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Chicago Piano by Andy

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4.75 
(19 reviews)
  • Chicago, IL
  • Pianist
  • Travels up to 90 miles
  • $100 and up
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Pop Improv (Ain't No Mountain High Enough)

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Singing Pianist (It Had to Be You)

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Classical (Sonata #26 by Clementi)

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Singing Pianist (New York, New York)

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Novelty Piano (Dizzy Fingers by Confrey)

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Singing Pianist for Holiday Music

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Ragtime (Maple Leaf Rag by Joplin)

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Classical (Sonata Pathetique by Beethoven)

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Accompanist for Opera (with Eleanor Warrington)

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Singing Pianist - Broadway

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SINGING TELEGRAM

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Andy Bossov - Wedding Officiant

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Overview

Andy Bossov, a pianist in Chicago, performs a wide range of musical styles spanning Broadway show tunes, jazz and pop standards, rock and roll oldies, classical and novelty piano, Jewish folk selections, and Christmas music. Gifted in pop, classical and improvisation, Andy brings the joy of music wherever he goes and captivates audiences of all ages and backgrounds with his unique blend of humor and story-telling. In addition to teaching piano and beginning voice, he also performs as pianist and singer with The Chicagoland Duo and the Chicagoland Carolers, and is credentialed to perform civil/universalist wedding ceremonies based on his earlier career in the clergy!


19 Reviews

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Jean G. • January 1, 2022

Christmas Sing-along

Our family Christmas Sing-along was a great success and lots of fun. Andy was a great accompanist and joined in the family fun. He is a very personable guy with a great talent for entertaining. He added to our evening by taking requests.

Hired as:
Holiday Entertainment
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

It was one of my top three Christmas parties ever! Thanks for the fun. All best in 2022☮️🎶

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J W. • September 26, 2021

Fantastic

He played the whole spectrum with gusto!
We will mention him to all are friends for future parties.

Hired as:
Pianist
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

Thanks, J. A great time was had by all!

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Michael B. • June 26, 2021

The Absolute Best!

A friend of mine who lives halfway across the country was recently diagnosed with cancer. His fiancée threw him a "F*** Cancer" party that I could not attend. I hired Andy to show up at the venue and play a few of his favorite songs and pass along a message of support. Andy went above and beyond from start to finish. His performance was amazing (I livestreamed in) and everyone was so impressed with him. He was extremely responsive in setting up the event and coordinating details, set up quickly and professionally, and delivered a truly memorable performance. I received countless text messages and calls saying how great Andy was and he really made my friend's day so special. Thank you, Andy. 5 stars. Cannot recommend highly enough.

Hired as:
Keyboard Player, One Man Band, Pop Singer, Singing Pianist, Singing Telegram, Pianist
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

Wow! Thanks, Michael! I’m very happy to hear this. All best to JA, S and their little one — and you!

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Cam E. • December 22, 2022

Amazing Pianist

Andy was amazing to work with and so talented. Highly recommended.

Hired as:
Holiday Entertainment, Pianist
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

Thanks, Cam! You are a terrific organizer and terrific performer!

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Heidi E. • May 28, 2022

Andy is the BEST

I hired Andy to surprise my mothers-in-law with a mini-concert for their 5th wedding anniversary. Andy went above and beyond expectations and I HIGHLY recommend him. He offered to customize a song with details about their lives in addition to performing a number of songs (piano and singing) and the results were AMAZING. The moms laughed, cried, danced, smiled, and had an experience that they'll never forget. Andy was so easy to work with as he was communicative and reliable. He's a great guy and is extremely talented and personable. Scoop him up! You'll be so glad you did!

Hired as:
Singing Pianist, Singing Telegram
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

It was my delight to be part of this celebration! Thanks for your kindness.

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Joseph W. • April 6, 2022

Cocktail Hour at Stan Mansion (Wedding)

Andy played a 65 minute set during our cocktail hour. He played instrumental songs with a focus on The Beatles and Rolling Stones (per our request). Andy was playing as soon as our ceremony ended upstairs through the end of cocktail hour. His set flowed and we had multiple compliments about his playing. Thanks for being a part of our big day!

Hired as:
Pianist
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

It was my pleasure! Thanks so much and best to you on your journey together!

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Vicki A. • February 9, 2022

Entertaining

Andy was a nice guy and very accommodating. I was a little disappointed, however, that he wasn’t more rehearsed because he forgot the words to 2-3 songs. Otherwise, great performer!

