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Tom Persinos

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(53 reviews)
  • Boston, MA
  • Accordion Player
  • Travels up to 90 miles
  • Negotable
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Overview

Performer Boston/Providence
I offer acoustic accordion and piano music
for all occasions.

Decades of experience and a vast repertoire.
Proficient in many international styles I excel playing 1920's music to the present.

Intimate restaurant or family celebrations to corporate fundraising events. And all points in between.

I can program music for any occasion.

Note: I do not offer amplified music. I will
work with a client's or venue's sound
technician.

Composer
I was heavily influenced by film music growing up. I have compositions/videos here and more on YouTube.


53 Reviews

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Colin T. • November 4, 2014

Great Performer! Nailed it!

Tom was able to really enhance the mood of our Parisian cafe themed cocktail hour, as well as learn several specific tunes we requested. Very professional performer- don't hesitate to book him!

Hired as:
Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

THE BOSTON LYRIC OPERA'S 2014 OPENING NIGHT GALA
The Boston Citi Center For The Performing Arts. The Wang Theater.

I performed outside The Wang Theater as opera patrons arrived. I escorted patrons back and forth to the Schubert Theater for La Traviata. I played the cocktail party and strolled while patrons were seated for dinner.

Photos courtesy Michael Blanchard Photography.
'See Press Photos' above for more photos.

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Diane P. • August 1, 2014

Just Perfect

When I was looking for a pianist for my son's wedding cocktail hour , I wanted a sound with a personality and broad repertoire- when I heard Tom's demo I knew he was it and he did not disappoint! He puts life into the music he plays. He learned some song requests I had wanted , although it was hard to believe there was any song he did not already know. Both my son's are professional musicians and I hired all the entertainment for my town's First Night for several years , so I feel I know a good thing when I hear it- Tom was definitely it!. Great music, easy to work with, guest friendly - I want to have another event just to hire him to play.

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John H. • June 27, 2022

Tom was very personable and considerate.

provided great communication and was very professional. Showed up on time and prepared. Performed requested music plus additional music to accommodate the guests.

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Accordion Player
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Nick N. • May 29, 2022

Great Addition To Our Party

Tom set up on time and played through to the end for our parent's 60th anniversary party, adding a great soundtrack and backdrop of Irish and Italian music. He's very talented and he has a great personality. Highly recommended !

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Accordion Player
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Mark B. • April 9, 2022

Amazing!

Tom is a great time and best of all made our event special.

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Pianist
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Jason C. • December 20, 2021

Top Notch Professional

Tom was everything you are looking for in a musical for hire. Prompt, professional, and a quality musician. Tom, delivered on everything that was discussed, and then some. Will be having Tom over again for our next party. Beautifully done the entire event. Thank you for such a wonderful time.

Hired as:
Pianist, Accordion Player
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Matt D. • December 19, 2021

Terrific!

Tom brought great energy and musicianship to our holiday event. The accordion is an added bonus feature! Thanks Tom!

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Pianist, Accordion Player
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Dana K. E. • November 1, 2021

Birthday surprise hit!

Tom was great. He was on time and performed well. The guests enjoyed the music!

Hired as:
Accordion Player
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Kimberly N. • October 30, 2021

Oktoberfest at WCC

Tom was a great addition to our evening at the country club- he provided just the right vibes! We will defiiently book him again next year!

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Accordion Player
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Allison L. • October 25, 2021

Great Accordion Player!

My husband and I hired Tom to play the accordion at our Oktoberfest party at home. Tom was punctual and friendly. He played very well and was the perfect addition to our party. He was easy to connect with if I had any questions. I would recommend booking Tom for your event!

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Accordion Player
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Marnie O. • October 8, 2021

Great Performance

He was very entertaining, Non stop playing and singing. Made the event must more enjoyable

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Accordion Player
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Nicole G. • October 4, 2021

Great hire!!

The music was fabulous, and Tom was super nice and professional!

Hired as:
Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

Thanks Nicole! What a great time!

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Carlo D. • August 9, 2021

Tom is great!

