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Overview
Hello, My name is Eric Zimmermann. I am a Pianist, Band Leader, DJ/Master of Ceremonies & Host of Wedding and Event Podcast.
I regularly perform at: The Valley Hunt Club, California Club, Langham Hotel, Fairmont Miramar Hotel, Athenaeum, Annandale Golf Club, Four Seasons Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills Hotel since 1990.
Talking about music and getting requests helps me to understand the client's vision.
As an event progresses through the evening the atmosphere and style of music also change creating new excitement. Planning music for an event is just as much fun as performing :-)
Each part of your celebration can have its own music. Elegant Music specializes in Live Music & DJ packages.
Reviews
5 reviews
Sneha A.
February 13, 2023Elegant is right!
Eric was a warm and classy master of ceremonies for our intercultural wedding (Indian and Ecuadorian). We loved that he was appropriate for all ages and seemed to genuinely enjoy our festivities. It was a seamless evening in large part due to his deft management of the reception schedule. He was absolutely accommodating when it came to our music selections, provided great sound, and he was also very helpful in regards to sketching out the reception timeline. Whenever I had a question during the planning stages he was quick to respond and lend his expertise. I would highly recommend Eric as your master of ceremonies if you’re looking for a touch of class.
Hired as: Emcee, Wedding DJ
Kristen J.
January 1, 2023Amazing piano player!
Eric ushered in the New Year’s for us and we cannot recommend him enough! He played everything from classical Christmas to Sound of Music to Bon Jovi! It was such a memorable evening. He had the whole room singing and the kids dancing!
Hired as: Pianist
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Thank you Kristen:
It was a beautiful evening; I had a lot of fun :-)
Happy New Year!
Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann Elegant Music
Austin X.
November 1, 2022Enthusiastic!
Always a great time! We always use and recommend Eric for any piano needs we have.
Hired as: Jazz Pianist
Tobey D.
October 24, 2022Versatility meets talent
There are some musicians who play beautifully, others that can read a crowd and know just what to play in order to fill the dance floor. Still, others are supportive of their fellow musicians and make changes in keys and arrangements to create the best sound possible. Elegant Music and Eric Zimmerman embodies all of the above while he masterfully plays the piano or works as the MC during a musical program. Eric is also sensitive to the schedule of events and works with all his fellow professionals to make sure the music is coordinated with the announcements, food service, and flow of the event. In short, Eric Zimmerman and his musical company "Elegant Music" is top-notch.
Hired as: Jazz Pianist
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Thank you Tobey.
I look forward to our next event together.
Sincerely, Eric
John E.
October 20, 2022Great music
Great music at the Langham Hotel by Elegant Music.
Hired as: Jazz Pianist
Elegant Music
Thank you Mr. Eberhard!
Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann Pianist Elegant Music
Booking information
Price range: $350 - $3700
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 360 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Liability Insurance for weddings and events.
What to expect
QUESTION: "If an audience came to see you, what would they see?"
ANSWER: An entertaining well-groomed professional who is helpful and interested in the success of the event.
QUESTION: "If a client hired you, what would they get?"
ANSWER: The client has a vision for their event. It is a lot of fun to help plan music and create the the right atmosphere; it's an artistic collaboration; it's time well spent :-) After I understand the client's vision and scope of the event the client would receive a written summary our discussions defining the services requested. Through this interaction the client would get to know me, understand my services and have certainty that I am the right guy for the job.
PERFORMANCE/SERVICES: Eric Zimmermann has provided Live Music - DJ Dance Music - Professional Announcing for weddings and events throughout Southern California since 1990. This is a very creative activity; each event is unique. In my years of experience I have learned to understand the client's vision and help them achieve their vision.
THE EVENT PLANNERS' POINT OF VIEW; WHAT ARE THEY LOOKING FOR?...
