Based in Durham in the North East, Mark has been playing piano, keyboards and organ professionally for almost 20 years, with a wealth of experience in many areas including function work, theatre, accompanying, concert performances and band work.
As a function pianist, Mark has played for hundreds of weddings, parties and events, and whether you require live music through your wedding breakfast, drinks reception, organ or piano for your wedding service, or any combination of the above, he will work with you to provide whatever you need, and whatever style of music.
Some of the many beautiful wedding venues Mark has played at across the North East include Rockcliffe Hall, Lumley Castle, Ramside Hall, Seaham Hall, Woodhill Hall, Le Petit Chateau, Newton Hall, Lartington Hall, Ellingham Hall, The Sage, The Copthorne Hotel, Alnwick Castle, Alnwick Gardens, Healey Barns, The South Causey Inn, Eshott Hall, Wallington Hall, Beamish Hall, Slayley Hall, Matfen Hall and many more.
Mark’s work as an accompanist, musical director, concert electronic organist, theatre pit musician, vocal coach and member of many bands playing a variety of genres of music has meant he is experienced in any style of music that you would like for your day. He has also been Musical Director at the Gala Theatre, Durham for the last 8 years for their annual pantomime.
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