- Toronto, ON
- Pianist
- $375 and up
Paul S. said
“thank you David for a great performance. lots of fun and interactive ”
Overview
Hi there! I am a professional jazz and pop pianist who has performed hundreds of events (private and public), concerts, recording sessions, music festivals and more. Events include wedding ceremonies, cocktail receptions, corporate events, private parties, or whatever you can think of! I am able to add additional musicians to the act to perform as a duo, trio or larger, with any combination of instrumentation. Able to provide both music that is both background, or a featured act. I am proficient in jazz, pop, blues, and many more related genres.
Reviews
8 reviews
Kim W.
June 23, 202480th Birthday Party
Anthony performed at my father’s 80th surprise party and I could not be happier with the ambiance he created with his repertoire of jazz selections.
I found Anthony to be a pleasure to work with from the time of initial booking until the end of the event. He was polite and courteous at all times, requesting feedback and ensuring the volume was appropriate throughout the evening. Anthony was happy to take a request and played a mean Happy Birthday! Looking forward to the next opportunity to book Anthony.
Hired as: Jazz Pianist
Jaclyn B.
December 17, 2023Absolutely wonderful Pianist
Anthony was spectacular!
Our guests were entertained with his wide repertoire of Holiday music! I would highly recommend him for any event.
Thank you, Anthony! We look forward to having you again next year.
Hired as: Classical Pianist, Pianist
Anthony D'Alessandro
Thanks Jaclyn, glad everyone enjoyed it!
Janet W.
December 17, 2023Anthony arranged for a great replacement
Although Anthony was unable to come to my event he arranged for a colleague of his Jennifer Lo to step in and she was wonderful .
Hired as: Jazz Pianist
Anthony D'Alessandro
Thanks Janet, glad it was a successful night!
Marina K.
December 10, 2023Fantastic!
Anthony is a true professional with a remarkable repertoire spanning various music styles. His genuine passion for piano playing shines through, creating an atmosphere of pure enjoyment. He skillfully set the tone for our private event, elevating the entire experience with his amazing musical talent. Anthony is highly responsive, flexible, and punctual – an absolute pleasure to deal with.
Hired as: Pianist
Anthony D'Alessandro
Thank you Marina for having me! It was a pleasure performing at your party, and glad everyone enjoyed the music!
Danielle K.
March 25, 2022Anthony was wonderful!
I was in a pinch when I found Anthony and he came through at the eleventh hour. He is extremely talented and was an absolute pleasure to work with. He was quick to respond to all communication and very easy to work with. I would highly recommend Anthony as a pianist for any event.
Hired as: Pianist
Booking information
Price range: $250 and up
Languages: English, French
Gig length: 10 - 300 minutes
What to expect
I am a professional pianist who specializes in event entertainment. I pride myself on catering to the individual needs of my clients and am able to adjust the number of musicians hired, instrumentation, and music genre to match the requests of each individual client. I have performed at over 500+ private events and parties, for clients including TIFF, TD Canada Trust, Sony Music Entertainment, Oxford Properties, and many more. The musicians that will be contracted to play your event are all professional musicians with a great deal of experience. We specialize in background jazz/cocktail music for corporate clients, weddings, and private events. We are able to provide all instruments and sound system required.
Some common requests from my clients include:
Solo piano entertainment (jazz/pop)
Wedding cocktail hour (jazz/pop)
Dinner background music (ambient piano)
Jazz trios/quartets (flexible instrumentation)
Vocal & piano duets
About
Anthony D’Alessandro is a pianist, composer, arranger, and bandleader based in Toronto, Ontario. His love of Oscar Peterson’s sense of swing, combined with his passion for the blues, gospel, and traditional jazz, has shaped his distinctively joyful and captivating style of playing. Anthony has performed in many of Ontario’s finest venues and festivals including the Toronto Summer Music Festival, the Barrie Jazz and Blues Festival, the Jazz Sudbury Festival, the Kensington Market Jazz Festival, the Brampton World of Jazz Festival, the Rex Hotel Jazz and Blues Bar, the Home Smith Bar at the Old Mill Toronto, Hugh’s Room Live, Heliconian Hall and Lula Lounge.
Anthony’s music has also taken him throughout the United States and Europe including performances at the International Glenn Miller Festival in Clarinda, Iowa, the Snowbirds Extravaganza Festival in Lakeland, Florida, RueB Jazz Club in New York City, and composition at the Casalmaggiore International Music Festival in Casalmaggiore, Italy.
Anthony has shared the stage with Canadian jazz greats including Steve Wallace, Pat LaBarbara, Reg Schwager, Chase Sanborn, Alex Dean, Jackie Richardson, Ernesto Cervini, and Drew Jurecka. He holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Jazz Piano Performance from the University of Toronto.
Additional booking notes
Please contact directly for technical info.
Services offered
Influences and inspiration
Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, Miles Davis, Oscar Peterson Trio, Bill Evans, Dave Brubeck, Elton John, Billy Joel.
Setup requirements
Able to provide keyboard and amplification for event spaces without acoustic pianos.
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