Weddings · El Dorado Hills
Wedding & event pianist in El Dorado Hills
El Dorado Hills celebrations often happen somewhere with a view: a backyard looking out over the valley, a country-club terrace, or a winery up the hill toward Placerville. Live piano and vocals suit those settings. I play quiet instrumentals while guests arrive, sing the songs you love during cocktails, and keep the music moving all evening.
From the aisle to the dance floor
Ceremony music, a cocktail hour full of live vocals, then DJ and MC duties for the reception: having one musician run every cue keeps the timeline simple for your planner. If your first dance means something special, I will sing it live and roll straight into the dance set.
Estate homes and private parties
A lot of El Dorado Hills entertaining happens at home. Anniversary dinners, milestone birthdays and holiday parties work well with a singing pianist in the corner of the great room or out on the patio, taking requests while guests mingle. I bring a professional stage piano and my own sound, sized for a living room or a lawn.
Corporate dinners and client events
I'm a former San Jose Sharks organist, and I've played corporate events for Meta, Google and PayPal. For a client dinner or company holiday party in El Dorado Hills or Folsom, I keep the music polished through dinner and speeches, then lead a sing-along when the room is ready.
Piano karaoke and dueling pianos
For a livelier crowd, my signature piano karaoke puts your guests on the mic, backed by full tracks plus my live piano and harmony vocals. For a bigger party, I can bring a second player for the full Modern Dueling Pianos show.
Planning notes
Foothill summers are warm, so an evening ceremony and some shade for the piano make a real difference. If your neighborhood has HOA quiet hours, send them over and I will plan the volume and end time around them. Spring and fall Saturdays are the first to go.
What I offer
- Solo piano and vocals for the ceremony, cocktail hour and dinner
- Dueling pianos for the reception with Modern Dueling Pianos
- DJ and MC for the reception
- KJ: signature piano karaoke for the after-party
Areas
El Dorado Hills, Serrano, Folsom, Cameron Park, Shingle Springs, Placerville, Coloma and nearby.
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Questions
Do you need a piano at the house or venue?
No. I bring a stage piano and sound system. All I need is a level spot and an outlet nearby.
Is El Dorado Hills part of your regular area?
Yes. I play the Sacramento region and the foothills often, and travel is included in your quote.
Can you learn our songs?
Yes. Send your processional, first dance and any family favorites and I will arrange them for piano and voice.
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Let's make it a night to remember
Check your date with JMD
Tell me the date, city, guest count and vibe. I'll recommend the right setup: solo piano, karaoke/DJ, or the full Modern Dueling Pianos show.