Events
The pianos are now gone, but here’s a list for posterity of all the events which took place.
Keys to the City - Michael Faraday Primary School
23rd June: 12-2pm
Moving between Leadenhall Market, Devonshire Square Estate, Cutlers gardens, Liverpool Street, and the Royal Exchange Building.
A singing piano tour by Michael Faraday Primary School, presented by City of London Festival Education.
Keys to the City - Clerkenwell Parochial Primary School
2nd July: 12-2pm
Moving between Millennium Brige, St Mary-le-bow Churchyard, Paternoster Square, St Paul's Cathedral Churchyard.
Touring singing performance by students from Clerkenwell Parochial Primary School, presented by City of London Festival Education.
Keys to the City - Gloucester Primary School
7th July: 12-2pm
Moving between Leadenhall Market, Devonshire Square Estate, Cutlers gardens, Liverpool Street, and the Royal Exchange Building.
A singing piano tour by students of Gloucester Primary School, presented by City of London Festival Education.
Keys to the City - Michael Faraday Primary School
30th June: 12-2pm
Moving between Leadenhall Market, Devonshire Square Estate, Cutlers gardens, Liverpool Street, and the Royal Exchange Building.
A singing piano tour by students of Michael Faraday Primary School, presented by City of London Festival Education.
Keys to the City - Hugh Myddelton Primary School
9th July: 12-2pm
Moving between Millennium Brige, St Mary-le-bow Churchyard, Paternoster Square, St Paul's Cathedral Churchyard.
Touring singing performance by students from Hugh Myddelton Primary School, presented by City of London Festival Education.
Sing the 60s – Beatles to Motown
13th June: Half hour sessions between 13:00 and 17:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Sing 60s songs in Carnaby Street!
Keys to the City - Virginia Primary School
25th June: 12-2pm
Moving between Millennium Brige, St Mary-le-bow Churchyard, Paternoster Square, St Paul's Cathedral Churchyard.
Touring singing performance by students from Virginia Primary School, presented by City of London Festival Education.
PianoKey
5th June: 12:00
Piano: St Paul's Cathedral
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Singing History Events
8th June: 18:30 - 20:00
Piano: British Library
Sing your way through London's history. From the tavern to the gentleman's club, discover the story of London through its historic songs. Learn the hidden meanings of street traders’ rhymes, find out how ballads spread news and why Londoners left town to spend their summers 'hopping'.
Tickets £6 from British Library Box office
PianoKey
10th June: 20:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
World Busk Performance
14th June: 12:00
Piano: Southwark Park Bandstand
Posted by: Robert Juritz
We plan to play for about 30 mins as part of the World Busk Charity Event, raising money for Musequality, a charity that supports music projects for children in the developing world. It all depends on if the piano is there on the day..
Street Piano Blast!
17th June: 13:00-15:00 and 18:00-20:00
Old Ceramics Gallery, 7 Marshall St, London, W1V 1LP
Bring a friend; make a friend & learn a London song in 2 hours with Richmond Jazz School vocal coach Linley Weir and London Jazz schools students – all welcome. Free but donations welcome.
To a Wild Rose - Edward MacDowell
19th June: 11:15
Piano: Lyric Square
Posted by: Lance Foyster (beginner)
Lance Foyster MW, better known - to his colleagues in the trade at least - as a wine importer has also been learning piano for the last 18 months, and now needs a little experience at playing in public. Please do not heckle, it will only last 2 minutes!
To a Wild Rose - (by a beginner)
19th June: 12:00
Piano: Portobello Road
Posted by: Lance Foyster (beginner)
Lance Foyster , age 47 (wine importer by day, and enthusiastic piano beginner by night ) , will ease his way into playing in public - preferably with an inattentive, non-critical audience - with "To a Wild Rose" a simple but charming short piece (2 minutes) by Edward MacDowell
Richard Swan
19th June: 20:00
Piano: Millennium Bridge
Posted by: Richard Swan
Come and croon along with Richard as he plays and sings a wide range of songs, from classics to moderns... not sure how long it'll go on for but let's see...!
Morning wake up call
22nd June: 09:00
Piano: Smithfield Market
Posted by: Chloe G
A quick 15 minute energetic burst of piano to help start Monday off with a bang! Come and make sure that you start the week the right way!
Singing History Events
22nd June: 18:30 - 20:00
Fulham Library, 598 Fulham Road, SW6 5NX
Sing your way through London's history. From the tavern to the gentleman's club, discover the story of London through its historic songs. Learn the hidden meanings of street traders’ rhymes, find out how ballads spread news and why Londoners left town to spend their summers 'hopping'. Led by Sam Lee of The English Folk Dance Society.
Free admission /refreshments available
Willy O'Wonte
22nd June: 19:00
Piano: Millennium Bridge
Posted by: Will Lindley
Watch Will Lindley aka Willard Price slash Willy O'Wonte and his 10 fingers perform with the fabulous Christopher Milner on tin whistle and Tom Bird on trombone. Expect the unexpected and bring down your own instrument to join in. The person with the most obscure instrument will win a digestive biscuit.
Lunch time jazz in the park
23rd June: 12:30
Piano: Smithfield Market
Posted by: The Sheridan Duo
A trumpet and piano jazz duo jam. Enjoy your lunch in the park to the chilled sound of some classic jazz tunes. (Approx 1 hour duration).
Music to munch along to
23rd June: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
Any Chopin?
23rd June: 13:15
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Yohara Robby
23 of June around 13.15pm in Leicester Square, I will be playing a piano-rock-song from the XIX century...Umm?
www.myspace.com/yohararobby
Leila and I
23rd June: 14:00
Piano: Portobello Road
Posted by: Connie Chamberlayne
Check us out (www.myspace.com/leilaandi) and come have a jig! We'll be filming our 5th Video blog so come be a part of it! (www.youtube.com/leilaandi)
Grand Opening
23rd June: 16:00
Piano: Harrow Road
Posted by: Kat
Grand Opening of the Harrow Road streetpiano,
from 4 - 8pm.
Various musical talents performing including jazz musician, composer and singer, Jonathan Cohen.
Piano Street Party
23rd June: 18:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Emily Evans
To celebrate the birth of a new piano to the streets of London, and the hours I've spent painting this little wonder...... my friends and I will be gathering around for a knees-up. Come join us!
The (amateur) Human Jukebox
23rd June: 18:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: MattC
Chuck me a tune and I'll see if I can play it...
The Big Streetpiano Launch
23rd June: 18:30 - 19:30
Piano: Leicester Square
Goodbye Piccadilli… Farewell Leicester Square; Open Piano Mic
Singing Policeman, Pearly Kings and Queens, Piano Virtuosos, street choirs…
Mojo Wellington - Busking Cancer
23rd June: 19:30
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Mojo Wellington
After the official launch, Mojo keeps the party going with the blues, boogie-woogie, jazz, funk, soul - and you!!
Come and join in the fun. Sing a song, clap a hand or two, tap a toe or ten.
And all in aid of Cancer Research UK.
http://www.buskingcancer.co.uk/
Music to munch along to
24th June: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
Piano Club
24th June: 16:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Yohara Robby
I will play a few piano-bar song...any one would like to join the piano after me?
Piano Club
24th June: 16:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Yohara Robby
I will play a few piano-bar song...any one would like to join after?
Camberwell Complaints Chorus
24th June: 17:00 - 19:00
Piano: Camberwell Green
Come and air your grievances about life in Camberwell – from the trivial to the catastrophic – and help set them to music for a quick sing-a-long with James Sherwood: stand-up comedian, pianist, singer, and writer for BBC Radio 4's Now Show and the News Quiz (and Camberwell near-neighbour).
