ASIF PISHORI - Pianist / Keyboardist | Kota Kinabalu Sabah East Malaysia, Malaysia

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Asif Pishori Performs with the Sophistication of Bebop, Swing & soft melodies; as a Solo Jazz Pianist he provides the timeless sounds of the well know ever Popular Jazz Standards to create a relaxing and timeless performance through the influences of the greatest Jazz Pianists of all time; Bill Evans, Oscar Peterson, Thelonious Monk, Art Tatum, Keith Jarrett to name a few; he also incorporates the Brazilian bossanova rhythms and pieces of Jobim and when he wants to heat up the groove will play cool funky Rhythm & blues & Boogie Woogie. Asif is always willing to take guests requests and contin ... ually increases his repertoire of International music of Korea, China and worldwide music. As well as a Solo Pianist Asif plays in various Combos by contractual request through his worldwide network of Singers/musicians collaborators & secessionists. From acoustic Duos to 3 piece Jazz Trios, 4 Piece Quartet, 5 -10 Piece Jazz Band, Funk Band, Latin Band, Pop Band. Read More

Set-List

Sample Last as full list is too long- styles of playing include Jazz Blues Bossaanova Evergreen Swing Ballad Popular olldies and top 40s
All of Me
All The Things You Are
Alone Together
Autumn Leaves
Billie’s Bounce
Black Orpheus
Blue Bossa
Body and Soul
But Not For Me
Bye Bye Blackbird
Cherokee
Confirmation
Days of Wine and Roses
Doxy
Fly Me To The Moon
Footprints
Four
Have You Met Miss Jones
How High The Moon
I Hear a Rhapsody
I Love You
I Remember You
I’ll Remember April
I’m Old Fashioned
If I Should Lose You
If I Were A Bell
In A Mellow Tone
In A Sentime ... ntal Mood
It Could Happen To You
Just Friends
Misty
My Funny Valentine
Night and Day
Oleo
On Green Dolphin Street
Recorda Me
Satin Doll
Stella By Starlight
Scrapple From The Apple
So What
Solar
St. Thomas
Sweet Georgia Brown
Take The A Train
The Girl From Ipanema
There Is No Greater Love
There Will Never Be Another You
Up Jumped Spring
What Is This Thing Called Love
Yesterdays
When I Fall In Love
Have I Told You Lately
Some Enchanted Evening
Someone to Watch Over Me
A Man and a Woman
At Last
Just the Way You Are
Fever
Crazy
Always on My Min
Saving All My Love for You
On the Street Where You Live
Somewhere
Still in Love With You
Moon River
Time After Time
How Deep Is Your Love
Feel Like Makin’ Love
The Way We Were
Midnight Train To Georgia
You Are the Sunshine of My Lif
Lean on Me
Let’s Stay Together
Ain’t No Sunshine
Close to You
Strangers in the Night
When a Man Loves a Woman
I Will Always Love You
Save the Last Dance for Me
Unchained Melody
Killing Me Softly With His Song
You’ve Got a Friend
All I Have to Do Is Dream” – The Everly Brothers
Bridge Over Troubled Water” – Simon & Garfunkel
Michelle
Are You Lonesome Tonight
The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
You Are So Beautiful
I Just Called to Say I Love You
Wonderful Tonight
I’ll Be There
My Girl
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Biography

PROFILE: ASIF PISHORI
INTERNATIONAL MUSICIAN PERFORMER COMPOSER CONSULTANT LECTURER
British born International musician Asif Pishori claims over 30 years experience in Performance and Education. Born in the heart of England’s vibrant capital city London the eldest of three accomplished musicians began his formal music education studying multi keyboards with Suzuki organ Professor Dr Leon Jazz in 1975 at the age of 6 yrs old. The rhythm of music has always been in my blood, even before I was born he says, completely influenced by his British Latin American East African Indian roots. From a ... young age I remember listening to a fusion of pulsating African rhythms haunting Indian classical music and energetic Caribbean party music. Home was always full of life soul and energy a melting pot of music and dance. In 1985 He was awarded a scholarship to study Piano keyboard and theory under Yamaha Music School Professor Dr Paul Michael James. During which time he gained three Grade 8 Distinctions with the Associated Boards Royal School of Music and London College of Music respectively. Later successfully furthering his professional qualifications with two major performance achievements a Licentiate Pianoforte diploma and Associate Keyboard Diploma at the Central Academy of music. Asif began teaching and performing at an early age and secured his first appointment as musical director for Yamaha Music Schools Chappell of Bond Street in London’s West end in 1987. It was an incredible place to work, I was surrounded by the world’s most exclusive pianos, renowned classical concert & Jazz pianists and at the same time had access to all the latest inventions in technology, and it was a musician’s haven. In 1997 Asif moved to Brunei with his brothers and formed International production house Pishori Brothers Entertainment a company dedicated to nurturing & developing local, regional talents. During this time Asif was appointed lecturer Positions at prestigious International Schools Jerudong International School & the International School Brunei In 2002 Asif successfully formed International Jazz Band & International Latin Jazz Band Four Notes & Son2nos Both groups successful in their own rights incorporate a fusion of talents from England, Australia, New Zealand, Venezuela, Malaysia, Brunei & the Philippines. Currently Asif performs in Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia and Singapore 7 the World for Solo & band Contracts. He is available for Solo Piano works, various combo band & Orchestra performances, Music consultancy, Compositional works, Workshops & Lecturing.
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Experience

