Live piano works for the ceremony itself, cocktail hour and dinner background music, and reception moments like a first dance. Beyond weddings, the same setup fits private parties and corporate events that want real piano instead of a playlist.
What’s included
Repertoire
Repertoire ranges from classical standards to contemporary arrangements, and requests are welcome. Send a piece, or a recording if there’s no sheet music, ahead of time and I’ll learn it for your event. Below is a sample of solo and collaborative performances.
Venues
Venues include Lairmont Manor in Bellingham and the Grand Willow in Mount Vernon.
Service area
I’m based in Bellingham and available for weddings and events throughout Whatcom, Skagit, Snohomish, and King counties, including Bellingham, Mount Vernon, Burlington, and Anacortes to the north, and Everett, Edmonds, Seattle, Bellevue, and Kirkland to the south. Travel throughout that area is included; for a venue outside it, let’s talk. It’s usually workable, and any additional travel is factored into the quote.
What your venue needs
If your venue has a piano
Wonderful, that’s one less thing to plan around. Let me know its condition when you reach out.
If it doesn’t
I bring a keyboard sized and voiced for the room, so either way is workable.
How booking works
Reach out with your date and venue, and I’ll hold your date once details are confirmed. From there we’ll work through song selection for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, and put together a timeline for the day so the music lines up with your schedule.
Frequently asked questions
How far in advance should we book?
As soon as you have a date and venue, ideally several months out, since weekend dates fill first. That said, reach out even if your date is close. It’s always worth checking availability.
Can you learn a specific song?
Yes. Send the piece, or a recording if there’s no sheet music, as early as you can, and I’ll learn it for your event.
What happens if the venue has no piano?
I bring a keyboard sized and voiced for the room. A venue’s own piano is welcome when there is one, but it isn’t required.
Can you play an outdoor ceremony?
Outdoor ceremonies work when the ceremony space is covered, such as a tent or covered patio, and the venue provides its own sound system. Both conditions need to be true for an acoustic instrument to hold up outside.
Ready to book your date?
Tell me your date, venue, and what you’re picturing for the music, and I’ll follow up with next steps.