He provided great Italian accordion music for our family party. He didn't dominate, just added perfect ambiance. He has a good personality and we'd definitely use him again.

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

What a lovely lawn party! Carlo and his family were so nice. A beautiful Summer day!

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Gary • August 4, 2021

Tom the Accordion player was Amazing!

Tom was such a great performer for our luncheon at the Vino room at pizza Regina in Medford. Everyone really enjoyed Tom’s performance, and we all had a great time thanks to Tom, and his music.

Hired as:
Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

Gary was an amazing host! It was a joy to play for he and his brother's birthday party.

Pizza Regina was voted #1 in the country for best pizza. And it is!
(best crust)

I had a great time!

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Ann M. C. • June 19, 2021

Exceptional Dinner Party Musician

Tom played beautifully for our celebration. The accordion music and playlist added the perfect touch as the backdrop to our dinner party. The sound of his music is very pleasing and never too loud.

Hired as:
Accordion Player
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Nadia • June 7, 2021

Very good entertainer.

Everything went well, very accommodating.

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Accordion Player
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Gary S. • May 9, 2021

Wonderful!

Tom was perfect at our wedding celebration, we had him play traditional Italian music during dinner while the band ate and it was the perfect little touch to add. He was wonderful!

Hired as:
Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

This was a fun gig! The audience loved me! Gary was wonderful.
Great gig!
Great people!

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Alicia E. • May 1, 2021

Beautiful music for a beautiful evening

Tom was spectacular! He arrived early to set up and introduce himself. He played both the piano and accordion. When searching for a musician, there were Italian songs I specifically wanted to have played. Not only did he know them, they sounded wonderful. I would hire him again, and would recommend him to friends and families. He made the evening special with the assortment of music offered.

Hired as:
Pianist, Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

Alicia her friends and family are awesome! Such lovely people.

More like playing for friends.

I consider them my friends. Not just clients.

Bella is an adorable toddler!

I had a GREAT time!

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Jennifer N. • April 10, 2021

Accordian player

Such a lovely experience to listen to live music while we had a family birthday celebration. Tom was excellent!

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

Such a lovely family. And a beautiful evening.

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Emily S. • August 17, 2020

Great

We hired Tom to play the accordion during our cocktail hour and reception. He did a great job. Thanks Tom!

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Accordion Player
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Zachary B. • July 21, 2020

Great night!

Great night, beautiful music, would definitely book again!

Hired as:
Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

It was a great night! What a lovely summer evening!

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Judy C. • May 12, 2020

Fantastic!

Tom did a wonderful job playing outside for our residents - they really enjoyed the special treat for mother's day!

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Accordion Player
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Viviane T. • December 20, 2019

Great job!

Tom did a wonderful job and was a great addition to the party. I would hire him again next year.

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Accordion Player
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Kimberly R. • October 22, 2019

Octoberfest

Tom added the extra special touch to the day!

Hired as:
Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

What a beautiful New England Fall day. The foliage was at it's peak. Fun!

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Jeannine M. • October 11, 2019

That's Entertainment!

Tom was a wonderful addition to have at our Italian Octoberfest. He played the accordion and piano for 50 guests at our outdoor event. A perfect gentleman. Very easy-going. Tom arrived on time and was set up and ready to go in minutes. His immense knowledge of the Italian songs, from opera to movies and the Rat Pack, was perfect for our type of social engagement. Perfetto Tom! Grazie mille.

Hired as:
Pianist, Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

Jeanine and her family are super nice people. What fun to have people sing while I play.
The food was amazing!
La dolche vita!

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Irena D. • September 8, 2019

Great evening

We had wonderful time with music provided by Tom.
Tom played for us for 1 hr during evening / dinner event .
It was very appropriate for our event including choice of the songs/ music , style .
We would gladly invite him back

Hired as:
Pianist, Accordion Player
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Irena D. • September 8, 2019

Alumni reunion

Tom was great at our event .
His music was wonderful .

Hired as:
Pianist, Accordion Player
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Carl F. • April 29, 2019

Very Personable and Professional

Tom was very easy to deal with. The people loved his playing. He was also very accommodating, as we had to change the time of his performance. I would highly recommend Tom for any event.

