Karen Murphy, Classical Pianist

Karen Murphy, Classical Pianist

Phoenix, AZ

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Travels up to 10 miles

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Overview

Classical pianist with years of experience in collaborative performances with instrumentalists and vocalists. Over 30 years of experience as a professional pianist and organist. Excellent sight reader and musicianship.


Reviews

3 reviews

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Yasmine S.

August 2, 2022
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Wonderful working with Karen -- she was so professional and well-prepared with all of the pieces she accompanied for me.

Hired as: Classical Pianist

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Karen Murphy, Classical Pianist

It was a pleasure performing with you. Best of luck always!


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Vivian P.

January 15, 2020
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Karen assisted my son as an accompanist pianist last minute. Her professionalism, technical ability, and ample experience we’re instrumental in my son’s exceptional performance. Karen is highly recommended.

Hired as: Pianist

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Karen Murphy, Classical Pianist

It was nice to meet you and play for your talented son. Thank you.


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Michele M. R.

March 14, 2013

Karen's music was absolutely beautiful! Just what we wanted and masterfully done!

Hired as: Classical Pianist, Organist

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 120 minutes

What to expect

I make every effort to work within the allowed budget and please my clients.

About

I am a professional pianist and organist with years of experience in playing for singers and instrumentalists across the United States. I have lots of experience playing collaboratively with students and professionals. I am familiar with a vast classical repertoire so can usually perform on short notice.

Additional booking notes

Piano or organ required. I will bring my own lighting. I do not provide sound equipment.

Past booked events

July 2022

31

Sunday

Personal Occasion

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Phoenix, AZ

January 2020

14

Tuesday

Personal Occasion

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Gilbert, AZ

June 2018

02

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Starkville, MS

Set list

Trumpet Tunes and Bridal Marches (Organ- Piano on Request)
1. Wagner: Bridal March from Lohengrin
2. Mendelssohn: Wedding March
3. Clark: Trumpet Voluntary
4. Purcell: Trumpet Tune
5.Handel: The Rejoicing
6. Handel: Air from Water Music
7. Handel: Allegro Maestoso from Water Music
8. Beethoven: Ode to Joy
9. Bach: Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
10. Pachelbel: Canon in D

Seating Music – Classical (Organ- Piano on Request)
(link hidden)ch: Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
(link hidden)ch: Sheep May Safely Graze
(link hidden)anck: Panis Angelicus
(link hidden)rcello: Psalm XIX
(link hidden)hubert Ave Maria
(link hidden)ch/Gounod Ave Maria
(link hidden)ch: Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
(link hidden)emann: Baroque Suite
9. Bach: Air from Suite in D
10. Pachelbel: Canon in D
(link hidden)zart: Alleluia

Hymn Arrangements (Sample Below - Requests Accepted)
Be Thou My Vision
My Shepherd Will Supply My Need
Where Love is Found
The Gift of Love

Classical Piano (Sample)
Debussy: Arabesque I and II, Clair de lune, Reverie
Chopin: Nocturnes, Preludes
Brahms: Intermezzo in A
Grieg: Nocturno
Schubert: various
Satie: Gymnopedie
Mozart and Beethoven: Sonata slow movements

Piano/Non-Classical (Requests Accepted Prior to Event)
A Whole New World (Aladdin)
Through the Eyes of Love
The Wind Beneath My Wings
Somewhere Out There
A Love Until the End of Time
Because
Let it Be Me
You Light Up My Life
Truly
Now and Forever
The Wedding Song
Sunrise, Sunset
We’ve Only Just Begun
Sometimes
A Long and lasting Love
You Never Gave Up On Me
Suddenly
Cherish
I Honestly Love You
You’re the Inspiration
Memory
The Hawaiian Wedding Song
I Do It For You
Eres Tu/Touch the Wind
All I Ask of You
Here and Now
Endless Love
I.O.U.
Love Will Keep Us Alive
The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
Longer
Rose
You Are the Sunshine of My Life

Influences and inspiration

Music services and selection for weddings depends on what the bride would like. I have a variety of music for weddings: classical organ, classical piano, contemporary piano, great hymn arrangements for piano or organ, organ ceremonial music with full registration and trumpets. I am flexible in playing what people want.

Setup requirements

Piano and/or organ

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