Fall into holiday season is when calendars fill fast for company parties, client appreciation nights, and year-end celebrations. If you’re planning entertainment for a Northern California (or Reno/Tahoe) holiday party or corporate event, here’s how I usually help.
What works for corporate & holiday rooms
Modern Dueling Pianos — high-energy, request-driven two-piano show. Guests shout songs, sing along, and stay late. Strong fit for holiday parties, team celebrations, and private buyouts where you want the room interacting, not just listening.
Solo James Michael Day — singing pianist for cocktail hours, dinner sets, and softer arrivals before the party volume kicks up. Same interactive request style, lighter footprint.
Karaoke hosting / DJ + MC — when the night needs a host, dance floor, or a mix of live piano and party format after dinner.
Everything is self-contained (digital piano / grand shells, PA, mics). Most venues only need power — hotels, wineries, restaurants, offices, and event spaces included.
Why teams book us
I’ve entertained for brands and big rooms including Meta, Google, PayPal, Oracle, Crunchyroll, NASCAR, stadium and arena events, and 500+ weddings. Corporate and holiday crowds aren’t nightclub crowds — we know how to read the room and still get people singing.
Service area
Based in Copperopolis. Regularly cover Sacramento, San Jose, San Francisco / Peninsula, Fresno, Napa / Sonoma, Reno, Tahoe, and similar-distance markets.
Book holiday / corporate dates early
December weekends and mid-week company parties go first. Tell me the date, venue type, headcount, and whether you want full dueling energy or a lighter solo / cocktail set — I’ll recommend the format.
James Michael Day
(408) 203-5563 · jamesmikeyday@gmail.com
Book a date: https://jamesmichaelday.com/contact
Modern Dueling Pianos booking: https://modernduelingpianos.com/book-us