Matt Wong Keys

La Jolla, CA

$175 per hour (2-hour min)

Travels up to 120 miles

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Introducing Myself

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Easy Take Five

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Bob Dylan Tune

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Cover of Green Day's "Wake Me Up When September Ends"

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Moonlight Sonata

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Self-portrait with keyboard at home studio.

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Informal birthday performance at my studio

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At Torrey Pines State Beach

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Performing at the Olive Garden in La Estancia, for a wedding (taken June, 2026)

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Performing songs and improvisations at the same time

Overview

Hello, and thank you for considering me for your upcoming event.

I am a Classical and Jazz pianist — my solo repertoire covers genres from Pop, Blues, and Classical:

  ‣   Beatles Medley
  ‣   1970s Medley
  ‣   Disney
  ‣   Phantom of the Opera (selected themes)
  ‣   Enjoyable Bach playlist

Current set-up:

  ‣   Roland FP-90X
  ‣   Yamaha MX-61 Synthesizer
  ‣   Yamaha Reface CP
  ‣    On-Stage Folding-Z Keyboard Stand w/ 2nd Tier
  ‣   Roland JC-40 Amp
  ‣   MXR M102 Dyna Comp Compressor


Reviews

5 reviews

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Michael H.

December 24, 2025

Exactly what we wanted

Matt was on time, professionally dressed, played all the songs we asked for and more it was very cool. Not too loud not too quiet professional equipment Great Sound.

Hired as: Pianist

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Matt Wong Keys

Thank you, Michael! It was a pleasure performing Billy Joel songs at your holiday event. I appreciate your helping me determine the song list ahead of time (about four weeks for me to practice and study), as well as the event being so smooth itself. -Matt


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Bijan P.

December 22, 2025

Matt was great!

I had Matt play for my dad’s birthday dinner. He showed up early and played beautifully. Made for a very memorable night. Would highly recommend booking him.

Hired as: Pianist

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Matt Wong Keys

Thank you, Bijan! The performance at your private venue was exactly as I had hoped, and I am so glad that your family understood the music, as well as some of the finer details about composers like Robert Schumann, Bach, and Beethoven.


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Anthony G.

December 8, 2025
Verified review

Dedicated!

From the beginning of my booking Matt was invested into my event 100%. He was flexible for rehearsals and answered any questions I had. He made my event successful and I’m grateful for his contribution in making my night a core memory!

Hired as: Keyboard Player, Pianist


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Auburn W.

August 26, 2025

Amazing musician!

Matt provided the entertainment for our volunteer appreciation brunch at a charitable organization. His music really made the event! He had a seemingly endless selection—everything from beautiful classical pieces to contemporary or jazzy songs—and he could transition between them absolutely seamlessly. Our guests couldn’t stop commenting on how wonderful the music was! Matt was also perfectly professional to work with. His communication was great, he showed up early, he was kind to everyone, and he performed within the schedule exactly how we needed. We could not have been happier, and highly, highly recommend him. Thank you, Matt!

Hired as: Pianist


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Kelly C.

July 16, 2024

Terrific!

Matt Wong is a terrific pianist. He has developed a repertoire of music that is suitable for a wide range of events and moods, which makes him an easy choice for an evolving evening.
We loved having him at our event!

Hired as: Pianist

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Booking information

Price range: $175 per hour (2-hour min)

Languages: English

Gig length: 120 - 360 minutes

What to expect

I always arrive early.

I will discuss repertoire with you.

I will create sound continuity and keep music rolling for the period requested.

I will be as interactive as guests as you would like.

I have all portable gear, and need minimal assistance.

About

Hello! I'm a Classical + Jazz pianist.

I am based in San Diego and travel up to Orange County and Temecula.

I am pleased to offer my services, and I look forward to meeting you.

As a professional musician, I am often arranging, composing, or performing for others. I like to geek out about music theory, but most of all I feel my job is to make moment unique and memorable.

My background stems from private Classical training (most of childhood), followed by Jazz teachers (incl. Mark Levine, a well-known writer), a course performance Jazz taught at UC Berkeley, and a variety of resources ranging from YouTuber, Musescore (online community).

Additional booking notes

I don't currently have detailed technical requirements for my shows or performances.

Set list

Green Day --
Holiday
Wake Me Up When September Comes
Boulevard of Broken Dreams

The Killers --
Mr. Brightside
Jenny Was A Friend of Mine
All These Things I’ve Done

P!nk --
Just Give Me a Reason

Maroon 5 --
This Love
She Will Be Loved

Sara Bareilles --
Love Song

The Weeknd --
Blinding Lights
I Feel It Coming
Save Your Tears

Taylor Swift --
Cruel Summer
Fearless
Love Story
Shake It Off
Style
We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

The Beatles --
Here Comes The Sun
Hey Jude
In My Life
Something
While My Guitar Gentle Weeps

Elton John --
Circle of Life
Can You Feel The Love Tonight (From "The Lion King")
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road
Rocket Man
Tiny Dancer

Influences and inspiration

My main influences include:

Elton John
Yasuhiro (sax player)
Frederico Malaman
John Williams
Mozart
Jazz theory (studied w/ Mark Levine)

Setup requirements

AC Power Outlet

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