Oliver Sheen
Pianist & Vocalist
Oliver is resident pianist and vocalist at the Ritz Hotel, London. He has entertained many celebrities, stars and royalty there since 1995.
Although only in his mid thirties he has gained vast experience performing at nearly 5000 private and public events. His feather-like touch on the keyboard and soulful voice are a trademark of his art and have entertained and been admired by thousands over the years.
A vast repertoire include the music of Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and Ella Fitzgerald right through the spectrum to more contemporary artists such as Billy Joel, Elton John and Stevie Wonder. Oliver's ability to work an audience is magical.
His colossal musical gift and friendly personality coupled with an uncanny knack of knowing instinctively what people want to hear (even before they do, sometimes!) ensures that wherever he plays, the party always goes with a swing.His voice (with it's three octave range) has been likened to Chet Baker and Billy Joel but with a style that is uniquely Oliver. As one New York music fan put it "He out-Manilows Manilow!"
Oliver creates all his own arrangements that are instantly recognisable for their pianistic dexterity as well as their vocal individualism.
Oliver is resident pianist and vocalist at the Ritz Hotel, London. He has entertained many celebrities, stars and royalty there since 1995.
Although only in his mid thirties he has gained vast experience performing at nearly 5000 private and public events. His feather-like touch on the keyboard and soulful voice are a trademark of his art and have entertained and been admired by thousands over the years.
A vast repertoire include the music of Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and Ella Fitzgerald right through the spectrum to more contemporary artists such as Billy Joel, Elton John and Stevie Wonder. Oliver's ability to work an audience is magical.
His colossal musical gift and friendly personality coupled with an uncanny knack of knowing instinctively what people want to hear (even before they do, sometimes!) ensures that wherever he plays, the party always goes with a swing.His voice (with it's three octave range) has been likened to Chet Baker and Billy Joel but with a style that is uniquely Oliver. As one New York music fan put it "He out-Manilows Manilow!"
Oliver creates all his own arrangements that are instantly recognisable for their pianistic dexterity as well as their vocal individualism.
Stephen Warnet
Pianist Steve is a classically trained pianist with the essential years of experience to create the beautifully mellow atmosphere required for a cocktail lounge or restaurant.
From the timeless classics of George Gershwin, Cole Porter etc. through to more modern artistes such as Elton John and Billy Joel, Steve has many hours of music to provide just the right atmosphere for your event.
From the timeless classics of George Gershwin, Cole Porter etc. through to more modern artistes such as Elton John and Billy Joel, Steve has many hours of music to provide just the right atmosphere for your event.
Karen Newby
Pianogirl
Karen began playing the piano at the age of 4, and was working as a cocktail pianist 10 years later.
She studied piano and violin at Trinity College of Music in London, graduating with a 2/1 honours degree. Her playing career has seen her in many different roles - as keyboard/vocalist with various bands, working with international cabaret artistes; MD for production companies; cocktail pianist/singer; classical recitals; teaching piano and violin to adults and children; pianist for ballet classes and choirs; songwriter; arranger - if it's musical, she's probably been involved! In the course of her musical career, Karen has worked in many different countries and venues. She spent 5 years based in Germany, playing in 5-star hotels around the country (and yes, she does speak German) and on cruise ships, including the Deutschland, Berlin and Astor.
Most recently, she was resident pianist at the Intercontinental Hotel on Park Lane in London for 3
years and was on board the 'Black Watch' for Fred Olsen for 7 months.
Karen began playing the piano at the age of 4, and was working as a cocktail pianist 10 years later.
She studied piano and violin at Trinity College of Music in London, graduating with a 2/1 honours degree. Her playing career has seen her in many different roles - as keyboard/vocalist with various bands, working with international cabaret artistes; MD for production companies; cocktail pianist/singer; classical recitals; teaching piano and violin to adults and children; pianist for ballet classes and choirs; songwriter; arranger - if it's musical, she's probably been involved! In the course of her musical career, Karen has worked in many different countries and venues. She spent 5 years based in Germany, playing in 5-star hotels around the country (and yes, she does speak German) and on cruise ships, including the Deutschland, Berlin and Astor.
