All occasions. Nearly. Can be informal or as serious as you would like. Photo from festival in Grant Park
"...as familiar with Chopin as he is with Cole Porter, is excellent, and his performance is joyous."
-Chicago Magazine
Also great at FM radio classic rock - laid back, from "the day".
Patrons/clients have included Uber, Paws Chicago “Fur Ball”, Chicago City Council, Taste of Chicago, Oakton University, Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, McCormick Place exhibitors...... Drake Hotel, The Ritz Carlton (Chicago), University Club, local clubs, and lots of regular folks, too.
3 reviews
Brooke B.
September 25, 2025Jeff was an excellent choice to have at my event! He played wonderful music the entire event and was professional. He also had great communication and was very accommodating. Definitely would recommend him!
Hired as: Pianist
Christina W.
September 27, 2019Jeff did an amazing job playing for my sister’s celebration of life. This type of event is always difficult as you don’t always know the mood of the room. We wanted to create a a happy/upbeat celebration and focus on that she lived and loved and was well loved by many. Jeff picked the perfect music selections to accomplish the tone we wanted to set. I would recommend Jeff for your next event.
Hired as: Pianist
Jeff Manuel- Pianist
What a pleasure to perform for such a varied crowd in a beautiful cite. I look forward to playing for you again. Nice people, great piano. Thank YOU!
Rey F. W. O. A.
August 26, 2019I had hired Jeff for a private corporate event and he did not disappoint. My client was extremely happy with the music. Jeff was a professional from the get go. I would highly recommend him.
Hired as: Pianist
Price range: Starts at $200
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
Usually up to four hours of solo or small combo music, usually for an "upscale" crowd, music can be tailored to be atmosphere or more of a listening experience. Tuxedos, suits, or more casual.
Played piano since childhood, got classical piano performance degree. Played Chicago music locales for forty years. Amazingly. Still doing it. Hotels, conventions, bars, receptions, etc...still doing it.
Basically need a power outlet for portable piano or amplification. Otherwise a working piano on site.
Saturday
Cocktail Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Chicago, IL
Thursday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Chicago, IL
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Chicago, IL
Saturday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 9:30pm
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Chicago, IL
Friday
university cub
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
4:00pm - 8:30pm
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St Charles, IL
Monday
Cocktail Party
5:30pm - 9:00pm
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Chicago, IL
too many to mention. depends on event.
Bach, classic jazz, Beatles Clapton Grateful Dead...
piano, or power for mine...
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