Question 1

What music can you play for our wedding/event?

Accepted Answer

In a nutshell- anything!
 I have an extensive list, which can be found on my repertoire page which can be viewed here
However, this list is constantly expanding and I will probably have missed things off! 
Every wedding packages includes some bespoke pieces.

Trust me when I saw no song can not be 'wedding-fyed', as can be seen by the video of the F1 theme!

Visit my social media pages to see the latest pieces I have played.

You can listen to pieces I have recorded and uploaded here

You can watch pieces I have recorded and uploaded here

Question 2

What areas do you cover?

Accepted Answer

I mainly perform across Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and the wider East Midlands.
Travel within 30 miles is included, with a small additional fee for venues further afield.
If you’re getting married a little further away and like what I do, please do get in touch—I’ll always do my best to be there for your day.

Question 3

Do you provide a piano if the venue doesn’t have one?

Accepted Answer

Yes, my Grand Piano shell is included in every booking. I’m also happy to play any piano that’s at your wedding- however, please check with the venue to make sure it has been tuned and ask what type of piano it is!

Question 4

Can you play outside?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I’m always happy to perform outdoors. This requires access to a reliable power source, suitable cover or shade, and a simple backup plan in case of changing weather. Please let your venue know so everything can be arranged seamlessly.

Question 5

Can you play organ too?

Accepted Answer

Yes I can!

It might surprise you that the organ requires you to play in quite a different way to the piano.

If you are having a church ceremony which includes hymns, I can play these too- either from my keyboard on a very realistic organ setting or on the church organ. It is important to communicate with the priest/vicar about this early on in the process.

This would be an additional cost, due to the fact that no two church organs are alike! Therefore, I would either visit the church before your wedding day to practise on the organ, or at the very least arrive at the church even earlier to practise on the day. However, you would be paying an additional sum to an organist anyway, so I would be cheaper!

Question 6

What is the booking process like?

Accepted Answer

I try my best to make the booking process as smooth and straightforward as can be. In a nutshell:

•	Send me an enquiry with your date
•	Let’s have a quick chat (ideally over the phone/Zoom, but email/messages are fine if you’ve got 	all the answers you need!)
•	I’ll send the deposit details over to you to secure your booking (it’s just 20%)
•	Send me any song requests when you can – ideally a few months before your wedding, but I’ll 	always try my very best to learn anything for you. 
•	A further 30% is due 6 months before your wedding
•	Remaining balance  (50%) is due 30 days before your wedding

Question 7

What is your cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

My cancellation policy requires a non-refundable deposit upon booking to secure your date. Whilst I understand unexpected situations may arise, the deposit compensates for potential lost bookings. If cancellation occurs less than three months in advance, the full amount becomes due and non-refundable. Above all, I value clear communication and am happy to address any questions or concerns you may have.

Question 8

Do you have liability insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I’m fully insured, and my equipment is PAT tested.

BEN STEVENSON
MUSIC

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