Most recently, she was resident pianist at the Intercontinental Hotel on Park Lane in London for 3
years and was on board the 'Black Watch' for Fred Olsen for 7 months.
Daniel Brotherton
Simply Piano
One of the northwest's leading freelance pianists, Daniel has earned quite a reputation over several years, with an extensive collection of beautiful music from the great composers Cole Porter, Duke Ellington, George Gershwin and many more.
Learning the piano at an early age he went on to study at the City of Leeds College of Music before enrolling at The Royal Military School of Music (Kneller Hall).
On graduating he was posted to Germany as a Clarinettist/Pianist where he performed for dignitaries and politicians across Europe. Today he plays regularly at a number of venues around the northwest in addition to performing at weddings, dinner parties, corporate events and other special occasions.
Entertainment Package 1 Mark McClaren sings Rat Pack
Mark performs the classic songs as sung by Frank, Sammy and Dean, with a fully self-contained digital sound system.
Entertainment Package 2 Simply Swing
Piano/Vocalist entertain with songs from the swing era including, it had to be you, Fly me to the moon, Mack the knife and One for my baby (and one more for the road).
Entertainment Package 3 A combination of the two
A mixed bag of entertainment consisting of solo piano, piano/vocals and the swinging sounds of the Rat Pack. (Ideal for a big night!)
Below is a selection of elegant songs regularly performed for wedding receptions, dinner evenings and other special occasions.
Timeless Classics
All the way, As time goes by, Autumn leaves, A Nightingale sang in Berkeley square, Come fly with me, Do nothin' till you hear from me, Embraceable you, Every time we say goodbye, Fly me to the moon, A foggy day, Georgia on my mind, In a sentimental mood, I've got you under my skin, Love is a many splendid thing, Makin whoopee, Misty, Moon river, My funny valentine, Over the rainbow, Pennies from Heaven, Someone to watch over me, Stardust, The way you look tonight, When I fall in love, Unforgettable. and many more!
One of the northwest's leading freelance pianists, Daniel has earned quite a reputation over several years, with an extensive collection of beautiful music from the great composers Cole Porter, Duke Ellington, George Gershwin and many more.
Learning the piano at an early age he went on to study at the City of Leeds College of Music before enrolling at The Royal Military School of Music (Kneller Hall).
On graduating he was posted to Germany as a Clarinettist/Pianist where he performed for dignitaries and politicians across Europe. Today he plays regularly at a number of venues around the northwest in addition to performing at weddings, dinner parties, corporate events and other special occasions.
Entertainment Package 1 Mark McClaren sings Rat Pack
Mark performs the classic songs as sung by Frank, Sammy and Dean, with a fully self-contained digital sound system.
Entertainment Package 2 Simply Swing
Piano/Vocalist entertain with songs from the swing era including, it had to be you, Fly me to the moon, Mack the knife and One for my baby (and one more for the road).
Entertainment Package 3 A combination of the two
A mixed bag of entertainment consisting of solo piano, piano/vocals and the swinging sounds of the Rat Pack. (Ideal for a big night!)
Below is a selection of elegant songs regularly performed for wedding receptions, dinner evenings and other special occasions.
Timeless Classics
All the way, As time goes by, Autumn leaves, A Nightingale sang in Berkeley square, Come fly with me, Do nothin' till you hear from me, Embraceable you, Every time we say goodbye, Fly me to the moon, A foggy day, Georgia on my mind, In a sentimental mood, I've got you under my skin, Love is a many splendid thing, Makin whoopee, Misty, Moon river, My funny valentine, Over the rainbow, Pennies from Heaven, Someone to watch over me, Stardust, The way you look tonight, When I fall in love, Unforgettable. and many more!
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