- Minneapolis, MN
- Cellist
- Starts at $350
Kris Simonson
Overview
I'm a classically trained pianist, though I play all styles of music. I've played for hundreds of wedding and parties. I really enjoy playing background dinner music as well as orchestrating music for a beautiful wedding. I will play any music you like and I offer free consultations if you need suggestions for music.
Reviews
8 reviews
April Z.
October 21, 2026Fantastic
Kris was just amazing. He played beautifully and was very personable. I received several compliments on Kris and on what a great job he was doing.
Hired as: Pianist
Haley B.
September 27, 2026Wedding ceremony and cocktail hour
Kris provided excellent music during our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. Thank you!
Hired as: Pianist
Pamela J. C.
December 26, 202530 Thumbs Up!
Kris brought the ambience to our Christmas Eve. His lovely background music was just what our cocktail party needed! I couldn't upload audio files so you'll just have to trust me...if you are searching for an accomplished pianist, Kris is your guy!
Hired as: Pianist
Tim P.
December 5, 2025Kris
Kris did a fantastic job. I would use him again!
Hired as: Pianist
Karen
August 1, 2025Exactly what we wanted.
Kris played background music for a cocktail mixer. We left the music choices to Kris, and it was just right. Everyone enjoyed it. Kris is on time and professional.
Hired as: Pianist
Booking information
Price range: Contact for pricing
Languages: English , Spanish
Gig length: 30 - 360 minutes
What to expect
I can provide melodious, easy listening music and well as upbeat fun music. I tend to add my own style and do a lot of improvising to enhance a piece of music. You can exect to hear uplifting music.
About
My name is Kris Simonson and I provide piano music for any event. I mostly play for weddings, but I've also played for theater productions, private parties, churches, and funerals. I majored in piano at UMD. I also have a degree in Elementary Education from (link hidden)holastica and a degree in vocal and classroom music from Hamline Universtiy. Besides playing piano for many events, I also teach elementary music for a public school and I teach piano at Schmitt Music. I also have several piano Cd's of my original music.
If hired, I do everything I can to make your event just what you want. I play any styles of music and if you have particular songs you want I will do that also. I love music and the special touch it can bring to any event.
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
November 2026
14
Saturday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
1:00pm - 4:00pm
•
St Paul, MN
Past booked events
October 2026
17
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Rochester, MN
03
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:30pm
•
St Paul, MN
September 2026
26
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Red Wing, MN
December 2025
24
Wednesday
Cocktail Party
6:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Hugo, MN
09
Tuesday
Christmas Party
7:00am - 9:00am
•
Minneapolis, MN
04
Thursday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Minneapolis, MN
July 2025
29
Tuesday
House Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Mound, MN
June 2025
01
Sunday
Graduation
10:00am - 12:00pm
•
St Paul, MN
November 2024
24
Sunday
Worship Service
9:00am - 10:30am
•
Chanhassen, MN
January 2024
21
Sunday
Worship Service
9:00am - 10:30am
•
Chanhassen, MN
September 2023
02
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 4:45pm
•
Red Wing, MN
October 2022
08
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 3:45pm
•
Moose Lake, MN
April 2021
04
Sunday
Religious Celebration
11:00am - 12:00pm
•
St Paul, MN
September 2013
28
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 4:30pm
•
Prior Lake, MN
Influences and inspiration
I've been influenced by the classical composers-----especially Beethoven, Bach, and Chopin.
I've also been influenced by George Winston, Lori Line, Jim Brickman, David Lanz, and Yanni.
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