Performer - enriching people's life experience 
Mu·sic:
\ˈmyü-zik\ 1: the science or art of ordering tones or sounds in succession, in combination, and in temporal relationships to produce a composition having unity and continuity.
2: A set of sounds that reaches through one's ears to touch one's heart.
While the first
definition is certainly more precise, I personally feel that the second
definition makes music relevant.
Most often, I provide background
piano music for private parties and fundraisers. I serve as the social
lubricant that helps keep the guests, friends, or donors happy, and
make them want to stay at your event. Additionally, I have
been hired to provide the following services:
Provide solo
foreground
entertainment. Accompany
solo
vocalists
in a live performance with either a planned performance or as a human karaoke machine (and yes, I can transpose to any
key on the fly). Create
recordings to support rehearsals and live performances. Provide
music
for
religious services. Serve
as music director for cabaret-style performances and music-oriented
religious services at various synagogues. Substitute
for
musicians
that are otherwise unavailable. Play
with other bands on an ad hoc basis. Beyond that, I am
flexible and will consider other proposals, but generally avoid bars
and restaurants (with the significant exception of Baker's Keyboard
Lounge, the world's oldest continuously active jazz club). That, and I
generally don't sing while playing, in part because I don't know the
words, and in part because I like to maintain a high quality
performance. Since most of my
performances are private events, I don't post my performance schedule.
If you want to hear me play, I will either tell you where I am playing
in public or I will audition for you personally. My book rate is typically $200.00 hourly. This is negotiable. Rehearsals and studio work are much less expensive
hourly, as should be expected. More often than not, both your musical
and fiscal requirements can be satisfied. If required, keyboard
and amplifier rental are available at reasonable rates (and are
sometimes included for larger jobs - again, please ask). To book me or check my
schedule, please call or e-mail. If you need more than
just a solo pianist, please let me know what you want. I have
enough connections in the music industry that I can help you get what
you want. Lastly, know that I do
travel. While the serious majority of my work is local to
the DMV, I have played in four countries on three continents, and have
played all over the United States. If you want me to play
someplace beyond my backyard, I will do so assuming you cover my travel
and lodging expenses. I have even played gigs where I played the
performance in exchange for the travel and lodging expenses, because it
was worth it to take some vacation time in the locale.top