{"id":42516,"date":"2025-09-29T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-29T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/?p=42516"},"modified":"2025-10-30T11:15:43","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T16:15:43","slug":"member-spotlight-meet-accordionist-tom-persinos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/member-spotlight-meet-accordionist-tom-persinos\/","title":{"rendered":"Member Spotlight: Meet Accordionist Tom Persinos"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"last-updated entry-meta\">Last updated on October 30, 2025<\/p><br>\n<p>This month\u2019s talent spotlight shines on Tom Persinos, a Boston-based pianist, accordionist, and composer whose music bridges eras, genres, and cultures. Tom has built a career that blends timeless traditions with bold creativity. From intimate house parties to grand stages, his versatile talent and adventurous repertoire make him one of the most in-demand accordionists in the U.S. and Canada. Read on to learn about his musical journey and tips for success. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-becoming-an-accordionist\">Becoming an accordionist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/tompersinos\">Tom Persinos<\/a>&#8216;s musical passions span an impressive range, including ragtime, jazz piano, caf\u00e9-style accordion from the early 1900s, and 20th-century modern music. With such eclectic tastes, Tom has carved out a niche that blends timeless traditions with bold creativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-musical-roots\">Musical roots<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tom\u2019s love for music began early, shaped by his family\u2019s influence. \u201cMy parents took us kids to concerts, foreign films, and exposed us to all kinds of art,\u201d he recalled. That broad exposure left an impression and inspired him to explore music on his own terms. He began playing the piano, performing a wide range of classical and popular tunes, before being drawn to the accordion, a choice sparked by film culture and his own curiosity. &#8220;I watched Lawrence Welk at first, then in high school I bought an accordion and taught myself.&#8221; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After picking up the accordion, he dove into building a repertoire that reflected his wide-ranging interests. &#8220;Being a fan of international music, I learned 20th-century European and American classics and music from films.&#8221; As he developed as an accordionist, he moved beyond the more natural choices. In Tom\u2019s words, his repertoire stretches \u201cfrom Bach to punk,\u201d proving there&#8217;s hardly a genre he won&#8217;t explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-creative-journey\">Creative journey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tom always pictured himself onstage, making a living as a professional musician and entertainer. His early gigs included piano and accordion performances for vaudeville, burlesque, and cabaret shows, where he discovered the accordion\u2019s unique appeal. \u201cI realized that I could create a niche with the accordion,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When asked what keeps him motivated, his answer was simple but heartfelt: \u201cThe adrenaline of the creative process.\u201d Today, Tom continues to expand his musical reach, both through live performance and original compositions. \u201cI am arranging some music from the English Music Hall era, the precursor to vaudeville, burlesque, and cabaret,\u201d he said. Tom&#8217;s work has also made its way to the screen: \u201cI have three of my films and compositions on ROKU, Station Six, featuring independent filmmakers and musicians (Summer Chant, The Secret Garden, and Path to the Gods) on a compilation video.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/tompersinos\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" data-attachment-id=\"42518\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/member-spotlight-meet-accordionist-tom-persinos\/622f8df56f858_fullsize\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/622f8df56f858_fullsize.jpg?fit=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"640,480\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"622f8df56f858_fullsize\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/622f8df56f858_fullsize.jpg?fit=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" data-id=\"42518\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/622f8df56f858_fullsize.jpg?resize=640%2C480&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"GigSalad Accordionist Tom Persinos\" class=\"wp-image-42518\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/tompersinos\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" data-attachment-id=\"42519\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/member-spotlight-meet-accordionist-tom-persinos\/56b9e27ed0b97\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/56b9e27ed0b97.jpg?fit=850%2C567&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"850,567\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"56b9e27ed0b97\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/56b9e27ed0b97.jpg?fit=850%2C567&amp;ssl=1\" data-id=\"42519\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/56b9e27ed0b97.jpg?resize=850%2C567&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"GigSalad Accordionist Tom Persinos\" class=\"wp-image-42519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/56b9e27ed0b97.jpg?w=850&amp;ssl=1 850w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/56b9e27ed0b97.