Melody Morrison Solo Piano

Fort Myers, FL

$150 – $500 per hour

Travels up to 60 miles

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Impressões Seresteiras (Ciclo Brasileiro No.2) - Heitor Villa-Lobos (1887-1959)

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Excursions, Op. 20 I. Un poco allegro - Samuel Barber (1910-1981)

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Excursions, Op. 20 III. Allegretto - Samuel Barber (1910-1981

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Grieg Piano Concerto in A Minor

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Handel Suite in B-flat Major - I. Prelude

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Overview

Hi!
I’m Melody, a professional pianist based in the Fort Myers area. I hold a Ph.D. in Music Education with an emphasis in Piano Pedagogy, along with a Certificate in Piano Performance from Florida State University.
I perform a wide range of music, including classical, pop, jazz, sacred music, and familiar favorites. I carefully tailor my repertoire to each event, venue, and audience to help create just the right atmosphere.
Whether you’re planning a wedding, reception, private party, corporate event, church service, or other special occasion, I’d love to provide beautiful live piano music for your event!


Reviews

5 reviews

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Andres M.

December 11, 2022
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Best part of the evening

Melody filled the house with tunes that really set off the Holiday spirit. She made us love our piano even more. Hope to find another occasion to host and invite her again.

Hired as: Pianist


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Samantha B.

June 26, 2022
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Wedding performance was great

She's very professional and did a great job playing for our ceremony. During the candle lighting in the middle of the ceremony, one candle wouldn't light and took longer than expected. She improvised and went with the flow on cue.

Hired as: Keyboard Player, Pianist


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Ronald C.

April 11, 2021
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Amazing Pianist

Plays beautifully. Communication was personal very warm kind presence. She arrived exactly on schedule. Flawless performance. We would strongly recommend using her in your functions. We will definitely use her again.

Hired as: Pianist


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John B. J.

December 9, 2019
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Melody is AMAZING

We had our office holiday party in our home. Approx 20 people. Melody played holiday music as well as jazz standards. She is amazing and our staff is still talking about how wonderful it was having her join our celebration.
Thank you!
John Burton, Jr., CPC
President
Emerald Staffing Inc.
503.212.0000 main
www.emeraldstaffing.com

Hired as: Pianist


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Katherine L. A.

March 26, 2019
Verified review

Beautiful Music

Great communicator, prompt, professional and, most importantly, a skilled musician with an extensive repertoire of beautiful music. Would definitely recommend.

Hired as: Pianist

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Booking information

Price range: $150 – $500 per hour

Languages: English

Gig length: 25 - 180 minutes

What to expect

With a keen ear for the unique "pulse" of each event, I curate a diverse array of musical pieces that seamlessly blend with the ambiance. I am adept at tailoring my performance to match the energy of the room, whether it's an intimate gathering or a lively party.

For receptions and celebratory events, expect a rhythmic journey that begins with 2-3 vibrant, upbeat compositions, followed by a soothing, slower piece to provide a well-rounded musical experience.

In more relaxed settings, I subtly shift the tempo of my performance, allowing the music to gently ebb and flow with the conversations and laughter, enhancing the overall atmosphere rather than overpowering it.

Moreover, I am open to preparing specific song requests with sufficient notice, ensuring that your favorite melodies become part of the event's unforgettable soundtrack.

About

Dr. Melody Morrison is a professional pianist based in the Fort Myers, Florida area, available for weddings, receptions, private parties, corporate events, church services, accompanying, and other special occasions throughout Southwest Florida.

A versatile musician, Melody is comfortable performing a wide range of styles, from classical music to jazz, pop, standards, sacred music, and familiar favorites. She especially enjoys working with clients to create music that complements the atmosphere of their event, whether that means elegant background piano, meaningful ceremony music, upbeat selections for a celebration, or something customized.

Melody holds a Ph.D. in Music Education with an emphasis in Piano Pedagogy and a Certificate in Piano Performance from Florida State University. She also earned an M.M. in Piano Performance and Pedagogical Studies from the University of Idaho and a B.S. in Piano Performance from Corban University.

An experienced soloist and collaborative pianist, Melody has performed with instrumentalists, vocalists, choirs, bands, orchestras, and chamber ensembles. She was the winner of both the University of Idaho Concerto Competition and the Washington-Idaho Symphony Young Artist Competition, which led to an appearance as guest soloist with the Washington-Idaho Symphony.

Melody currently serves as Assistant Professor of Piano Pedagogy and Class Piano at Florida Gulf Coast University. She is also an active performer, presenter, author, and member of the Music Teachers National Association.

Whether you are looking for beautiful background music, a pianist for a wedding or special event, or an experienced accompanist for a performance, audition, competition, or recital, Melody brings professionalism, flexibility, and a genuine love of making music with and for others.

Additional booking notes

I do have a digital keyboard I can bring but amplification would be needed to fill a larger space. An acoustic upright or grand piano would be preferable for the best sound quality.

Upcoming booked events

December 2026

02

Wednesday

Christmas Party

2:00pm - 7:00pm

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Fort Myers, FL

05

Saturday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

•

Fort Myers, FL

Past booked events

December 2022

10

Saturday

House Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

•

Tallahassee, FL

June 2022

25

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:30pm - 6:30pm

•

Bainbridge, GA

April 2021

10

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:00pm - 2:30pm

•

Oregon City, OR

October 2020

03

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 5:15pm

•

Portland, OR

January 2020

18

Saturday

Christmas Party

5:00pm - 7:30pm

•

Portland, OR

December 2019

07

Saturday

Christmas Party

4:30pm - 6:30pm

•

West Linn, OR

March 2019

24

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:30pm - 2:30pm

•

Portland, OR

August 2018

11

Saturday

Personal Occasion

2:00pm - 4:00pm

•

Eugene, OR

Set list

My set list varies depending on the event, and I am happy to customize the music to fit the atmosphere, occasion, and preferences of each client. My repertoire includes classical music, jazz standards, pop songs, movie and musical theater selections, sacred music, and familiar favorites.

Sample selections and styles may include:

• Recognizable classical tunes
• Romantic and elegant wedding ceremony music
• Jazz standards and cocktail-hour background music
• Popular songs and contemporary favorites
• Broadway and musical theater selections
• Disney and film music
• Hymns, sacred music, and contemporary Christian music
• Holiday and seasonal music
• Light background music for dinners, receptions, parties, and corporate events

I am also happy to learn special requests for weddings, memorials, celebrations, and other meaningful occasions.

Setup requirements

A piano or electric keyboard is required at the venue. If one is not available, I can provide my own professional keyboard for an additional $200 fee.

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