Under fives storytime singalong
25th June: 11:00
Piano: Church Street Market
Posted by: Alison Clarke
The Church Street Library under fives storytime will cross the road and play with the piano! For babies and toddlers, children under five, and their parents or guardians.
Music to munch along to
25th June: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
Contemplative Piano
25th June: 13:45
Piano: St Paul's Cathedral
Posted by: Yohara Robby
May I play a spiritual piano song.
Julian Velard Live
25th June: 16:30
Piano: Westbourne Triangle
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 15 to 20 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
MaJiKer!
25th June: 16:30
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: MaJiKer
MaJiKer is in London this week and will be stopping by Soho Square to perform tracks from his debut album "Body-Piano-Machine". The event will be filmed as part of a trilogy of street performances in different european cities. A very special event at a very special piano!
www.majiker.com
Charles Edward Brooke School in concert
25th June: 17:00 - 18:00
Piano: Camberwell Green
Steel-pans and Brass from Charles Edward Brook School play traditional songs at the Camberwell Piano. Be sure to expect something loud and proud from some of the best school-musicians in South East London.
Julian Velard Live
25th June: 17:15
Piano: Portobello Road
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London Witness a 15 to 20 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Julian Velard Live
25th June: 18:00
Piano: Harrow Road
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 20 to 30 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Julian Velard Live
25th June: 18:45
Piano: Lyric Square
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 20 to 30 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Alice in Ordnung
25th June: 19:00
Piano: Harrow Road
Posted by: Kat
Local talents Jono and Stewart will be entertaining us with some folk and impromptu tunes
Oh! You Pretty Things
25th June: 19:30
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Richard Staines
A tribute to the music of David Bowie, approximately until I run out of songs that I can remember!
Julian Velard Live
26th June: 11:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 20 to 30 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Paladin Dreams
26th June: 13:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Marcus PJ TAN
I believe that heaven will be something along the lines of Beethoven, sitting together with Five for Fighting, and the composers for the soundtracks of Clannad and Fate/Stay Night, discussing the joys of music all day long. Please allow me to share this vision of heaven with you with my own special playlist of music designed to enthrall, inspire and entertain.
Music to munch along to
26th June: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
Julian Velard Live
26th June: 13:45
Piano: London Wall
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 20 to 30 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Julian Velard Live
26th June: 14:30
Piano: St Mary Aldermary
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 20 to 30 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Julian Velard Live
26th June: 15:15
Piano: Royal Exchange Buildings
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 15 to 20 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Young Talent
26th June: 15:30
Piano: Lyric Square
Posted by: Maria Hage
A 15 year old self-taught pianist of 19 months takes to the street piano with pieces from the popular Final Fantasy series, and original compositions, lasting approximately 20 minutes, whilst being dressed up in a special costume...
Play for Fun
26th June: 16:00
Piano: London Wall
Posted by: Yohara Robby and Hana Robby
Play for fun, we will play something no one in the hell can sing!
How?
Love
Julian Velard Live
26th June: 16:15
Piano: Paternoster Square
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 15 to 20 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Julian Velard Live
26th June: 17:30
Piano: British Library
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London, accompanied by his personal physician, Miles Christie. Witness a 15 to 20 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Julian Velard Live
26th June: 18:30
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London, accompanied by his personal physician, Miles Christie. Witness a 15 to 20 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Julian Velard Live
26th June: 19:30
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London, accompanied by his personal physician, Miles Christie. Witness a 20 to 30 min set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
U Post-It, We'll Play-It
26th June: 20:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: IAN ENGLISH & JOHN ORCHARD
Ian English & John Orchard, your keyboard duettists for 20 to 30 minutes, will arrive with Post-It Notes and Biros - so YOU can write down what songs you'd like to sing as they tickle the ivories. They may even play the same song that you're singing. Grand finale features a 100-strong choir (subject to audience numbers). May contain nuts.
Camberwell scratch singers in concert
26th June: 20:00
Piano: Camberwell Green
Your chance to hear the newest chorus in Camberwell in concert with their exciting take on some well-known songs associated with Camberwell.
Julian Velard Live
26th June: 20:30
Piano: Millennium Bridge
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London, accompanied by his personal physician, Miles Christie. Witness a 15 to 20 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Julian Velard Live
26th June: 21:30
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London, accompanied by his personal physician, Miles Christie. Witness a 20 to 30 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Musical theatre bonanza
27th June: 09:00
Piano: Paternoster Square
Posted by: Michael Travis
Original musical numbers with singers, actors and performers from the Putney Arts Theatre and other London threatre groups.
Mojo Wellington
27th June: 12:00
Piano: St Paul's Cathedral
Posted by: Mojo Wellington
Blues, boogie-woogie, funk, soul, alt-country - it will all be here. Join Mojo Wellington and maybe a few friends for an hour of musical fun and frolics.
Dark Side of the Moon
27th June: 12:00
Piano: Lyric Square
Posted by: Marcus Nicholson
Early Floyd, with a particular slant from 1972, playing Speak to me, Breathe, Time, The great gig in the sky, etc, and finishing with, Comfortably Numb - playing THAT guitar solo on piano!
Capital Children’s Choir
27th June: 12:30
Piano: Plaza Shopping Centre
Posted by: Rachel Santesso
The world famous Capital Children’s Choir will perform live at the Plaza Oxford Street as part of the Street Piano Project on Saturday 27th June around 12.30pm
The choir, which numbers some of London’s finest young female vocalists, will be performing a selection of contemporary classic hits by the likes of Blondie, Coldplay and The Beatles through to traditional favourites. www.capitalchoir.com
Sing Irish London
27th June: 13:00 and 15:00
Piano: Lyric Square
From Molly Malone to Danny boy to Irish Eyes are Smiling… Join in sing session led by Irish Culture Centre
Mojo Wellington
27th June: 13:30
Piano: Millennium Bridge
Posted by: Mojo Wellington
The Millennium Bridge may wobble, but your voices won't, when you join Mojo for a musical sing-along and tap-along. Come on down...
Ivory Pearl on the old Joanna
27th June: 14:00
Piano: Church Street Market
Posted by: Anne Clements
Chloe Coggin, a talented 16 year old ivory pearl (Cockney rhyming slang for girl) makes her debut at Church Street Market, playing a mixture of pop ranging from A Thousand Miles to Let it Be. Piano decoration by Anne Clements, whose exhibition, “Cockney Coded”, is on at the Old Joanna Gallery, 90 Church Street. So comb yer barnet, come on down, and ‘ave a ding dong round the old Joanna!
(15-20 minute session)
Sing Market Songs
27th June: 14:30 and 15:30 (two half-hour sessions)
Piano: Church Street Market
Red Eyed Suburbanites lead the whole market in song round the Church Street Piano. Sing Market songs from Molly Malone to Obladee Obglada. There will be two half hour sessions for people of every age. Live a little... Sing a little... Sing Church Street Market.......
Mojo Wellington
27th June: 14:45
Piano: Paternoster Square
Posted by: Mojo Wellington
Another hour of musical fun and games from Mojo.
Singalong with Angela and Bill
27th June: 15:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Bill Peck & Angela Abelian
Russian jazz singer, Angela Abelian, accompanied by Bill Peck on the piano in a selection of songs old and new.
Gospel Singalong
27th June: 15:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Let's Sing Gospel
Love Gospel Music? Come and sing, come and hum, come and clap as we sing Gospel together!