Event planning is a big job even for event professionals. When researching vendors experienced planners will look for "a good fit" for their client. To help with budgeting I provide prices up front. I do understand how planning the event is a learning process and develops over time; things can change. The better I understand what's needed (and level of service) needed for the event the more accurate my quote will be. An event planner will assemble the services beautifully and set the stage so that something amazing can happen. Then comes coordination...
RE: "WHAT ARE THEY LOOKING FOR?"
ANSWER: I think like anyone, event planners want "peace of mind". I have over 25 years of experience in providing music for events in some of the most beautiful locations throughout Southern California. Party planning, or wedding planning can be quite challenging for anyone new to planning a large event. A lot of stress and uncertainty is created from just lack of experience. Planning includes learning. By simply consulting with an industry professional and working out a basic itinerary sketch one gains certainty and planning becomes less stressful. Working out an itinerary sketch is a free service I offer. It is fun to do and is much needed. Once done, discussing music is a creative adventure. I look forward to hearing your ideas. Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann Elegant Music.
About
Since 1990 Eric has lead a number of ensembles performing for happy occasions at some of the most beautiful location throughout Southern California including: The Valley Hunt Club, Annandale Golf Club, California Club, Athenaeum, Langham Huntington Hotel Pasadena, Fairmont Miramar Hotel Santa Monica.
Music and design go hand in hand. Each part of your event can have its own music. Eric is a DJ - Master of Ceremonies - Pianist - Bandleader - Host of Wedding & Event Podcast - Founder of Elegant Music. Elegant Music specializes in Live Music and DJ Packages (Parties, Weddings and Events).
Additional booking notes
All soloists and ensembles are self contained.
Most soloists and ensembles can perform without electricity.
Battery and or generator is available for locations where electricity is needed for the performance.
Each event is unique. I look forward to speaking with you about your needs.
Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann DJ/Master of Ceremonies, Pianist, Band Leader, Host of Wedding & Event Podcast Co-Founder of Elegant Music
Set list
Here are several lists of songs reflecting a variety of ensembles and styles.
The first list includes Solo Piano and Vocal. Please know that I can play solo piano versions of just about any song from the other lists shown. It is nearly impossible to list all the songs I know. Each season of the year and each holiday has iconic songs. I haven't included Christmas music or Irish music. I did include Octoberfest favorites. More importantly I look forward to your requests :-)
Solo Piano & Vocal (partial repertoire)
Great American Song Book: George Gershwin, Frank Lesser, Burt Bacharach, Jerome Kern, Hoagy Carmichael, Johnny Mercer.
A Kiss To Build A Dream On - C
All of Me - Bb
Brown Eyed Girl - F
Choo Choo, Ch’ Boogie - F
Concrete and Clay - C
Dolly Dawn - Eb
Don't Worry Be Happy - D
Everything Happens To Me - Bb
Exactly Like You - C
Five Foot Two - C
Fly Me To The Moon - C
Get Up The Bridge - Cm
Gimme Some Lovin’ - C
I Feel Good - Bb
It Had To Be You - F
I’m a Believer - E
I Thought About You - Eb
I Wan'na Be Like You - Cm
I’m Yours - F
Jump In The Line - Eb
Jump Jive and Wail - Bb
Memphis Tennessee - F
Move It On Over - F
It’s Only A Paper Moon - F
Popsicle Toes - G
Pride and Joy - C
Seventh Son - Eb
Six Feet Away - Bb
Start All Over Again - Eb
Straighten Up and Fly Right - Eb
Sway - Dm
That’s Alright Mama - Bb
They Can’t Take That Away from Me - C
When your Smiling - Bb
You Never Can Tell - Bb
Wink And A Smile - C
Young At Heart - G
Elegant Music Quartet (partial contemporary repertoire) Note: I have been writing arrangements for this ensemble for over 25 years. The songs shown here were once request. The result, The Elegant Music Quartet plays a wide and interesting variety of music.
