Amanda Tahnk-Johnson

Description

I can perform a variety of shows, including dueling piano shows, solo piano and vocal shows taking requests, perform in a band or small ensemble, conduct and direct ensembles, play in a cocktail hour or reception, sing in a group or as a solo performer, accompany another instrumentalist or singer, and arrange my own music.

Set-List

I have a library of over 300 songs I can play and sing, including pop, jazz, swing, country, R&B, Broadway, and many other styles from varying time periods and artists. I can also sightread music and play by ear to learn songs very quickly and take requests.

Biography

I studied music at New York University. I have worked in various ensembles, including dueling pianos, solo piano, solo singer, a concert band, and small ensembles. I directed a flute ensemble and also served as Woodwind section leader of a concert band. I worked as a rehearsal accompanist for a show choir, and also as the pianist for a jazz band. I was the head of the Youth Music department at Pax Christi Church, and also work as a wedding and funeral singer/pianist. I have experience arranging music for various ensembles and running rehearsals.

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Experience

I worked as a dueling pianist and solo singer/pianist on the MSC Seashore. I worked as a pianist for a high end department store. I also was the head of the Youth Music Program and choir director at a church.

Previous Clients

I worked for RWS, MSC Cruises, Von Maur, Pax Christi Church, Minnetonka Music Education, and many other clients and companies.

Suitable for

Anniversary Party Awards Ceremony Bar / Bat Mitzvah Birthday Party (Adult) Birthday Party (Child) Birthday Party (Teen) Bridal Shower Casinos Christmas Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Community Event Concerts / Tours Conference / Meeting Corporate Event Cruise Ships Dinner Party Engagement Party Festival / Outdoor Event Funeral/Memorial Service Graduation Party Grand Opening Party Hanukkah Celebration High School Reunion HM Forces/Army/Navy/Military Event Holiday / Theme Parks Hotel Event New Year's Eve Party Nursing / Care Home Event Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Quinceañera / Sweet 16 Party Restaurant / Bar / Pub Event Retirement Party Session Work Social Club Theaters / Stage University / College Event Wedding Ceremony Wedding Cocktail/Drinks Reception Wedding Reception

Acting Experience

I studied acting at NYU Tisch School of the Arts.

Meet the Act

Hi! I am a singer and musician from Minnetonka, Minnesota. I love meeting new people and I am also very good with children. I have experience in corporate and higher-end environments. I am fluent in English and Spanish, and I have a Bachelor’s degree from New York University.