We will be at this location for 2 hours
Free Lesson: Piano for Singers
27th June: 16:00
Piano: Natural History Museum
Posted by: Yohara Robby
Yeah! everybody can who can talk can sing, a free Piano lesson for singers and singing exercises...bring your friends and family, the first 5 to come will be attended, all ages welcome!
www.myspace.com/yohararobby
TN Music
27th June: 16:30
Piano: Church Street Market
Posted by: Tanya Nyari
Sing-a-long round the piano plus children playing pieces they are learning for their Guildhall Piano Exams.
Ivory Pearl on the old Joanna
28th June: 11:30
Piano: British Library
Posted by: Anne Clements
Chloe Coggin, a talented 16 year old ivory pearl (Cockney rhyming slang for girl) plays the old Joanna, painted in Cockney rhyming slang phrases and images for the British Library. Making her debut Chloe, will play a mixture of pop ranging from A Thousand Miles to Let it Be. Piano calligraphy by John Bull, and photographic images by Anne Clements. So comb yer barnet, come on down and ‘ave a ding dong! 15-20 minute session
Summer Time with Roger Limb
28th June: 11:45
Piano: British Library
Posted by: Anne Clements
Roger Limb, arranger, pianist and former BBC composer, who has written at least 200 songs for kids programmes and scores for shows such as Dr Who will be playing jazz classics, including "Summer Time" and "Night and Day".
Free piano lessons for singers
28th June: 11:45
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Hana Robby
Free piano and sing lessons...enjoy the benefits of playing/learning/singing/music...it's free, it's free...bring your family, friends...
Pearly Kings & Queens have a sing song round the old Joanna
28th June: 12:00
Piano: British Library
Posted by: Anne Clements
Pearly Kings & Queens have a sing song round the old Joanna
Decked out in their shiniest pearl buttons, the Pearlies will sing a 20 minute set of London songs around the Cockney themed Joanna, including “Barrow Boy”. So after you’ve listened to the Ivory Pearl, Chloe Coggin, stay while the Pearlies pour out their jam tarts! Then have a cup of Rosie Lee on the Piazza. Donations will go to one of their charities.
The Einaudi Collection
28th June: 13:00
Piano: Lyric Square
Posted by: Donna
A selection of 5-6 pieces from Ludovico Einaudi...if my fingers can last that long! More contemporary than classical, his pieces have a sense of melancholic beauty to them - gives me a break from our manic lifestyle anyway, see if you think the same! Approx 20-30mins
Sing songs of summer
28th June: 14:00 and 15:00
Piano: Natural History Museum
Sing songs of summer at the Natural History Museum’s Garden piano
Songs of Summer
28th June: 14:00
Piano: Natural History Museum
Posted by: Jazz Artists Direct, Helen Baden
28 June 2009 2 - 4pm
Songs of Summer with Jazz Artists Direct: relax and be entertained by upcoming singer/songwriter and pianist Anoushka Lucas and her breathtaking repertoire of new songs, followed by the honeyed tones of vocalist Helen Baden and her ace jazz pianist, performing jazz classics. Get the lyrics, join the chorus, sing along! Admission free, donations welcome.
Julian Velard Live
28th June: 14:00
Piano: Middlesex Street Estate
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 20 to 30 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Julian Velard Live
28th June: 14:30
Piano: Devonshire Square Estate
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 20 to 30 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Julian Velard Live
28th June: 15:30
Piano: St Mary Axe
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 20 to 30 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Julian Velard Live
28th June: 16:00
Piano: Leadenhall Market
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 20 to 30 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
ILANA LORRAINE's ALBUM PREVIEW
28th June: 16:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: ILANA LORRAINE
ILANA and her band will be showing up to do a live preview of her forthcoming album. After winning a showcase and securing £15k that fans invested in her from www.slicethepie.com. come and here some SOUL, JAZZ and REGGAE vibes in the SUNSHINE - Hear my music on www.reverbnation.com/ilanalorraine - and follow my blog on www.ilanalorraine.blogspot.com...Njoy the sun rays x ilana
Julian Velard Live
28th June: 16:00
Piano: St Mary-le-Bow
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 20 to 30 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Charlie Stacey
28th June: 16:30
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Charlie Stacey
Charlie, 14, will be playing 30 minutes of improvisation in any style. He appeared on BBC1's One Show with Jools Holland. Expect the Unexpected!
Julian Velard Live
28th June: 17:00
Piano: St Paul's Cathedral
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 20 to 30 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Julian Velard Live
28th June: 18:00
Piano: Smithfield Market
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard is taking his act to the streets of London. Witness a 20 to 30 minute set of originals and covers as JV makes way across London, one Piano at a time. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard
Classical interlude
29th June: 12:00
Piano: Paternoster Square
Posted by: Wendy Ray
Wendy Ray will be playing selections from Brahms, Chopin, Tchaikovsky and ... Scott Joplin!
Music to munch along to
29th June: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
Sail Away with The Hall Of Mirrors
29th June: 17:30
Piano: Portobello Road
Posted by: The Hall Of Mirrors
Piano - Violin - Viola - Guitar - Singing
A Hazy world of beauty and love - let The Hall Of Mirrors take you to a wonderous place!
Singalong with Angela and Bill
29th June: 19:30
Piano: No.20 Soho Square
Posted by: Bill Peck
Russian jazz singer, Angela Abelian accompanied by Bill Peck in a selection of songs old and new.
Music to munch along to
30th June: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
Julian Velard & Rachel Furner Live
30th June: 14:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Piano Man Julian Velard and Mercury Records' Piano Girl Rachel Furner are playing in the streets of London. Witness a 15 to 20 from each artist of originals and covers. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard, http://www.myspace.com/rachelfurner
Underbling & Vow's Knees Up
30th June: 14:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Underbling & Vow
Underbling & Vow - London's very own Knees Up singalong superstars! The Darlings of Hackney Empire, the Marie Lloyd Bar singing saloon and the Double Decker Knees Up routemaster bus singing tours. They will take you on a journey Up the Elephant, Down the Strand, Underneath the Arches, through Rehab, via East End grime and 80’s TV theme tunes, rolling the barrel all the way, with their all inclusive, raucous, rebellious and ridiculous KNEES UP
Underbling & Vow's Knees Up
30th June: 15:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Underbling & Vow
Underbling & Vow - London's very own Knees Up singalong superstars! The Darlings of Hackney Empire, the Marie Lloyd Bar singing saloon and the Double Decker Knees Up routemaster bus singing tours. They will take you on a journey Up the Elephant, Down the Strand, Underneath the Arches, through Rehab, via East End grime and 80’s TV theme tunes, rolling the barrel all the way, with their all inclusive, raucous, rebellious and ridiculous KNEES UP
no1,mvt.1
30th June: 15:00
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Beethoven-Symphonies
Francoise-Green piano duo
Julian Velard & Rachel Furner Live
30th June: 15:00
Piano: Plaza Shopping Centre
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Piano Man Julian Velard and Mercury Records' Piano Girl Rachel Furner are playing in the streets of London. Witness a 15 to 20 from each artist of originals and covers. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard, http://www.myspace.com/rachelfurner
no1,mvt.4
30th June: 15:30
Piano: Devonshire Square Estate
Posted by: Beethoven-Symphonies
Francoise-Green piano duo
Local Professional Pianist
30th June: 16:00
Piano: Church Street Market
Posted by: Alexander Vydelingum
Alexander plays professionally at the Landmark Hotel, Marylebone and will be playing for the local community.
