Welcome! We strive to make your event stress free, positive and unforgettable! We are full time musicians with many years of experience and a passion for what we do. Our repertoire includes the Great American Songbook (Frank Sinatra, Ella, Tony Bennett), jazz standards, bossa nova, blues and some R&B. We have performed at venues such as Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa, The Addison Grove, Texas Federation of Women's Club, Grand Opening of the Austin International Airport South Wing, Blanton Museum, The Westin, Four Seasons and many more. Size of the band may vary. We can perform as solo piano up to a sextet, instrumental or with vocals. We are punctual, flexible and easy to work with.
28 reviews
Joseph A.
December 18, 2024Paula communicated well before, during and after the event. She was very Kind and I am looking for events to utilize her for in the future! She was professional and very skilled.
Hired as: Pianist
Paula Maya
Thank you so much for having me Joseph, it was my pleasure to be part of a great event. Congratulations on putting it all together flawlessly, I look forward to working with you again in the future!
Gayle R.
December 9, 2024"The band was phenom!🎶" Our guests can't stop raving about the band. It's unanimous. Everyone LOVED the energy and vibe they generated at the party. Paula is a masterful creator of perfect ambiance for a lively party. They are versatile and engaging in the energy of the evening, knowing just when to keep things cool and when to ramp it up! It was the best night ever. Thank You Paula!
Hired as: Jazz Band, Jazz Pianist, Pianist
Paula Maya
Thank you so much Gayle, we had so much fun! You deserve the best, and we are glad and grateful to have been able to add a great vibe to your birthday party!
Sue M.
April 7, 2024Paula was wonderful! She played for my Open House and truly made the event magical. Thank you Paula, you are a delight!
Hired as: Pianist
Paula Maya
Thank you so much Sue, it was my pleasure being able to play a Steinway in such a beautiful room, with a beautiful view! I wish you success!
Brittany F.
March 6, 2024Paula did amazing playing for our Valentines Dinners for our members. Our space can sometimes be very difficult to manage sounds and echoes, but the music was a perfect addition and all of our members raved about how great it all was! She read the room and was able to adjust when our leaders were giving speeches throughout the dinner. Highly recommend her for any event and we will for sure be having her back for events in the future!!
Hired as: Jazz Pianist
Paula Maya
Thank you for your kind words Brittany! The Valentines Dinners were absolutely beautiful, it will be my pleasure to play at your future events again!
Nayana S.
November 20, 2023Paula Maya Band arrived on time for set up and were ready to play when our event started. Their selections were excellent. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their music. We were able to have conversations, but also many guests sat right in front of them to enjoy their music. They were gracious and lovely to chat with. Also, communication beforehand was very easy via the Gig Salad platform. They created a wonderful ambiance for our company's 15th anniversary party. I would definitely ask them to play at a future event. Thank you so much!
Hired as: Jazz Band
Paula Maya
Thank you so much Nayana, it was a lovely event! It will be our pleasure and honor to work again with you and DMR Accounting!
Best to you and yours during this Holiday Season,
Paula Maya Jazz Band
Price range: Starts at $350
Languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish
Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes
Unions: AFM
We strive to provide great music and awesome costumer service. A positive and stress free experience, contributing to the success of our client's events.
We provide all music equipment necessary, all we need is an electric outlet nearby where the band will perform.
We arrive at least one hour before start time to set up the sound system and instruments.
Besides live music we can provide recorded music during band breaks.
We can take song requests, in advance please (2 weeks minimum before day of event).
We are happy to work with your program schedule during your event.
