James Woolwine

James Woolwine is a solo pianist with a repertoire that is equally Classical and Contemporary. Beginning his studies at the age of 7 under acclaimed pianist Carolyn Victorine, and later Michael Sitton, James went on to earn the RVMTA merit scholarship in 1999 and 2000, and advance to the finals of the 1999 Virginia Lion's Club music competition. Since graduating from Berklee College of Music, James has proven himself to be a versatile performer, playing for: rock band GB3, metal band Acrasjia, contemporary violinist Tai Cheri, gospel production Spigospera, the musicals "Godspell" and "Seussical", and numerous churches and weddings. Among his numerous solo performances were appearances at the prestigious Greene Memorial Fine Arts Series in Roanoke, Virgina, and the Music at St. Margaret's Concert Series in Annapolis, Maryland. Always progressing and expanding his repertoire, James strives to offer his clients a wide variety of the music they love at a negotiable price. He is always happy to bring his own equipment if a piano is not available on-site.

"Working with James for my wedding cocktail hour was great. He was very prompt and professional in his response to my messages. Just speaking with him a few times gave me the utmost confidence that he would deliver a fantastic performance, which he did. James really set the tone for an elegant evening. He will come highly recommended to my peers in search of musical talent for any event." - Dan D.

"I was very happy with your performance at my daughter's wedding. My family and friends enjoyed the music you chose as well as your piano skills. Your playing added to the festivities of the evening. We would certainly hire you again if the occasion arises." - Jane B.

"When our booked pianist disappeared a week before our wedding, I started to go into panic mode. Thanks goodness James came to the rescue. Not only was he available to help us on such short notice, he did the most wonderful job playing a varied selection of music to appeal to our guests. I would highly recommend James for any special occasion." - Caitlin B.