Julian Velard Live
30th June: 16:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Julian Velard
Virgin Records Piano Man Julian Velard and Mercury Records Piano Girl Rachel Furner are playing in the streets of London. Witness a 15 to 20 from each artist of originals and covers. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard, http://www.myspace.com/rachelfurner
no2,mvt.1
30th June: 16:00
Piano: Middlesex Street Estate
Posted by: Beethoven-Symphonies
Francoise-Green piano duo
Underbling & Vow's Knees Up
30th June: 16:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Underbling & Vow
Underbling & Vow - London's very own Knees Up singalong superstars! The Darlings of Hackney Empire, the Marie Lloyd Bar singing saloon and the Double Decker Knees Up routemaster bus singing tours. They will take you on a journey Up the Elephant, Down the Strand, Underneath the Arches, through Rehab, via East End grime and 80’s TV theme tunes, rolling the barrel all the way, with their all inclusive, raucous, rebellious and ridiculous KNEES UP
no2,mvt.2
30th June: 16:30
Piano: St Mary Axe
Posted by: Beethoven-symphonies
Francoise-Green piano duo
Double Bill: Andrew Balkwill and Anoushka Lucas Live
30th June: 17:00
Piano: Millennium Bridge
Posted by: Emma Boden-Lee
Tue 30th June, 5 - 6 pm
Two talented young singer songwriters/pianists bring you their respective latest sounds. Steinway sponsored Balkwill has been writing since the age of 7 and Lucas, who's fresh out of uni, first took to the stage at 12. Expect original songs and some catchy tunes with a jazzy pop feel. And the odd cover song so you can all join in. Donations welcome!
http://www.myspace.com/andrewbalkwill
http://www.myspace.com/anoushkalucas
no.5,mvt.3+4
30th June: 17:00
Piano: St Paul's Cathedral
Posted by: Beethoven-Symphonies
Francoise-Green piano duo
no4,mvt.1
30th June: 17:30
Piano: St Mary-le-Bow
Posted by: Beethoven-symphonies
Francoise-Green piano duo
no4,mvt.3
30th June: 18:00
Piano: Royal Exchange Buildings
Posted by: Beethoven-symphonies
Francoise-Green piano duo
Double Bill: Anoushka Lucas and Andrew Balkwill Live
30th June: 18:00
Piano: St Paul's Cathedral
Posted by: Emma Boden-Lee
Tue 30th June, 6 - 7 pm
Two talented young singer songwriters/pianists bring you their respective latest sounds. Steinway sponsored Balkwill has been writing since the age of 7 and Lucas, who's fresh out of uni, first took to the stage at 12. Expect original songs and some catchy tunes with a jazzy pop feel. And the odd cover song so you can all join in. Donations welcome!
http://www.myspace.com/andrewbalkwill
http://www.myspace.com/anoushkalucas
Fingers, Gingers, Ninjas and Mingus
30th June: 18:00
Piano: Portobello Road
Posted by: Boogin 'n' Bodger
Techno Rock Death, Drill and Bass, Nosebleed Dubstep Tempo-Mash...
...is not everyone's cup of tea.
God only knows what we'll play.
(And He knows it's damn good)
Fingers, Gingers, Ninjas and Mingus
30th June: 18:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Boogin 'n' Bodger
Techno Rock Death, Drill and Bass, Nosebleed Dubstep Tempo-Mash...
...is not everyone's cup of tea.
God only knows what we'll play.
(And He knows it's damn good)
no.7,mvt.2
30th June: 18:30
Piano: Plaza Shopping Centre
Posted by: Beethoven-symphonies
Francoise-Green piano duo
Songs in the Key of Summer
30th June: 18:30
Piano: Smithfield Market
Posted by: Dominic Stichbury and Mary Morris
Is that the sound of bare foot tapping on grass?
An hour of summery swing and sweet jazz ballads from Dom Stichbury on keys and Mary Morris on vocals
Mojo Wellington
30th June: 18:30
Piano: British Library
Posted by: Mojo Wellington
A bit of musical fun and frolics for all you evening book worms. An hour of the finest boogie-woogie, blues, funk, soul and whatever else - come and join me!
Love that Music!
30th June: 19:00
Piano: St Paul's Cathedral
Posted by: norma artiss
Come listen to my talented daughter Jennifer (Psyche) play after work- she's got talent! Love that girl xoxox Wish you could keep the pianos there always- WONDERFUL IDEA!! Mom, from Florida :)
no.5,mvt.1
30th June: 20:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Beethoven-Symphonies
Francoise-Green piano duo
Songs of London
30th June: 13:00-13:30 and 13:30-14:00
Piano: British Library
Songs of London, from Waterloo Sunset to Maybe it’s Because, led by MD Jonny Berliner
Songs of the 1940s
1st July: 10:15
Piano: Paternoster Square
Posted by: Gwyn Jones School
Year 6 children from Gwyn Jones Primary School will be reprising songs they have been rehearsing for their 1940s show.
Come and sing along - if it's not raining!!
Home Start Sing Along
1st July: 11:00
Piano: Church Street Market
Posted by: Emily Henderson
A sing along session led by a non professional piano player. Light refreshments will be provided.
Music to munch along to
1st July: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
LIMELIGHT!
1st July: 18:15
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Beth Stead
Come and celebrate the launch of the best new night out in London! Limelight is staging Classical Music in a rock 'n' roll setting at the 100 Club on monthly Tuesdays.
Opening night on 14th July featuring pianist James Rhodes, but come along today to learn more about the best thing to happen to classical music since Beethoven.
Music to munch along to
2nd July: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
PianoKey
2nd July: 17:00
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Mockney Knees Up with Kazoo Orchestra
2nd July: 19:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Creative Nation
The Gents perform contemporary songs, from Kylie to Nirvana, in a mash up of styles incorporating the cockney knees up, gypsy punk and boogie-woogie piano, inviting audience participation in the form of a kazoo orchestra!The performance is being filmed so they will be pulling out all their comedic, energetic and musical treats. Pearly Kings and Queens, aspiring Kazoo players and anyone with anything to bring to the piano are most welcome!
Dreamy-bluesy Music for friends and whoever wants to drop by
2nd July: 19:00
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Paul Richards
10 minutes - some bluesy improvisations to while away the journey home.
Mockney Knees up with Kazoo Orchestra
2nd July: 20:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Creative Nation
The Gents perform contemporary songs, from Kylie to Nirvana, in a mash up of styles incorporating the cockney knees up, gypsy punk and boogie-woogie piano, inviting audience participation in the form of a kazoo orchestra!The performance is being filmed so they will be pulling out all their comedic, energetic and musical treats. Pearly Kings and Queens, aspiring Kazoo players and anyone with anything to bring to the piano are most welcome!
PianoKey
2nd July: 20:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
Come along and enjoy your songs getting played on the piano, lets enjoy singing and sharing the joy of Music together.
Look forward to seeing you there.
Gilly :-)
MyStageDoor Student Showcase
2nd July: 20:30
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: mystagedoor.co.uk
mystagedoor.co.uk - the UK's leading website for young performers - is pleased to showcase the talent of one of the UK's leading young performers. 18 year-old, X-Factor contestant, Rachel Adedeji will be singing showstoppers from the world of musical theatre accompanied by leading vocal coach, Maxwell David.
Music to munch along to
3rd July: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
London Symphony Orchestra takes to the streets!
