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JONATHAN JAMES
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About JONATHAN
Soulful Piano for Sundays & Special Moments – Bringing Elegance, Emotion, and Excellence to Every Note."
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Croydon
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JONATHAN's Song list
“This Is Amazing Grace” – Phil Wickham
“House of the Lord” – Phil Wickham
“Glorious Day” – Passion / Kristian Stanfill
“Lion and the Lamb” – Bethel Music
“Raise a Hallelujah” – Bethel Music
“Alive” – Hillsong Young & Free
“See a Victory” – Elevation Worship
“Goodness of God” – Bethel Music
“Way Maker” – Sinach / Leeland
“Build My Life” – Pat Barrett / Housefires
“Who You Say I Am” – Hillsong Worship
“Yes and Amen” – Housefires
“Graves Into Gardens” – Elevation Worship
“Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)” – Hillsong United
“Here Again” – Elevation Worship
“The Blessing” – Kari Jobe, Cody Carnes, Elevation Worship
“King of Kings” – Hillsong Worship
“What a Beautiful Name” – Hillsong Worship
“Jireh” – Maverick City Music
“Refiner” – Maverick City Music
“Touch of Heaven” – Hillsong Worship
“Freedom” – Jesus Culture
“Our God” – Chris Tomlin
“God Is for Us” – CityAlight
“Your Love Awakens Me” – Phil Wickham
“You Are Good” – Israel & New Breed
“There’s Nothing That Our God Can’t Do” – Passion
“Rejoice” – The Belonging Co
“Trading My Sorrows” – Darrell Evans
“Sing Wherever I Go” – We The Kingdom
“Holy Spirit” – Bryan & Katie Torwalt
“You Say” – Lauren Daigle
“Spirit Break Out” – Kim Walker-Smith / Worship Central
“No Longer Slaves” – Bethel Music
“Great Are You Lord” – All Sons & Daughters
“Run to the Father” – Cody Carnes
“Do It Again” – Elevation Worship
“Still” – Hillsong Worship
“Anchor” – Hillsong Worship
“Christ Be Magnified” – Cody Carnes
“Altar” – Upperroom
“Yeshua” – Jesus Image
“Holy and Anointed One” – Vineyard
“Abba” – Jonathan David Helser
“Simple Gospel” – United Pursuit
“Nothing Else” – Cody Carnes
“I Exalt Thee” – Jesus Culture version
“Rest On Us” – Maverick City / Upperroom
“Make Room” – The Church Will Sing
“Fall Afresh” – Bethel Music
Let the Praises Ring” – Lincoln Brewster
“Joy” – Housefires / Maverick City
“Jesus We Love You” – Bethel Music
“All Because of Jesus” – Fee
“Happy Day” – Tim Hughes
“My Testimony” – Elevation Worship
“God So Loved” – We The Kingdom
“Look to the Son” – Hillsong Worship
“Echo” – Elevation Worship feat. Tauren Wells
“This Is the Day” – Phil Wickham
“Jesus at the Centre” – Israel Houghton
“I Speak Jesus” – Here Be Lions
“You Hold It All Together” – Maverick City Music
“Christ Is Enough” – Hillsong Worship
“You Make Me Brave” – Amanda Cook / Bethel
“Jesus, Lover of My Soul” – Hillsong
“Mercy” – Elevation Worship
“Come to the Altar” – Elevation Worship
“Surrounded (Fight My Battles)” – Upperroom
“He Knows My Name” – Tommy Walker
“I Surrender” – Hillsong Worship
“You’re Beautiful” – Phil Wickham
“Worthy of It All” – David Brymer
“Abide” – The Worship Initiative
“Captivate Us” – Christy Nockels
“Hymn of the Ages” – Maverick City Music
“Closer” – Steffany Gretzinger
“Pour Me Out” – Brandon Lake
“Rest” – Life.Church Worship
“Always Good” – Bethel Music
If I Ain’t Got You – Alicia Keys
Back to December – Taylor Swift
Unchained Melody – The Righteous Brothers
She Used to Be Mine – Sara Bareilles
I Won’t Give Up – Jason Mraz
Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley (or Haley Reinhart’s cover)
Turning Page – Sleeping at Last
Only Love Can Hurt Like This – Paloma Faith
The One That Got Away – Katy Perry (Acoustic Version)
Yours – Ella Henderson
Count on Me – Bruno Mars
Rule the World – Take That
Home – Michael Bublé
Put a Little Love on Me – Niall Horan
Brave – Sara Bareilles
Next to Me – Emeli Sandé
Love Me Like You Do – Ellie Goulding (Acoustic/Piano version)
Million Reasons – Lady Gaga
The Climb – Miley Cyrus
How to Save a Life – The Fray
JONATHAN's Prices
Last updated: 2025
Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.
Standard Prices
| Performance duration | Price | |
| Short performance (up to 15 min) | £12.50 | |
| Up to 1 hour | £50 | |
| Up to 2 hours | £100 | |
| Up to 3 hours | £150 |
Packages
Wedding ceremony
This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.
£375
Customer questions
What do your clients love most about your performances?
My clients love the passion and authenticity I bring to every performance. Whether it's a stripped-back acoustic set or a full-on show, I connect deeply with the audience, delivering vocals that are soulful, powerful, and heartfelt. They often say my energy, stage presence, and emotional delivery leave a lasting impression and create unforgettable moments
Which venues have you performed at in the past?
I've had the pleasure of performing at a range of venues across London and beyond, including The Bedford, The Jazz Café, Camden Assembly, and local churches and community events. Each space has given me the opportunity to tailor my set and connect with a variety of audiences.
Which artists have you been most influenced by?
I'm deeply influenced by artists like John Legend, Labrinth, Kirk Franklin, and Tori Kelly. Their vocal brilliance, emotional honesty, and genre-blending styles have inspired the way I write and perform music. I also draw inspiration from gospel, R&B, and soulful pop sounds.
What is the most high profile gig you've performed?
One of my most high-profile performances was at a large-scale community festival where I opened for a nationally recognized gospel act. The crowd was electric, and it was an honour to be part of such a well-attended, professionally organized event.
What if my timings change after I've booked you?
“We always try our best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let us know.”
Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?
“Absolutely. This is a really popular request and we actually offer this service for free. If you'd like a DJ service via our PA after the final set until the venue closes, we provide this for an additional £100.”
How much time do you need to set up?
“We usually set up about 1 to 1.5 hours before the performance time. As soon as our PA is set up we can provide a free playlist service to help set the atmosphere and get your guests ready for our live performance!”
If I have a piano at my venue, are you happy to perform on that?
“Yes, of course - as long as the piano is in working order and in tune, then I'm happy to play on it!”
Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?
“Our set lists are crafted from countless performances and learning what works best to ensure guests dance and have an amazing time. However, we're definitely happy to chat through and make sure we find what works for your event. ”
Are you able to bring your own piano or keyboard?
“Yes, absolutely! I bring my own instrument to play acoustically.”
Can you learn song requests before the event?
“If a song isn't included in our song list there may still be a chance we already know it. If there is a special song you'd like us to learn we are happy to do this for you. There is a fee of £30 for this service to take into account rehearsal times etc. ”
Musicianship
Genres:
Contemporary Christian, Christmas, Classical, Electronic, Ambient, 1990s era music, 1980s era music, Pop, Acoustic, Ambient pop, Soul, World music, African music, Afrobeat
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Event types:
Church service, Wedding, Virtual event, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Recording session, Private event, Charity event, Theatre / Show
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Other skills:
Arranger, Composer, Accompanist, Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching
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