Jesse Rifkin
Overview
Most Friday and Saturday nights, I headline as a singing pianist at Georgetown Piano Bar, an all-requests venue where my job is to know as much music as possible — any genre, any decade.
From '50s and '60s classics, to the 21st century, to holiday and Christmas music, I've got you covered. Elvis, Sinatra, Beatles? Check. Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan, Coldplay? Also check.
I can perform and sing, or do background standards and jazz for your office or personal party. Just tell me what you're looking for.
I also own an electric piano keyboard with built-in speakers, which I can bring if need be.
Here's a five-minute compilation of me in action!
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Reviews
5 reviews
Yanni S.
March 19, 2026Professional, friendly, and talented!
We hired Jesse for a St. Patrick's Day themed political reception. He did a great job learning the Irish songs in advance and fitting the theme of the event. He showed up early, set up quickly and was friendly! Highly recommend him for your event.
Hired as: Jazz Pianist, Keyboard Player, Singing Pianist
Cody B.
November 3, 2025Amazing Pianist
Jesse made our event truly unforgettable. He was incredibly professional, talented, and played non-stop, delivering exactly what we requested. His rates were fair, and the payment process was seamless. Our guests couldn't stop complimenting his performance, and many noted how amazing he was during our wedding. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled wedding pianist.
Hired as: Keyboard Player, Pianist
Jack V.
May 13, 2024Wonderful piano musician
Jesse had an excellent repertoire of music and our guests greatly enjoyed his playing,
Hired as: Pianist
Brian P. S.
September 9, 2024Nice piano playing, played all the hits I asked.
Real good show.
Hired as: Singing Pianist
Ally K.
August 25, 2024Thanks so much Jesse!
We had a wonderful event and are so grateful to Jesse for joining us!
Hired as: Jazz Pianist, Keyboard Player, Pianist
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
About
You might recognize me from Georgetown Piano Bar, where I perform dueling pianos with singing most Friday and Saturday nights. Maybe you've even given me a song request. (It was probably 'Piano Man.')
My job at an all-requests piano bar is to know as much music as possible — any genre, any decade. So no matter which specific tune, era, or type of music you're looking for, I'll have you covered.
Additional booking notes
I can also bring my own electronic piano keyboard and piano stand, if need be.
Services offered
Set list
Whatever you want! I have more than 1,000+ songs in my repertoire. The four most popular song requests are probably 'Piano Man' by Billy Joel, 'Sweet Caroline' by Neil Diamond, 'Take Me Home, Country Roads' by John Denver, and 'Don't Stop Believing' by Journey. But I can also do #1 hits from the past year, if you want any Taylor Swift.
Influences and inspiration
Billy Joel, The Beatles