Testimonials

“We had Joe play out our wedding reception in October 2024 in Clonabreany House. To say Joe was a gentleman, professional and fantastic musician is an understatement.
Anything we asked of Joe he took onboard with songs we wanted, the tempo and vibe we had asked for as well as asking him to split his time with us into 2 sessions.
He guided us on what may be best and he was excellent. Many of our guests commented on his beautiful music and how great he presented himself. Thank you Joe, all the best and couldn’t recommend you highly enough.“

Colin & Rachel, October 2024, Clonabreany House, Co. Meath

“Joe honestly exceeded our expectations! He was absolutely amazing from start to finish. I couldn’t have walked down the aisle to anything more fantastic. All the guests remarked on how brilliant he was. So so grateful to Joe for making our day all the more memorable!“

Sorcha & Brian, September 2024, Farnham Estate, Co. Cavan

“Joe played for our wedding in September and we actually don’t have enough words to express how amazing Joe actually is! From the get go Joe was so accommodating. He responded quickly to our enquiry. Joe was so warm and welcoming to myself and Kevin. Although we had heard some of Joe’s clips from his Instagram we were immediately at ease after our first chat knowing we had an amazing pianist and such a lovely person. Music is a big part of anyone’s special day and honestly I couldn’t recommend Joe more to people to be able to execute such an emotional day. There isn’t a piece of music that he doesn’t know. Kevin wanted a piano piece of a techno song to be played at the wedding and Joe was UNREAL playing Children by Robert Miles. We had emotional pieces and happy pieces played and they were perfect. I asked Joe if he would sing the chorus of my aisle song “To Build A Home” which is out of the ordinary for a most pianists and oh my god I couldn’t explain it. He captured every emotion in all of us with this song. His voice is just amazing. Guests talked about Joe for the whole night and still ask about him. We knew what songs we wanted played but couldn’t decide where to play them in what parts of the ceremony. Joe was so so so helpful with this taking a massive stress from us. Such a professional! He really brings an emotional warm energy with him.
Joe we couldn’t actually thank you enough for everything. The best musician we have come across. We wish you continued success in your music.
The Birney’s ☺️“

Kevin & Sarah, September 2024, Ferrycarrig Hotel, Co Wexford

“From the moment we connected with Joe and heard his music, we knew he would be awesome and add such beauty to the ceremony and reception, but he really took it to the next level! Everyone was raving about the music during the ceremony and reception, saying his playing was incredible.
Thank you Joe for being accommodating with our song choices, as you played them beautifully during the ceremony.

You were so lovely and easy to work with! We wish we could do our day all over again for many reasons and hearing Joe play again is certainly one of them!”

Jen & George, September 2024, Tankardstown House, Co. Meath

“Joe was our wedding pianist and he was amazing! The ceremony music was absolutely beautiful. There were a few songs that we requested and he played them beautifully, even better than the originals! It was the perfect music for the ceremony and our drinks reception. Thank you so much Joe for the lovely music and being a part of our wedding day! Highly recommend!”

Ronan & Sushani, September 2024, Clontarf Castle, Co. Dublin

“We couldn’t have been happier with Joe as our wedding pianist! He was fantastic to work with, super communicative, and handled all our special requests perfectly. His performance on the day was incredible—adding the perfect touch of elegance and fun. Not only is he an extremely talented pianist, but he also brought such great energy to the wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. Highly recommend!“

Craig & Maren, September 2024, The Shelbourne, Co. Dublin

“Joe played during our ceremony and drinks reception. He was so friendly and professional, and made the whole process absolutely seamless. We had a selection of pieces we wanted played during the ceremony, and he learned and performed them beautifully. Easily recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding pianist! Thanks so much Joe.“

Daniel & Karla, September 2024, Beech Hill Country House, Co. Derry

“We had the absolute pleasure of having Joe perform at our wedding, and he truly made our day even more special! He arrived early to set up, which gave us great peace of mind, and was incredibly professional throughout.

Joe played a wonderful mix of jazz and pop music, keeping the atmosphere perfect from start to finish. His performance was flawless, and we were especially touched that he took the time to learn several songs in advance just for us.

Our guests couldn’t stop raving about his talent! If you’re looking for a pianist who can elevate your event, Joe is your guy!“

Sophie & James, August 2024, The Merchant Hotel, Belfast

“We were so lucky to have Joe play through dinner at our wedding; He really contributed to the overall experience and elegance of the day.

Not only were his performances pristine, but he truly went above and beyond to find us an alternative to a grand piano when we found out our venue couldn’t accommodate one.

