Managing a wedding budget can be a challenge. You want to create the most memorable, special day (after all, you’ll only do this once!), but you also want to make sure your money is being well-spent. Live music can feel like an unnecessary expense when you could just use a playlist on Spotify or YouTube. But it can transform the atmosphere in the room in a way that music through speakers simply cannot replicate. So in this blog post I’m going to talk you through what you are paying for when you hire a wedding pianist and how much you can expect a wedding pianist to cost. Perfecting a skill At ..read more

Choosing a wedding venue is a big decision. And there are so many options! Countryside manors, sleek city hotels, rustic barns and garden marquees. A marquee wedding is a popular choice during the summer months, and is a perfect way to enjoy a beautiful outdoor setting.  Jess and Rhys opted for a marquee wedding when they got married on the late August bank holiday weekend at The Old Rectory, Llanilid, in South Wales. They wanted a relaxed, festival style vibe and a marquee wedding was the perfect way to achieve this! The Old Rectory is surrounded by beautiful gardens, with an intimate sp ..read more

Photography by Keri Lovell Selecting the right music for your wedding ceremony is a crucial step in creating a moment that you will remember forever! In this blog post, I’m going to give you practical guidance on how to choose your perfect wedding ceremony songs; ones that are personal to you and your love story. You can also access our free template (download below) to simplify the process. Let’s get started on creating your unique wedding ceremony soundtrack! What is your wedding ceremony theme? If you are feeling overwhelmed with knowing where to start when it comes to choosing your music ..read more

As you plan your wedding, you’re undoubtedly focusing on countless details, from the venue’s decor to the flavour of the cake. Yet, amidst all the excitement, there’s one element that often goes unnoticed but plays a pivotal role in creating the ambiance: the background music. Crafting the perfect playlist can seem like a daunting task, and a common question that arises is, ‘How many songs should I include for my background wedding music?’ In this guide we’ll unravel the art of calculating how much music you need, and how to make your background wedding music as stress free as possible! Curati ..read more

Your wedding day is a canvas of emotions, where every element contributes to the masterpiece that is your special occasion. Amidst the whirlwind of planning, from venue choices to floral arrangements and heartfelt vows, it’s easy to overlook the significance of music. But when do you need background wedding music, and what options are there? In this guide, we’ll explore the pros and cons of recorded vs live music, helping you to make the best decision and ensuring that the music seamlessly enhances every moment of your wedding day. There are three main points where you will require background ..read more

Nestled amid the picturesque landscape of South Wales, against a backdrop of green rolling hills, lies a hidden gem of a wedding venue. Cefn Tilla Court is a country house situated in Monmouthsire, South Wales. It’s a place where love stories are woven into the very fabric of its ancient walls, and your dream summer wedding can come to life in its fairytale gardens. A June Wedding at Cefn Tilla Court Emma and Iwan got in touch with us a few months before their wedding. They were looking for a wedding pianist in South Wales who could provide live piano music for their wedding ceremony at Cefn T ..read more

When it comes to setting the perfect atmosphere for your wedding, few instruments can rival the elegance and charm of the piano. Piano songs offer a timeless and beautiful backdrop, enhancing your dream wedding ceremony. To help you choose the ideal piano songs, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 piano tunes that will add a touch of magic to your wedding. TOP 10 PIANO SONGS ‘I Giorni’ by Ludovico Einaudi Einauid’s piano music has become synonymous with creating atmosphere and emotion. This beautiful piano song makes for a beautiful ceremony entrance, and is long enough for larger bridal par ..read more

Introducing HMH Piano Collective, a luxury piano agency based in the UK. We provide professional, classically trained wedding pianists who will perform beautiful, elegant music to delight and entertain you and your guests at your dream wedding.  It’s been 14 years since Hannah set up South Wales Pianist, back when she was at the very start of her career, working things out as she went along! To begin with it was just Hannah, a homemade website and a super heavy digital piano (to this day she can’t believe she managed to lug it around on her own!). Hannah started out as a wedding pianist a ..read more

If you’re struggling to know how many wedding songs to choose for your ceremony, keep reading because this post is for you! Bridal Entry Wedding Song The first wedding song you need to choose is the music that will be played as you walk down the aisle. This is one of the most important pieces of music you will choose for your wedding ceremony. Choose something that you really love and will capture that moment perfectly! Signing of the Schedule Wedding Song Then you need to choose some music for the signing of the schedule. It’s worth having two, maybe three wedding songs prepared here. You’ll ..read more

Welcome to July! Are you loving our summer so far as much as I am?! If you’ve been working on your wedding plans lately I hope everything is going smoothly. It can feel quite overwhelming at times, but when you finally arrive at your big day it will all be worth it as you create memories that will last a lifetime! At the beginning of last month, we had a big brand shoot for South Wales Pianist – it was such a fun day and one of the rare occasions when the full team of pianists were together in one place! There are exciting things coming for South Wales Pianist before the end of the year – it ..read more