- Raleigh, NC
- Pianist
- 8 miles from Cary
- Starts at $200
Michael B. said
“JR did a great job playing the piano during our wedding. He was responsive, flexible and attentive and played what was asked perfectly!
Thank you JR! ”
84 Pianists serving Cary, NC
- Wake Forest, NC
- Pianist
- 20 miles from Cary
- $250 – $450 per event
Julie C. said
“Our 55+ community had the pleasure of hosting Chris Ott for our Valentine's Day event, and he was an absolute delight! His beautiful music captivated everyone, earning him a well-deserved standing... ”
- Raleigh, NC
- Pianist
- 8 miles from Cary
- $150 – $1,600 per event
Ashlie B. said
“Was exactly what we needed ”
- Raleigh, NC
- Pianist
- 8 miles from Cary
- Starts at $200
Janice K. said
“Joelle made this part of the wedding planning SO simple for me-- we communicated through text just a few times and she responds pretty quickly. For the prelude I told her to play any classical... ”
- Raleigh, NC
- Pianist
- 8 miles from Cary
- Contact for pricing
Ardalan S. said
“Howard was a hit. Very professional ”
- Holly Springs, NC
- Pianist
- 10 miles from Cary
- $150 – $500 per event
Mary B. said
“Christina added so much to our holiday gathering ! Everyone loved her playing , she made it so nice ”
- Durham, NC
- Pianist
- 15 miles from Cary
- Contact for pricing
Elizabeth F. said
“Thank you so much for Durham Ceremonial Piano Music being able to share their talent with us. It was wonderful! Elizabeth Forsythe Director of Music Ministry Mount Bethel United Methodist Church... ”
- Cary, NC
- Pianist
- Starts at $50
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Quick facts for Pianists in Cary, NC
17,673 quotes sent
In the past year, Pianists have sent 17,673 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 8,607 Pianist reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.
1.7 days on average to book
From request to booking, it takes 1.7 days (on average) to hire a Pianist.
Cary ranks #2
Cary is the 2nd most popular city for Pianists requests in North Carolina.
Popular events
Pianists are typically hired for Wedding Receptions, Dinner Parties, and Corporate Events in Cary, NC.
North Carolina ranks #11
North Carolina is the 11th most popular state for Pianists requests in the United States.
Past events for Pianists in Cary, NC
Rehearsal Dinner Performance
Pianist
5.0
August 27, 2026
1 hour
Greta did an AMAZING job at my rehearsal dinner. She was so helpful and sounded awesome. I highly recommend her!!
Event total
$150
About booking Pianists in Cary, NC
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 Cary, North Carolina 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 Cary 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 Cary, NC area
These Pianists serve the wider Cary and Wake county area and travel to Morrisville, Method, Apex, Raleigh, Research Triangle Park, Holly Springs, Flowers, Garner, New Hill, Willow Spring, Fuquay Varina, Durham, Knightdale, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Light, Angier, Wake Forest, Rolesville, Moncure, Clayton, Youngsville, and Hillsborough.