Our guests loved him as much as we did, giving him requests and many rounds of applause. We would certainly hire him all over again… highly recommend!“

Catie & Niall, August 2024, Powerscourt House & Gardens, Co. Wicklow

“Joe was a complete pro and gent for our wedding day! My wife and I still talk about how amazing the music was and especially the church music! We both would highly recommend Joe! Thanks again!“

Michael & Sinead, July 2024, Ballykealy House, Co. Carlow

“We were lucky enough to have Joe play music for our ceremony and reception at Tankardstown house in June 2024.

Joe was very easy to work with and very accommodating of all of our requests, even surprising us with a song choice during our ceremony that was had asked him about a few weeks earlier.

We have received numerous compliments about our ceremony music since our wedding day and we couldn’t recommend Joe enough!“

Clare & Sean, June 2024, Tankardstown House, Co. Meath

“We can really recommend Joe to anyone in search for a wedding pianist! He made both our ceremony and our reception absolutely magical.

Joe’s talent is undeniable. His playing is beautiful and sophisticated, and he has a wonderfully wide repertoire. He even went above and beyond by learning two new songs just for us, one of which was a special Harry Potter request which he played beautifully.

But Joe’s excellence goes beyond just his musical skills. He was fantastic to work with throughout the planning process. He took the time to have a call with us to understand our vision for the day and all our musical preferences. Joe was incredibly patient, friendly, and always positive, which really put us at ease.

On the wedding day itself, Joe’s music created the perfect atmosphere. The ceremony was elegant and touching, and the reception was lively and fun. Both we and our guests really enjoyed the music, and Joe undoubtedly played a big role in making our wedding so memorable.

If you’re looking for a talented, professional, and all-around fantastic wedding pianist, look no further than Joe!“

Michael & Elisabeth, May 2024, Moyvalley Hotel, Co. Kildare

“We loved having Joe do our wedding ceremony and reception music! From the get go Joe was great to work with and very professional. We had a few song requests and Joe performed them beautifully. Our guests loved the reception music too which added such a beautiful atmosphere, especially as it was raining on our wedding day so everyone was indoors! Thanks again Joe! I would highly recommend to anyone.“

Alice & Neil, May 2024, Tulfarris Hotel, Co. Wicklow 

“We had Joe play for our ceremony and drinks reception and he was wonderful. He helped us practice timing and picking the right music and had some many choices to choose from and could even do a custom piece if needed. During our ceremony we had a hiccup and he went along perfectly not missing a note. It was a beautiful ceremony and a tear always drops when hearing the music for our ceremony.

Thank you Joe for making our day so much better with your great personality, professionalism and stunning music!.“

Kristen & Zach, April 2024, Bellingham Castle, Co Louth 

“Where do I start! Joe was a last minute decision and the best decision we made! His music was the perfect addition to our day from the ceremony to drinks reception. Our guests absolutely LOVED him, he played every request and got a sing song started. Would highly recommend Joe, you can’t go wrong!!“

Sara & Adam, April 2024, Ballymagarvey Village, Co. Meath

“Joe is an incredibly talented musician! Joe played for us at our drinks reception at Lough Eske on the grand piano and made it so fun and lively with his amazing choice of music from modern hits to the all time classics!

Joe was great to work with and made it look effortless! Thank you Joe for making our day so special!“

Hannah & Gary, April 2024, Lough Eske Castle, Co. Donegal 

“Joe played our wedding on in April and we couldn’t have asked for a better addition to our wedding. He made the day so much better and was brilliant for start and finish. The transition from each song in the ceremony was perfect and he made a wedding day even more special.“

Kenneth & Eimear, April 2024, The Keadean Hotel, Co. Kildare

“Joe played at our drinks reception in Clonabreany House in April 2024. So many of our guests have complimented how the music set the tone for the day. Thanks Joe for being so professional and being part of our special day.
Sibéal & Mark“

Sibéal & Mark, April 2024, Clonabreany House, Co. Meath

“I wouldn’t look any further than Joe Kenny! Ultra professional guy, super easy to deal with and of course, a fantastic pianist. We had a call prior to our big day, whereby Joe offered requests. Most importantly, Joe has the ability to evaluate the crowd, and knows exactly what to play and when. We had several working musicians present on the day as guests, and they all had the highest of praise for Joe. Thanks again“

Kevin & Fiona, March 2024, Ballymagarvey Village, Co. Meath

“We had Joe play at our wedding for both our Ceremony and drinks reception and he was incredible! Throughout the run up to the wedding he was so professional, responsive and knowledgeable, and was able to accommodate any additional song requests we had. Would highly recommend Joe to anyone!“

