the violet duo
The perfect complimentary duet - tender acoustic violin by Jessica May Balfour and gentle piano accompaniment, performed by Mathilda Manley-Lewis on her portable white grand piano.
A stunning visual element to add to any event, Mathilda provides her own baby grand piano and can perform alongside Jessica in a variety of styles and genres, from romantic wedding classics to upbeat pop and christmas hits.
Mathilda
Mathilda Manley-Lewis studied alongside Jessica at the prestigious Royal Welsh College of Music, graduating in classical piano performance. She has since has become resident pianist for listed wedding venues across the UK including Aldwick Estate, Leigh Court and Hilton Cadbury House. She also holds lounge pianist residencies at acclaimed restaurants including Browns and The River Grille.
Mathilda provides her own portable white baby grand piano (pictured) for all bookings.
’Young and beautiful’ -
lana del rey
A stunning wedding classic, elevated in this delicate violin and piano arrangement.
Jessica
Jessica May Balfour is one of London & Bristol’s leading acoustic & electric violinists, regularly performing at five star wedding venues including The Dorchester, Monkey Island Estate, Grocers' Hall, The Dilly and The NoMad Hotel, and holds residencies at prestigious Mayfair and central London clubs.
A versatile, multi-genre performer, her stylistic string playing has been heard across the globe. Clients include Google, Porsche, Sky Sports, Lacoste, UFC, Boots, Epsom Downs Racecourse, Aviator, The Royal Institute of British Architects, The Parasol Foundation, Aviva and YouTube.
Performance highlights include Dubai’s Palm Island, AFAS Arena Amsterdam, the Royal Albert Hall, Abbey Road Studios, The Roundhouse, O2 Academy Islington and festival stages worldwide.
’God only knows’ -
the beach boys
Often considered one of the greatest songs ever written…
A truly romantic rendition with live violin and piano.
Canon in D
Jessica and Mathilda’s unique arrangement of Pachelbel’s Canon in D - a wedding classic!
Jessica performs the melody line of Elvis Presley’s ‘Can’t Help Falling In Love’ which creates the perfect wedding atmosphere. A popular choice for a Bridal Entrance.
’Ocean eyes’ - billie eilish
An emotive, romantic take on this pop classic.
