Renee Cross

The music I usually play is a "loungy" blend of jazz, pop, ballads, originals and even some classical tunes. My sets help to create an elegant, relaxed atmosphere, perfect for cocktail parties, receptions, dinners and other similar events. I sing most of the songs, adding in some harmonies and percussion, while others are arranged for solo piano. I sometimes have a guitarist sit in with me as well.
I can bring all my own sound equipment, including an electric piano. I generally like to arrive 45 minutes to an hour before the performance time to set up, adjust sound levels and say hello to the event planner.

I am a freelance musician based in Guelph, Ontario, who loves exploring various instruments and styles of music. My first love is the piano and I am currently performing and recording as a soloist, playing piano, singing and incorporating vocal percussion into my songs. I am also a music instructor and part of the indie duo, Tiger Suit, who plays electronica/rock fusion.
I began my musical journey studying classical piano, but quickly became interested in vocal technique and arranging. In high school, my musical time was spent composing vocal arrangements, singing in various vocal ensembles and, of course, practicing classical piano pieces. At York University I broadened my musical interests by adding piano improvisation, South Indian singing and drumming, electronic music and composition in to my studies. I am incredibly lucky to have had the opportunity to have studied with amazing musicians and teachers such as Casey Sokol, Trichy and Suba Sankaran and David Mott.
Presently, I am performing and working on a variety of musical projects while maintaining a busy teaching schedule.