3rd July: 13:30
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: City of London Festival
The City of London Festival and LSO Discovery join forces as five members of the London Symphony Orchestra, including John Alley, the Orchestra’s Principal Keyboard, play at Liverpool Street Station. John Alley (see above) Gareth Davies (Principal Flute of the LSO), Sarah Quinn (Violin), Malcolm Johnston (viola) and Rebecca Gilliver (Cello) will play music from across the British Isles for a half hour from 1.30 pm – 2.00pm on Friday July 3.
Chatterbooks singalong
3rd July: 16:30
Piano: Church Street Market
Posted by: Alison Clarke
The Church Street Library Chatterbooks group will cross the road and play with the piano.
PianoKey
3rd July: 17:00
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Late at Tate
3rd July: 18:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
Come to Tate Britain for an evening of entertainment - music, walks, talks and more. Have a go on the Street Piano and make some beautiful music on a summer's evening.
Mojo Wellington - Queen For An Hour
3rd July: 18:30
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Mojo Wellington
We Are The Champions Of The Sing-Along World…
I'll be celebrating the majesties of rock, by playing hits like Bohemian Rhapsody, Don’t Stop Me Now, Play The Game and Somebody To Love, plus obscurer tracks from the Queen-related catalogue, if the ultra-fan demands it.
So, come in a yellow jacket, long curly hair, or shades, but most importantly, sing your heart out and together, we'll create the lush harmonies of a Deacy amp!!
PianoKey
3rd July: 19:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Jazz - Swing/Stride
3rd July: 19:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Alex
Hoping to get a session of improvised jazz in for the late evening at the Tate. No sheet music. All improvised. Used to be resident pianist at Sheraton Hotel not so long ago and not so far away. May bring back some pleasant memories...
PianoKey
3rd July: 21:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
PianoKey
4th July: 11:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Hugo Simmonds Jazz band
4th July: 12:00
Piano: Millennium Bridge
Posted by: Hugo Simmonds
Traditional jazz with trumpet ,clarinet, trombone, piano,double bass and drums.
Some good ol' standards.
We will play for about an hour but will play for longer if we get some encores.
Pearly Kings & Queens round the old Joanna
4th July: 12:00
Piano: Church Street Market
Posted by: Anne Clements
Decked out in their shiniest pearl buttons, the Pearly Kings and Queens will sing a 20 minute set of London songs around the Cockney themed Joanna, including "My old Man", "Maybe it's because I'm a Londoner" and “Barrow Boy”. After the Pearlies ‘ave poured pour out their “jam tarts”, come on down to the Old Joanna Gallery at 90 Church Street for the last day of the Cockney Rhyming Slang exhibition.
Mojo Wellington
4th July: 12:30
Piano: Westbourne Triangle
Posted by: Mojo Wellington
Take a break from shopping at the market and join me for an hour of jazz, blues, boogie-woogie and whatever else. Hopefully some of you will be in strong voice.
Charlie Stacey
4th July: 13:30
Piano: Church Street Market
Posted by: Charlie Stacey
Charlie, 14, will be doing half an hour of improvisation. He rehearses with the National Jazz Youth Orchestra (NYJO) in the Cockpit Theatre, and will either play solo or perform as part of a trio. In 2007, he appeared on BBC 1's The One Show with Jools Holland. Expect the unexpected!
West End Kids (Street Theatre - Part 1)
4th July: 14:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: West End Kids
The West End Kids will be touring the London Street Pianos on Saturday 4th July.
In part 1 of the tour and following performances at West End Live 2009, the famous "West End Kids" will give a performance of Broadway and West End Classics to include; Avenue Q, The Producers, La Cage Aux Folles, Seussical, Jekyll & Hyde and a 60's Medley.
For further info about West End Kids visit www.westendkids.co.uk
Mojo Wellington
4th July: 14:30
Piano: Portobello Road
Posted by: Mojo Wellington
Take a break from the market by joining me for some blues, boogie-woogie and an overall jolly good time!
Tango on the Triangle 2.30-4pm
4th July: 14:30
Piano: Church Street Market
Posted by: Anne Clements
Calling all Tango lovers! Tango music and dance enthusiasts are all welcome to turn up to dance the tango al Fresco, accompanied by a pianist, on the triangle next to The Old Joanna Gallery. As part of the celebration, the gallery will be holding an end of exhibition sale to the sounds of Tango between 2.30pm and 4pm!
West End Kids (Street Theatre - Part 2)
4th July: 15:15
Piano: Plaza Shopping Centre
Posted by: West End Kids
The West End Kids will be touring the London Street Pianos on Saturday 4th July.
In part 2 of the tour and following performances at West End Live 2009, the famous "West End Kids" will give a performance of Broadway and West End Classics to include; Avenue Q, The Producers, La Cage Aux Folles, Seussical, Jekyll & Hyde and a 60's Medley.
For further info about West End Kids visit www.westendkids.co.uk
Double Bill: Anoushka Lucas and Andrew Balkwill Live
4th July: 16:00
Piano: Plaza Shopping Centre
Posted by: Emma Boden-Lee
4 - 5.30 pm
Two talented young singer songwriters/pianists bring you their respective latest sounds. Steinway sponsored Balkwill has been writing since the age of 7 and Lucas, who's fresh out of uni, first took to the stage at 12. Expect original songs and some catchy tunes with a jazzy pop feel. And the odd cover song so you can all join in. Donations welcome!
http://www.myspace.com/andrewbalkwill
http://www.myspace.com/anoushkalucas
West End Kids (Street Theatre - Part 3)
4th July: 16:30
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: West End Kids
The West End Kids will be touring the London Street Pianos on Saturday 4th July.
In part 3 of the tour and following performances at West End Live 2009, the famous "West End Kids" will give a performance of Broadway and West End Classics to include; Avenue Q, The Producers, La Cage Aux Folles, Seussical, Jekyll & Hyde and a 60's Medley.
For further info about West End Kids visit www.westendkids.co.uk
Singing the City
5th July: Sunday 5 July 2.00 – 3.30pm
For three weeks over summer, pianos will be dotted around the City, providing an extraordinary open air opportunity for impromptu recitals, sing-alongs or a quiet tickling of the ‘ivories’ on the way home from work or school. Everyone will have the keys to the City! Celebrate by bringing your voices to a City of London walk that features both religious and secular historical sites and songs that relate to them. Join the Museum of London for this fun-filled tour of the street pianos – learn about their historic locations and join in some of London’s songs.
Presented in association with the Museum of London and Sing London. Tickets £6.50 – please book through the Museum of London 020 7001 9844 or info@museumoflondon.org.uk
Hen's Day Out
5th July: 10:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Anthea Harrington
Internationally acclaimed Australian soprano Miriam Allan, and pianist Paula Steel (of punk/art/rock band Royal Treatment Plant) and friends celebrate Miriam's departure from the singles scene with a few tunes and hopefully some laughs!
PianoKey
5th July: 12:00
Piano: St Paul's Cathedral
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
Come along and request some of your favourite songs, look forward to seeing you there :-)
Mojo Wellington
5th July: 12:30
Piano: Natural History Museum
Posted by: Mojo Wellington
Hear songs by The Beatles before you see the beetles. Thankfully, there will be no more bad jokes, just the music doing the talking. Blues, boogie-woogie and goodness knows what else. Come and join in the fun.
Singing the City
5th July: 14:00
Piano: Leadenhall Market
Posted by: Cwti Green
Songs of London
Singing the City
5th July: 14:00
Piano: Royal Exchange Buildings
Posted by: Cwti Green
Songs of London
Singing the City
5th July: 14:15
Piano: St Mary-le-Bow
Posted by: Museum of London
London Songs
Singing the City
5th July: 14:45
Piano: Royal Exchange Buildings
Posted by: Museum of London
London Songs
Singing the City
5th July: 15:15
Piano: Leadenhall Market
Posted by: Museum of London
Songs of London
Mojo Wellington
5th July: 15:30
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Mojo Wellington
Shop 'til you drop, while I rock 'til I drop.
