Mar Emanuel

Vancouver, BC

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Travels up to 90 miles

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In addition to being a gig musician, I am a recording artist and play for multiple bands.

Overview

A young, talented pianist with a voice like butter, Mar Emanuel is a highly professional and personable musician. He has been trained in classical, jazz, and choral music training and has played music in a wide variety of situations: events, weddings, restaurants, recitals, funerals, concerts, and church, to name a few. He has a wide range of genres in his repertoire and is open to learning new material. Can also play instrumental piano if needed!

Let me know whatever you need, and I'll do my best to provide!


Reviews

3 reviews

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Marisa L.

December 12, 2023
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Wonderful entertainment for our Studio Christmas Party

Mar Emmanuel was an amazing part of our Christmas party this past weekend- he was so easy to work with and the staff loved him. We had an amazing time. He was on time and stayed until the very end. We would definitely hire him again.

Hired as: Singing Pianist


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Kenneth S.

November 14, 2023
Verified review

Thank you Mar!

Mar came early and was ready to impress with his silky smooth voice, fantastic piano playing and easy going personality. My guests all raved about his performances. I would highly recommend booking Mar.

Hired as: Singing Pianist


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Lauri- A. S.

May 8, 2023
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Added a touch of class to our event

I was extremely happy with this talented artist.
First class artist. The journey to getting to our event was challenging. Mar accepted our adventerous request by being willing to travel by small plane to our remote coastal community. We were not even sure if his plane would land due to weather concerns. Fortunately he did arrive a few hours before the event, quickly sorted out our older audio equipment, and then, dressed to the nines, was ready for his musical performance and he did an excellent professional job. Great song choices.
His performance was well received and his classy style added gravitas to our event.
Thank you Mar for being willing to travel to our Gala and for giving us an excellent performance.

Hired as: Singing Pianist

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Mar Emanuel

It was such an amazing event to be a part of, and a great experience for me. Thank you for your wonderful hospitality and for letting me be part of such a great community, for a night.

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Booking information

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What to expect

I am a respectful and tasteful musician who always seeks to serve the environment in which he plays in. I don't take myself too seriously and am very open to feedback (play louder/softer, song requests, mood shift, etc.) . You can expect a high level of professionalism and courtesy as well as professional-level musicianship as both a singer and piano player. I am great at, and willing to interact with the audience as necessary, or serve as background music if needed. My repertoire is meticulously prepared and I am able to learn most any song given an appropriate amount of lead time (1-2 days/song). I have adequate knowledge as a sound technician and can handle all sound-related set-up, maintenance and takedown myself.

About

I have been trained in classical, jazz, and choral music training and have played music in a wide variety of situations: events, weddings, restaurants, recitals, funerals, concerts, and church, to name a few. I am most capable of playing the piano and singing, while I also know how to play the guitar, bass, ukulele and saxophone. I am a recent graduate from university this spring (UBC Sauder School of Business) and have been working as a gig musician and recording artist for the past 4 years.

Additional booking notes

I can provide all equipment necessary to do my job: keyboard, microphone, PA system, mixer, stands. I can play without amplification if necessary, and have a single portable amplifier for small-medium events. For larger events that require larger sound systems, I may require additional cables and PA systems. I can also act as my own sound technician.

Past booked events

May 2025

11

Sunday

Corporate Event

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Vancouver, BC

January 2025

18

Saturday

Birthday Party

9:00pm - 9:30pm

Vancouver, BC

December 2024

14

Saturday

Corporate Event

1:00pm - 5:00pm

Vancouver, BC

March 2024

12

Tuesday

Wedding Ceremony

1:30pm - 2:15pm

New Westminster, BC

December 2023

09

Saturday

Corporate Event

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Vancouver, BC

November 2023

09

Thursday

Dinner Party

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Vancouver, BC

April 2023

01

Saturday

Fundraiser

5:30pm - 8:00pm

Denny Island, BC

January 2023

06

Friday

Surprise

8:30pm - 9:30pm

North Vancouver, BC

Set list

My set list can vary in genre depending on the mood of the event. Here are some artists that I've played songs from in the past:

Stevie Wonder, Daniel Caesar, Elton John, Billy Joel, Simon and Garfunkel, Maggie Rogers, Ray LaMontagne, Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars, John Denver, Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Allen Stone, Anderson Paak, John Mayer, Frank Ocean, Emily King, Bruno Major, Mac Ayres, Stephen Day, Lianne La Havas, Jorja Smith, Billie Eilish, Joni Mitchell, James Blake, Queen, Ariana Grande, Rihanna, Maroon 5, Eryn Allen Kane, Arctic Monkeys, Cory Henry, Shaun Martin, Jason Mraz, Whitney Houston, PJ Morton, Dan Mangan, Lady Gaga, H.E.R., Yebba, SWV, Lauryn Hill, Tom Petty, Carpenters

I can learn new songs/artists with enough lead time, and can adjust my set list according to the client's needs.

Setup requirements

Power outlet preferred, but able to do without.

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