Hired as:
Accordion Player
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Craig C. • April 10, 2019

Tom is the Best!

I reached out to Tom to play at a very special event (my proposal), and working with him was nothing short of amazing! He was very quick to respond to messages, and he gladly learned a new song for us. He's also just such a great person. I couldn't recommend him more highly. Thanks so much, Tom!

Hired as:
Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

This was the most romantic thing I have ever seen. I played, they danced. Then Craig was on one knee proposing. People sitting outside of a brown stone cheered and brought wine to celebrate. Very beautiful. Thank you!

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Nicole N. • January 23, 2019

Dual performance

Tom was pretty great from what I heard from wedding guests. He played both the accordion and the piano, which was awesome. I wish we were able to make it back in time to see him in action. Some comments I heard were he played piano more than accordion and he stayed on one half of the cocktail area. Many of the guests would have preferred if he moved around. Overall, he was easy to communicate with, played some great tunes, and was on time!

Hired as:
Accordion Player
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Sandra F. • November 9, 2018

Perfect for our event

We threw a pizza party for friends at the Velvet Mill in Stonington. Everyone enjoyed Tom's music and he kept the party going. Thanks.

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

Thanks Sandy!
!he Pizza is AMAZING at Woodfella's in Stoneington CT!
One of the few places that does the crust right. What a fun time!

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Jeannette R. • November 7, 2018

Fantastic!

We hired Tom for a Moulin Rouge themed client event. He added a special touch to the whole evening.
Tom dressed in period garb and played traditional french songs on the accordion as well as a few Moulin Rouge themed songs as our guests arrived, setting the tone for the evening perfectly.
He was incredibly responsive to questions, open to all of our ideas, and overall, a pleasure to work with. I wouldn't hesitate to hire Tom again.

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

What a fun evening! Jeanette was such a gracious hostess.
Things ran like clockwork!
The venue the Can Can dancers. Everything was just gorgeous!

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Andrew W. • August 31, 2018

Tom was fantastic

Tom was easy to communicate with, showed up promptly, and was a first class musician!

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

A lot of fun.

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Allison T. • July 21, 2018

Dad's 80th birthday

Tom did a great job playing the accordion. My father in law was beyond surprised. He was very quick to respond to my emails/message. I highly recommend him.

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

Allison's father in law and I were fast friends. He and I chatted and chatted. What a fun time!

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Judy O. • July 16, 2018

Fantastic and Magical

Tom is amazing...he is professional and talented and our go-to performer. This time, we engaged him at a wedding brunch following our son’s wedding. Tom provided the magical and romantic atmosphere to keep the joy and celebration going throughout the morning! It was perfect. Thank you Tom!

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

This was a sheer pleasure to play! A feast for all the senses. I 'uncorked' my best French repertoire. To a very appreciative audience!
Judy's family and friends are such lovely people.
Truly a personal favorite!

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Barbara C. • February 25, 2018

Tom Persinos is GREAT

We had Tom play at our Annual Cassoulet Dinner and his French accordion music added so much to the atmosphere. All of the guests loved his music.

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

Barbara and her guests were a lot of fun! They danced the Can Can! Such lovely people.

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Suzanne R. • October 16, 2017

Excellent!

Tom provided wonderful Italian music for our event. He is very professional and fit right in with our event team.

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Accordion Player
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Kelly M. • September 24, 2017

Accordion player and piano player

Tom was really good. He was just enough for our party. We had an Oktoberfest and it was a great venue for him to be there and it was nice subtle music not overpowering

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Lynn E. • August 17, 2017

Tom was a hit at our Moulin Rouge party.

The Accordian music really set the tone for the evening.

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

A lovely dinner party on a warm summer evening.
Like a Renoir painting.
Playing tunes from the popular film Moulon Rouge as well uncorking some my best French repertoire was a sheer joy!
Lynn and her guests were such lovely people.
I swear I saw Erik Satie dance the Can Can!

