Dance & Wedding Cake Cutting)

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

1 week

Do you do open-air acts?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

No. Ben will arrange discussions with the couple in advance to agree performance services desired. A contract & fixed price is agreed in advance. Any extra goodwill performing Ben does not charge

What are the forms of payment?

Bank transfer or cash (based on preference of the couple)
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