An hour of musical entertainment, comprising blues, jazz, boogie-woogie and whatever else comes to my fingertips.
Julian Velard & Cass Lowe Live
5th July: 17:00
Piano: Camberwell Green
Posted by: Julian Velard
Singer/Piano Man Julian Velard & Singer/Guitar man are taking their act to the streets of London. Witness 30 minute sets (1 hr total) of originals and covers. http://www.myspace.com/julianvelard, http://www.myspace.com/casslowe
Music to munch along to
6th July: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
Annalie in Soho Square
6th July: 13:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Annalie
A lunchtime concert of original alternative piano-pop from the adventurous English singer songwriter and her extraordinary double bassist.
www.annalie.co.uk
www.myspace.com/annaliewilson
Do I Look Like A Fish To You?
6th July: 14:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Annalie
Adventurous singer songwriter Annalie will be legging it over from her Soho Square concert at 1pm to perform original alternative piano-pop with her extraordinary double-bassist.
www.annalie.co.uk
www.myspace.com/annaliewilson
PianoKey
6th July: 17:00
Piano: Millennium Bridge
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Peter Warlock Society
7th July: 12:30
Piano: British Library
Posted by: Malcolm Rudland
I'll be looking for a pianist for ten minutes to play Warlock's piano duet version of 'Capriol', otherwise I'll play the solo piano version.
Althea Gaye "Lottie" Pearly Queen.
7th July: 13:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Althea Gaye
Althea Gaye (as seen on X Factor) plays all the sing-a-longs for you to enjoy and join in. Just bring your voice!!! 60 minutes of fun & nostalgia as Althea tinkles the ivories.
Music to munch along to
7th July: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
Singing for Pleasure
7th July: 13:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Angela Pengilley
We're an enthusiatic bunch of people who meet regularly to enjoy ourselves singing everything from songs from the shows; folk songs improvisation; to music hall. Come and join us for an hour and let your hair down.
Traditional Sing-a-Long
7th July: 14:15
Piano: Church Street Market
Posted by: Tresham Day Centre
Come and join us singing around the piano all the golden oldies…from Tipperary to the White Cliffs of Dover we will be belting it out!
A group from our day centre and their friends and family hope to join us for a fun afternoon.
Busking at city hall
7th July: 17:00
Piano: City Hall
Posted by: Fabio
I'm Fabio and i'm a pianist/composer, today I will play some of my compositions, if you are free you are all welcome, if you like my music then see you there, ciao ciao
www.fabiotedde.com
www.myspace.com/fabiotedde
PianoKey
7th July: 17:00
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Office Busking
7th July: 17:30
Piano: Leadenhall Market
Posted by: Rob Greenish
Join Thomson Reuters staff for a bit of a singalong!
Double Bill: Andrew Balkwill and Anoushka Lucas Live
7th July: 18:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Emma Boden-Lee
6 - 7.30 pm
Two talented young singer songwriters/pianists bring you their respective latest sounds. Steinway sponsored Balkwill has been writing since the age of 7 and Lucas, who's fresh out of uni, first took to the stage at 12. Expect original songs and some catchy tunes with a jazzy pop feel. And the odd cover song so you can all join in. Donations welcome!
http://www.myspace.com/andrewbalkwill
http://www.myspace.com/anoushkalucas
LIMELIGHT!
7th July: 18:30
Piano: Plaza Shopping Centre
Posted by: LIMELIGHT
Limelight is ambushing a piano again - promoting London's most exciting new classical music night. Limelight stages classical music in a relaxed, rock 'n' roll setting - at the 100 club on monthly Tuesdays.
Opening night on 14th July featuring the brilliant James Rhodes!
www.londonlimelight.co.uk
Prelude to the Nocturne / Love in the Metropolis
8th July: 12:00
Piano: Middlesex Street Estate
Posted by: Denis Fernando
Denis plays original compositions approx 1hour
www.myspace.com/redcablesunday
PianoKey
8th July: 12:00
Piano: Plaza Shopping Centre
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Prelude to the Nocturne / Love in the Metropolis
8th July: 13:00
Piano: St Mary Axe
Posted by: Denis Fernando
original compositions approx 1hour
www.myspace.com/redcablesunday
Music to munch along to
8th July: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
Prelude to the nocturne/love in the metropolis
8th July: 14:30
Piano: Leadenhall Market
Posted by: Denis Fernando
original compositions approx 1hour
www.myspace.com/redcablesunday
Prelude to the Nocturne / Love in the Metropolis
8th July: 15:45
Piano: Paternoster Square
Posted by: Denis Fernando
original compositions approx 1hour
www.myspace.com/redcablesunday
PianoKey
8th July: 17:00
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Prelude to the Nocturne / Love in the Metropolis
8th July: 17:00
Piano: Royal Exchange Buildings
Posted by: Denis Fernando
original compositions approx 1hour
www.myspace.com/redcablesunday
Trad band jam!
8th July: 17:30
Piano: Paternoster Square
Posted by: Su Morton
Come along and join in with a trad band jam session around the piano playing all the trad jazz standards. All welcome! Playing for an hour or so!
Prelude to the Nocturne / Love in the Metropolis
8th July: 18:45
Piano: Smithfield Market
Posted by: Denis Fernando
original compositions approx 1hour
www.myspace.com/redcablesunday
The Angels Of Kaos
8th July: 19:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: The Angels Of Kaos
An hour of great join in-able songs with North London's most fabulous casual singers
www.angelsofkaos.com
Piano Party
8th July: 19:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Kat
Kat and Anna's Piano Party!
Prelude to the nocturne/ Love in the Metropolis
9th July: 09:00
Piano: London Wall
Posted by: Denis Fernando
performing original compositions
www.myspace.com/redcablesunday
approx half hour
Prelude to the Nocturne / Love in the Metropolis
9th July: 10:00
Piano: Millennium Bridge
Posted by: Denis Fernando
performing original compositions
www.myspace.com/redcablesunday
approx 1 hour
Prelude to the Nocturne / Love in the Metropolis
9th July: 11:30
Piano: Natural History Museum
Posted by: Denis Fernando
performing original compositions
www.myspace.com/redcablesunday
approx 1 hour
Music to munch along to
9th July: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
Banzai
9th July: 13:00
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Masashi Fujimoto from Ch4 BANZAI
Masashi Fujimoto, of Channel 4's Banzai fame, sings popular Japanese and musical songs for Moshi Moshi, the conveyor belt sushi bar in Liverpool Street Station.
PianoKey
9th July: 17:00
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Banzai
9th July: 17:30
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Masashi Fujimoto from Ch4 BANZAI
Masashi Fujimoto, of Channel 4's Banzai fame, sings popular Japanese songs and musicals for Moshi Moshi, Britain's original conveyor belt sushi bar in Liverpool Street Station.
Show One preview
9th July: 18:00
Piano: Paternoster Square
Posted by: James Page
Hi guys, Alber Page Productions will be performing Show One at The Battersea Barge and will be at the pianos around the city on Thursday singing a couple of songs for you hard working city patrons.
Come and say Hi! ... James Page.
Twenty to One
9th July: 20:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
Piano duo Gilly Spencer and Paul Bleach play a selection of songs old and new, See you there :-)
duets and laughter!
