Paul Cohen

Top Performer

Pittsburgh, PA

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Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

Paul's stylings of songs adds a relaxing mood to any party or event. If a piano is not available, Paul can provide a keyboard and sound equipment.


Reviews

8 reviews

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Robyn W.

May 10, 2026
Verified review

Wonderful

Paul was very kind, professional, showed up early to prepare, and put on a beautiful performance for our Mother’s day event. We thoroughly enjoyed him. I would definitely recommend him.

Hired as: Pianist

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Paul Cohen

Hi Robyn,
Thank you very much for your nice review on gig salad. I really appreciate your taking the time to do this. I enjoyed very much playing for the Mothers day event
and hope to have the opportunity to play again for you.
Sincerely,
Paul Cohen


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Victoria J.

December 6, 2025
Verified review

perfect music for our event

Paul's music was the perfect addition to our event. The music was just loud enough to provide the perfect ambience and the songs were just right. Paul was prompt, professional and friendly. He was careful to make sure he understood what we wanted. Great job!

Hired as: Pianist

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Paul Cohen

Dear Victoria,
Thank you very much for the nice review. I appreciate your taking the time to do so. I enjoyed playing for your party and hope to play again for your group.
Paul Cohen


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Brad K.

December 13, 2024
Verified review

Overall Great Experience

Paul was very kind and a talented performer. He provided great entertainment for guests at a cocktail reception. I especially appreciated his attention to detail in planning and working at the event. It was a pleasure to work with him and I'm sure we'll look to use his services again.

Hired as: Jazz Pianist, Pianist

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Paul Cohen

Dear Brad,
Thank you very much for your very nice review. I really appreciate your taking the time to do this.
Best regards,
Paul Cohen


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Kristin S.

December 3, 2024
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Paul was a delightful to have at our event.

Paul was delightful to have at our event. He is not only an excellent pianist, but also a warm and pleasant addition to the festivities. We highly recommend him!

Hired as: Pianist

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Paul Cohen

Dear Kristin,
Thank you very much for your nice review on Gig Salad. I appreciate you taking the time to do this.
Hope you and your family have a very Happy and Healthy Holiday.
Best Wishes,
Paul


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Tom C.

September 2, 2018
Verified review

A great performance!

Paul was great! He was accommodating when we asked for him to play a custom song for our wedding ceremony and his personal jazz music was perfect for our cocktail hour. He was quick to respond to emails and was the most professional vendor we worked with, we highly recommend him!

Hired as: Jazz Pianist, Pianist

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Paul Cohen

Hi Tom,
Thank you very much for your kind words on my review. I appreciate your taking the time to post this on Gig Salad.
It was my pleasure to play for your wedding and am so happy that you enjoyed the music.
Again congratulations and best wishes.
Paul Cohen

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About

Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Paul started playing the piano when he was 7 years old. In high school he formed his own band and played various parties and clubs in the area.
After graduating from Taylor Alderdice High School he went on to Duquesne University where he graduated. During that time he continued playing various venues in the Pittsburgh area.
He was the opening pianist for the posh "Tender Trap" and later shared the gig with the late Johnny Costa. Paul also played the Pitt Pot, Haddon Hall, The Encore and the infamous Bachelors Club of New Kensington to name a few.
Through the years, he has continued to develop his style and please those who have heard him play.
Recently his hands have appeared playing the piano for Brad Pitt in the movie "The curious case of Benjamin Button."

Services offered

Upcoming booked events

December 2026

19

Saturday

Wedding Reception

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Pittsburgh, PA

Past booked events

May 2026

07

Thursday

Holiday Party

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Warren, OH

December 2025

05

Friday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Pittsburgh, PA

December 2024

12

Thursday

Cocktail Party

5:30pm - 6:30pm

McKeesport, PA

01

Sunday

Bridal Shower

10:00am - 12:00pm

Pittsburgh, PA

July 2023

29

Saturday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Pittsburgh, PA

March 2021

27

Saturday

Wedding Reception

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Pittsburgh, PA

January 2020

31

Friday

Cocktail Party

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Bridgeville, PA

November 2018

03

Saturday

Bridal Shower

1:30pm - 3:00pm

Pittsburgh, PA

August 2018

25

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 6:00pm

Pittsburgh, PA

December 2017

01

Friday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Pittsburgh, PA

September 2017

03

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Pittsburgh, PA

December 2016

29

Thursday

Birthday (Adult)

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Pittsburgh, PA

02

Friday

Corporate Event

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Pittsburgh, PA

June 2013

08

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:00pm - 2:30pm

Avella, PA

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