“We asked Daniel to choose some songs for when we signed the register and the selection that he chose was perfect. Thank you Daniel for making our day memorable!”
“From the very first note to the final song, their playing added an elegant, emotional, and unforgettable touch to the entire event.”
“Dan was fantastic. He played the songs we requested perfectly. Would definitely recommend Dan for any event.”
Piano for Your Wedding Day
From the arrival of your guests to the ceremony and drinks reception, live piano can provide a natural soundtrack to your wedding day. I perform a mixture of jazz standards, contemporary songs and personal requests, tailored to suit your venue, your guests and the atmosphere you want to create.
Ceremony
Live piano throughout your ceremony, including music as guests arrive, your entrance, the signing of the register and your exit as a married couple.
I’m also happy to learn specific songs that are meaningful to you, so the music feels personal to your day.
From £295
Drinks Reception
Up to two hours of live piano during your drinks reception, creating a relaxed atmosphere while you and your guests celebrate.
My repertoire centres around well-known popular songs performed in a relaxed jazz style, alongside traditional jazz standards and personal requests, tailored to suit the atmosphere of your wedding.
From £325
Ceremony + Drinks Reception
Live piano for both your wedding ceremony and drinks reception, giving you a continuous musical backdrop across two key parts of the day.
This includes guest arrival, ceremony music, signing of the register, your exit, followed by up to two hours of live piano during the drinks reception.
From £450
Piano Lessons
Private piano lessons for children and adults across Harrogate, Knaresborough, Rawdon and surrounding areas.
I’m a Leeds Conservatoire jazz piano graduate, teaching at Yorkshire Music School in Saltaire and The Music Bank in Knaresborough alongside my private students. Lessons cover jazz, popular music, improvisation, harmony and practical musicianship.
AUDIO SHOWCASE
ABOUT
Daniel Williams is a pianist with a BA (Hons) degree in Jazz at Leeds Conservatoire. Known for his exceptional musical abilities and innate melodic intuition, Daniel has become a sought-after performer, enriching numerous events performing soulful renditions of jazz standards to captivating interpretations of well-known pop pieces.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. I’m happy to learn particular songs for key moments such as your entrance, signing of the register and exit, as well as other requests that are meaningful to you.
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My style is rooted in jazz, and I specialise in performing well-known popular songs in a relaxed jazz style. I also play traditional jazz standards, and can tailor the repertoire to suit the atmosphere of your wedding.
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No. I can provide my own Yamaha digital piano and PA system where required. If your venue has a suitable acoustic or grand piano, I’m also very happy to perform on that.
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Yes, provided there is suitable cover from rain or poor weather, a safe and dry performance area, and access to power where required.
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Yes. I’m a member of the Musicians’ Union and have public liability insurance for my performances.
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Ceremony bookings cover guest arrival, your entrance, signing of the register and your exit. Drinks reception bookings include up to two hours of live piano.
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I’m based in West Yorkshire and perform throughout Yorkshire, the North of England and the Midlands. I’m also available to travel throughout the UK.
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My advertised prices include normal travel within my main working area. For weddings further afield, I’ll provide one clear total price before booking, so there are no unexpected travel costs.
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Once I’ve confirmed availability for your date, a 20% booking deposit secures your wedding in my diary. You can enquire using the contact form on this page or email me directly at danwilliamspiano@gmail.com. The remaining balance is due closer to the wedding date
Repertoire
Please note that the repertoire showcased is a curated selection. The catalogue extends beyond what is displayed below.Specific requests can be made upon enquiry.Standards
All The Things You Are
My Romance
Days of Wine and Roses
It Never Entered My Mind
Like Someone in Love
Someday My Prince Will Come
Popular
God Only Knows
What Was I Made For?
Perfect
My Cherie Amour
Something
Everything I Do
Festive
Fairytale of New York
The Christmas Song
Christmas Time Is Here
When Christmas Comes to Town
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
White Christmas