Across The Universe, Beatles
Grace, Secret Garden
The Prayer, Boccelli
Paradise, Coldplay
Under the Umbrella, Thomas Newman
As Time Goes By, Casablanca
Reflection, from Disney’s Mulan
Throne Room from Star Wars, John Williams
Starlight, The Muse
Don’t You Worry Child, Swedish House Mafia
Over the Valley, Pink Martini
Under The Umbrella from Little Women, Thomas Newman
You Raise Me Up, Josh Groban
Somewhere Out There, James Horner
The Kiss from Last of the Mohicans
Clocks, Coldplay
Stairway To Heaven, Led Zeppelin
Southampton from Titanic, J. Horner
Fly Me To The Moon, Sinatra
Yellow, Coldplay
Tennessee from Pearl Harbor
Tango La Comparacita, C. Gardel
Viva La Vida, Coldplay
Tango Por Una Cabeza, C. Gardel
Theme from Downton Abbey
More Than A Feeling, Boston
Brown Eyed Girl (Waltz) Van Morrison
The Dress Looks Nice On You, Sulfjan Stevens
Paradise, Coldplay
Don’t You Worry Child, Sweedish House Mafia
Theme from Game of Thrones
Open Arms, Journey
Con Te Partiro, Boccelli
True Love’s Kiss, from Disney’s Echanted
Bless the Broken Road, Rascal Flatts
Kissing You, Desiree
Theme from Shakespeare In Love
Take The A Train, Duke Ellington
Somewhere Out There, James Horner
Moon Represents My Heart (Traditional Chinese)
Concerning Hobbits from Lord of the Rings
Out of Africa Main Theme
Southampton from Titanic, J. Horner
Fly Me To The Moon, Sinatra
Yellow, Coldplay
Tennessee from Pearl Harbor
Tango La Comparacita, C. Gardel
Viva La Vida, Coldplay
Tango Por Una Cabeza, C. Gardel
Theme From Father of the Bride, Alan Sylvestry
Kiss From a Rose, Seal
Feel So Close To You, Calvin Harris
Come What May from Moulin Rouge
Once Upon A Dream from Sleeping Beauty
Elegant Music Jazz Trio - Jazz Covers of Contemporary Popular Music
All Night Long
Cake By The Ocean
Oye Como Va
Groovin, The Rascals
Dance Monkey
Firework
Stand By Me, Ben E. King
Bad Romance
Time Of The Season
Ex’s & Oh’s
Ena Gotta Da Vida
Bad Romance, Lady Gaga - Swing
Tequila, The Champs
I Shot The Sheriff
Groovin, The Rascals
Six Feet Away
Moliendo Cafe
Play That Funky Music
It Don’t Mean A Thing if it ain’t got that swing.
First There Is a Mountain
Elegant Music Jazz Trio - Standard Jazz (partial repertoire)
Moonglow, Jazz Standard
Tenderly, Jazz Standard
Fly Me To the Moon, Sinatra
Wave (Bossa)
I Thought About You, Sinatra
It Don’t Mean A Thing If it Ain’t Got That Swing, Duke Ellington
Jump Jive and Wail, Louis Prima
Moliendo Cafe, Latin
Bei Mir Bist Du Shoen
Jump In The Line, Harry Belafonte
Sway, Michael Bubble
Oye Como Va, Santana
Summer Wind, Sinatra
The Way You Look Tonight, Sinatra
Polka Band Trio by Elegant Music (partial list)
In Heaven There is No Beer F
The Happy Wanderer
Beer Barrel Polka
Strip Polka
Too Fat Polka
Six Feet Away Polka
t’s A Small World After All
You You You Polka
Wang Wang Blues F
Bad Moon Rising - G
Cabaret - C
Hound Dog - Bb
Schaefer Beer Theme
Influences and inspiration
1920s Jazz
Great American Song Book
American Popular Music
Swing
Latin
Rock and Roll
Classic Rock
Motion Picture Music
Motown
Contemporary Popular Music arranged for Quartet
Setup requirements
All Elegant Music Soloist and Ensembles are self contained. No particular equipment or requirements needed other than space to setup :-)
Electricity.