10th July: 11:00
Piano: Plaza Shopping Centre
Posted by: Sue and Jane
We'll be playing a variety of music for four-hands: listen out for Moskowski, Mozart and Gershwin, among others.
We're old hands: we've been playing duets together for nearly forty years, although more often on two bassoons than two pianos!
Songs In The Life Of Markell Casey
10th July: 12:30
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Markell Casey
Come along and witness the hotly tipped young composer Markell Casey. Will be playing original & cover tunes. Will be great to see you there :)
Music to munch along to
10th July: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
Case. Tha.Ace presents Markell Casey
10th July: 13:00
Piano: Plaza Shopping Centre
Posted by: Markell Casey
Come along and witness the hotly tipped composer Markell Casey. Will be playin a short 30min set.
Songs In The Life Of Markell Casey
10th July: 13:45
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Markell Casey
A few original and cover tunes from the hotly tipped composer Markell Casey. Come along and enjoy!!!
Songs In The Life Of Markell Casey
10th July: 14:15
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Markell Casey
Come and have a listen to the hotly tipped young composer Markell Casey. Will be performing original tunes plus covers.
Songs In The Key Of M
10th July: 15:30
Piano: Harrow Road
Posted by: Markell Casey
Come along and witness the hotly tipped young composer Markell Casey. Will be playing original & cover tunes. Will be great to see you there :)
Songs In The Key Of Markell
10th July: 16:00
Piano: Portobello Road
Posted by: Markell Casey
Come along and witness the hotly tipped young composer Markell Casey. Will be playing original & cover tunes. Will be great to see you there :)
Songs In The Key Of M
10th July: 16:30
Piano: Westbourne Triangle
Posted by: Markell Casey
Come along and witness the hotly tipped young composer Markell Casey. Will be playing original & cover tunes. Will be great to see you there :)
PianoKey
10th July: 17:00
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Songs In The Life Of Markell
10th July: 17:30
Piano: Lyric Square
Posted by: Markell Casey
A few original and cover tunes from the hotly tipped composer Markell Casey. Come along and enjoy!!!
Matthew is the Human Jukebox too
10th July: 17:30
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Matthew Cunningham
Please come and shout requests...and be prepared to provide the lead vocals. Will probably do a 'chilled' set at 5.30 followed by post-pub tubthumper at 9.30ish...
PianoKey
10th July: 20:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Youtube Singer goes public!
11th July: 11:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Natalie Powell
Natalie Powell, a seventeen year old girl from Essex, will be playing her own compositions, including the popular "One Sided Love" in Leceister Square this Saturday! Please come and show your support - she's kinda shy!
To watch the song "One Sided Love" on Youtube, follow the link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOOgzHygFFw
Hope to see you there :)
Piano time
11th July: 13:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Pull Tiger Tail
Pull Tiger Tail will rock you, gently.
Tiny Tate
11th July: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
Come and join our family day for 2-5 year olds, siblings, parents and carers. This year the theme is All the Fun of the Fair. Listen to performances on the Street Piano and have a go yourself while you soak up the atmosphere on a hot July afternoon.
A random sing-song
11th July: 13:00
Piano: Smithfield Market
Posted by: The Beeb castoffs
Hacking through some musicals and swing favourites, with Mr Steve Copeland on piano.
Mick & Devon
11th July: 13:00
Piano: Harrow Road
Posted by: Kat
Mick and Devon are having a jam session! Come and join in!!
Piano time
11th July: 13:00
Piano: Natural History Museum
Posted by: Pull Tiger Tail
Pull tiger tail rock, but gently.
Charlie Stacey 2
11th July: 13:30
Piano: Church Street Market
Posted by: Charlie Stacey
Charlie, 14, will be doing another half hour of improvisation. He rehearses with NYJO in the Cockpit Theatre. He will either play solo or in a trio. In 2007 he appeared on THE ONE SHOW with Jools Holland. Expect the unexpected (unless you saw him last time!)
PianoKey
11th July: 14:00
Piano: Natural History Museum
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Waxing Lyrical at Lyric Square
11th July: 14:00
Piano: Lyric Square
Posted by: Helen Baden
11 July 2009 2 - 4pm
Waxing Lyrical with Jazz Artists Direct: relax and be entertained by upcoming singer/songwriter and pianist Anoushka Lucas and her breathtaking repertoire of new songs. Admission free, donations welcome.
http://www.singlondon.org/
http://www.jazzartistsdirect.com/
http://www.anoushkalucas.com/
Heidi Brown
11th July: 14:00
Piano: Harrow Road
Posted by: Kat
Heidi Emma Peach Brown will be tickling the ivory for us during the Saturday market
More details to come!
Singing and playing Brazil
11th July: 15:00
Piano: British Library
Posted by: Nossa Voz - Gui tavares
“Singing Brazil “ traces the history of Brazilian music from 1889 to the present day. The songs performed — composed by Chiquinha Gonzaga, Ernesto Narareth, Villa-Lobos, Pixinguinha, Luiz Gonzaga, Tom Jobim, Vinicius de Moraes, João Donato, Gilberto Gil, Chico Buarque, Lenine and many others — were especially selected to represent this journey through Brazil’s great musical heritage.
Workshop sing along with Brazilian tunes and rhythms .
1 hour event.
More informations: www.nossavoz.org
Roger
11th July: 15:00
Piano: Harrow Road
Posted by: Kat
Roger will be performing solo and sharing some of his favourite songs.
Bright Moments - Jazz
11th July: 15:30
Piano: Harrow Road
Posted by: Kat
Jonathan Cohen, talented musician and composer will be jazzing it up this afternoon.
Singing and playing Brazil
11th July: 17:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Nossa Voz - Gui tavares
“Singing Brazil “ traces the history of Brazilian music from 1889 to the present day. The songs performed — composed by Chiquinha Gonzaga, Ernesto Narareth, Villa-Lobos, Pixinguinha, Luiz Gonzaga, Tom Jobim, Vinicius de Moraes, João Donato, Gilberto Gil, Chico Buarque, Jorge Ben, Lenine and many others — were especially selected to represent this journey through Brazil’s great musical heritage.
Workshop sing along with Brazilian tunes and rhythms .
1 hour event.
More informations: www.nossavoz.org
PianoKey
11th July: 18:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
playing jazz
11th July: 18:00
Piano: Millennium Bridge
Posted by: Gaynor Jayne
Gaynor Jayne and Mark Lester of London enjoyed a rain soaked jam on the piano at the Millenium Bridge on 6th July at 5pm. What excellent fun it was, the rain didn't bother us, apart from the keys getting stuck from time to time. We will be in London again tomorrow (11th July) so watch out piano's. . . GJ and Mark are back!!!!
Singing and playing Brazil
11th July: 19:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Nossa Voz - Gui Tavares
“Singing Brazil “ traces the history of Brazilian music from 1889 to the present day. The songs performed — composed by Chiquinha Gonzaga, Ernesto Narareth, Villa-Lobos, Pixinguinha, Luiz Gonzaga, Tom Jobim, Vinicius de Moraes, João Donato, Gilberto Gil, Chico Buarque, Lenine and many others — were especially selected to represent this journey through Brazil’s great musical heritage.
Workshop sing along with Brazilian tunes and rhythms .
1 hour event.
More informations: www.nossavoz.org
PianoKey
11th July: 20:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Tom Warburton plays jazz
12th July: 12:00
Piano: Natural History Museum
Posted by: Tom Warburton
For one hour only, legendary jazz, rock n roll and blues pianist Tom Warburton will serenade London with some great summer tunes that you'll sing along to and love!
