John Asher is an experienced professional pianist who is comfortable playing music in a number of different genres:   jazz, show music, easy listening, classical, etc.   He particularly enjoys providing accompaniment for singers, especially in a musical comedy or jazz context.    He is based in north west London.

Among the types of venue etc. he has extensive experience of playing are:

 Jazz “open mics”

 Pubs, either solo or with a band

Theatrical productions, including acting as show’s MD

Music for dancing, with small or large bands; also providing accompaniment for dance schools

Accompanying singers for TV broadcasts

Playing for classical singing groups

Music aboard ships for dancing/cabaret etc.

Background music, eg in hotels

Church organ music, incl. regular services, weddings and funerals