Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on November 3, 2007•From Jenkintown, PA
Jim was charming and easy going. His performance made the evening seem so special and added a nostalgic feel to our party. He is exactly what we were hoping for.
Review by Alan W.
Private Party•Reviewed on August 23, 2007•From Philadelphia, PA
Hiring Jim was a no brainer!!! He is great! Listen to him sing/play on this site...he is exactly the same! Reasonable quote...e-mailed me right away...asked me if I had requests...he was willing to learn any new request for us...wore a tux to the event; looked great...very professional, easy...half hour early to set up for my engagement party...sounded great!!!
Review by Mark C.
Private Party•Reviewed on August 11, 2007•From Wilmington, DE
Jim was great. He made every effort to perform every song requested. Everyone enjoyed his performance and we will definitly use him again in the future.
Review by Judy G.
Anniversary Party•Reviewed on July 7, 2007•From Newark, DE
I was a bit nervous about hiring Jim Laurie from this website since I did not see him perform in person. His song list and video clips on the website were very helpful and he exceeded my expectations at my event (50th wedding anniversary party). I was thrilled with his pleasant and professional phone manner, his handling of all my special requests and his wonderful performance at my party. My guests were impressed and my father was most pleased that he played all of his favorite songs. I would highly recommend Jim Laurie and I will use him again should the need arise for an outstanding piano player/performer. Additionally, working through GigMasters was very easy and the reminder emails were helpful in making the booking arrangements and handling details.
Review by Terry J.
Private Party•Reviewed on June 9, 2007•From Phoenixville, PA
We had specific requests in terms of types of music and timing of different events during the evening. Jim accomodated all requests, was professional and played beautifully. He not only followed our requests but he made suggestions and made them even better. I strongly recommend Jim for any private party you are hosting.
Review by Ellen G.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on March 17, 2007•From Wynnewood, PA
We were really looking forward to having Jim play at our party based on his profile, reviews online and our conversations with him. He did not live up to our expectations. He had no life to him; he seemed lethargic. He barely played any requests, while he played several of his choice songs twice! When he finally got us all up dancing to a fast song, we requested another fast song, and he replied, "You don't want to wear out the piano player." He then played a slow song! We could not have been more disappointed.
Review by Barbara F.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on December 30, 2006•From Drexel Hill, PA
Jim was wonderful to work with and he did a fantastic job at my husband's surprise birthday party. I received many compliments on the entertainment from the guests at the party. Jim helped to make the party a very special event.
Review by Linda S.
Wedding•Reviewed on September 3, 2006•From Columbia, PA
Jim was wonderful! He was gracious in accommodating time changes we needed to make, he researched a few lesser known songs that we wanted, and he is personable. His music is great and he's a genuinely nice guy. Jim Laurie is a top-notch professional! We'll call him again!
Review by Jeff R.
Picnic•Reviewed on May 21, 2006•From Pitman, NJ
Jim was a great addition to our party, he was funny and very professional. He played a variety of music and really knows how to get the guests into the swing! I would hire Jim again and would certainly recommend him to others!
Review by Sue W.
Anniversary Party•Reviewed on April 28, 2006•From Berlin, NJ
Jim was wonderful! He made our parents 50th anniversary party an EXTRA SPECIAL celebration. Received MANY compliments on Jim. He had a lot of request from his extensive song list, which he provided. Requests were made from those as young as a 3 year old (ABC's...songs from Annie, Barnie, etc.) to the 78 year old guests of honor. We would definitely recommend Jim to anyone looking for a talented, fun, professional piano player. We even had our youngest nephew, 20 months old accompany Jim with 'Great Balls of Fire'. It was nice to see Jim include the young children in the celebration. Everyone had a blast!!
Review by Janet C.
Private Party•Reviewed on April 1, 2006•From Philadelphia, PA
He was absolutely terrific! He's enormously talented, personable, and gracious. He's also meticulously groomed and handsome! We'll most definitely book him again.
Review by Joan M.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on October 15, 2005•From Horsham, PA
Jim was very good. It was my husband's 60th birthday and we had about 11 children there. He played songs for them and they sang. I had made some requests beforehand and he played them all. My brother in law thought he sounded like Harry Connick Jr. My sister-in-law and cousin, who go to high end parties regularly, thought he was excellent. Jim is very personable and accomodating. He arrived on time and was in a tux. I believe people at the party asked for his card. I would certainly recommend him.
Review by Lauren H.
Wedding•Reviewed on October 8, 2005•From Lancaster, PA
Jim was such a welcome addition to our wedding. He was accommodating, prompt, friendly, talented, and flexible -- a true professional. As a busy bride, I really appreciated how quickly he responded to my emails and addressed my requests. I had a million things on my mind, but I knew I never had to worry about the entertainment. By the end of the night, Jim had several of our guests singing around the piano, many of whom are professional musicians themselves. They let me know that they thought Jim had "real chops." High praise, indeed! It was a wonderful night, and Jim was a huge part of making it happen and keeping our guests happy. I would recommend him 100% without reservation.
Review by Jennifer B.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on August 6, 2005•From Trenton, NJ
jim did a wonderful job at my grandmother's 90th birthday party. he was extremely professional and personable. jim played every one of the songs we requested and so many other beautiful songs he thought we would like. i would highly recommend him and would be happy to hire him again!
