- Daly City, CA
- Pianist
- Contact for rates
Patti R. said
“We hired Samer to play for a work event and he was excellent. Easy communication, super professional, and a wonderful pianist. Would definitely recommend. ”
Chris Lele - Piano
Live at the Walnut Creek Kitchen on Main St.
Mellow Wine Set -- For Quieter Venues
Gala Event - Piedmont
Overview
I don’t do elevator music.
What I do is turn rooms into experiences—solo piano that moves from Chopin to Coldplay without anyone noticing the shift, because the vibe stays seamless even when the century changes.
I’ve spent years building a 200+ song repertoire that works whether you’re hosting a corporate reception, running a wine bar, or planning a private event that should feel special without trying too hard. Classical foundations. Jazz sensibility. Modern fluency. Zero pretension.
I’m reliable, prepared, and fully aware that my job is to elevate your event—not compete with it. The music supports the room, the conversation, and the moment… and quietly makes everything better.
Reviews
1 review
Erin G.
May 12, 2026Outstanding service and talent
We hired Chris to play at out Mother's Day Tea. He arrived on time, professionally dressed and was kind and courteous. Because we have a smaller space, I sometimes have to do a lot of coaching about appropriate sound levels with pianists, but we were so busy I wasn't able to give him much primer. He didn't need any coaching at all. He played the perfect selections for our service (some classical, some contemporary) we even had some guest humming and singing along. We would absolutely book Chris again in the future.
Hired as: Pianist
Booking information
Past booked events
May 2026
31
Sunday
Nonprofit Event
2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Sonoma, CA
18
Monday
Corporate Event
4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Danville, CA
10
Sunday
Restaurant/Bar Event
11:00am - 1:00pm
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Antioch, CA
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