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Martin J. O. • August 8, 2017

Wedding cocktail hour

Tom did a great job, all the guests enjoyed his Irish songs

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Kathleen C. • June 24, 2017

Terrific

Tom was great very professional on time highly recommend

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Response from Tom Persinos:

Thanks Kathleen!
What a lovely time and such nice people.

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Tim R. • January 15, 2017

Great!

Have no hesitation booking Tom for an event! Great entertainer and easy to work with.

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

What a fun time! Tim was a gracious host. His family and guests such lovely people.

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Mary A. M. • October 29, 2016

Great!!

Tom was great on the accordian, and played the piano!
I definitely will have him back to entertain again!

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Pianist, Accordion Player
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Paula E. • October 24, 2016

10 Year Senior Housing Anniversary

Tom is a great musician. He showed up on time and played for 1.5 hours. I wish he had been a little more engaging with the seniors for they love entertainment.

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Pianist, Accordion Player
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Response from Tom Persinos:

What a great time!
Seniors who know the classic standards are the most fun to play for!

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Marietta S. • October 17, 2016

Hit the Spot!

Tom, listened to what we requested for the family reunion event, and excided our expectations. His playing was welcomed and enjoyed by all, it was a great day! Thank you Tom.

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

Marietta and her family were gracious hosts. The reunion was heartwarming and fun.
I absolutely loved the 8mm home movies of her family skiing. Nice people!

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George P. • September 18, 2016

Awesome Stuff!

Tom was great! Showed up early, impressed the crowd all day, and left with a smile! Would highly recommend him!

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Lucille S. • September 6, 2016

Very concerned about pleasing us!

From the first call to the multiple texts to the actual performance at our reunion, Tom's aim was to please, and PLEASE he did! Thank you, Tom, for making our cousin happy and allowing us to let our hair down and start the party.

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Accordion Player
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Response from Tom Persinos:

Lucille and her family were a delight! What fun! They sang along and knew all the words.
Truly a fun time!

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Catherine M. • October 14, 2015

Wonderful addition to our Oktoberfest!

Tom arrived on time and was very adapting to our surroundings and clientele. He gave life to our event!

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Amo C. • September 30, 2015

Great Gig!

Tom was excellent! He was on time and professional. The guests loved the accordion. It really added a unique festive atmosphere. I would hire Tom again for my next event.

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

Amo's party was a sheer joy! His brother built a brick oven pizza in his yard!
He gave me a bottle of homemade wine for the road.
Great Italian food and a lovely family!

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Christopher V. • March 26, 2015

Excellent Musician and Excellent Customer Service!!

Tom was excellent to work with from start to finish. We had an Italain Theme event at Wheaton College for 1400 people. Tom played the accordion as well as a piano we had in our other dining room. He arrived on time, played the entire contract and added great flare to our event!! Thank you Tom!!

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

Thanks so much Chris! What a great event! I had fun going from dining room to dining room.
Playing the piano allowed me to really mix it up even more.
We went to Italy and around the world in a day!

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Laura F. • October 27, 2014

The cherry on top

Tom is fantastic - I recently hired him to play outside of a restaurant in the North End for my (chilly) October wedding. He set the mood perfectly for the minute our group got out of the limo, playing beautiful, romantic Italian songs that had every passerby staring, taking pictures, and hopefully scooping up his business cards! He was so easy to work with, one of the few non-stressful aspects of all the wedding planning! Thank you again Tom, I hope others allow their special events to be elevated by your music and your presence :)

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

My goodness Laura thank you!
Playing your wedding in the North End was an utter joy!
Very romantic! Beautiful location and such lovely people!
Laura's mom is a real nice lady and I enjoyed chatting with their friends!
The very reason I absolutely LOVE what I do.

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Mrs. J. G. • January 2, 2014

Excellent!

Tom is has a very nice personality and is very easy to work with. His music was lovely and our entire party and evening was made very special by listening to his French songs. He was a terrific asset to an already lovely New Years Eve private party. His playing is excellent!

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Response from Tom Persinos:

The Gibson's were gracious hosts. They were simpatico and knew my repertoire. For me a truly special gig.

