the BRIMMING BABY TOSH show
NEVER THE SAME TWICE (not even the same once)
Piano / vocal songs with powerful stories and loop art fusion
“Paul is the very embodiment of the term crooner. Knows his way round the ivories better than most, with an unbeatable repertoire of originals and classics.”
Alex Clare, Island Records artist
NEIL DIAMOND
BILLY JOEL
BOB DYLAN
FRANK SINATRA
SEVENTIES HITS
A FEW LAUGHS
also:LIVE LOOPING
JAZZ and...
“He speaks in a distinctive Scottish accent. With a friendly, bubbly personality that lights up the room and makes everyone feel welcome.”
Baltimore Jewish Times
“Check this guy out, it’s a kiddush Hashem.”
Ben Shapiro, The Daily Wire re-tweet
3 reviews
Rich D.
June 23, 2021As he states in the title of his book, lIfe is indeed grand, baby when you have the blessing of hearing Paul play for you. He made that Steinway live like never before and our group loved the interactive evening of fun and good feelings. Bravo and our highest recommendation to book Paul Toshner for you and your event.
Hired as: 1970s Era Entertainment, Billy Joel Tribute Artist, Classical Pianist, Crooner, Folk Singer, Jazz Singer, Keyboard Player, One Man Band, Rock & Roll Singer, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Pianist
Baby Tosh
Thank you Rich, it was a treat indeed, the piano was quite something as were the guests - especially that girl who could really sing.
Thanks again for the review, and good luck for Saturdays game.
Tammy L.
June 18, 2021As an agent I have booked Paul into many assisted living facility gigs. He has a wide repertoire, an excellent singing voice and is funny to boot! His looping piano playing is exceptional and his music and style is perfect for the 50+ crowd. Everyone will enjoy him.
He also knows a lot about performing, and has just written a book on the subject, to see reviews: type "Toshner" into Amazom
Hired as: One Man Band, Singing Pianist, Stand-Up Comedian
Felix B.
June 17, 2021As a guitarist I have worked live with Paul many times, he engages with audiences of all ages, is a master at piano looping. He plays a lot of Billy Joel, The Beatles, Frank Sinatra and my favourite; his own songs.
He has a page of reviews on his web site from many of the gigs we have done.
Hired as: 1970s Era Entertainment, Billy Joel Tribute Artist, Children’s Party Entertainment, Corporate Entertainment, Crooner, Folk Singer, Jazz Singer, Keyboard Player, One Man Band, Rock & Roll Singer, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Pianist, Stand-Up Comedian, Voice Actor, Wedding Singer
Price range: $1000 and up.
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes
LIVE TESTIMONIALS IN YOUTUBE VIDEOS
“You brought Sinatra back to life” "You are just incredibly creative" “More fantastic than Carnegie Hall” "I’m glad I got to see you before I go" “I think you sound like Michael Bublay” “You’re an artist in your own right, you don’t remind me of anybody now but Paul Toshner” “You wrote most of these songs didn’t you? A very talented man you are!” “Above and beyond” “I like him the best, he’s got humor with his playing, the other ones are strait laced” “We’re not going to let you go.” “I’m a Frank Sinatra tribute act up in the North East, but your tone is just amazing” “You’re a really good frank Sinatra singer, you get his…. timing” “I think I’ve listened to that song a hundred times but that might be the first time I’ve actually heard it" “You love what you’re doing, that love comes out to all of us” “We say to hell with Bingo!” “You did a very good job with a smile, and that’s the way it is” “You were excellent, and I’m old enough to know cause I go back to Billy Eckstine and all them cats” “You sing with your whole body?” “He can play the piano that’s for sure” "any song you play we've all experienced something" “Your free. Some people stick to things but you're very fluid. You’re a real artist, as if u don’t know it!” “It’s my speed”
“Paul is the very embodiment of the term crooner. Knows his way round the ivories better than most, with an unbeatable repertoire of originals and classics to keep you entertained.”
Alex Clare, Island Records artist
“He speaks in a distinctive Scottish accent. With a friendly, bubbly personality that lights up the room and makes everyone feel welcome.”
Baltimore Jewish Times
“Paul’s warmth and engaging personality shine forth as he takes us from the pre-gig preparation through the unforgettable performances. You will gain insight and inspiration from this important work.”
Yechiel Spero, Author
"To me its real value lies in the understanding that a great live performer - whether of music or dramatic reading or giving a speech - finds ways large and small to connect with the audience. It is full of tidbits that help make that possible. I am a frequent public speaker and found this book a reminder of things I thought I knew, as well as a source of new ideas and inspiration in how I can do a better job. Highly recommended!”
I Cox, President/CEO Wheeltug PLC (Amazon review)
BIO
Living and working across the USA Paul has built up a variety show, and is from Scotland originally.
Paul started life as a musician playing in an up-market shopping center in Glasgow, Scotland and local hotel piano bars, he then got to cover the piano job for a friend at Mickeys Pizza in Denmark. From there he went on to piano bars in ski resorts in Klosters and St. Moritz, Switzerland. Followed by two residencies in London West End hotel piano bars before coming to the US.
He has performed throughout Europe and the U.S. touring as a soloist.
Kind Regards
Your humble servant and entertainer
Thank you for listening
Paul Avrohom Toshner (Baby Tosh; Dads nickname is Tosh…)
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A real piano
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A minimum one hour set up time (pref an hour and a half)
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As required to move the piano so the right hand side (curve side) faces towards audience.
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I put some soft velcro on the piano (comes off without a mark)
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re Covid; a safe distance can be maintained or a screen put up as required.
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Drinks or food can be served before, after during an intermission, but during not the performance.
NON ESSENTIALS:
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Doors open to performance area at least a half an hour prior to performance time
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Show time to be one hour, with an allowance for a further half hour run on
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An in tune piano, with all notes working (not essential)
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If an area in the room has no line of sight to the performance area, if possible it should be closed off.
looking forwards
Paul
Monday
Nonprofit Event
7:00pm - 10:00pm
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Washington, DC
see:
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Keith Jarret, Bob Dylan, Billy Joel, Elton John, Frank Sinatra, Neil Diamond, Prince, The Beatles, U2
WIFI / password
One Hour set up Sometimes an hour and a half, access to the performance area, especially on the first time. It’s ok if other people are there. Once it's all set up their's only a sound check for 5 mins max for the dynamics for that room.
Singing Pianist
