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Play it again, Sam!

Play it again, Sam!

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4.90 
(9 reviews)
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Pianist
  • Travels up to 150 miles
  • $ 100 and up
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Overview

CORONA UPDATE: I have been vaccinated January 15th, 2021
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.


9 Reviews

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Michael T. • January 26, 2023

Outstanding Piano Player

Sam 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
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Megan K. • November 7, 2022

Absolutely love Klaus! Fantastic pianist.

Klaus 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
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Ian L. • December 12, 2021

Wonderful

Sam came early to set up. Very professional and played wonderful music for our Christmas party. Would highly recommend to anyone.

Hired as:
Pianist
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James C. • February 19, 2021

Kraus the pianist

Arrived early and stayed later than asked. The whole party loved his music.

Hired as:
1960s Era Entertainment, Pianist
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Sandy L. • January 24, 2021

Amazing!

Klaus is an amazing piano player! He arrived early, was very well dressed, and his talent is amazing! He was well prepared and I highly recommend him to all!!

Hired as:
Pianist
Play it again, Sam!

Response from Play it again, Sam!:

Sandy, thank you so much for your reply. It was a privilege to play at your very well organized party. I was very surprised when I opened the thank-you-note you gave me and the outstanding tip inside. Thank you again and stay safe.

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Sherry R. • March 8, 2020

Wonderful musician

Klause was wonderful. He set up quickly. Even helped us move the very heavy baby grand piano into another room. Our parents had a wonderful time singing and reminiscing over the tines gone by. The guests at the party are still talking about the music and the fun songs that were played at the party . Klause played for an hour and half and was very approachable at the piano. We all gathered around him and sang songs and danced. It was truly a night that will be remembered for many years to come. Thanks klause for making my parents anniversary a truly magical event

Hired as:
1940s Era Entertainment, Pianist
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Cornelia H. • June 4, 2017

Great music!

Klaus arrived early, set up quickly, never took a break in 3 hours, played great tunes, played until party wrapped up instead of scheduled time ...all in all he will be our go-to musician for future events!!! Fantastic.

Hired as:
Keyboard Player
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Cal T. • December 13, 2015

Awesome!

I highly recommend this gentleman for any event. Very professional and courteous. The music provided was perfect and my guests were very impressed.

Hired as:
Pianist
Play it again, Sam!

Response from Play it again, Sam!:

Thank you so much for your positive review. It was a privilege to play your Baby Grand.

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Bonniesurguine • December 6, 2015

Very Happy

He was on time ,played holiday tunes and orhers. Very nice guests pleased.

Hired as:
Pianist
Play it again, Sam!

Response from Play it again, Sam!:

Thank you so much for your positive reply. It was a pleasure playing for you.

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Booking Info

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Price Range: $ 100 and up

Gig Length: 30 - 300 minutes

Languages: English, German

What to Expect

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.

About

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.

Additional Booking Notes

No technical requirements necessary.

Services Offered

Pianist Keyboard Player

Past Booked Events

January 21, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Cocktail Party
November 02, 2022 • 6:00pm - 9:30pm Corporate Event
December 11, 2021 • 8:30pm - 11:00pm Christmas Party
October 07, 2021 • 11:00am - 1:00pm Fair
August 20, 2021 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm Weekly/Recurring Performance
February 12, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Birthday Party
January 23, 2021 • 5:30pm - 8:00pm Birthday Party
June 03, 2017 • 5:00pm - 8:30pm Cocktail Party
May 25, 2016 • 5:30pm - 8:00pm Dinner Party
December 20, 2015 Holiday Party (Christmas)
December 12, 2015 Cocktail Party
December 05, 2015 Holiday Party (Other)

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Set List

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!

Influences & Inspiration

In classical music: Mozart/Chopin
Contemporary: Bobby Darin, Pink Floyd, CC Cale, Dylan, Beatles, Stones

Setup Requirements

Piano

If there is no piano available I provide a state-of-the-art Roland keyboard and sound system.

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