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Gloria L. • November 7, 2013

Tom tickles the ivories

Tom is such a professional and gentleman. The music was on the loud side for our venue. He had a good variety of music, but somehow we both forgot that he was to play some polka and Hawaiian music.

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Accordion Player
Tom Persinos

Response from Tom Persinos:

I enjoyed playing Germaine's 100'th birthday very much! I actually did play The Beer Barrel Polka, Too Fat Polka, as well as Aloha Oe and per our agreement but I think Gloria was too busy to notice.
Gloria was a delightful hostess and tried to get people on the floor dancing. People were not dancing so I shifted to background or furniture music if you will. Truly a lovely event!

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Price Range: Negotable

Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes

Languages: English, German

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What to Expect

A blend of styles from the 1920's to the present depending on the needs of the client. I mix it up with song and banter interacting with the audience. People can dance and sing.

About

I'm a pianist accordionist and a composer from the Boston area.
I am well versed in many international styles from the classical/romantic era to the present.

Ensemble Work
Ragtime, dixieland, 20's-40's jazz, Delta blues, vaudeville, burlesque, cabaret, country, blue grass, middle eastern, klezmer, gamelan, percussion...even a circus band. Life is a circus!

I can program music for any event and tailor it to your specifications.
How can I best serve your needs?

Services Offered

Accordion Player Composer Pianist Soundtrack Composer

Upcoming Booked Events

August 27, 2022 • 12:30pm - 6:30pm Wedding Reception

Past Booked Events

June 26, 2022 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm Birthday Party
May 22, 2022 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm Anniversary Party
May 14, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm Cocktail Party
April 08, 2022 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm Birthday Party
February 24, 2022 • 1:00pm - 5:00pm Birthday Party
February 08, 2022 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm Dinner Party
December 19, 2021 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm Christmas Party
December 18, 2021 • 4:00pm - 8:00pm Christmas Party
December 15, 2021 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm Corporate Event
December 08, 2021 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm Concert
November 06, 2021 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm Cocktail Party
October 31, 2021 • 2:30pm - 3:00pm Birthday Party
October 23, 2021 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm House Party
October 18, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Birthday Party
October 15, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Holiday Party
October 07, 2021 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm Retirement Community Event
October 05, 2021 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm Cocktail Party
October 03, 2021 • 2:30pm - 5:30pm Birthday Party
October 02, 2021 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm House Party
September 25, 2021 • 2:30pm - 4:30pm Cocktail Party
September 11, 2021 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm Birthday Party
September 10, 2021 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Concert
August 08, 2021 • 1:00pm - 3:30pm Birthday Party
July 30, 2021 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm Birthday Party
July 15, 2021 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm House Party
June 18, 2021 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm Birthday Party
June 17, 2021 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm Concert
June 06, 2021 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm House Party
May 07, 2021 • 8:00pm - 9:00pm Wedding Reception
April 30, 2021 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm Birthday Party
April 09, 2021 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm Birthday Party
March 12, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm Birthday Party
February 19, 2021 • 8:00pm - 8:15pm Wedding Engagement
December 19, 2020 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm Restaurant/Bar Event
October 10, 2020 • 3:00pm - 7:00pm Holiday Party
August 26, 2020 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm Concert
August 15, 2020 • 4:00pm - 8:00pm Wedding Reception
July 20, 2020 • 7:30pm - 8:00pm Personal Occasion
July 14, 2020 • 2:00pm - 5:00pm Holiday Party
July 02, 2020 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm Birthday Party
May 10, 2020 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Festival
February 02, 2020 • 12:30am - 1:30am Wedding Reception
December 14, 2019 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm Christmas Party
December 05, 2019 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm Christmas Party
October 19, 2019 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm Corporate Event
October 05, 2019 • 2:30pm - 6:30pm Festival
