Classically trained and highly versatile, I bring a unique edge to live music. As a pianist, cellist, and multi-instrumentalist, I perform both originals and covers across genres including pop, classical, jazz, funk, film and video game music. Whether it's a wedding, corporate function, cocktail hour, or private party, I always match the atmosphere of your event with a curated set list. Reliable and flexible, I arrive prepared and also welcome song requests to truly make the experience personal. Let's create a memorable soundtrack for your event!
10 reviews
Jo-Jo E.
October 22, 2026Ben was extremely professional, communicative, on time for everything and learned specific and special songs for my son’s wedding. We were thrilled with his services and highly recommend him if you are planning a special event!
Hired as: Pianist
Ben Paul's Music
Thank you so much, Jo-jo! It was truly a pleasure playing for your son's wedding and I had a wonderful time!
Brent S.
August 26, 2026Ben provides the perfect music for the cocktail hour at our wedding.
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Ben Paul's Music
Thank you for your kind words, Brent! It was a pleasure playing for your wedding cocktail hour - I had a great time.
Elyse S.
June 20, 2026Ben did a fantastic job at our recent event! He brought the perfect energy and set the right mood for the room. The songs he played were diverse, mixing his original music with popular covers to keep everyone entertained from start to finish. Ben is a remarkably talented professional, and our event simply wouldn’t have been the same without him. He was easy to work with and open to guidance, which helped bring our vision for the event to life. We received positive feedback from our guests and some even requested his contact information post event. Thank you, Ben, for making it such a memorable celebration. I highly recommend him for any future events!
Hired as: Pianist
Ben Paul's Music
Thank you so much, Elyse! I really enjoyed being part of your event and am happy I was able to help bring your vision to life. I'm so grateful for your kind words and thrilled to hear that the music was so well received by your guests. Thank you again for the opportunity and for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review!
Ian V. D. B.
January 26, 2026Ours was an intimate setting with some room for Ben to express himself individually, just before the real accompanying started. Wow. He blew minds.
He quickly attuned himself to the feeling of the room and could not have played more sensitively or more beautifully.
He came prepared and at the same time was flexible.
I could not recommend him more to anyone, whether accompanying someone or playing solo.
Hired as: Pianist
Ben Paul's Music
Thank you so much for your thoughtful words, Ian! It was truly a pleasure playing for the worship service and being part of this special, intimate event.
Wendy V.
December 16, 2025Ben arrived promptly, fit into the environment very well and played beautifully. It was a lovely touch to our evening and everyone really enjoyed the music. Ben is a lovely person, very easy to work with and did a great job! We look forward to working with him again.
Hired as: Pianist
Ben Paul's Music
Thank you so much for the kind words, Wendy! I really enjoyed playing for your company’s holiday event, and I’m so happy to hear that everyone enjoyed the music. I would be delighted to work with you again anytime!
Price range: Contact for pricing
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 180 minutes
- Professionalism, punctuality and reliability from start to finish
- Versatile repertoire across genres (pop, jazz, blues, funk, classical and more)
- Adaptability to fit the flow and mood of the event
- Music tailored to the desired atmosphere
- Engaging, refined live performance on piano or other instruments
- Accommodates song requests for personalized experience
- Original instrumental music for unique and memorable touch
- Professional dress with the ability to match the style of your event
Benjamin Paul Schmalz, the solo act of Ben Paul's Music, is an award winning and classically trained pianist, multi-instrumentalist, and composer based in Calgary, Alberta. He holds a Master of Music in piano performance and a Master of Arts in music theory (both from Western University), and performs on piano, cello, bass guitar and trumpet across many genres. Along with placing in national and international music competitions, his experience ranges from solo concerts, weddings, and corporate events to the Okotoks Show & Shine Auto Festival, an online performance for a Visit Jamaica conference, and the Event and Catering Open House at University of Calgary. He has written and recorded piano and cello parts for singer-songwriter Kelsey Raine and released the single 'Maybe' with Canadian soprano Michaela Chiste. Currently, he is working on releasing an album of jazz, funk and sci-fi inspired music.
Ben Paul's Music normally provides solo instrumental live music, but is open to collaborating or being paired with other musicians and singers. If songs involving vocals are requested in advance, my singer that I gig with may be able to perform alongside me.
For sound requirements, I will need:
- Access to a tuned piano or electrical outlet for my keyboard and/or other instruments
- Access to a PA system or 200-500W keyboard/and or bass amp for medium to large venues
- No equipment needed for small venues
Saturday
Wedding Reception
4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Canmore, AB
Saturday
Wedding Reception
3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Rocky View County, AB
Saturday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Rocky View County, AB
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 5:30pm
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Calgary, AB
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Calgary, AB
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Calgary, AB
Wednesday
Corporate Event
11:30am - 2:00pm
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Calgary, AB
Thursday
Corporate Event
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Calgary, AB
Sunday
Worship Service
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Calgary, AB
Friday
Corporate Event
5:30pm - 7:00pm
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Calgary, AB
Saturday
Corporate Event
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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Calgary, AB
Modern music set list (Pop, Rock, Blues, Jazz, Funk, etc.)
- Fly Me to the Moon
- Maiden Voyage, Herbie Hancock
- Your Song, Elton John
- Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Elton John
- Rhiannon, Fleetwood Mac
- Somebody to Love, Queen
- Can't Help Falling in Love, Elvis Presley
- Take Me To Church, Hozier
- Yesterday, The Beatles
- Die With A Smile, Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars
- Remember Us This Way, Lady Gaga
- Paparazzi, Lady Gaga
- These Eyes, The Guess Who
- Everything I Do, Bryan Adams
- Crazy, Patsy Cline
- What a Wonderful World
- Hotel California, The Eagles
- Dream A Little Dream Of Me
- Do it Again, Steely Dan
- You Know I'm No Good, Amy Winehouse
- Rehab, Amy Winehouse
- Valerie, Mark Ronson feat. Amy Winehouse
- When I Was Your Man, Bruno Mars
- Kids, MGMT
- Little Dark Age, MGMT
- Don't Know Why, Norah Jones
- Careless Whisper, George Michael
- She's Always A Woman, Billy Joel
- Iris, Goo Goo Dolls
- Pure Imagination
- Autumn Leaves
- My Funny Valentine, Chet Baker
Classical music for solo piano set list (for weddings and formal events)
- Clair De Lune and Arabesque No. 1, Debussy
- Prelude and Fugue in C major, BWV 846, J.S. Bach
- Canon in D major, Pachelbel
- Liebestraum No. 3, Liszt
- Sonata in E major, K. 380, Scarlatti
- Moonlight Sonata, 3rd movement, Beethoven
- Impromptu No. 2 in E flat major, Schubert
- Les Barricades Mystérieuses, Couperin
Modern:
- Elton John
- Chicago
- Lady Gaga
- Domi & JD Beck
- Steely Dan
- MGMT
- Bruno Mars
- Vulfpeck
- Herbie Hancock
- Amy Winehouse
- Yes
- ELO
- Queen
- Tame Impala
- Stevie Wonder
- Earth Wind Fire
- The Carpenters
- Fleetwood Mac
- Vulfpeck
- Daft Punk
- Michael Jackson
- Ozzy Osbourne/Black Sabbath
Classical:
- Mozart
- Bach
- Beethoven
- Chopin
- Debussy
- Scarlatti
- Scott Joplin
- Prokofiev
- Rachmaninoff
Keyboard and/or bass amp (200-500W) for medium to large venues
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