Hello, professional piano playing has been my entire career; teacher, performer, composer and music producer. I have 50 years experience working with people in a friendly, efficient manner and would appreciate an opportunity to work for you. Please view my videos and/or find my YouTube Channel. I love ALL music, specializing in classical, jazz and blues rock. Thank you for your consideration! The BEST in the Midwest!
4 reviews
Laura S.
May 14, 2023Tim gave a great performance for our graduation party, he was very personable and entertaining!
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Piano Tim Barton
Thank you for these kind words. Fun times!
Amira K.
May 10, 2023Tim did a great job at my wedding. He worked with me to make sure the music sounded as I envisioned. He was very professional and did well with timing the music as people walked down the aisle. He was able to play both the piano and church pipe organ. I would definitely recommend him for any event!
Hired as: Pianist
Piano Tim Barton
Thank you for these kind words!
Hannah S.
December 18, 2019Thank you so much for playing at our event! We had an amazing time!
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Piano Tim Barton
Thanks to you Hannah! We had a fun night and very much appreciate your kind review. It WILL help to get more work from GigSalad. Tim
Steve I.
August 11, 2019Tim did a terrific job at our memorial. The two specific pieces I requested are not particularly easy piano pieces, and Tim played them both beautifully! He was really easy to work with - a great guy! Thanks!
Hired as: Classical Pianist
Price range: $250 and up (travel, duration, #of side musicians)
Languages: English
Gig length: 45 - 540 minutes
Would be a pleasure to perform for your event. I will work with you beforehand to make sure every detail is outlined and properly prepared. I enjoy my life's work as a pianist and it shows when I play. My Ragtime Piano Concert has received great reviews all around the world. As does my Classical Piano Recital (featuring Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue). I lead great jazz bands for dinner, dancing, in clubs and concert halls.
Timothy J Barton - Pianist, Composer, Producer. Tim performs as a Ragtime, Blues, Jazz and Classical Pianist. He also is an experienced Jazz band leader, playing parties, clubs, dances and concerts.
OBJECTIVE
- Continue to grow as a person, obtain continued success in the world of music, business and the arts.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 40 years as a professional in music and business
- 11 years on round the world travel performances
- Famous “Ragtime Piano Concert”
- 6 years as officer and music director at Princess cruises.
- Works well with all people, maintains excellent health (born July 18, 1956).
Education
(phone number hidden)1 Bachelor Degree, North Park College, Chicago, IL.
(phone number hidden)3 Masters Degree, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL.
(phone number hidden)5 Coursework for Doctorate in Pedagogy, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL. Continued as Instructor of Music at North Park College (1985 - 86), Group Piano and Jazz Piano Instructor at Northwestern Univ. during Pedagogy studies.
I have my own keyboards, amps, mics and transportation. I am used to setting up in small spaces. My bands are also completely ready to play.
Saturday
Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Lake Geneva, WI
Monday
Cocktail Party
5:30pm - 7:00pm
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Milwaukee, WI
Saturday
Graduation
1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Lake Forest, IL
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:30pm
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South Bend, IN
Sunday
Dinner Party
9:00am - 1:00pm
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Peoria, IL
Friday
Christmas Party
7:30pm - 10:00pm
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Riverside, IL
Saturday
Christmas Party
10:00pm - 12:00am (Sun)
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Vernon Hills, IL
Saturday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
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Madison, WI
Saturday
Personal Occasion
11:00am - 12:30pm
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Middleton, WI
Sunday
Worship Service
8:00am - 10:30am
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Crystal Lake, IL
Saturday
Mariano's Glenview, Il
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
The Gallery, Metawa, Il. (Private)
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday
The "Ponds", Lincolnshire, Il.
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sunday
Mariano's, Chicago, Il.
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ragtime - Scott Jolin's The Entertainer, Maple Leaf Rag and other Ragtime favorites. Early Jazz by Louis Armstrong, Piano Boogie Woogie, Duke Ellington and Glenn Miller. Contemporary music including the Beatles, Elvis, Stevie Wonder and so many others. My set list is defined by your requests. You tell me what kind of music you want to hear and I will draw up a customized list!
Great piano playing from all styles and periods. I love Chopin, Mozart, Gershwin, Scott Joplin, Louis Armstrong, Bill Evans, contemporary music as well. Jazz, Rock, Funk, Folk, Pop are all included in my musical life.
I have my own equipment. My band also self-contained
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