October 04, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm Holiday Party
September 28, 2019 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm Wedding Reception
September 07, 2019 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm Dinner Party
August 17, 2019 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm Birthday Party
August 17, 2019 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm Birthday Party
August 08, 2019 • 3:00pm - 3:45pm Surprise
July 14, 2019 • 10:00am - 11:00am Religious Celebration
April 28, 2019 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm Birthday Party
April 06, 2019 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm Surprise
February 23, 2019 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm Dinner Party
January 22, 2019 • 4:30pm - 6:30pm Nonprofit Event
January 10, 2019 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm Cocktail Party
December 31, 2018 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm Wedding Reception
November 07, 2018 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Dinner Party
October 24, 2018 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm Corporate Event
October 20, 2018 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm Wedding Reception
October 13, 2018 • 8:00pm - 9:00pm Anniversary Party
October 05, 2018 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm Cocktail Party
August 30, 2018 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm Birthday Party
July 15, 2018 • 8:30am - 12:00pm Personal Occasion
July 14, 2018 • 4:30pm - 6:30pm Birthday Party
March 24, 2018 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Birthday Party
February 24, 2018 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm Dinner Party
December 31, 2017 • 9:00pm - 11:00pm New Year's Party
November 04, 2017 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm Holiday Party (Other)
October 14, 2017 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm Nonprofit Event
September 23, 2017 • 12:30pm - 3:00pm House Party
September 15, 2017 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm Anniversary Party
August 11, 2017 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm Anniversary Party
August 04, 2017 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm Wedding Cocktail Hour
July 22, 2017 • 1:30pm - 3:00pm Reunion
June 09, 2017 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm Dinner Party
January 24, 2017 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm Campus Event
January 14, 2017 • 6:30pm - 9:00pm Birthday (Adult)
December 17, 2016 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Birthday (Adult)
November 16, 2016 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm Holiday Party (Christmas)
November 10, 2016 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm Fundraiser
October 27, 2016 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm Nonprofit Event
October 20, 2016 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm Anniversary Party
October 16, 2016 • 10:30am - 1:00pm Reunion
September 16, 2016 • 12:00pm - 5:00pm Corporate Event
September 10, 2016 • 4:30pm - 6:30pm Fundraiser
August 27, 2016 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm Reunion
August 26, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm Birthday (Adult)
August 16, 2016 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Birthday (Adult)
July 11, 2016 • 5:30pm - 8:00pm Corporate Event
June 19, 2016 • 12:00pm - 6:00pm Cultural Event
February 06, 2016 Birthday (Adult)
January 31, 2016 Holiday Party (Other)
November 21, 2015 Birthday (Child)
October 17, 2015 Cocktail Party
October 17, 2015 Corporate Event
October 13, 2015 Corporate Event
October 04, 2015 Wedding Cocktail Hour
September 26, 2015 Birthday (Adult)
September 12, 2015 Birthday (Adult)
August 15, 2015 Birthday (Adult)
August 09, 2015 House Party
June 20, 2015 Anniversary Party
June 11, 2015 Corporate Event
May 22, 2015 Other
May 02, 2015 Club/Nightclub
April 25, 2015 Other
April 04, 2015 Birthday Party
March 25, 2015 Restaurant
March 14, 2015 Private Party
March 14, 2015 Private Party
February 15, 2015 Birthday Party
January 31, 2015 Birthday Party
November 16, 2014 Birthday Party
November 15, 2014 Birthday Party
November 01, 2014 Birthday Party
October 25, 2014 Ethnic Celebration
October 18, 2014 Restaurant
October 11, 2014 Wedding Reception
October 10, 2014 Fundraiser
September 27, 2014 Birthday Party
September 20, 2014 Fundraiser
August 23, 2014 Wedding Reception
December 31, 2013 Other
November 03, 2013 Birthday Party

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Influences & Inspiration

My interest as a kid included the classical/romantic tradition as well as roots/jazz and ethno-musicology.
I have been influenced by every ensemble I have played with.
I love to play classic foreign film themes on piano and accordion.

Ragtime, 20's-40's jazz, blues, vaudeville, burlesque, cabaret, dixieland, country/blue grass, rock & roll, punk, middle eastern, klezmer, to gamelan and even a circus band.
I'm influenced by everything around me.
If I hear two car horns beep in harmony I'm thrilled beyond belief.

Setup Requirements

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