John Geraghty

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John Geraghty – London-Based Pianist | Smooth Jazz & Pop Specialist
John is a highly skilled and versatile pianist based in London, renowned for his smooth jazz and contemporary pop interpretations. With years of experience performing across a wide range of prestigious venues and events, John brings a touch of elegance, sophistication, and soul to every occasion.
Whether it’s an intimate wedding, a stylish hotel lounge, a luxury cruise, or a high-profile corporate event, John’s music provides the perfect atmosphere. His extensive and ever-growing repertoire spans timeless classics ... to modern chart-toppers, all tailored seamlessly to suit the mood and style of your event.
What truly sets John apart is his passionate and emotive playing style. Each performance is delivered with captivating expression and refined musicality, creating memorable experiences for every guest. From romantic ballads to laid-back jazz grooves, John's music speaks directly to the heart.
John is not only a masterful musician but also a consummate professional—easy to work with, punctual, and fully committed to making your event truly special. Whether performing solo or as part of a larger ensemble, he adapts effortlessly to the needs of any setting.
Available for bookings throughout the UK and worldwide, John is ready to bring his unique musical charm to your next event.
New song requests not currently on set list can be provided.
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Set-List

JAZZ
Autumn Leaves
Come fly with me
Cry me a river
I’ve got the world on a string
Bye Bye Blackbird
Rum and Samba
Smile
Here, there and everywhere
All Blues
All the way
Blue Monk
Sonny
Summertime
Making Whoopie
Blue Bossa
Misty
Girl from Ipanema
Black Coffee
All the things you are
Black Orpheus
I’m beginning to see the light
Lullaby of Birdland
I wish I knew how it would feel to be free
A night in Tunisia
Song for My Father
Triste
Ain’t misbehavin’
Bags Groove
Beyond the sea
Blue moon
Body and soul
Stella by Starlight
Waterme ... lon man
Pure imagination
You don't know what love is
Blue in Green
Cry me a river
My Funny Valentine
How High the Moon
Footprints
Misty
Don’t get around much anymore
Crystal Silence
Equipoise
Here’s that rainy Day
Impressions
Is you is
Maiden voyage
My favourite things
My way
Nobody knows you when you’re down and out
Take the A train
So what
Some day my prince will come
Tune up
Wave
Yesterdays
Footprints
Lover man
My funny Valentine
Nobody knows you when you’re down and out
Road song
Salvadore Shore
There will never be another you
Satin Doll
Smile
So what
Stormy Weather
When you wish upon a star
Yesterdays
A foggy day
As time goes by
Come rain or come shine
Dream a little dream of me
Every time we say goodbye
Impressions
It don’t mean a thing
The lady is a tramp
Let there be love
Mack the Knife
Moanin
My favourite things
Night and day
Now's the time
On the sunny side of the street
Paper doll
Smoke gets in your eyes
So nice
St thomas
Take five
That old feeling
Tune up
We will meet again
You make me feel so young
You're nobody till somebody loves you
POP
Die with a smile
The Way We Were
Make you feel my love
Over the rainbow
Lately
You raise me up
Isn't she lovely
Natural Woman
Bridge over troubled water
You are the sunshine of my life
All Of Me
Moondance
On broadway
Mornin
My cherie amour
Run
Hallelujah
Lately
Superstitious
Feel Like Making Love
Fields Of Gold
Hey Jude
Masquerade
Yesterday
Imagine
Amazing Grace
Isn't she lovely
Hotel California
Desperado
Wonderful World
Oh, When the Saints
Just the way you are
Danny Boy
Your song
Stuck on You
Ain’t no Sunshine
Blueberry Hill
Let's stay together
You raise me up
Somewhere out there
Bridge over troubled water
Yellow
Wake me up when September ends
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Biography

John started learning piano at seventeen, diving into classical pieces by Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, and other great composers. While that gave him a solid foundation, he also taught himself songwriting and music production—creating everything from funky disco-pop tracks to smooth, emotional ballads. Along the way, he explored other genres too, including jazz, blues, gospel, and country piano.
He's also a published author. His book The Complete Classical Piano Course was featured in PIANIST magazine’s list of the Top 20 Best Self-Learning Piano Books. His second book, Playing By Ear – A ... Songwriter’s Way, offers a step-by-step guide to chord harmony and voicings, helping musicians unlock their creativity.
These days, John continues to sharpen his skills during the day and focuses on performing in the evenings and on weekends—always looking for new ways to grow as a musician and connect with his audience.
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Experience

John has played in numerous hotels and restaurants as well as cocktail parties and private functions as a pianist / keyboard player in numerous pop / jazz and function bands.

Suitable for

Anniversary Party Casinos Charity / Fundraising Event Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Corporate Event Cruise Ships Dinner Party Engagement Party Hotel Event Private Party Restaurant / Bar / Pub Event Session Work Wedding Cocktail/Drinks Reception Wedding Reception

Meet the Act

As well as being an accomplished pianist, John is also a professional songwriter and music producer, creating under the name SmashHarry. When he's not making music, you'll find him nose-deep in a thriller—he's read every Jack Reacher book, with A Wanted Man topping his list of favorites.
Wherever he goes, John finds a way to make music happen. Take that unforgettable trip to Mexico, for example—his ex-girlfriend’s sister was getting married, and the bride asked him to join the salsa band for a performance. Never one to do things halfway, John jumped in with some Rock 'n' Roll piano fl ... air, rallying the whole band into a high-energy jam session. The best part? None of them spoke English—but that didn’t matter. As John always says: music is a universal language. 🎶 Read More

Virtual Services Offer

Online Piano Lessons

Hi,
I am very experienced in teaching beginners to advanced playing standard. I can teach almost all genres including country, latin and gospel piano but most students tend to learn jazz, classical, blues, pop (I'm also a songwriter), chords, theory, improvisation and composition with me.

Exams: ABRSM: Grade 8 Classical / Diploma standard performances, Jazz grade 5 (although I go a lot more advanced than this level) and Grade 1-8 theory ABRSM standard.

I am a published author with my online/offline course The Complete Classical Piano Course (voted as the Top 20 Best piano courses - by PIANIST magazine) and also my Playing by Ear - A Songwriter's Way book which has been featured in PIANIST magazine 6 times as well as numerous compositions.

If you're struggling with anything piano related, technique, sight-reading, musicality, theory or even just how to do a page turn, I can help you the fastest and quickest way.

I've developed tips and tricks and various learning strategies over 30+ years, on students from 6 -75 years old. As long as you follow my method for learning piano and lose your bad habits I will get you playing better no matter where you're at at the moment.

Rates: £50 / hour. Can have a lesson per week, 2 per month or one per month.