Wedding Services - Alyson McDowell Professional Pianist

I can provide music throughout your special day – for your wedding ceremony, your drinks reception and your evening meal. Or for whichever parts you choose. Everyone’s plans are different, so I’ve made things simple.

All my services are individually priced so you can decide what suits you. Details available on request, so just send me your booking details to receive a quotation for your event.

Wedding ceremony music

Enjoy listening to your favourite songs on your special day! Choose your own music for the Processional, the Signing of the Register and the Recessional. You can also include additional instrumentals or hymns for religious ceremonies. As part of my service, I also provide music before the ceremony to create a welcoming atmosphere for your guests’ arrival.

Drinks reception music

Live music creates a wonderful atmosphere for special occasions, so why not treat your guests to an afternoon of classic love songs on piano? For your drinks reception, I would propose playing a selection of easy-listening songs and romantic ballads so your guests can relax and enjoy listening to the music whilst the happy couple celebrate their big day with a few photos!

Wedding consultations

I would welcome the opportunity to discuss your wedding music in more detail with you. Should you wish to meet with me, I’d be happy to arrange a suitable time with you. Alternatively, we can discuss things over the phone or via email if this is more convenient for you. Just whichever you prefer.

Accompaniment for vocalists

I can provide accompaniment for vocalists if needed and transpose songs to their preferred pitch. I can also provide recordings of their chosen songs in advance, should this be helpful for rehearsal purposes.

Special song arrangements

As part of my service, I can create special arrangements of your chosen songs, even those which are not available as piano sheet music. Please ask me if you’d like a unique version of your favourite song!

Wedding rehearsals

If you would like me to attend your wedding rehearsal, please let me know. This is not normally included in my fee, however I would be happy to discuss this further with you as there are other options available. For example, I can provide recordings of songs in advance which will allow you to rehearse timings etc for your Processional.

Personalised wedding CD

If you wish, I can also provide a personalised CD of your wedding ceremony music so you can enjoy listening to the soundtrack to your special day again and again! This is available on request for a small fee.

Advice on wedding music

If you’d like to know more about music for wedding ceremonies, or you have any specific song requests, please get in touch and I’ll be happy to help.

If you’re interested in arranging a booking or if you’d like more information on my services, please contact me and I’ll be happy to discuss this further with you.

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Thank you so much for making our wedding day! Without you, both on the piano but also your loveliness with it, our day would not have been as wonderful! You are a very special person with amazing talent.

Laura and NoelBelfast Castle, Belfast

Alyson played at our wedding on 2 May 2019 and it was one of my favourite features of the day. Not only is Alyson a talented and creative pianist, she is so easy to work with, keeps you in the loop via email and she makes the music so personal. Our choice of music was pretty quirky but this wasn’t a problem for Alyson who spent time in advance arranging pieces of music to suit. Alyson, I really appreciate all the effort you put into making music such a special part of Jaime & I’s day so a massive thank you!!

Lauren and JaimeThe Old Inn, Crawfordsburn

Just to say thank you so much for being part of our wedding day, we had such an amazing day and we loved every minute of your music, so thank you again.

Suzanne and PeteThe Old Inn, Crawfordsburn

Thanks again for the amazing job you did during the wedding meal. Everyone has been commenting about you and saying how talented and beautiful your playing was! Thanks for making it special and a day we won’t forget!

Hannah and NeillSlieve Donard Resort and Spa, Newcastle

Cannot thank Alyson enough for making our wedding such a relaxing day. She was so helpful with suggesting songs that would blend in for the Signing. Very talented and would definitely recommend.

Lynsey and MichaelRosspark Hotel, Kells, Ballymena

I am an admin on a large wedding group on Facebook called Weddings, Brides, Dresses and More Original. I was very lucky that I was given the opportunity to review some of Alyson’s songs. I found the website super easy to navigate! Everything was clearly labelled and laid out. There was a vast variety of songs for us to choose from. I really loved how you could hear the songs before deciding which ones to choose – I found this feature the best! I was blown away with how amazing the music sounded. We could tell straight away what songs they were. Communication with Alyson was amazing and she made sure that we were happy with what we had chosen. We will be using the music in our upcoming wedding ceremony in August and I know our guests will love the music just as much as we do! Highly recommend to everyone!

Eleanor GrahamAdmin Team, WBDM Facebook Group

Thank you so much for being part of our big day. I don’t remember much, it all went by in such a hurry, but I do remember standing outside the room and hearing our entrance song and walking down the aisle to it, something that will stay with me forever.

Kylie and StuartThe Old Inn, Crawfordsburn

Thank you very much for playing for us at our wedding. You played beautifully and we were really happy with everything. Thanks once again for playing for us you did a great job.

Nicola and JeffThe Old Inn, Crawfordsburn

Alyson, thank you for playing so beautifully at our wedding. It was perfect.

Jennifer and DarrenThe Old Inn, Crawfordsburn

Thank you Alyson for giving us the perfect music for a perfect day. I loved all of the music especially Shining Light! Thank you for all the effort you put in. We couldn’t have asked for more!!

Kirsty and StephenRiverdale Barn, Aghagallon

Just a wee email to say a massive thank you for playing at our wedding. You were absolutely brilliant and set the scene perfectly for the whole day. We especially loved our ceremony music – it was beautiful. Hopefully you had a nice day too!

Andrew and SuzanneKilmore Country House, Glenariffe

Alyson has been an absolute pleasure to deal with from start to finish and went out of her way to change the arrangement of songs for me. She also sent me recordings of our chosen songs before the wedding which was great and they’re lovely to keep. Do not hesitate in booking Alyson. Thank you again.

Rebecca and CoreyRegent Street Methodist Church, Newtownards

Thank you so much for playing at our wedding and for all your work preparing music. We loved your versions of our song choices – especially the upbeat ‘Here Comes the sun’ – really great!

Jen and DavidThe Old Inn, Crawfordsburn

Just a little note to say thank you so much for the beautiful music you provided for our wedding! It really made our day! You have such a wonderful talent so once again thank you!

Victoria and DarinThe Old Inn, Crawfordsburn

Alyson played for our wedding on 25 April 2019. 5 stars is not enough, her talent and service is unbelievable.From first emails and meeting with Alyson she was so lovely and welcoming she couldn’t do enough for us. Do not hesitate in booking this incredible musician you will not regret it. Thank you Alyson so so much!

Rachel and PeteThe Old Inn, Crawfordsburn

I just wanted to thank you so much for the fantastic music at our wedding, it was so beautiful and nothing was ever a problem when dealing with you. Such great service and fantastic music. Thank you so so much again and we will definitely recommend you to all our friends.

Tracie and MatthewClandeboye Lodge Hotel, Bangor

Thank you again for beautifully playing at our wedding. I will recommend you to my friends and family.

Jennifer and AndrewDunadry Hotel, Antrim

A quick email to give you a big thank you for your performance last Saturday at our wedding. It was a fantastic atmosphere you created and we spotted our favourite songs throughout the day! Everyone has been commenting on the live music since! Next time we need a pianist in Belfast (or Barcelona!) without doubt we will give you a call! Thanks again!

Nick and MariaTitanic Hotel, Belfast

Thank you so much for playing at our wedding. The music was superb and everyone complimented it. I will definitely recommend you to family and friends.

Zara and AntonThe Old Inn, Crawfordsburn

Just a quick note to say thank you for making my day so special. It was so beautiful to hear you play. Thanks again, I will be recommending you should the opportunity arise!

Sara and JackTemple of the Winds, Mount Stewart, Newtownards