- Santa Monica, CA
- Pianist
- Contact for pricing
Lori A. said
“Early and excellent pianist - thank you! ”
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- Santa Monica, CA
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Liz K. said
“Rufus played piano for my Mother's memorial service, and I would recommend him enthusiastically. He was very polite, easy to work with, and a wonderful musician. We had several professional... ”
- Beverly Hills, CA
- Pianist
- 6 miles from Santa Monica
- $200 – $1,500 per event
Carolyn B. said
“Judy was fabulous, all of our guests loved her beautiful performances and our team is still excited. ”
- West Hollywood, CA
- Pianist
- 9 miles from Santa Monica
- Starts at $150 per hour
Joan G. said
“We had blast! Glenn provided the atmosphere, music, lights and songs for all ages. The party crowd ranged from 25-75 and we all sang classics, hits, show tunes from different eras. He is a... ”
- Beverly Hills, CA
- Pianist
- 6 miles from Santa Monica
- Starts at $1,000
Danny C. said
“Mr. Mutti brought such joy to our party with his incredible performance. His professionalism, discretion and attention to detail made him a pleasure to work with. I can’t recommend him enough. ”
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1 Verified booking- Beverly Hills, CA
- Pianist
- 6 miles from Santa Monica
- Starts at $500
Grammy-nominated pianist and Prizewinner of multiple international piano competitions. Education: Moscow Conservatory (classical piano) and Berklee College of...
- Sherman Oaks, CA
- Pianist
- 9 miles from Santa Monica
- Starts at $200
Dennis B. said
“Lauren was absolutely wonderful at our Christmas party. His piano playing was beautiful, seamlessly blending jazz with classic Christmas favorites and creating the perfect festive atmosphere. Our... ”
- Encino, CA
- Pianist
- 9 miles from Santa Monica
- Contact for pricing
Patti F. said
“Neil is very talented. He plays piano beautifully. He added a lot to my after Christmas party. His comfort at taking requests was great too. I would recommend him! ”
- Santa Monica, CA
- Pianist
- $250 – $1,000 per event
Jorge Aragon is a pianist and composer with 15 years of classical training and a Master’s in Composition for Film, TV, and video games. He has collaborated with...
- Venice, CA
- Pianist
- 3 miles from Santa Monica
- Contact for pricing
Jazz musician with 2 hour set, doubles on saxophone. Can perform a two hour show solo jazz piano instrumentals. I am also a profiicient woodwind player and I...
- Beverly Hills, CA
- Pianist
- 6 miles from Santa Monica
- Starts at $3,000
Jolynn is a Grammy®considered pianist, composer, and producer recognized for her music that changes time signatures every measure. Blending her Juilliard...
- Inglewood, CA
- Pianist
- 9 miles from Santa Monica
- Contact for pricing
I'm a Pianist who sings and is a songwriter, producer & film scorer
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Quick facts for Pianists in Santa Monica, CA
17,796 quotes sent
In the past year, Pianists have sent 17,796 quotes to event planners.
18th most popular
Pianists rank #18 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.
5 out of 5 stars
There are 8,528 Pianist reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.
1.6 days on average to book
From request to booking, it takes 1.6 days (on average) to hire a Pianist.
Santa Monica ranks #17
Santa Monica is the 17th most popular city for Pianists requests in California.
Popular events
Pianists are typically hired for Children’s Birthday Parties, Wedding Engagements, and Dinner Parties in Santa Monica, CA.
California ranks #1
California is the most popular state for Pianists requests in the United States.
Past events for Pianists in Santa Monica, CA
Just right!
Pianist
5.0
April 6, 2026
2 hours
Ganna performed for a kids birthday party at our home. She included Disney greats and a great selection for the adults. She plays and sings beautifully and was very gracious. I highly recommend her.
Event total
$350
About booking Pianists in Santa Monica, CA
Piano music can add a touch of elegance to any gathering! Hire a pianist to provide background music at your corporate event, wedding ceremony, restaurant, cocktail hour, or holiday party. Some pianists are vocalists as well and can sing and play all your favorite songs. These professionals can perform many styles of music across multiple musical genres including jazz, pop, classical, and more.
The cost of hiring a professional pianist in Santa Monica, California will vary depending on the type of event, the length of the performance, and the piano player’s skill level. Classically trained pianists with years of experience performing will often charge more than those that are just getting started playing piano for private events. Contact local solo pianists to get a quote customized for your occasion.
While browsing Santa Monica pianists, look at photos, watch videos, and listen to audio samples of their performances. This will help you learn more about their style and song list. Then read reviews from past clients to see if they are easy to work with and have experience at events like yours. When talking with musicians, discuss important details like arrival times, performance lengths & scheduled breaks, setup requirements, and special song requests.
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Pianists serving the Santa Monica, CA area
These Pianists serve the wider Santa Monica and Los Angeles county area and travel to Pacific Palisades, Venice, West Los Angeles, Marina Del Rey, Westwood, Century City, Playa Vista, Playa Del Rey, Culver City, Beverly Hills, Ladera Heights, Topanga, El Segundo, Inglewood, West Hollywood, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Tarzana, Lennox, Del Aire, Studio City, Manhattan Beach, Hollywood, Hawthorne, Universal City, Valley Village, Toluca Lake, Van Nuys, Hermosa Beach, and Lawndale.