JONATHON HOLMES
LIVE MUSIC
something for every event
a live jukebox (and you?)
Piano, drums, sax, and if you're feeling brave - you and your friends! What other band takes requests from a list of over 2000 songs; and then trusts YOU with a mic? No one else we know. The karaoke is optional, but the party vibes are not. We've played bars, weddings, even house parties. A crowd favourite and our most popular product.
for a swingin' event
If the night's a little more classy, or it really needs to swing, then the Jack Holmes Quartet fit the bill. They'll play the standards but this isn't your grandparents jazz, they've also got swinging versions of pop tunes that will satisfy the whole crowd.
PIANO MAN
classic and versatile
Bring the piano bar experience to your event with Jonathon Holmes, boasting the largest set list in Sydney of over 2000 songs. Jonathon's played on Carnival and P&O cruise lines, at bars, weddings, house parties, even Star Casino. So whether it's some quiet background music or the main event, he'll sing you a song (he's the piano man).
Renay
"Thank you for the best night last night! Amazing! You guys are awesome. Everyone loved it! Thank you for making my night so memorable. Live music makes everything better! You and the band are such talents!"
Sascha
"Thank you so much for being so fabulous. Your piano playing really made the party so special. I was slightly worried about how having my piano playing in my lounge room might go over but actually it was absolutely the best thing ever – particularly your song list and your wonderful warm showmanship. Thanks for helping to make it such a fabulous party."
Yvonne
"Jonathon is an amazing entertainer. Plays and sings beautifully. Punctual, friendly and engaging. Couldn’t have asked for a better start to a great night. Thank you!"
AVAILABILITY
Please note that due to our season at The Emerald Room from Feb 28 to May 25, we are only available at the below prices on Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays. For events Wednesdays to Saturdays (and with larger budgets), please contact us for a quote.
PACKAGES
Booking musicians for an event can be a lot of correspondence, so we've laid all our options and prices out here. Extra fees apply for bookings on public holidays or events outside the Sydney Metropolitan area.
*PA - Small speakers can be provided for small spaces when not included, but seperate system desirable
**MULTIPLE DISCOUNT - Per performance for multiple bookings within 4 weeks of each other
FAQ
What songs do you play?
For Keys & Crash and Jonathon Holmes Piano Man, that's up to you! Click here to see our full setlist. There's over 2000 songs to choose from. We bring a pile of setlists, notepads and pencils so people can keep making requests. For the Jack Holmes Quartet, that's usually a little more curated, but please let us know if you have any specific requests.
Can you learn any new songs for us?
Yes! If it's a song that's not very well known but means something special to you, we ask you to keep these to a maximum 3 per gig and give us as much warning as you can. If there's a few you'd like that are really obvious and probably should have been on the list in the first place, we can take a few more of those (at our discretion of course).
Do you play classical?
Nope. Ask Natalya Aynsley, she's the best.
I've only got a small space, will everyone fit?
Yes! You would be surprised what little corners musicians often have to squeeze into. We also bring a smaller drum kit for smaller spaces.
Will you travel outside Sydney?
Absolutely! Travel and accomodation fees (if necessary) are calculated on a case by case basis. Contact us for a quote.