John Massey
2023 Promotional Video
Dueling Pianos
Sample set-up with two speakers. For smaller venues, the number of speakers can be reduced.
Sample Dueling Pianos set-up with 2 speakers & lights
Lighting available for nighttime and evening events.
Keyboard hides inside the elegant shell. Perfect for outdoor events.
Some reviews...
Overview
John is a solo and dueling piano player.
His completely self-contained piano/vocal show can be tailor-made to YOUR event! An evening with John at the keys can be almost anything! Pop, Rock, Country, Standards? He's got 'em! As well as lots of Musical Theater and Disney favorites!
John can also enlist one of his many talented friends and bring a high energy dueling pianos show to your event.
"You might not know what you want for your event, but I do!"
Reviews
9 reviews
Marissa B.
December 16, 2023Made our party!
John was just awesome! We had a Xmas party and he was the hit of the party. He sang great carols and classic songs that got the party going. He knows exactly how to get the crowd going!
Hired as: Crooner, Keyboard Player, Rock & Roll Singer, Singing Pianist
John Massey
Thanks!
Pat G.
February 15, 2022Crowd Pleaser!
John did an amazing job of entertaining at our Valentine's party. It was a difficult setting, but he made it work. He played a variety of genres and everybody enjoyed themselves. He even had guests dancing, even though it wasn't that kind of event. I would definitely bring him back!!
Hired as: Crooner, Pianist, Pop Singer, Singing Pianist
John Massey
Thank you, Pat! I had a whole lot of fun!
Maria S.
December 15, 2021Amazing!!
John came in professional with a great personality. My resident and guests enjoyed the music he played and we will be having him return again soon!
Hired as: Pianist
John Massey
Thank you, Maria!
Matthew G.
December 29, 2025Fantastic!
John did an amazing job at our church event. Very kind, professional, and flexible to accommodate our needs. We will definitely be having him back for future piano needs. 100% recommend!
Hired as: Pianist
John Massey
Thanks, Matthew! I had a great time!
Carla B.
December 2, 2023Another great party with John
Another great party with John! He showed up on time and provided great music for us.
Hired as: Singing Pianist
Booking information
Price range: $500 - $2000 rates vary depending on your needs.
Languages: English
Gig length: 120 - 640 minutes
Unions: AFM, Actors Equity
What to expect
What can you expect from my show?
Well... That all depends on what YOU want!
A Wedding? Certainly!
Dinner music? Sure!
A sing-along piano party? That's my specialty!
My goal is to tailor each and every show to each specific event. You tell me what you want, and I'll deliver it with a high-energy piano/vocal show that is sure to wow your guests!
About
John Massey is a singing piano player based in Southern California. He's been a featured piano bar entertainer and dueling piano player throughout North America, including performances at Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, Margaritaville At Sea, Kalahari Resorts across the country, and other high-profile locations. As a dueling piano player, you can regularly catch John at Shamrock Irish Pub in Murietta, MooFish Café in Ventura, and Red Engine Brewing CO. in Fillmore.
Additional booking notes
My show is completely self-contained.
I come with my own keyboard and sound system.
Of course, if you already have a piano in your venue, I can use that as well. I just ask that it be tuned within a week prior to my appearance.
If I am using your piano, I can bring my own sound system.
If I use your sound system, I will require a sound check with your audio technician.
As far as lighting goes, I don't require lighting, if I am performing in a private residence. If you are requesting me to perform in a public venue, I have a stage lighting system available.
Thank you and I hope to hear from you soon!
Upcoming booked events
July 2026
31
Friday
Dueling Pianos
8:00pm - 11:00pm
August 2026
01
Saturday
Dueling Pianos
8:00pm - 11:00pm
08
Saturday
Dueling Pianos
5:00pm - 8:00pm
17
Monday
Solo Piano Bar @ Red's Piano, Round Rock, TX
All-day event
September 2026
29
Tuesday
Solo Piano Bar @ Red's Piano, Poconos, PA
All-day event
December 2026
01
Tuesday
Solo Piano Bar @ Red's Piano, Wisconsin Dells, WI
All-day event
Past booked events
July 2026
04
Saturday
Dueling Pianos
8:00pm - 11:00pm
03
Friday
Dueling Pianos
8:00pm - 11:00pm
June 2026
13
Saturday
Dueling Pianos
8:00pm - 11:00pm
12
Friday
Dueling Pianos
8:00pm - 11:00pm
February 2026
16
Monday
Solo Piano Bar @ Red's Piano, Poconos, PA
All-day event
January 2026
31
Saturday
Dueling Pianos @ Red Engine Brewing Company
7:00pm - 10:00pm
03
Saturday
Dueling Pianos @ Beach Boulevard Club
8:00pm - 12:00am (Sun)
02
Friday
Dueling Pianos @ Beach Boulevard Club
7:00pm - 11:00pm
December 2025
31
Wednesday
NYE Dueling Pianos @ Beach Boulevard Club
7:00pm - 12:00am (Thu)
27
Saturday
Dueling Pianos @ Beach Boulevard Club
