- Snellville, GA
- Pianist
- $100 and up
Jenna W. said
“Dave was so amazing. Super easy to communicate with and incredibly skilled. I am so happy we booked him for our wedding! ”
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Overview
I am pianist/keyboardist for hire for background music for cocktail parties and corporate events. My song list includes jazz standards as well as current pop, rock, and R&B tunes.
Reviews
2 reviews
Stan W.
December 23, 2019Great!
Everything was excellent. Ray was prompt and professional. He is a very good musician and his music was well received and enjoyed by all of us. Thanks.
Hired as: Keyboard Player
Jazz Piano
Thank you Stan for the excellent review! It was a pleasure performing for you and your guest at your Christmas Party. Happy and Blessed Holidays to you and your family and I look to working with you again in the future.
Michael B.
October 18, 2016Highly Recommend!!!
Ray showed up the day before to see venue. He then arrived early the day of and was set up before any guests arrived. He played outstanding and was dressed appropriate as well. I would highly recommend.
Hired as: Keyboard Player
Jazz Piano
Thank you Micheal for the very positive review. Again, it was a pleasure providing musical support for your dinner engagement. It was a fun crowd to play for and I look forward to possibly working with you again in the future!
Booking information
Price range: $190 and up.
Languages: English
Gig length: 120 - 180 minutes
Unions: AFM
What to expect
I offer background music appropriate for cocktail events, dinner parties, and other similar corporate events.
About
I have been playing background music for corporate events for over 25 years. I cover basic cocktail and dinner events as well as high profile formal events.
Additional booking notes
Currently a freelance piano instructor
Services offered
Past booked events
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Set list
A Child Is Born
Angel Eyes
All of Me (J. Legend)
Autumn Leaves
Au Privave
Blue Bossa
Blue In Green
Feel like Making Love
Georgia
Girl From Ipanema
How Insensitive
Killing Softly
Misty
My Funny Valentine
Nature Boy
Night & Day
Purple Rain
Round Midnight
Song For My Father
Somewhere Over The Rainbow
Time After Time
What Is This Thing Called Love
Yesterday
Influences and inspiration
I have many influences, but my top 3 are Chic Corea, Herbie Hancock, and Oscar Peterson.
Setup requirements
Wall Outlet
8' X 10' Staging Area
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