The live tribute act
A celebration of Elton — at the size your event needs.
Not an impersonation — a genuine musical tribute built on the playing and the songs. One act, four configurations, scaling from intimate solo piano to a full band with gospel-style backing vocals.
Solo
Just the grand piano and the songsThe purest form — stripped to Elton's piano and Bernie Taupin's lyrics, exactly as 'An Evening with Elton John' was conceived. Endlessly flexible and easy to stage anywhere.
- Lineup
- Marcelton — grand piano & vocals
- Best for
- Theatres, intimate rooms, private & corporate events, fundraisers
Duo
Piano + percussion — the Ray Cooper formatA huge step up in energy from just one extra player — the legendary Elton & Ray Cooper format. Dramatic swells and drive without a full backline.
- Lineup
- Grand piano & vocals + percussion
- Best for
- Listening rooms, theatres, upscale events wanting more dynamics
Classic Trio
The iconic early-'70s power trioThe legendary Dee Murray / Nigel Olsson lineup that most tributes skip. Add Davey Johnstone's guitar and it becomes the classic Honky Château / Yellow Brick Road quartet.
- Lineup
- Piano & vocals + bass + drums (add guitar for the classic quartet)
- Best for
- Clubs, festivals, theatres — the raw 11-17-70 energy
Full Band
The full spectacle, with backing vocalsMirrors the modern touring band — gospel-style backing vocals unlock the glam, disco and gospel catalogue: Philadelphia Freedom, The Bitch Is Back, Bennie and the Jets.
- Lineup
- Piano & vocals, guitar (MD), bass, drums, percussion, keys + backing vocalists
- Best for
- Festivals, casinos, theatres & PACs, large corporate shows
The repertoire
From Your Song, Rocket Man and Tiny Dancer to Bennie and the Jets, I'm Still Standing and Crocodile Rock — plus rare gems most tributes never touch. Sets are built as an arc and tailored to your audience.
Keys & authenticity
Performed faithfully — many songs in their original keys, with a handful sung a step down (just as Elton does live) to keep the voice strong across a full show. The music always comes first.