LONDON • EST. 2012
Timeless music.
Extraordinary events.
The UK's most exclusive piano shell experience
OUR HERITAGE
About PianoShell
We have the best Pianists, Saxophonists, Congas/Bongos players & DJs in the U.K.
Pianoshell.co.uk was started by Cornel Oprea, a renowned pianist in London who has played on the Orient Express train, at Caffe Florian Venice, The Hilton Park Lane, The Dorchester and more.
Cornel has played for guests as eminent as Sir Elton John, Nicole Kidman and Pierce Brosnan — as well as entertaining at hundreds of weddings all over the UK.
At weddings, Cornel realised how a piano shell can change the look of an ordinary digital piano into something truly extra special. That’s why he created pianoshell.co.uk — a network of great musicians & pianists who own piano shells, who can play to a 5-star standard and provide the piano shell to make your wedding or event outstanding.
HIGHLIGHTS & CREDENTIALS
- ♦ Orient Express — aboard the legendary train
- ♦ Caffe Florian, Venice — Italy’s most historic café
- ♦ The Hilton Park Lane & The Dorchester, London
- ♦ Performed for Sir Elton John & Nicole Kidman
- ♦ Performed for Pierce Brosnan & Graham Norton
- ♦ Hundreds of 5-star weddings across the UK
- ♦ Network of elite musicians across the country
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Pianists
World-class performers
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5-Star Service
Every time, guaranteed
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Premium Venues
The Dorchester & more
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100s of Events
Weddings & corporate
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THE SIGNATURE DETAIL
What is a Piano Shell?
A piano shell is a gorgeous, elegant way of hiding a digital piano or keyboard to create the look of a real baby grand piano. Think glamour, elegance and classic style.
This is a fantastic idea if you want the look of a real baby grand — and better yet — it’s easily transportable to your venue, home, or even outdoors, without the weight and difficulty of moving a real grand piano!
At a glance, our piano shells look exactly like real grand pianos and it’s impossible to tell a keyboard is hidden within. Piano shells transform a wedding, event or gathering into something glamorous and unforgettable.
The PianoShell Difference
- → Looks identical to a real baby grand
- → Lightweight & fully portable
- → Indoor & outdoor venues
- → 5-star musicians included
- → Instant wow factor
- → Available in white or black
WHAT WE OFFER
Exceptional Experiences
Corporate Events
We can provide any music style for your corporate event — from discreet background music to showpieces to entertain crowds. Our musicians have played at the most eminent events from Rolex to Xerox.
Piano Shell Hire
A piano shell is a beautiful way of covering a digital piano with a gorgeous ‘shell’ that looks every inch a baby grand. Lightweight and transportable — indoors or out!
Venues
From lavish 5-star hotels to country manors, glorious gardens, imposing castles and iconic TV locations such as Highclere Castle — we’ve played them all.
TESTIMONIALS
What clients say
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We were recently lucky enough to have Cornel play at our wedding and cannot recommend him highly enough. The music played was exquisite and everyone has commented on how wonderful it was. We were able to mix classical pieces with instrumental versions of modern songs with special meaning to us.
Mrs. & Mr. Harrison
Wedding at Tithe Barn
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Thank you for your playing last night. The guests reported this morning that the playing was lovely and thoroughly enjoyable! Cornel was a star — arrived early, set up immaculately and performed flawlessly all evening.
A. Crompton, Event Manager
Champneys Forest Mere
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We wanted to say a big thank you to Cornel. He was amazing and played so beautifully throughout the day. We are so grateful that he was there to add the special touch to the key parts of our day and make it truly unforgettable.
Mr. & Mrs. Bouchereau
Wedding at Brocket Hall
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Just wanted to say a huge thank you for playing beautifully for us yesterday. You’re a star! All our guests were speechless — the piano shell looked absolutely stunning in the venue.
Mr. & Mrs. Mulvey
Wedding at Highcliffe Castle
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Really good, well done!!! The music was absolutely perfect for the occasion and I will absolutely be recommending PianoShell to anyone who needs live music for their event.
Pierce Brosnan
Hotel Danieli, Venice
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Thank you very much… That was fantastic! Cornel brought an incredible energy to the room — the piano shell was a conversation piece all on its own and the music was world-class.
Graham Norton
Liberty London
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