- Waltham, MA
- Pianist
- Starts at $300
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Tom Foster, Pianist
Background Piano at The Westin Copley Place, Boston
Overview
I provide live piano or organ music for weddings, funerals, and background music for events. About me:
- Conservatory-trained professional
- Experienced (25+ years of performing for all types of events)
- Reliable (responsive and punctual)
Reviews
5 reviews
Jane R.
October 5, 2026Just what we needed
Tom played a mix or classical and standards for a 2-hour reception for an art exhibition. He put together an appropriate playlist; arrived on time; accommodated our schedule for announcements during the event; was quiet and professional.
Hired as: Classical Pianist, Pianist
Tom Foster, Pianist
Many thanks, Jane. I enjoyed playing at the reception!
Fiona H.
December 12, 2025Talented, professional, and a perfect fit for our event.
Tom played piano at a work retirement party and was absolutely wonderful. From start to finish, he was a great communicator and very easy to work with. He arrived early to set up, which immediately put us at ease, and his professionalism really showed throughout the event.
Tom is an extremely talented musician, and his piano playing created the perfect atmosphere for the celebration. He was a fantastic value for the price and truly helped make the event a huge success. I would highly recommend Tom to anyone looking for a skilled, reliable, and professional pianist.
Hired as: Pianist
Tom Foster, Pianist
Thanks, Fiona! I enjoyed playing for everyone!
Elizabeth S.
August 5, 2025Great performance for our community.
Tom played for an open house and attendees were very impressed with his skill!
Hired as: Classical Pianist, Pianist
Tom Foster, Pianist
Thanks, Elizabeth! It was a pleasure to play for your open house.
Lori M.
August 1, 2025Tom did a wonderful job playing for my mother
My mother has been too ill to play her piano and she wanted to hear it again in all its full sound. Tom
Played for her and made her so happy
I am very grateful to him.
Thank you so much Tom
Hired as: Pianist
Tom Foster, Pianist
Thanks, Lori. It was nice meeting your mom and so glad she enjoyed it!
Mark L.
December 23, 2024Tom was great for caroling!
Tom showed up on time and was great at playing everyone’s Christmas favorites.
Hired as: Pianist
Booking information
Price range: Starts at $300
Languages: American Sign Language, English
Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes
What to expect
I'm a highly trained and flexible pianist who responds quickly, arrives early, and can play a wide variety of styles of music, including both classical and popular styles, depending on your needs. I can bring a keyboard to your event if there's no piano available.
BACKGROUND PIANO
Typically light classical, but I can likely include specific genres as requested.
WEDDINGS
About 10-15 of music beforehand has guests arrive. Processional and recessional (walk-down and exit) pieces of your choosing (or I can recommend some nice ones), and a solo in the middle if desired.
FUNERALS
About 10-15 of music beforehand as attendees arrive. Hymns for religious services, and if desired, a selection in the middle of your choosing (or I can supply something appropriate).
About
Trained at the Royal College of Music, London, Tom is a freelance pianist, organist, and piano teacher based in Cambridge. Over the years he has performanced solo, chamber music concerts, weddings, funerals, and background piano at events and parties.
Additional booking notes
If you have a piano at your event:
- No particular requirements other than having a piano bench and decent lighting
- If the instrument has not been tuned in the last 6-12 months, I recommend doing that.
If you DO NOT have a piano at your event:
- A power outlet with two sockets
- I would need to arrive about 15 minutes early to set up and do a sound check.
Services offered
Set list
CLASSICAL
Bach, Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, Brahms, and others
POPULAR
Hits from various decades
CHRISTMAS
Both traditions carols and popular songs
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