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tom-s-gigsalad-journey\">Tom&#8217;s GigSalad journey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/tompersinos\">Tom Persinos<\/a> has been a GigSalad member since 2013 and holds the title of the most-booked accordionist on the platform across the United States and Canada. From house parties and corporate events to memorial services, he\u2019s played them all. With years of experience and proven success, Tom eagerly shares the wisdom he has gained along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-using-gigsalad\">Using GigSalad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GigSalad<\/strong>: <strong>How did you first hear about GigSalad, and what made you decide to join the platform?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tom Persinos<\/strong>: Word of mouth at first. After checking out GigSalad\u2019s website, I discovered the platform is very easy to use for performers and clients. The template is flexible, and it covers everything a gigging musician needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GS<\/strong>: <strong>In what ways has GigSalad impacted your career as a performer? Do you have any standout gigs<\/strong> <strong>or experiences through the platform?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TP<\/strong>: I played the Boston Lyric Opera\u2019s 2014 Opening Night Gala at the Wang Theater. It was a fairy tale come true! I played the accordion and toy piano outside the Wang as opera patrons arrived. I also played at the cocktail party and dinner inside the Wang. We accompanied patrons across the street to the Schubert Theater, where La Traviata was being performed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2728 <strong>Make your profile shine<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/how-to-create-a-great-profile-on-gigsalad-with-real-examples\/\">How to Create a Great Profile on GigSalad (with Real Examples)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-client-communication\">Client communication<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GS<\/strong>: <strong>How do you increase your chances of being hired when responding to leads? Do you have any techniques or response methods that seem to work best for you?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TP<\/strong>: Understanding what the gig is about. Is it a family gathering or a corporate gig? Helping the client articulate what their vision is. Discuss the event, and how I can tailor my repertoire to bring it to full fruition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GS<\/strong>: <strong>Your past clients have written glowing reviews for you. How do you ensure that you meet each client\u2019s vision?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TP<\/strong>: Communication and flexibility early on to achieve the common goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcb8 <strong>Secure more gigs with these tips<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/how-to-use-lead-insights-to-close-more-bookings\/\">How to Use Lead Insights to Close More Bookings<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-words-of-wisdom\">Words of wisdom<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GS<\/strong>: <strong>What piece of advice did you receive from a mentor that impacted you as a musician and performer?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TP<\/strong>: Music is doing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GS<\/strong>: <strong>For artists considering joining GigSalad, what would you say are the biggest benefits of being on the platform?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TP<\/strong>: GigSalad has everything you need. You can promote yourself, post reviews, photos, and videos, and you can reach out to clients and really connect on a personal level to find out what their needs are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u231a <strong>Turn challenges into opportunities<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/how-to-handle-last-minute-gig-requests\/\">How to Handle Last-Minute Gig Requests Like a Pro<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"www.gigsalad.com\/join\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"683\" data-attachment-id=\"43155\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=43155\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Get-paid-Join-CTA-folk-musician.png?fit=1200%2C700&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,700\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Get paid &amp;#8211; Join CTA (folk musician)\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Get-paid-Join-CTA-folk-musician.png?fit=1200%2C700&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Get-paid-Join-CTA-folk-musician.png?resize=1170%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Get paid to do what you love - create a free profile on GigSalad\" class=\"wp-image-43155\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Get-paid-Join-CTA-folk-musician.png?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Get-paid-Join-CTA-folk-musician.png?resize=768%2C448&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf1f <strong>Looking for more inspiration and tips?<\/strong> Check out last month\u2019s talent spotlight with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/member-spotlight-meet-marilyn-monroe-impersonator-stephanie-stuart\/\">Marilyn Monroe Impersonator Stephanie Stuart<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Tom Persinos has turned his lifelong passion for music into a thriving career as a professional accordionist and pianist. From intimate gatherings to large-scale events, he consistently delights audiences with his versatile talent and timeless style. We\u2019re grateful he shared his journey with us and can\u2019t wait to see where his music takes him next! \ud83c\udfb6\ud83d\udc9c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Last updated on October 30, 2025 This month\u2019s talent spotlight shines on Tom Persinos, a Boston-based pianist, accordionist, and composer whose music bridges eras, genres, and cultures. Tom has built a career that blends timeless traditions with bold creativity. 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