Hired as:
1940s Era Entertainment, Keyboard Player
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Ivette G. • November 8, 2021

Alan’s 80th

Andy is a good musician and nice person. The event started at 6:00 pm Andy came at 7:30 pm.
That is not good.
He said that the address was wrong but I checked the order and it was right
We will see for next events if we contact you for him.
Thank you

Hired as:
1940s Era Entertainment, Broadway Style Entertainment, Cabaret Entertainment
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Liz E. • October 23, 2021

Piano for wedding ceremony

Andy was great to work with!

Hired as:
Pianist
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

Thanks! Congratulations again!

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Nancy V. • September 25, 2021

Roaring Good Time with a Roaring 20's Theme

Andy was a great asset to our "Great Gatsby/Roaring 20's" themed corporate event! He really set the mood and kept the energy of the room up through the cocktail and dinner hours. I would love to utilize Andy again at a future event and I highly recommend him. Thanks Andy!

Hired as:
Jazz Pianist
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

Thanks!!

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Mark E. • September 12, 2021

Piano by Andy

Andy was great! We loved having him play at our event!

Hired as:
Pianist
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Gino S. • June 14, 2021

Piano by Andy

Very friendly, great variety of of songs, highly recommend.

Hired as:
Jazz Pianist
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

Thanks, Gino, and congratulations to V! Go NU!

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Danielle D. • May 30, 2021

So nice!

We hired Andy for my mom’s surprise retirement party. He was entertaining and did a great job catering to the crowd. We plan on hiring him for future parties!

Hired as:
Keyboard Player, Singing Pianist, Pianist
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

It was my pleasure to help celebrate Mom’s career and help eat all that great food! Thanks!

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James A. • January 3, 2021

Piano by Andy for moms wake.

Andy went above and beyond to prepare music for my moms wake. I strongly recommend him for any event.

Hired as:
Classical Pianist, Funeral Music, Keyboard Player, Singing Pianist
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

Thanks, Jim. May she RIP☮️

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Roxana S. • November 13, 2020

Perfect way to start the morning in the office!

Andy is extremely talented and knows how to cater to any audience. We had him perform in the lobby of our office tower in the morning when folks arrived (7am-10am) and received rave reviews. We will be booking him again this month :) Thank you Andy!

Hired as:
Pianist
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

Thanks!!!

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Ursula B. • February 10, 2020

A wonderful, gracious, talented entertainer

We booked Andy for a Valentine's Day "speakeasy" event and he dazzled us with his Roaring '20s tunes. Highly recommended.

Hired as:
Jazz Pianist
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

Thanks! It was “spooktacular” hearing about all of Chicago’s famous ghosts!

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Jeanette I. • December 17, 2019

Holiday Cheer!

Andy was absolutely wonderful! We booked requesting a holiday party playlist and ended the evening with show tunes and a bit of Elton John!! Highly recommend. Thank you for a a fantastically festive evening!!

Hired as:
Broadway Style Entertainment, Holiday Entertainment, Musical Theatre, Variety Entertainer
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

It was a great time!

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Kevin J. • December 9, 2019

Good time with Andy

Andy was very impresionalble and made the night's entertainment memorable. The conversation and the laughs were welcoming. His strong suit is definitely the more comedic songs. Makes you want to sing along and brightens the day.

Hired as:
Singing Pianist
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

Thanks, Kevin!

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Sheila G. • October 30, 2019

Andy was Great

Andy was wonderful and sooo much fun..

Hired as:
Holiday Entertainment, Singing Pianist, Variety Entertainer, Pianist
Chicago Piano by Andy

Response from Chicago Piano by Andy:

Thanks, Sheila!

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Price Range: $100 and up

Gig Length: 15 - 360 minutes

Languages: English, Hebrew, Some Yiddish

Website: Visit website

Phone Number: Call

About

Andy studied piano at Oberlin Conservatory, then completed his B.M. in theory and composition from Northwestern University, and enjoys playing everything from Beethoven to Broadway. Andy is an experienced and responsive accompanist, reading scores or improvising according to the style.

Andy music-directed a Broadway revue touring Eastern Europe, sang with a barbershop chorus in Carnegie Hall, and has accompanied improv comedy shows sailing the Pacific. He began studying at age four, continuing through college and beyond. He has enjoyed incorporating music into previous professional work in public relations, arts management, and the clergy.

In his earliest years, Andy used to drive his family crazy when he would sing himself to sleep! He sang in and accompanied children's choirs regularly, then studied voice in high school in addition to accompanying other musicians and pit bands. Into adulthood, he began combining his piano and vocal skills at parties and other celebrations. This trend continued throughout his professional life and has of late become a primary focus of his professional activity.