• Dynamite - Taio Cruz
• Unchained Melody - North
• Jerusalem hymn - Parry
• The Swan - Saint Saens
• Wedding March - Mendelssohn
• "Wedding March" from Lohengrin - Wagner
• Masterpiece Theater theme
• Intermezzo - Brahms
• Canon in D - Pachelbel
• Andante Spianato - Chopin
• Vocalise - Rachmaninoff
• 2nd Concerto theme - Rachmaninoff
• Clair De Lune - Debussy
• Reverie - Debussy
• Ave Maria - Schubert
• Minuet in E - Scarlatti
• Moonlight Sonata - Beethoven
• Fur Elise - Beethoven
• Ode to Joy - Beethoven
• Scherzando - Beethoven
• Prelude in C (Ave Maria) - Bach
• Prelude in D - Bach
• Adagio - Bach
• Sleepers, Wake - Bach
• Sheep May Safely Graze - Bach
• Prelude in G - Bach
• Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring - Bach
• Minueto - Granados
• Ave Verum Corpus - Mozart
• Sonata in C - Mozart
• Etude in D Minor - Liszt
• Air (from Water Music) - Handel
• Lord, You Have Come (Pescador de Hombres) - Gabarain
• The Lord's Prayer - Malotte
• Send in the Clowns - Sondheim
• Palladio theme - Jenkins
• Rolling in the Deep - Adele
• Don't Speak - No Doubt
• Norwegian Wood - The Beatles
• Ashley's Star - Finn
• Jurassic Park theme - Williams
• Love Story theme - Lai
• Imagine - Lennon
• On My Own - Schonberg
• Forrest Gump theme - Silvestri
• An Old Love Story - Macdowell
• Ashokan's Farewell - Ungar
• Gone With the Wind theme - Steiner
• Ice Castles theme - Hamlisch
• To A Wild Rose - MacDowell
• Everything I Do (I Do It For You) - Bryan Adams
• All I Ask of You - Weber
• Exodus Song - Gold
• The Piano theme - Nyman
• Mairzy Doats (mp3 available) - Drake
• Sentimental Journey - Green
• The Nearness of You - Carmichael
• It's Been A Long Time - Styne
• Moon River - Mancini
• A Nightingale Sang in Berkley Square - Sherwin
• Moonlight Becomes You (mp3 available) - Van Heusen
• Moonlight in Vermont - Blackburn
• It Could Happen to You - Van Heusen
• Songbird - McVie
• I'll Never Smile Again - Lowe
• Music of the Night - Weber
• Be Thou My Vision - traditional
• Danny Boy - traditional
• Love Letters - Young
• My Heart Will Go On - Celine Dion
• Memories - Weber
• Don't Stop Believing - Journey
• Me and You - Kenny Chesney
• Broken Road - Rascal Flatts
• Down by the Salley Gardens - Hughes
• Garry Owen - traditional
• The Lark in the Clear Air - Ferguson
• The Wearing of the Green - Boucicault
• Every Time We Say Goodbye - Porter
• I'll Get By - Ahlert
• Don't Get Around Much Anymore - Ellington
• Lido Waltz - Carter
• Hymne - Vangelis
• Gentle Breeze - Glover
• Day at the Beach - Satriani
• Power Cosmic - Satriani
• I'll Be Home for Christmas - Gannon
• My Prayer - The Platters
• You'd Be So Nice to Come Home to - Porter
• Happy Accident - original
• Use Somebody - Kings of Leon
• Tiny Dancer - Elton John
• Breathe - Faith Hill
• Fire and Rain - James Taylor
• Piano Man - Billy Joel
• You are the Sunshine of My Life (mp3 available) - Stevie Wonder
• Happier Than The Morning Sun - Stevie Wonder
• All For Love - Bryan Adams
• I Don't Wanna Miss a Thing - Aerosmith
• Amazed - Lonestar
• A Moment Like This - Kelly Clarkson
• Higher - Creed
• Beautiful Day - U2
• Somewhere Over the Rainbow - Garland
• I Knew I Loved You - Savage Garden
• I Swear - All 4 One
• It Had to be You - Harry Connick Jr.
• From This Moment On - Shania Twain
• Nothing's Gonna Change My Love - Glenn Medeiros
• When A Man Loves A Woman - Michael Bolton
• One Bread One Body - John Foley
• love theme from Romeo and Juliet - Rota
• I Get a Kick Out of You - Porter
• I'm Kissing You - Des'ree
• Whenever I See Your Smiling Face - James Taylor
• Edelweiss - Rodgers and Hammerstein
• Glory of Love - Peter Cetera
• When You Say You Love Me - Josh Groban
• Firework - Katy Perry
• Teenage Dream - Katy Perry
• Softly Awakes My Heart (Samson & Delilah) - Saint Saens
• Invention #8 - Bach
• Hey Jude - The Beatles
• Got To Get You Into My Life - The Beatles
• Hello, Goodbye - The Beatles

Anniversaries, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Halloween Parties, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

• James arrived early to the event, giving ample time to get ready. He needed little guidance and performed well for our wedding ceremony. We would recommend him for other events! -- Haley G, Jaffrey, NH, 9/26/2010
• James was easy to work with. As a clasical pianist he graciously agreed to play Elton John and James Taylor songs for us. He arrived on time and worked with an out-of-tune piano being a pro that he was. His music enhanced our rehearsal dinner. I would recommend him to anyone. -- Nancy T, Nashua, NH, 6/5/2010
• We were happy with James. He went out of his way to learn extra songs to accomdate our mass and brought his own keyboard when what we thought was a piano turned out to be an organ. Overall we were very happy with James and feel comfortable recommending him. -- John J, Falmouth, MA, 8/21/2010
• This is the 2nd year we've hired James & have been very pleased. We look forward to continuing the relationship. -- Rebecca I, Woburn, MA, 12/2/2011
• James was wonderful at the wedding. I had two special requests for the procession and the recessional. James already new the Beethoven 'Pathetique' piece I wanted, and he said that he was happy to find and learn 'Jerusalem' by Hubert Parry. He charged a nominal fee for buying and learning the latter piece, which I appreciated greatly. The guests thought that he played beautifully, and really added to the atmosphere of the ceremony. Thanks James! -- Alison F, Boston, MA, 12/17/2011

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