Hello, I'm Kevin Hamby, a passionate pianist with two decades of experience in playing the piano. My repertoire encompasses a diverse range of styles, from the intricate melodies of bebop and the rhythmic allure of bossa nova to the timeless elegance of swing, the groove of funk and soul, the vibrant spirit of New Orleans, and the grace of classical compositions. I find joy in sharing my love for music through my performances.
Whether you're a fellow enthusiast or someone simply looking to enjoy the beauty of diverse musical genres, I look forward to the opportunity to play and share the magic of music with you.
4 reviews
Erin G.
February 17, 2026We own a small venue and were looking for a jazz pianist. Kevin was very professional and talented. It was a pleasure having him.
Hired as: Jazz Pianist
Greg K.
August 5, 2025Kevin is an excellent jazz pianist. He performed for two hours at our cocktail party for clients and everyone was impressed. We will definitely have him back whenever a jazz pianist is needed.
Hired as: Jazz Pianist
Bob A.
August 26, 2024Professional, courteous, talented, great repertoire. We'd hire him again. Made the party special.
Hired as: Jazz Pianist
Eileen D.
January 31, 2024He was absolutely amazing to work with. Professional along with talented. We had over 80 people coming in and out, and everyone enjoyed his music, and the atmosphere was on point. I will definitely be booking him again. Thank you so much for such a great and perfect event.
Hired as: Jazz Pianist
Price range: $150 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes
I hold a degree in jazz performance from Sacramento State University, where I had the privilege of studying under the guidance of Joe Gilman. My musical journey has led me to perform with various music groups in the community.
Saturday
House Party
2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Folsom, CA
Sunday
Restaurant/Bar Event
12:00pm - 2:00pm
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Antioch, CA
Thursday
Cocktail Party
4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Sacramento, CA
Sunday
House Party
2:00pm - 4:00pm
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San Francisco, CA
Friday
Corporate Event
3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Manteca, CA
(Ballad)
Angel Eyes
Easy Living
Georgia on my Mind
I Got it Bad and that Ain't Good
In the Wee Small Hours of the Night
Moonglow
My Romance
Skylark
Someday My Prince Will Come
Someone to Watch Over Me
Tenderly
The Jitterbug Waltz
When I Fall In Love
When Sunny Gets Blue
(Swing)
Apple Honey
Blue Monk
C'est Si Bon
Cheek to Cheek
Do Nothin Till You Hear From Me
Gravy Waltz
Have you Met Miss Jones
I Can't Believe You're In Love With Me
I Can't Give You Anything But Love
I've Told Every Little Star
In a Mellow Tone
Indiana
Ja DaJ
e Ne Sais Pas
Just a Few
Just Friends
Just Squeeze Me
Lil Darlin
Lullaby in Rhythm
Moten's Swing
Old Man from the Old Country
Paper Doll
Perdido
Robbin's Nest
Shiny Stockins
Sometime Ago
Sunny Side of the Street
There Is No Greater Love
Up Jumped Spring
When You're Smiling
(Bop)
A Night In Tunisia
Au privave
Billies Bounce
Blue Daniel
Blues for Alice
Donna Lee
Doxy
Five Brothers
Four
Four Brothers
Good Bait
Hackensack
Jordu
Move
Oleo
Open De Funk
Ornithology
Scrapple From the Apple
Seven Steps to Heaven
St Thomas
The Preacher
Well You Needn't
Yardbird Suite
(Latin)
Agua De Beber
Aqua de Marco
Blue Bossa
Ceoria
Chega De Saudade
Green Dolphin Street
Little Boat
Morning
My Little Suede Shoes
Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars
Song For My Father
Speak Low
Triste
Wave
(Blues)
Juicy Lucy
Night Train
Out Back of the Barn
Sandu
Sister Sadie
St Louis Blues
West Coast Blues
Whisper Not
Willow Weep For Me
(Funk)
Cold Duck Time
Mercy Mercy Mercy
Watermelon Man
(Trad jazz)
Baby Won't You Please Come Home
Blues My Naughty Baby Gives To Me
Keeping Out Of Mischief Now
Limehouse Blues
Some of These Days
Struttin With Some Barbeque
Sweet Georgia Brown
You Came a Long Way From St Louis
(Modal)
Dolphin Dance
Giant Steps
Impressions
Maiden Voyage
Nardis
Recorda Me
Herbie Hancock
Bernie Worrel
Junie Morrison
Robert Glasper
Bill Evans
Bud Powell
Tholonious Monk
Horace Silver
Nat King Cole
Antonia Carlos Jobim
Fats Waller
Jelly Roll Morton
And more
Jazz Pianist
