Pianists
CategoriesAllegro's pianists are second to none for talent, virtuosity and versatility. From acclaimed international concert pianists who can rattle off Rachmaninov with a flourish and leave audiences breathless to wizards of the ivories who will provide a soothing soundtrack for your special evening, from hip jazz cats to swinging Paderewskis... A grand piano and a masterful player can encompass a whole world of musical styles and will enhance any setting.
Christina Churchill
Canadian born Christina Churchill is a pianist of exceptional talent and artistic depth. An accomplished performer and composer, her career spans over two and a half decades. Beginning her training at the age of four at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto, Christina Churchill has won numerous awards, competitions and scholarships. Intent to pursue a Doctorate of Musical Arts in 2004, Christina achieved her Masters of Music Performance Degree at the Victorian College of the Arts (University of Melbourne) in 2002.
Victoria
David Helfgott
Well-known to audiences all over the world since his extraordinary life was immortalized in the Oscar-winning film Shine, David Helfgott continues to amaze and inspire. There is no one quite like David Helfgott, whose mastery of the piano has been hailed as nothing short of genius by critics everywhere. The music, life and passion of David Helfgott stand as a testament to the triumph of the human spirit over adversity and the universal power of love.
Queensland
Dean Lotherington
Theatre, cabaret and piano bar star Dean Lotherington will provide the perfect atmosphere for your event. Whether laid back piano bar style, on stage in cabaret or playing amazing upbeat acid jazz - Dean is your man.
Victoria
Diana Woodhouse
Diana Woodhouse is a first class solo performer whose years of experience playing in Melbourne and internationally have developed a professional, versatile and highly sought after entertainer. Diana has performed in five star hotels in Cairo, Oslo, London, Istanbul, Dubai, Ireland and the Greek Islands, and has been performing regularly on the Spirit of Tasmania since 1998.
Victoria
Grand Piano - Black
This 186cm ebony Yamaha C3 grand piano is stunning with a crisp, clean tone. It is designed to deliver the optimum performance. Elegantly styled and carefully crafted, this piano is designed to fit easily into somewhat limited spaces without sacrificing the superior musical performance for which all Yamaha grand pianos are renowned. Available for hire from Allegro for your next event.
Victoria
Hot Piano Jazz
Hot Piano Jazz is a Melbourne based outfit that is renowned as one of Australia’s hottest piano trios. This trio specialises in high energy jazz arrangements that can relax or excite any audience. Consisting of Piano, Bass and Drums, this trio is a coming together of some of the country’s finest musicians.
Victoria
Joe Chindamo
Joe Chindamo's playing has adorned more than 60 films, including Pharlap, Man from Snowy River 2, The Sound of One Hand Clapping, Evil Angels and Babe. He has accompanied Shirley Bassey, recorded with Vince Jones, Olivia Newton John, Christine Sullivan and Yvonne Kenny, orchestrated and conducted a string orchestra for Peter Andre, and played with Dame Kiri te Kanawa, Caroline O'Connor and Don Burrows. In June 2002 Joe's talent was recognised by the Australian music industry when he was awarded the Australian Entertainment 'MO' Award for Instrumental Jazz Performer of the Year and was renominated in 2004.
Victoria
John Harkins
American-born and raised, John Harkins, who moved to Sydney in 1994, is one of the most sought after jazz pianists in Australia today. He performs regularly with musicians such as Don Burrows, James Morrison, Dale Barlow and others.
New South Wales
John Thorn
John Thorn is Melbourne's leading impro musician. He has composed four musicals including the acclaimed All Het Up and has been musical director/composer for countless cabaret, comedy, jazz and theatre shows. John's skills have been heard on Theatresports, Spontaneous Broadway and Bob Downe and Pastel Vespa cabaret shows.
Victoria
Krishna Martin
Highly accomplished and talented pianist, Krishna Martin, completed her studies at the Victorian College of the Arts (SS) in 2006 and her Bachelor of Music (Performance) at the University of Melbourne. She is furthering her Master Studies in Performance at the Australian National Academy of Music and is currently working with distinguished Australian Pianist/Composer Benjamin Martin. This young performer holds a Licentiate Diploma in Music Performance (Piano), from the AMEB and in 2006, she was awarded a full scholarship for an International Music Exchange program to the UK.
Victoria