8:00pm - 12:00am (Sun)
26
Friday
Dueling Pianos @ Beach Boulevard Club
7:00pm - 11:00pm
24
Wednesday
Religious Celebration
12:30pm - 5:30pm
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Mission Viejo, CA
20
Saturday
Dueling Pianos @ Moofish Cafe
8:00pm - 11:00pm
19
Friday
Dueling Pianos @ Moofish Cafe
8:00pm - 11:00pm
13
Saturday
Dueling Pianos @ Beach Boulevard Club
8:00pm - 12:00am (Sun)
12
Friday
Dueling Pianos @ Beach Boulevard Club
7:00pm - 12:00am (Sat)
06
Saturday
Piano Bar @ Tramp Stramp Granny's
11:00pm - 2:00am (Sun)
April 2025
17
Thursday
Redd's Piano Bar in Wisconsin Dells, WI
All-day event
February 2025
15
Saturday
Redd's Piano Bar in Scrotun, PA
All-day event
January 2025
01
Wednesday
Redd's Piano Bar in Round Rock, TX
All-day event
September 2024
06
Friday
Dueling Pianos in Ventura, CA
All-day event (Sat)
August 2024
22
Thursday
Tick, Tick, Boom! in Temecula, CA
All-day event
15
Thursday
Piano Bar At Tramp Stamp Granny's
9:00pm - 2:00am (Fri)
July 2024
04
Thursday
The Red Piano in Santa Barbara, CA
1:00pm - 5:00pm
May 2024
26
Sunday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Downey, CA
December 2023
31
Sunday
Dueling Pianos - Beach Blvd. club
9:00pm - 1:00am (Mon)
17
Sunday
Holly Jolly Singalong - Three Clubs
6:00pm - 10:00pm
15
Friday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 9:30pm
•
Pasadena, CA
09
Saturday
Tijeras Creek Golf Club (Private Event)
6:00pm - 10:00pm
07
Thursday
DOGFIGHT in Concert @Fullerton College
7:00pm - 10:00pm
06
Wednesday
DOGFIGHT in Concert @ Fullerton College
7:00pm - 10:00pm
02
Saturday
Dueling Pianos - MooFish
8:00pm - 11:00pm
01
Friday
Holly Jolly Singalong - Three Clubs
6:00pm - 10:00pm
November 2023
30
Thursday
Holly Jolly Singalong - Three Clubs
6:00pm - 10:00pm
29
Wednesday
Holly Jolly Sing Along - Three Clubs
6:00pm - 10:00pm
24
Friday
House Party
3:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Orange, CA
18
Saturday
Beach Blvd Club - Dueling Pianos
9:00pm - 12:00am (Sun)
10
Friday
Tramp Stamp Granny's
9:00pm - 2:00am (Sat)
04
Saturday
Tramp Stamp Granny's
9:00pm - 2:00am (Sun)
October 2023
28
Saturday
Dueling Pianos at Harrah's Southern California
8:30pm - 12:00am (Sun)
27
Friday
Dueling Pianos at Harrah's Southern California
8:30pm - 12:00am (Sat)
26
Thursday
Tramp Stamp Granny's
9:00pm - 1:00am (Fri)
21
Saturday
Dueling Pianos at Harrah's Southern California
8:30pm - 12:00am (Sun)
20
Friday
Dueling Pianos at Harrah's Southern California
8:30pm - 12:00am (Sat)
07
Saturday
Dueling Pianos at Harrah's Southern California!
8:30pm - 12:00am (Sun)
06
Friday
Dueling Pianos at Harrah's Southern California
8:30pm - 12:00am (Sat)
September 2023
23
Saturday
Dueling Pianos at the Beach Boulevard Club
8:00pm - 11:00pm
09
Saturday
Piano Bar at Tramp Stamp Granny's
9:00pm - 2:00am (Sun)
August 2023
26
Saturday
Piano Bar at Tramp Stamp Granny's
9:00pm - 11:30pm
April 2023
16
Sunday
House Party
3:30pm - 5:00pm
•
Orange, CA
February 2022
14
Monday
Retirement Community Event
5:00pm - 6:30pm
•
La Jolla, CA
January 2022
08
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:30am - 1:30pm
•
Mission Viejo, CA
December 2021
11
Saturday
Dinner Party
5:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Laguna Beach, CA
11
Saturday
Retirement Community Event
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Laguna Woods, CA
07
Tuesday
Dinner Party
5:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Irvine, CA
December 2020
12
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Aliso Viejo, CA
Set list
In general, my piano bar type show is a request-driven, sing-along piano party!
I can, however, tailor my set lists to what YOU, the customer/producer want! In a typical set, you're likely to hear:
Africa, American Pie, Baby One More Time, Bad Romance, Bennie And The Jets, Billie Jean, Bohemian Rhapsody, Brown Eyed Girl, Dancing Queen, Don't Stop Believin', Free Fallin', Firends In Low Places, Great Balls Of Fire, Hey Jude, Hotel California, Livin' On A Prayer, Mr. Brightside, My Girl, Old Time Rock And Roll...
...to name just a few!
Influences and inspiration
While learning to play the piano growing up, I was heavily influenced by: The Beatles, Barry Manilow, Elton John, Jimmy Buffett, and Billy Joel.
As my love for the theatre grew, I found myself being influenced by Frank Loesser, Cole Porter, The Gershwins, Rodgers & Hart, Harold Arlen, and many of the songwriters who make up The Great American Songbook.
My show contains a little bit of everything!
Setup requirements
My equipment requires a set up area of no less than 8' x 8'
If you want me to plug into your sound system, I will require an hour of set-up time that must include a sound check with your sound technician.
My set-up requires reasonably close access to a 110 power outlet.
For events lasting longer than two-hours, I will require someplace to take a break.
I have a small lighting system available. Please let me know, if you would like me to use it.