Pianist Paula Maya is the winner of the Global Music Awards 2024 Silver Medal for Best Instrumentalist. She's classically trained at the Brazilian Federal University of Music, and holds a degree in Music Theory from the Conservatory of Music in Rio de Janeiro. She has performed in big bands, jazz orquestras and countless jazz and Brazilian music ensembles. Her group includes a pool of some of the best and well known jazz and bossa nova musicians in Texas. Her band has performed in many venues and festivals around Texas, including Austin Jazz Fest, Katy Jazz Fest, Leon Valley Jazz Fest, The Addison Grove, Texas Federation of Women's Club, The Dominion, The Oasis, St Matthew's Church, Unity Church of Austin, Belmont Village Senior Living, LakeWay Country Club, Horseshoe Bay, Austin International Airport, Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa, Blackerby Hall, Auditorium Shores, Blanton Museum, McNay Art Museum, One World Theatre, Lost Pines Art Center, The Terrace Club and many more.
"The Blanton Museum of Art was very fortunate to have Paula Maya and her band play at our B scene event. In addition to being excellent musicians, they were also fantastic to work with and their sound was absolutely perfect for our theme. I would highly recommend them and hope to work with them again soon." - Stacey Hoyt, Manager of Special Events
BLANTON MUSEUM OF ART
We provide all professional instruments, microphones, stands and a PA (Yamaha STAGEPAS - very compact, unobtrusive and powerful) where required. Perfect for most standard house/wedding/private functions, will cover a medium ballroom sized area. All we need is an electric outlet nearby where the band will perform.
Band arrives one hour before the event to set up the equipment.
Thursday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Austin, TX
Wednesday
Cocktail Party
6:30pm - 9:30pm
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Austin, TX
Friday
Personal Occasion
6:30pm - 10:30pm
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Austin, TX
Saturday
Weekly/Recurring Performance
12:00pm - 3:00pm
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Fredericksburg, TX
Wednesday
Corporate Event
5:00pm - 8:00pm
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Austin, TX
Saturday
House Party
7:00pm - 10:00pm
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Austin, TX
Thursday
Cocktail Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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San Antonio, TX
Saturday
Corporate Event
12:00pm - 3:00pm
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Austin, TX
Monday
Convention/Trade Show
7:30pm - 9:30pm
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Austin, TX
Friday
Dinner Party
6:30pm - 9:00pm
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Hye, TX
Wednesday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Austin, TX
Saturday
Wedding Reception
1:00pm - 3:30pm
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Austin, TX
Friday
Wedding Engagement
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Austin, TX
Sunday
Birthday Party
3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Pflugerville, TX
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
6:30pm - 8:00pm
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Leander, TX
Saturday
Corporate Event
6:30pm - 9:30pm
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Austin, TX
Wednesday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 7:00pm
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Austin, TX
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Austin, TX
Saturday
Personal Occasion
10:00am - 2:00pm
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Austin, TX
Friday
Christmas Party
4:30pm - 6:00pm
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Austin, TX
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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New Braunfels, TX
Saturday
Birthday Party
8:00pm - 10:00pm
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Austin, TX
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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San Antonio, TX
Saturday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Johnson City, TX
Saturday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Johnson City, TX
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:30pm
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San Antonio, TX
Thursday
Wedding Ceremony
9:00am - 10:00am
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San Antonio, TX
Tuesday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
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Austin, TX
Saturday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Austin, TX
Saturday
Cocktail Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
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San Antonio, TX
Saturday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Austin, TX
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:30pm
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San Antonio, TX
Thursday
Restaurant/Bar Event
6:00pm - 8:30pm
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College Station, TX
Saturday
Wedding Engagement
5:00pm - 8:00pm
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Round Rock, TX
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Austin, TX
Friday
Anniversary Party
5:00pm - 9:00pm
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Austin, TX
Friday
Talent Competition
7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Lakeway, TX
Sunday
Christmas Party
2:30pm - 5:00pm
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Austin, TX
Saturday
Birthday Party
8:30pm - 11:30pm
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Austin, TX
Monday
Birthday Party
12:00pm - 1:30pm
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Austin, TX
Friday
Blanton Museum of Art
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Private Party - El Paso
7:00pm - 8:00pm
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