PianoKey
12th July: 12:00
Piano: St Paul's Cathedral
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Sing For Fun!
12th July: 12:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Jane Cole
Come and Sing for Fun!
Singing beats depression and recession, feeds the soul, fills the hole.
Come and join the Sing for Fun singers for a light hearted sing-a-long. Open to everyone!
No experience necessary, only enthusiasm.
Songs to include Mamma Mia, Super Trouper, Let it Be, Rhythm of Life, Happy Heart, and other well known toe tappers.
12 - 12.30 pm
For details visit www.singforfun.co.uk
Songs from the Music Hall
12th July: 12:15
Piano: Millennium Bridge
Posted by: Sam Hall and Company
Come and join us sing songs from the days of the great Marie Lloyd, Gus Elen and Vesta Victoria.
Sing For Fun!
12th July: 13:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Jane Cole
Come and Sing for Fun!
Singing beats depression and recession, feeds the soul, fills the hole.
Come and join the Sing for Fun singers for a light hearted sing-a-long. Open to everyone!
No experience necessary, only enthusiasm.
Songs to include Mamma Mia, Super Trouper, Let it Be, Rhythm of Life, Happy Heart, and other well known toe tappers.
1.00 - 1.30 pm
For details visit www.singforfun.co.uk
Music to munch along to
12th July: 13:00
Piano: Tate Britain
Posted by: Abi Barber
From 23rd June until 12th July, come and have a lunch time play along on the piano. Feel free to bring your own music, or use what's provided, and encourage others to join in!
Sing For Fun!
12th July: 14:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Jane Cole
Come and Sing for Fun!
Singing beats depression and recession, feeds the soul, fills the hole.
Come and join the Sing for Fun singers for a light hearted sing-a-long. Open to everyone!
No experience necessary, only enthusiasm.
Songs to include Mamma Mia, Super Trouper, Let it Be, Rhythm of Life, Happy Heart, and other well known toe tappers.
2.00 - 2.30 pm
For details visit www.singforfun.co.uk
PianoKey
12th July: 14:00
Piano: Natural History Museum
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Piano Crawl!
12th July: 14:00
Piano: Portobello Road
Posted by: Playing Rapunzel
East London folky duo Playing Rapunzel take to the streets to spend some quality time with the street pianos. Lots of vocal harmonies and other instruments as an added bonus!
Time: 14:00-14:30
www.playingrapunzel.com
Haringey, Kinks, Carnaby Street!
12th July: 14:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Elena Pippou
Haringey is joining in too…
Join a free workshop where you will first learn vocal production; then be take through harmony arrangements for The Kinks’ greatest hits.
The workshop will culminate in a performance at Carnaby Street on Sunday 12th July at 2.00pm.
Sunday 28th June
9:45 to 11:45am, Wood Green Library, High Road, N226XD
Or
1:00 to 3:00pm, Hornsey Library, N89JA
To book call 020 8489 1419
FrankMusik
12th July: 15:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: FrankMusik
FrankMusik will be playing a 30 minute set of songs such as Confusion Girl, Better Off As Two and 3 Little Words.
15:00- 15:30 approx
for more information on FrankMusik go to:
www.myspace.com/frankmusik
www.frankmusik.com
follow Frank on twitter here:
www.twitter.com/ FrankMusik
Piano Crawl!
12th July: 15:15
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Playing Rapunzel
East London folky duo Playing Rapunzel take to the streets to spend some quality time with the street pianos. Lots of vocal harmonies and other instruments as an added bonus!
Time: 15:15ish to 15:45
Marilyn Baker at the piano
12th July: 16:00
Piano: Natural History Museum
Posted by: Marilyn Baker
Please join the well known singer/ songwriter Marilyn Baker for an hour of singing, along with much fun and laughter.
Piano Crawl!
12th July: 16:15
Piano: Paternoster Square
Posted by: Playing Rapunzel
East London folky duo Playing Rapunzel take to the streets to spend some quality time with the street pianos. Lots of vocal harmonies and other instruments as an added bonus!
Time: 16:15 - 16:45
The Angels Of Kaos
12th July: 16:45
Piano: British Library
Posted by: The Angels Of Kaos
An hour of great join in-able songs with North London's most fabulous casual singers
www.angelsofkaos.com
Piano Crawl!
12th July: 17:00
Piano: St Paul's Cathedral
Posted by: Playing Rapunzel
East London folky duo Playing Rapunzel take to the streets to spend some quality time with the street pianos. Lots of vocal harmonies and other instruments as an added bonus!
Time: 17:00-17:30
Piano Crawl!
12th July: 18:00
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Playing Rapunzel
East London folky duo Playing Rapunzel take to the streets to spend some quality time with the street pianos. Lots of vocal harmonies and other instruments as an added bonus!
Time: 18:00-18:30
The Angels Of Kaos
12th July: 19:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: The Angels Of Kaos
An hour of great join-inable songs with North London's most fabulous casual singers
www.angelsofkaos.com
Background music
13th July: 09:30
Piano: Old Jewry
Posted by: Fabio
I'm a Italian Pianist/composer, I will be playing background music on the grand piano, see you there, ciao ciao
www.fabiotedde.com
www.myspace.com/fabiotedde
07796411608
popular piano duets
13th July: 11:00
Piano: Old Jewry
Posted by: alison and sally
2 pianists one piano. Selection of all sorts of things
piano duets
13th July: 13:00
Piano: Lyric Square
Posted by: alison and sally
all sorts of piano duets 30 mins
Lunch time jazz in the park
13th July: 13:30
Piano: Smithfield Market
Posted by: The Sheridan Duo
Taking advantage of the final day of the Street Pianos festival. Come and enjoy lunch in the park to the sound of some chilled swing/bossa/blues jazz classics.
Trumpet/piano duo. Duration 1 hour.
Phoenix school music event
13th July: 14:45
Piano: Lyric Square
Posted by: Chima Okafor
Various pupils from phoenix school will play various pieces on the piano in addition to a small choir and a solo vocalist.
Happy Birthday Natalia !!!
13th July: 15:00
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Andres Landino
This is a way to express my love for you . . .
Andres
PianoKey
13th July: 17:00
Piano: Liverpool Street Station
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Anoushka Lucas & Andrew Balkwill Live
13th July: 18:30
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Emma Boden-Lee
One last session each, before the pianos go off to their new homes.. Andrew Balkwill and Anoushka Lucas take turns at the Carnaby Street piano, bringing you their latest original tunes.
http://www.myspace.com/andrewbalkwill
http://www.myspace.com/anoushkalucas
Mojo Wellington
13th July: 18:30
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Mojo Wellington
Final day of the festival - musical farewell from Mojo Wellington.
PianoKey
13th July: 19:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
PianoKey
13th July: 21:00
Piano: Leicester Square
Posted by: Gilly Spencer
I am the original you hum it I'll play it pianist and would love you to come and request your favourite songs to sing along. Lets celebrate the joy of Song and Music
Annalie one last time!
14th July: 17:00
Piano: Carnaby Street
Posted by: Annalie
Following the robbery that kept her from the scene of Monday's gig Annalie will be back in full force playing her wildly original piano-based pop songs accompanied by double bass....
http://www.annalie.co.uk
Annalie will be here this time!
14th July: 18:00
Piano: Soho Square
Posted by: Annalie
Despite the robbery that kept her from the scene of Monday's gig Annalie will be back in full force playing her wildly original piano-based pop songs accompanied by double bass....
http://www.annalie.co.uk