Rebekah & Alex, March 2024, Ballymagarvey Village, Co. Meath

“Joe was absolutely brilliant on our wedding day. He fit in with our plans seamlessly and kept guests entertained during our ceremony and throughout our drinks reception. I would recommend Joe to anyone. Thanks for being a part of our day.“

Aisling & Paddy, February 2024, Ballymagarvey Village, Co. Meath

“We had Joe playing at the drinks reception of our wedding in February. He is not only a hugely talented musician with a vast set of music but also professional in the lead up with good communication at all times. The background music on the day provided a wonderful atmosphere in the lobby. Would highly recommend.“

Joy & Mark, February 2024, Slieve Russell Hotel, Co. Cavan

“We were absolutely thrilled with Joe’s piano playing at our wedding! He was fantastic and truly made our special day even more unforgettable. During the meal, he played a beautiful selection of songs that really got the party started. Our guests were singing along, requesting songs, and just having an amazing time. The atmosphere was truly magical and we couldn’t have been happier.

What struck us most was how well Joe knew his audience and was able to read the crowd. He played the perfect mix of classic and modern songs to appeal to everyone’s taste. We received so many compliments from our guests about how wonderful he was and how it really added to the overall ambiance of the event.

We would highly recommend Joe to anyone looking for a talented and professional piano player for their special occasion. His music really made our wedding day stand out and we’re so grateful to have had him as part of our celebration.”

Brian & Alan, 2023, Lord Bagenal Hotel, Co. Carlow

“Joe is an exceptionally talented pianist! I came across him first at a wedding showcase event and knew we had to have him playing at our own wedding Drinks Reception. He didn’t disappoint. Would recommend him to anyone!“

Kevin & Suzy, 2023, Tankardstown House, Co. Meath

“A consummate professional!
We booked Joe to perform at our wedding reception in Ballymagarvey Village on 16th Februrary 2023 and he was superb! From the moment we booked him right up until the week of the wedding, he was very responsive via email and more than happy to schedule a call with us and take any personal music requests we had – we both are involved with musicals in our spare time so he happily took our suggestions to enhance his already brilliant set list. His performance added so much to the day and our guests all commented on how great he was. Don’t look any further if you are looking for a wedding pianist! 🙂“

Hannah & Gearoid, 2023, Ballymagarvey Village, Co. Meath

“Joe played during our drinks reception at Markree Castle in April. He was wonderful to work with throughout the planning process. Everyone loved the song selection, and his beautiful music created the perfect atmosphere on our big day. We would highly recommend booking Joe to add a special touch to any wedding!“

Alexandra & Daniel, 2023, Markree Castle, Co. Sligo

“Joe played at our wedding drinks reception in Ballymagarvey Village in May. From start to finish Joe was helpful, responsive and professional. We had a zoom call before the wedding to discuss the type of music we would like and Joe really listened created the perfect atmosphere on the day.

If you’re looking for a talented pianist we would highly recommend Joe!“

Shauna & Adam, 2023, Ballymagarvey Village, Co. Meath

“Absolutely great addition to our wedding. Joe was an ease to work with from start to finish and couldn’t recommend him more.
He can play nearly everything!“

Des & Trudy, 2023, Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, Co. Dublin

“Joe played at our drinks reception on 10th February 2023 in Markree Castle. From initial contact to the day itself he was a pleasure to deal with – prompt replies, clear quotes, and he even learned two rare pieces that I requested and played them when he saw me coming! My only regret is I didn’t get to spend more time listening, but the guests were commenting on how good the music was so that’s the best review really!“

Claire & Kevin, 2023, Markree Castle, Co. Sligo

“Joe is EXCEPTIONAL. We cannot recommend him enough. We booked Joe for our wedding in August 2023, and all of our guests commented on his fantastic piano skills. He also played all the songs we requested. Brilliant to have him as part of our perfect day. Book him – you will not regret it!“

Amira & Ben, 2023, Virginia Park Lodge, Co. Cavan

“Joe goes above and beyond for his clients. Joe had us at ease from the beginning as he is a fantastic communicator and answered all of our questions re music (and there were many!). Joe is an exceptionally talented musician and his music echoing throughout the white Chapel at Gloster House just created such emotion for all. What I love about the service Joe provides is that he is friendly,professional and he has such a vast array of music to choose from- you will never be stuck! I loved that we could start out with some classical music and then jump to some really modern songs, all sounding amazing on the piano. Seriously, look no further…if we ever have need for live music again we will not hesitate to contact Joe. We will be recommending him to everyone we can!!! Joe you’re an absolute star! Thanks so much for adding so much to our wedding preparations and to our wedding day! Sarah and Les“