Following his winning of a local songwriting competition in 8th grade, Andy went on to compose and arrange for his annual high school variety shows (conducting the pit orchestra senior year) and arranged for/conducted the annual musical theater showcase (which toured Eastern Europe under the aegis of Friendship Ambassadors). He wrote/produced radio ads and worked on the staff of a New York recording studio, and was always helping to turn people's raw compositional material into performable scores. He is once again functioning in this role for songwriters and theater composers.

Since his teenage years, Andy willingly composed parody songs for special celebrations to honor the birthdays or anniversaries of friends, family members and co-workers. This stemmed from his early admiration of performers like Alan Sherman, Tom Lehrer and Weird Al Yankovich who combined their musical skills with contemporary satire.

Andy enjoys teaching piano to children and adults, inspiring them to pursue a lifetime of musical enjoyment.

Additional Booking Notes

Andy has a keyboard, headset microphone, and speakers/sound system.

Services Offered

Pianist 1940s Era Entertainment Broadway Style Entertainment Cabaret Entertainment Christmas Carolers Classical Pianist Composer Corporate Entertainment Funeral Music Holiday Entertainment Keyboard Player Singing Pianist Singing Telegram Wedding Officiant

Upcoming Booked Events

June 17, 2023 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm Birthday Party
June 21, 2023 • 3:30pm - 5:30pm Corporate Event
September 02, 2023 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm Wedding Ceremony

Past Booked Events

May 13, 2023 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm Dinner Party
February 04, 2023 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm Birthday Party
December 20, 2022 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Cocktail Party
December 17, 2022 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm Holiday Party
December 11, 2022 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm School Assembly
December 10, 2022 • 9:00pm - 10:00pm Christmas Party
September 10, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm Dinner Party
August 13, 2022 • 1:30pm - 1:45pm Birthday Party
July 09, 2022 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm Cocktail Party
May 27, 2022 • 9:00am - 9:15am Surprise
April 02, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm Wedding Reception
March 26, 2022 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
February 06, 2022 • 3:30pm - 3:45pm Birthday Party
December 25, 2021 • 1:30pm - 2:15pm House Party
December 18, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm House Party
November 06, 2021 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm Birthday Party
October 16, 2021 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm Wedding Ceremony
October 07, 2021 • 11:30am - 11:45am Birthday Party
October 02, 2021 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm Wedding Ceremony
September 25, 2021 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm Birthday Party
September 23, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Corporate Event
September 11, 2021 • 11:00am - 2:00pm Cocktail Party
June 26, 2021 • 5:00pm - 5:15pm Surprise
June 12, 2021 • 5:30pm - 8:00pm Dinner Party
May 28, 2021 • 2:00pm - 5:00pm Surprise
March 28, 2021 • 1:30pm - 1:45pm Wedding Ceremony
January 02, 2021 • 11:00am - 1:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
October 22, 2020 • 7:00am - 10:00am Corporate Event
March 06, 2020 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm Birthday Party
February 08, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm Cultural Event
December 31, 2019 • 8:30pm - 10:00pm New Year's Party
December 21, 2019 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm House Party
December 15, 2019 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm Christmas Party
December 15, 2019 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm Home party
December 15, 2019 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm Home party
November 30, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm Dinner Party
November 30, 2019 • 11:30am - 12:30pm Studio Session
October 29, 2019 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm Corporate Event

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Set List

American Songbook -- Gershwin, Porter, Berlin...
Art Songs -- Schubert, Schumann Weill...
Broadway -- Sondheim, Rogers and Hammerstein, Schwartz, Menken...
Cabaret -- Kanter and Ebb, The Rat Pack
Choral -- accompanist
Classical -- Beethoven, Chopin, Bach, Rachmaninoff...
Comic -- Alan Sherman, Tom Lehrer, Al Yankovich...
Funeral -- Ave Maria, Lord's Prayer, classical, On Eagles' Wings...
Holiday -- Christmas, Chanukah, New Year's, Valentine's Day...
Novelty -- Zez Confrey, Bumble Boogie, Chop Sticks Extravaganza...
Oldies - 50's-60's -- Elvis, Sock Hop, Folk,
Opera -- accompanist, Tosti songs...
Original Parodies -- I compose for your special occasion
Patriotic -- Veterans Day, 4th of July, Memorial Day
Pop - 70's-90's -- Elton John, Grateful Dead, Beatles, Billy Joel...
Ragtime -- Scott Joplin, Eubie Blake
Religious -- Church services, Synagogue services, Jewish current
Wedding -- Standards and requests, I also officiate Universalist/Jewish

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