Evan Whitfield

Pianist / Keyboardist

(no reviews)5.0
Also Performs As: Piano & Keyboard Teacher
Country: United States
Based In: Daytona Beach, Florida
Performs: Worldwide
From: $100
I am a pianist of the highest calibre who performs a contemporary virtuoso show. My range of styles includes Broadway standards, British and American film music, rock music of the 80’s, and classical legends. I fuse dazzling technicrocity with melodic mastery.
Request a Quote
Share this Page:
Profile Views: 1297
Report this profile

Audio

Description

My show is an incredible tour-de-force in piano showmanship. I perform my own contemporary stylings of the best in classical, Broadway, and British/American film music, as well as modern rock favorites of the 1980’s. I have one 45 minute show with 7-piece charts that I arranged myself.
My first show starts with a short Pirates of the Caribbean opener, then includes a Broadway Medley highlighting the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Marvin Hamlisch, a Movie Medley highlighting music of the famous film composers John Barry and John Williams, a 1980’s Rock Medley featuring the music of Bon ...

Biography

Evan Blair was born in Canada, and later moved with his family to the United Stated of America. Evan studied piano at New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, MA in the late 90’s, and soon after worked as a music director for several collegiate and private Broadway productions in New England. He quickly moved into the cruise entertainment industry where he has worn many hats, including jazz trio pianist, intermissionist pianist, Queen’s Room Ballroom Dance bandleader, and many other positions for RCCL, Cunard, Carnival and Celebrity Cruise Lines. He performed his own piano entertainer ...

Reviews     (no reviews)

Experience

Music Directing/Performance Experience
Southern Utah University, Department of Theatre, Dance & Arts Administration August 2022 May 2023 , Cedar City, UT
Music Director, Accompanist accompanist for selected ballet dance classes; accompanist and vocal coach for undergraduate MT applied group voice classes; music director and pit conductor for departmental musical theatre productions of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown and Cabaret ; collaborated as dance accompanist with the Repertory Dance Theatre (RDT) for their resident guest artist workshop at SUU, March 29, 2023.
East Carolina Univ ...

Previous Clients

Pieter Ijsselstein, a Canadian composer from Prince Edward Island, Canada, recently hired me to edit his compositions, which range from small piano rags, to string quartets, trios, and two-piano works. I have been working with him since September, 2020.

Suitable for

Casinos Christmas Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Corporate Event Dinner Party Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Trade Show / Exhibitions

Physical Characteristics

Height: 6 ft, 1 in
Weight: 205 pounds
Chest: 44
Waist: 37
Eyes: brown
Hair: grey
Shoe Size: 12

Virtual Services Offer

Online Music Composition and Editing

Have an idea for tubular bells and string orchestra, but don't know where to start? I can work with any recorded or written creative work, and expand it to fit your instrumentation desires.

Have you already written your next Grammy award-winning composition, but are worried there might be some errors in the music? As a musician who's worked in the music industry for 20 + years, I have developed ears that are attuned to notice any "inconsistencies" that may exist. In other words, I'm an excellent music critic. I will offer suggestions to "fix" these flaws, and compose some examples, depending on the genre you are working in.

Samples of my music editing composition work are available upon request, thank you!

Online Music Copying, Transcription and Arranging, with online Finale Music Notation Software

Need a piece of music copied into a professional music editing software? No problem! I use Finale Notation software to transform your hand-written masterpiece into a professional looking masterpiece. Have Finale but need help using it? I'm here to help!

Have you recorded a hit song for voice and piano but don't know how to write the vocal melody or the chords for piano accompaniment? I can transcribe your original audio recording, and arrange your smash hit into a lead sheet that's easy to read by the band at the next rehearsal, as well as prepare it for song publication.

Samples of my music copying and arranging work are available upon request, thank you!

Virtual Piano Rehearsals and Piano Accompaniment

Are you a soloist and/or instrumentalist who requires piano accompaniment, and has the Covid-19 virus prevented you from rehearsing with a pianist? With the power of technology and a capable internet connection, virtual, live streaming piano rehearsals can be done, all in the privacy of your own space!

Are you a singer who needs a pianist to record accompaniment to your song? I'm the guy you need! I use the best VST piano sampling software to produce a world-class piano recording depending on what piano sounds you want, including a MIDI file that you can take to your next mix-down session.

Online Classical and Jazz Piano Lessons

I am offering personalized piano lessons to suit beginners to advanced pianists of all ages! I can teach all styles, from pop, rock, folk and world, to sophisticated genres such as contemporary classical, modern classical, trad-jazz, modern jazz, atonal music, avant-garde and more!

My professional knowledge comes from many years as a music director for musical theatre productions, a touring jazz pianist and recording artist, an international accompanist for professional entertainers, a ballet and modern dance accompanist, and several stints as a university music instructor. I also hold a Masters in Music degree from the legendary New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, MA.

Related Blog posts...

Hiring an Instrumentalist – Tips, Advice & How to Book
Planning an event can be quite stressful, especially if you have no idea what type of entertainment you wish to put on. If you are planning a celebration that would benefit ...
Live Music Ideas for a Sit Down Dinner
If you are planning an event that involves a sit down dinner, it might be a nice idea to provide some live background music to add to the ambiance of your event and help as ...
Instrumental Music for your Magical Wedding Ceremony
Your wedding ceremony is going to be one of the major parts of your wedding day that you will remember for the rest of your life, but you will be surprised how much this important ...
Sophisticated Live Music for Wedding Breakfasts
The wedding breakfast is the perfect part of your wedding to start celebrating with your guests as you sit down to a lovely meal and enjoy the first few hours of being husband ...
How to add atmosphere with our favourite instrumentalists
When putting on an event, hiring an instrumentalist to play atmospheric background music can really make difference to the whole feel of your occasion.  Instrumentalists ...
Create a Magical Atmosphere with Wedding Ceremony Live Music
The most important part of many couples wedding day is of course their wedding ceremony.  The joining of two families and commitment involved will be remembered for many ...
5 of the best Instrumental Musical Entertainment Options
Choosing instrumental entertainment is a perfect way to add background ambiance and atmosphere without overpowering your event and making it difficult for guests to mingle.  ...
Romantic Entertainment for your Wedding Ceremony
Your wedding is going to be one of the most magical days of your life and you want to make sure it is special and memorable.  It is easy to see why many wedding budgets are ...
Looking for a different type of entertainment? Search NowContact Us

Want us to send you inspiration for your Wedding, Kid's Party or Event?