Live Concerts Performances Shows Festivals Bookings
Concerts & Performances Malaysia and Indonesia
Sutera Harbour Resort-Pianist (Contract Ends- 14 July 2017)
Klagan Hotel Bar-Jazz Duo
Ming Garden Hotel Club Lounge- Jazz Band
Shangri-La Tanjun Aru-Wedding & Corporate events
Atmosphere Revolving Restaurant New Years Function Kota Kinabalu
Miri International Jazz Festival Park City Everly Hotel Miri Sarawak- Son2nos International Latin BAND
Kota Kinabalu International Jazz Festival Kota Kinabalu Sabah Malaysia
Bangkok Jazz Club Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
Ritz Carlton Jazz Night Ritz Ca ... rlton Jakarta Indonesia
Jak Jazz International Jazz Festival Jakarta Indonesia
IES Gospel Church Jakarta Indonesia
Jakarta New Generation Of Jazz Musicians Jakarta Indonesia
Java Jazz International Jazz Festival Jakarta Indonesia
Genting Highlands International Jazz Festival 2008 Genting Highlands Malaysia
Rainforest World Music Festival Kuching Sarawak Malaysia
Penang International Jazz Festival Penang Malaysia
Penang International World Music Festival Penang Malaysia
Concerts & Performances Brunei Darussalam
Royal Birthday Celebration Concert for The Queen Of Brunei Polo Club Brunei
Resident Keyboardist & Band Leader US Band Portview Café Brunei
Various Private Concerts & Shows for The Brunei Royal Family Royal Palace
The 2oth South East Asia Games Brunei Gala Concert & Performances Stadium
Tasek Brassiere & Deals Restaurant Lobby Lounge Jazz Pianist Sheraton Hotel
4 Notes monthly Jazz & Pasta Nights Riverview Hotel Brunei
Back up Artist Sheila on 7 Concert Jerudong Amphitheatre Brunei
Back Up Artist Too Phat Concert Jerudong Amphitheatre Brunei
Birthday Celebration of His Royal Highness The Sultan Of Brunei JPA Brunei
Brunei 9 Ball Invitation Cup 2005 Orchid Garden Hotel Brunei
The Fobbisea Music Festival 2005 Gala Concert Empire Hotel Brunei
East Asian Congress Welcome Reception The Empire Brunei
BICTA Awards (Guest of honour HRH The Crown Prince of Brunei) Empire Hotel
East Asian Insurance Cocktail Reception Empire hotel Brunei
Bakarts Productions Divine Divas Dinner Show Orchid Garden Hotel Brunei
The Empire Dorchester Afternoon High Tea Session Empire hotel Brunei
KBBC 5Oth Anniversary Royal Regatta & Annual Ball KBBC Brunei
British High Commission Queens Birthday Celebrations Empire Hotel Brunei
The Borneo Global Issues Conference ICC Brunei
The Commonwealth Games Melbourne Ceremony Dinner Empire Hotel
Sheraton Poolside Jazz, Sheraton Hotel Brunei
Son2nos Latin Jazz Night Riverview Hotel Brunei
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Previous Clients

Sutera Harbour Resort
Klagan Hotel
Ming Garden Hotel
Shangri-La Resort
Nexus Resort & Spa
Atmosphere Revolving Restaurant
Miri International Jazz Festival
Kota Kinabalu International Jazz Festival
Sabah Tourism Board
Bangkok Jazz Club
Ritz Carlton
Jak Jazz International Jazz Festival
IES Gospel Church
Jakarta New Generation Of Jazz Musicians
Java Jazz International Jazz Festival
Genting Highlands International Jazz Festival
Rainforest World Music Festival
Penang International Jazz Festival
Penang International World Music Festival
The Brunei Royal Family
The ... 2oth South East Asia Games
Riverview Hotel Brunei
Jerudong Amphitheatre
Orchid Garden Hotel
The Fobbisea Music Festival
East Asian Congress
Empire Hotel
East Asian Insurance
Bakarts Productions
Orchid Garden Hotel
KBBC
Royal Regatta
British High Commission
Borneo Global Issues Conference
Commonwealth Games Melbourne
Sheraton Hotel
Petronas
Music & Management
Maybank
RHB Bank
HSBC
Place Borneo
Grandis Hotel
Hyatt Regency
Yamaha
Suzuki
Korg
Roland
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Suitable for

Bar / Bat Mitzvah Birthday Party (Adult) Christening Christmas Party Club Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Concerts / Tours Corporate Event Dinner Party Festival / Outdoor Event Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Restaurant / Bar / Pub Event Social Club Trade Show / Exhibitions Wedding Reception

Additional Information

Asif Pishori is based in Kota Kinabalu Sabah East Malaysia
For International Overseas Contracts & Performances
Client to provide- Flight (incl travel insurance) + 5-7 Star Hotel Accommodation Incl Breakfast & Dinner
Asif Pishori is available for Long & Short Term bookings
Daily to Weekly performances
3-12 Months long terms contracts
Longer Term Contracts can also be discussed.