Sarah & Les, 2023, Gloster House, Co. Offaly

“Joe was fantastic and so professional. He learned all of the songs we requested, some being a little obscure which was not easy. He was also an absolute gent to work with. Couldn’t recommend highly enough!“

Geri & James, 2022, The Millhouse, Co. Meath

“From our initial interaction right up to the end of the wedding day, Joe was a pleasure to work with. He understood exactly what we wanted and set the whole vibe of the day. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for an extremely talented and professional wedding pianist – you wont be disappointed!“

Orlaith & Colin, 2022, Moyvalley, Co. Kildare

“We recently had Joe play for our ceremony and he was great, super nice and friendly guy, great communication when organising, and of course a very talented pianist! He really helped to make the ceremony very special. Highly recommend him.“

Ciaran & Wini, 2022, Poulaphouca House & Falls, Co. Wicklow

“Joe played at our wedding in Bellingham Castle. We wanted a pianist to play during the meal. Right from the beginning, Joe made everything so seamless; his communication was fantastic, his packages were very fairly priced and his range of song choices were excellent. We had a brief Zoom call with Joe the week of our wedding to run through our preferences and he really paid attention to our requests. He is very professional and personable but most of all a brilliant pianist. The background music of the piano was a lovely addition to our meal and several guests commented on his performance. We highly recommend Joe 10/10.“

Ciaran & Victoria, 2022, Bellingham Castle, Co. Louth

“Joe played at both our wedding ceremony and drinks reception in August in the Farnham Estate, Cavan. The ceremony music was always one of the most important things to us and from the minute we got in touch with Joe, we knew we had made the right decision. He is not only extremely talented but incredibly professional to deal with. He has a vast repertoire of music and played a beautiful set at our drinks reception. Joe’s music truly was the perfect backdrop to our day and it will long live in our memory. I couldn’t recommend Joe enough!“

Tara & Richard, 2021, Farnham Estate, Co. Cavan

“Joe performed at the drinks reception of our wedding. Joe was professional and easy to work with throughout the organisation of our wedding and even accommodated our last minute change of date! On the day he was incredibly talented and created a great atmosphere at our drinks reception. He was even taking song requests from the guests which was great fun! We would highly recommend Joe!“

Ali & Andrew, 2020, Ballymagarvey Village, Co. Meath

“We booked Joe to play at our ceremony, drinks reception and dinner. He met with my wife a couple of months prior to the wedding to discuss music choices for the ceremony and scoped out our venue in Stephen’s Green to make doubly sure everything ran smoothly on the day of the wedding. I have to say we found Joe very helpful and easy to communicate with. His piano playing added the perfect soundtrack to our day. He made sure to play some of our favorite songs and even took requests throughout the dinner from our guests which was great. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him!“

Ciaran & Roberta, 2019, Stephen’s Green Hibernian Club, Dublin

“Joe was amazing to deal with from start to finish and was also really accommodating when we had to postpone our wedding. Music on the night was beautiful and all our guests loved it! Look no further if you are after a pianist!!“

Sascha & Charlene, 2021, Ballymagarvey Village, Co. Meath

“Joe was a pleasure to deal with from start to finish! He has an extensive repertoire of songs from all genres to choose from and played all of our selected songs beautifully on our wedding day! If you’re looking for a pianist look no further! Highly recommended, you won’t be disappointed!“

Andrea & Yousef, 2021, Luttrellstown Castle, Co. Dublin

“Joe played at our wedding reception in Bellingham Castle in November. We were absolutely delighted we had him as it really set a great atmosphere at the reception.

As we had discussed with him in a zoom call the week before, Joe played a range of different genres to suit all our guests. He is incredibly talented on the piano and can perfectly read the room when choosing the songs to play throughout the evening. When the bulk of the party moved from the main reception room downstairs to the bar, Joe moved down there too which was brilliant!

It was really nice for us to hear so many compliments from our guests on the music at the reception – it really created the relaxed atmosphere we were looking for.

We would absolutely recommend Joe without hesitation.”

David & Aoife, 2021, Bellingham Castle, Co. Louth

“We had the great pleasure of having Joe play at our recent wedding in Ghan House, Carlingford. At every stage in our dealings with Joe, from early inquiries through to the day itself, he went above and beyond to help us with our music choices. He learned new songs which we asked if he could play and even took a request or two from our guests. He brought his own keyboard to play downstairs during the ceremony, which he quickly moved without fuss to a different room for the reception. He then switched to playing the grand piano upstairs in Ghan House during dinner. Joe is a talented, versatile, professional and genuinely nice guy. We highly recommend him to anyone planning a big event in their lives, whether it’s a wedding or party. He will add a special touch.”

