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Piano Entertainer/Singer/Songwriter/Composer
Adult events
Contemporary and Light Classical
Golden Hits through the ages from "As time goes by" to "Hallelujah" , "Wicked Game" and beyond.
Specializing in Baby Boomer's 50's, 60's and 70's great Rock-Pop-Anthems.
As a composer I signed an exclusive contract with DSM Producers, Inc. (a Warner affiliate) to compose background music for movies and TV shows.
Recent booking (outside Gigsalad):
6 hour performance at Arizona Biltmore Waldorf Astoria Resort, Phoenix,AZ
Currently 6 - 10 monthly performances in upscale facilities around Phoenix.
12 reviews
David N.
May 29, 2026Franz was excellent and the guests loved him! This very interesting gentleman played perfectly, with a great repertoire of songs.
Hired as: Pianist
Marta S. J.
December 7, 2025I'm so glad we decided to add live music to our annual event. It made the night extra special. Klaus was so easy to work with, both in preparation for our event and during the holiday party. He plays beautifully and the selection was just what we had requested (a mixture of Christmas music and oldies), as well as one song he learned especially for us. We had great fun during dinner remembering various songs, looking them up, and humming along. We have already asked him to return for our party next year.
Hired as: Pianist
Jim A.
June 6, 2025Klaus played piano at my father's birthday celebration. He played a mix of golden oldies (40's - 50's), light classical, and baby boomer favorites. He was able to read the crowd and play to the mood of the audience. Klaus arrived early to prepare and ask questions about music preferences and customized his selections to requests. He started a little early and played for an additional 15-20 minutes past the end time. I recommend Klaus highly.
Hired as: Pianist
Play it again, Sam!
Jim, Thank you so much for your kind review. The whole atmosphere felt very comforting. Especially the last two songs. "The house of the rising sun" brought your father to tears. This memory will stay with me forever. Thanks again for inviting me to perform at this very special birthday party. Klaus
Michael T.
January 26, 2023Sam was extremely professional with the perfect appearance. He was on time to our event and played the perfect music to fit the vibe of the night. Would definitely recommend to anyone!
Hired as: Pianist
Megan K.
November 7, 2022Klaus was such a delight to work with. He was very communicative and worked to help me ensure that we had the best event possible. We had to change the venue last minute due to weather and Klaus was very flexible and helpful. He's an incredible pianist and our guests were very pleased and impressed. I would absolutely hire him again and I highly recommend him for your event as well!
Hired as: Keyboard Player
Price range: $ 100 and up
Languages: English, German
Gig length: 30 - 300 minutes
When it comes to memorable Golden Hits throughout the ages the style of my playing likes to draw the audience in and experience again the way they felt when they heard their favorites for the first time.
As a pianist I look back on a musical journey as a solo artist, band member and choir director through the last 50 years (Classic, Blues, Rock, Gospel).
I studied classical music in Germany and directed musicals in Europe (West Side Story, Carnival).
As a composer I signed an exclusive publishing contract with D.S.M. Producers, Inc., a Warner/Chappell Music Inc. affiliate, to compose songs and background music for movies and TV shows.
As a Baby-Boomer I love to play the great Blues- and Rock-Anthems of the 60's, 70's and beyond.
No technical requirements necessary.
Thursday
Cocktail Party
3:30pm - 6:00pm
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Scottsdale, AZ
Wednesday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Glendale, AZ
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Mesa, AZ
Thursday
Birthday Party
2:30pm - 3:30pm
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Phoenix, AZ
Friday
Dinner Party
5:30pm - 9:00pm
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Surprise, AZ
Saturday
Dinner Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
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Gilbert, AZ
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
3:00pm - 5:30pm
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Paradise Valley, AZ
Saturday
Cocktail Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Phoenix, AZ
Wednesday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 9:30pm
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Scottsdale, AZ
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:30pm - 11:00pm
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Mesa, AZ
Thursday
Fair
11:00am - 1:00pm
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Scottsdale, AZ
Friday
Weekly/Recurring Performance
12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Phoenix, AZ
Friday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Paradise Valley, AZ
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:30pm - 8:00pm
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Phoenix, AZ
Saturday
Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 8:30pm
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Phoenix, AZ
Wednesday
Dinner Party
5:30pm - 8:00pm
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Prescott, AZ
Sunday
Holiday Party (Christmas)
5:00pm - 7:30pm
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Scottsdale, AZ
Saturday
Cocktail Party
6:00pm - 11:00pm
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Avondale, AZ
Saturday
Holiday Party (Other)
6:00pm - 9:30pm
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Scottsdale, AZ
My repertoire spans decades of great compositions and songs to create the perfect solo show or background entertainment for your event. To set the mood here are some examples:
---THROUGHOUT THE AGES------------------GOLDEN HITS OF THE 50's/60's and beyond
Fascination_____________________________________Pretty woman
Liebestraum (Liszt)____________________________Unchained melody
Clair de Lune (Debussy)_______________________A whiter shade of pale
Moonlight Sonata (Beethoven)______________________Something
As time goes by_______________________________California dreamin'
Dream a little dream of me____________________Can't help falling in love
Blue Tango________________________________Dedicated to the one I love
Begin the Beguine_________________________________Hey Jude
The shadow of your smile____________ _______________Imagine
Yesterday_____________________________________Midnight cowboy
La vie en rose____________________________________Moon River
New York, New York________________________You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Georgia on my mind____________________________The power of love
Send in the clowns_______________________The first time ever I saw your face
Somewhere my love___________________________The dock of the bay
And all that jazz_____________________________________Rosanna
Misty_____________________________________Are you lonesome tonight
Stairway to the stars______________________________Norwegian wood
Indian love call_________________________________Nights in white satin
I left my heart in San Francisco______________________Wicked Game
My way______________________________________Morning has broken
Bye bye blackbird___________________________________Michelle
Good night Sweetheart________________________________Angie
The glory of love_______________________________Angel of the morning
Crazy_____________________________________________Aquarius
Harbor lights_________________________________Ferry cross the Mersey
Memory (Cats)___________________________Help me make it through the night
You'll never walk alone__________________________Leaving on a jet plane
Mona Lisa_________________________________________Let it be
They can't take that away from me______________________Hey Joe
Moonlight Serenade______________________________Crimson and Clover
Chattanooga Choo Choo_____________________________Hallelujah
My happiness___________________________________If I were a carpenter
Tip-toe thru' the tulips with me____________________I'll be your baby tonight
My melody of love___________________________________Lady Jane
Sentimental journey______________________________Six days on the road
What a wonderful world____________________________Tuesday afternoon
Tonight (West Side Story)_____________________________Baker Street
The music of the night____________________________The music of the night
Yellow bird____________________________________The house of the rising sun
Love letters in the sand_____________________________A hard day's night
When you wish upon a star_____________________________Walk right in
All the things you are________________________________The Entertainer
It's all in the game______________________________________Only you
Love Story_______________________________________I will always love you
Falling in love again__________________________________The Piano man
Fascinating rhythm__________________________________Chariots of fire
True love___________________________________________Sweet Caroline
Time to say goodbye______________________________There's a kind of hush
Fly me to the moon________________________________Here comes the sun
Eternally_______________________________________________Help!
In classical music: Mozart/Chopin
Contemporary: Bobby Darin, Pink Floyd, CC Cale, Dylan, Beatles, Stones
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If there is no piano available I provide a state-of-the-art Roland keyboard and sound system.
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