- Location:
- Costa Mesa, California
- Travel Radius:
- Will travel up to 500 miles from Costa Mesa.
- Pay Range:
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$150-$1000 per event
- Member Since:
- 2010
- Primary Category:
- Piano
- Additional Categories:
- 70's Hits Keyboards, 70's Hits Piano, 80's Hits Keyboards, 80's Hits Piano, 90's Hits Keyboards, 90's Hits Piano, Chamber Music Piano, Christmas Music Piano, Classical Keyboards, Classical Piano, Pop Piano
- Influences:
- Influences as a pianist & composer: Sergei Rachmaninoff, Samuel Barber, Bela Bartok, Frederic Chopin, Franz Liszt, Vince Guaraldi-jazz- Dave Brubeck, Nina Simone, Fats Waller, Glenn Gould, Robert Schumann, J. S. Bach, Alan Smith, Beethoven, Bill Evans
Group Members
- Bridgett Rivas - Vocalist
- Unison Goody - Vocalist
- Alexis Grenier - Vocalist
- Richard Conviser - Violin
- Albert Wu - Violin
- Sally Hwang - Cello
Description
Versatile and Highly-Skilled...
Dustin Callahan has performed extensively throughout California as a solo artist presenting standard classical literature and original works, as an accompanist for vocalists, and in chamber ensembles.
As a pianist for parties and events he has performed for weddings, receptions, Christmas parties, cocktail parties and everything in between-even funerals. He has a wide variety of background music and has performed for several dozen secular and traditional weddings throughout California in recent years.
Dustin is very familiar with the Catholic wedding ceremony, having performed as both pianist and organist for several weddings at the Mission Church at Santa Clara University in California and surrounding areas. He is currently a teacher of applied music and a collaborative pianist for the Marymount College Wednesday noon Mass and the University Choir. With undergraduate degrees in piano performance and composition, Dustin has a Masters of Music in Composition from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music.
Upon booking, Dustin will accommodate every last request and learn any song your heart desires; making your special day even more special.
Dustin can perform anything from Schubert's Ave Maria, Classical (Chopin, Debussy, Beethoven etc.) to Broadway classics to pop standards to light Jazz to Sinatra. Upon request, Dustin can perform any number of his neo-romantic compositions for piano.
On some occasions a piano may not be available at the venue; or, perhaps you would like to have music for an outside reception or party. Rest assured, our portable full-sized keyboard features rich acoustic piano sounds that are sure to impress. I also use a 300 watt full-size Keyboard PA with sonic enhancement hardware. Sound samples of this instrument are available through this site.
Additional musicians (violin, cello, flute, voice, viola) and instrumentation can be added or modified to perfectly match your entertainment needs.
While new to Gigmasters I'm not new to piano entertainment. With over 10 years of professional piano experience, I will go every extra mile to make your next big event first class.
Thank you so much for your consideration, book me now and I will personally work with you to ensure that the music is tailored exactly to your needs.
Dustin Callahan
Costa Mesa, CA
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Feedback prior to being with Gigmasters:
"Thank you SO much, Dustin! Brian and I are so thankful that you played for our wedding - It sounded just beautiful! We couldn't have asked for anyone better. We really appreciate all that you did for us, Dustin. Thank you so much." - Jenny M., Santa Clara, CA 7/01/2010
Song List
Available For:
Anniversaries, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Cocktail Parties, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Grand Openings, Halloween Parties, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Reunions, School Assemblies, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.
Feedback
- Dustin did a gret job. Very professional and I would recommend him to anyone. Thanks for a job well done. Mary -- Mary H, San Diego, CA, 3/9/2012
- Dustin did a good job being the accompianist for an operatic soprano. He did a great job with the classical pieces that he performed solo. After the performance many people came up to speak to him and complimented him on his performance. I would definitely recommend him for other event planners. -- John V, Mission Viejo, CA, 5/19/2012
- It is difficult for me to put into words what a tremendous addition Dustin's music was to the cocktail hour of our daughter's wedding reception. His piano talents set the mood for a glorious evening. His appearance was impeccable and he is a charming young man. Our guests raved about the ambiance created by his wonderful music. I recommend you leave this play list up to Dustin. He reads the crowd and selects the right music for the moment. My only regret was that we hired him just for the cocktail hour! I could have listened to this top notch musician all evening! -- Jill R, Anaheim, CA, 6/4/2011
- Dustin is extremely talented and personable. His music added so much to our event.
I commend Dustin on his professionalism. We had a very tight schedule without much time for setup and preparation. Dustin arrived exactly on time, setup and performed beautifully despite all the commotion.
I look forward to having Dustin perform at future events and highly recommend him to others. -- George D, Costa Mesa, CA, 12/20/2011
- Dustin played for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. It was so great having him apart of our big day! He was so easy to work with, quick to respond to me emails, and accommodated all my music requests. My mother in law sang Let It Be Me during the ceremony, and Dustin was kind enough to send me two different piano tracks that she could practice too. We strongly recommend Dustin to anyone seeking live music :) -- Jessica P, Del Mar, CA, 12/9/2011
- It was a pleasure having Dustin Callahan come and play at our event. He was prompt,eager to satisfy our music requests, played beautifully, and was a pleasure to work with. We would hire Dustin again in a heartbeat.
-- Martha L, Culver City, CA, 4/19/2011
- Dustin made our parents 50th Anniversary a night to remember!!! He is a wonderful person as well as a accomplished pianist. He was able to play all of the requests which made the night very special. We thank him and will be contacting and refering him in the future. -- Aliza R, Huntington Beach, CA, 1/15/2011
- Dustin, did a terrific job and was a pleasure to have in our daughter's home. I would recommend him without reservation to anyone who wants a great piano player for a party. Brian Prinn -- Brian P, Newport Beach, CA, 12/25/2010
- Dustin played at our wedding at The Ritz Carlton, and we couldn't be more pleased. He is impeccable, and truly talented. If Dustin is available for your special day, book him first thing.
Dave & Lara -- David K, Laguna Niguel, CA, 9/12/2010
- Dustin Callaha was great. He played all songs requested and was very proffesional. I would highly recomend him to anyone who is in need of a pianist. My wife and I enjoyed a nice in-room private dinner while Dustin played for us. It was very romantic and my wife was very surprised when we walked in to the room and found Dustin playing. I would do it all over again.
Thanks Dustin. -- Ruben L, San Diego, CA, 2/14/2011
- Working with Dustin was great! He is professional, accommodating and talented! -- Whitney R, Newport Beach, CA, 8/6/2011
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