Sandra & Clinton, 2020, Ghan House, Carlingford

“Joe played at our wedding ceremony and drinks reception in Virginia Park Lodge. We highly recommend him. He was highly communicative in the lead up and played brilliantly on the day.“

Chris & Aisling, 2021, Virginia Park Lodge, Co. Cavan

“Joe recently played for us at our Wedding in Tankardstown House and hes was fantastic.

He played during our meal for 2 hours and from start to finish it was just perfect. He performed a mix of all of the songs we asked for and even played/learned a special request I had asked for which was really appreciated.

Highly recommend Joe for any event be it corporate or a wedding, he was a pleasure to deal with and we look forward to seeing him play again in the future.

Thanks again Joe
Avril and Sam”

Avril & Sam, 2022, Tankardstown House, Co Meath

“We had the absolute pleasure of having Joe play piano at our Wedding last week in Tankardstown house. Joe played a mixed selection of old and new songs which was fantastic. We throughly enjoyed having Joe play and we only had great reviews come from our guests. Joe is a dream to work with and very accommodating after we had to postpone four times. We would 100% highly recommend him.
Wishing you all the very best Joe and thanks so much again..”

Elaine & Cormac, 2021, Tankardstown House, Co Meath

“Joe played at our wedding in Ballymagarvey Village last Friday and he played beautifully! Lovely guy and fantastic pianist, we have received many compliments from guests, thanks again for being part of our day”

Daithi & Ruth, 2019, Ballymagarvey Village, Co Meath

“Joe played at our wedding on 10th August 2019 in the Slieve Russell Hotel, Co Cavan. He played beautifully! Joe is amazing and a very talented pianist. We received many compliments from our guests regarding him. He played a great selection of music to make our day feel so special and to give the room a uplifting atmosphere. Thank you again for being part of our special day!”

Debbie & Barry, 2019, Slieve Russell Hotel, Co. Cavan

“Joe was top class during our wedding. Really was a highlight of the day. He played everything and anything and took requests. He is really talented and our friends and family all talked about him during and after the wedding. He was always easy to deal with, great communication and played anything that was asked. We could not recommend him enough.”

Kate & Eamonn, 2018, The K Club, Co Kildare

“Joe played during our Wedding @ Tankardstown House and I have to say he was nothing short of amazing. A great guy who played some really beautiful music for our guests. Everyone was commenting on how good he was. When he was finished, he came to say goodbye to my wife and I personally… a really nice touch from an even nicer guy. Thanks Joe.”

John & Nuala, 2018, Tankardstown House, Co. Meath

“Having Joe play during our ceremony was one of the best decisions we made. We booked him at the last minute and he went out of his way to accomodate our wishes and even learned a new song ,since we had our heart set on it, with very little time to spare. We lucked out hearing him at a wedding fair about 3 weeks before our big day and booked him on the spot!  Our solemniser, who performs up to 5 weddings a week, told us that Joe was the best piano player she had ever heard.  He was a real pleasure to have around, a gentleman through and through, and we highly recommend hiring him to make your day that bit more special.”

Jen & Ross, 2017, Stationhouse Hotel, Co. Meath

“We got in touch with Joe to play at our company’s 25^th Anniversary Dinner Celebration in the King’s Inns.  We also wanted to hire a grand piano for the evening and Joe took care of this seamlessly on our behalf.  The evening began with a Champagne Reception in the foyer with Joe playing soft jazz and pop songs.  He is an excellent pianist and played several requests from our staff members.  Joe did a fantastic job and made a real occasion of the opening moments to the event.  I would highly recommend him.”

David Power, Orix Aviation, 2016, The King’s Inns, Dublin

 “From the moment we got in touch with Joe about playing at our wedding, we could not fault his service or professionalism.  It was a pleasure for us to have him play over dinner and so many of our guests commented on how lovely it was to have the piano music as a backdrop.  If you want a pianist that will set the tone for your special day, Joe is your man.”

Sinead & Arthur, 2015, Ballymagarvey Village, Co. Meath

 “Joe is a class act, played some great renditions of well known songs and some funky blues numbers which went down great with our family.  Very friendly and easy to deal with.  We were delighted to have him play at our wedding.”

Trevor & Helen, 2014, Private Residence