Matthew Adair, Pianist

Grand Rapids, MI

Starts at $200

Travels up to 60 miles

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Overview

From the golden age of standards to timeless classics, make your next event a night to remember with live piano music by Matthew Adair. Tickling the ivories since the early age of four, Matthew plays with warmth and passion to bring the songbook of twentieth-century legends to life for today's audiences. He weaves unique arrangements and interpretive stylings that turn familiar melodies into something fresh and memorable, adding character to popular standards and contemporary hits to create a lovely, warm ambiance for mingling and conversation. With a style that appeals to guests of all ages, Matthew is a wonderful choice for bringing the timeless sound of live piano to your celebration.


Reviews

5 reviews

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Lynn S.

June 18, 2019
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Matthew's music was the right finishing touch for our event

Imagine the setting: Clintonville Women's Club; white linen tablecloths: china place settings; wine bar; 95 guests; beautiful piano music in the background. Matthew Adair was the finishing touch on our special event. We would definitely hire Matthew again for future events. Many guests compliments on Matthew's playing. Matthew is talented, professional, pleasant. He arrived on time and played the amount of time that we agreed upon. We discussed the playlist several weeks before. As I was visiting with our guests, I would hear my favorite songs in the background. Just the right sound level for background music. Thank you, Matthew, for making our event even more special.

Hired as: Jazz Pianist, Pianist

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Matthew Adair, Pianist

Aww, thank you so much Lynn! It was an absolutely beautiful event and venue. It was inspiring to see your friends and family celebrating your enduring love.


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Carmela M.

November 5, 2018
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Great Pianist

Matthew is a great pianist. He was on time and very professional. I would definitely use him again!

Hired as: Jazz Pianist

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Matthew Adair, Pianist

Thanks Carmela! I had a fantastic time playing your amazing baby grand in your beautiful home! Thank you for hosting me and being so welcoming.


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Cinda F.

June 8, 2015

Beautiful Music

I hired Matthew to play piano music during our daughter's wedding reception cocktail hour and during the dinner. The young couple wanted current pop cover music and Matthew played beautiful music. He was punctual, professional, and it was a pleasure to work with him. I would totally recommend Matthew and would hire him again, for another event.

Hired as: Pianist

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Matthew Adair, Pianist

It was a pleasure to play at this beautiful reception! Thank you so much for the opportunity to play at such a lovely venue and for such lovely people!


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Lucy S.

May 31, 2015
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DELIGHT OF THE NIGHT! :)

I contacted Matthew to play at my mom's 50th birthday party. It was a last minute booking and he happily accepted it. He is very talented and professional. My guests were very happy with his performance and many of them asked me for his business card. Matthew was the delight of the night. Will definitely hire him again.

Hired as: Pianist

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Matthew Adair, Pianist

Lucy's event was so amazing! What a nice way to spend my evening!


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Lisa C.

March 22, 2015

Holiday Magic

We hired Matt Adair to perform during a professional holiday party. He was easy to work with, reliable, talented, and his music added just the right touch for our festivities! And, it was so affordable! We will request him again!

Hired as: Pianist

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Booking information

Price range: Starts at $200

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

What to expect

A piano-filled evening is simply more pleasant than others. Booking Matthew will give you up to three hours of solid piano stylings, from upbeat to relaxing.

About

I have played piano from age 5 and have enjoyed growing as a musician since then. A client can expect the utmost professionalism and entertainment from my music. I have all necessary equipment—I simply need to plug in. If you want a carefree form of unforgettable entertainment as a backdrop to your next event, let me know!

Additional booking notes

I play on a 2014 Yamaha P-255 professional digital piano, with capabilities to hook up to a sound system or amp if necessary. The P-255 uses the Pure CF Sound Engine to produce its piano Voices. The top piano in Yamaha's P-Series, the P-255 can also recreate the characteristic acoustics of the grand piano sound in a more realistic fashion.

If a suitable acoustic piano is available on site, all the better!

Services offered

Past booked events

January 2025

18

Saturday

Baby Shower

12:00pm - 4:00pm

Montreal, QC

October 2019

13

Sunday

Nonprofit Event

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Columbus, OH

April 2019

28

Sunday

Anniversary Party

12:00pm - 3:30pm

Columbus, OH

October 2018

27

Saturday

Cocktail Party

7:00pm - 10:00pm

New Albany, OH

October 2016

21

Friday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Columbus, OH

May 2015

29

Friday

Dinner Dance

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Columbus, OH

Set list

Genre of music can be discussed prior to performance. I generally play widely acceptable music that is not offensive to listeners. The music is meant to relax and entertain your guests, not be the center of attention. My focus is on popular standards from the early-mid 20th century.

Influences and inspiration

I enjoy listening to Elton John, Norah Jones, Chet Baker, Fiona Apple, Regina Spektor, Ben Folds, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, Pink Martini, and many many more.

Setup requirements

Electricity.

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