Russ Allgaier

I am an individual piano/keyboard player. I also play trumpet (either alone or with the piano on the same song)and take guest requests. I have had more than 30 years experience playing piano for these events:

* Weddings/Receptions * Funerals * Corporate Events * Baptisms/Bar Mitzvahs/Bat Mitzvahs * Church Events/Services * Family Reunions/Parties * Sporting events (played organ for the Kalamazoo Wings Hockey Club) * University Dance Classes * Nursing/Assisted Living Homes

I have a 2,000 song reperatoire, which includes:

* Classical Music * Adult Contemporary * Standards (20s, 30s, and 40s) * Oldies (50s, 60s, 70s, 80s) * Showtunes

I am looking for work in restaurants, individual bookings, or corporate events. My rates are very reasonable and I offer a 100% money back guarantee -- if not satisfied, you don't pay!! I will also pay the 5% Gigmasters booking fee if booked for a gig.

• Piano Man - Billy Joel
• I Will Always Love You - Russ Allgaier
• Yesterday - Beatles
• We've Only Just Begun - Carpenters
• Close to You - Carpenters
• The Wedding Song - Peter, Paul, and Mary
• Longer - Dan Fogelberg
• In the Mood - Glenn Miller
• Deep Purple - Glenn Miller
• I Only Have Eyes for You - Art Garfunkel
• Lady in Red - Chris DeBurg
• I Am a Rock - Simon and Garfunkel
• Young Babe's Prayer - Russ Allgaier
• Great Balls of Fire
• Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis Presley
• I Love You Just the Way You Are - Billy Joel
• I Left My Heart in San Francisco - Tony Bennett
• East St. Louis Tootledoo - Tommy Dorsey
• Green Eyed Lady

Anniversaries, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Reunions, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

• Russ played piano during the cocktail hour at my daughter's wedding at the Pine Knob Carriage House on 9/4/11.The atomosphere of the wedding was very formal. Russ was EXCELLENT, PROFESSIONAL, AND AN ACCOMPLISHED PIANIST. Three of the wedding guests were music teachers, not to mention several played piano themselves. Everyone was impressed by Russ's ability and the music was lovely. He played every single song that I requested, and whats more, took requests from the quests. Russ set the mood for the whole wedding as being top notch. I had no previous knowledge of Russ only my inital phone conversation with his lovely wife - Hire Russ. Joyce S. Green Clarkston, Mi -- Joyce G, Clarkston, MI, 9/4/2011
• Russ was a huge hit wih this group of seniors...they loved him and the Big Band and Oldies he played. He knew every song that was requested of him. He was wonderfully entertaining and accomadating. We are having him back in a few months he was so well received. -- Janie D, Strongsville, OH, 8/23/2011
• I would highly recommend Russ to anybody. He was very friendly and professional and I would hire him again for any type of event! -- Margaret S, Grosse Pointe, MI, 4/16/2011
• The best way to describe Russ and his performance is WOW! He went abouve and beyond what I expected and not only would I use him again, but I would also very highly recommend him to anybody that asked. He played @ my wedding ceremony and my reception and both bride and groom were very happy with him. -- Dawn P, Sterling Heights, MI, 10/16/2010
• Russ is a very talented performer. We enjoyed his music very much. Our group is older and enjoy listening (background music) and Russ picked that up right away. I highly reccomend him and would definatly hire him again. T.W.Frikken USS Cortland Reunion -- Timothy W. F, Romulus, MI, 8/21/2010
• Russ played beautiful music, very entertaining for our guests during our wedding cocktail reception In Grosse Pointe, Mi. We had a few musicians in the crowd that were blown away with his talent and being able to play trumpet and piano at the same time. Russ took the time to learn 2 of my personal favorite songs by Sara Barilles- it was so special to hear those on my wedding day! thanks for everything Russ & Marge- you guys were top notch professionals and such a pleasure to work with! ~Andrea Stirdivant -- Andrea S, Grosse Pointe, MI, 8/20/2010
• Russ was absolutely fantastic! If you want someone to perform at your event that will get appaluse each time he play's then Russ is the man for you! He exceeded my expectations and I couldn't have been pleased more. Thank you for helping to make my event memorable. -- Tony F, Sterling Heights, MI, 7/17/2010
• Although I was not present for Russ' performance due to my wedding pictures being taken, there was an overwhelming response from our entire guest list that said he was absolutely phenomenal! Everyone was thoroughly impressed and wished he stayed for our whole reception. Russ also gave a trumpet salute when my husband and I made our grand entrance which was very well done!!! I loved it! He is a class act and I would definitely recommend him to all my friends! His wife Marge was also very sweet and professional! Thanks! :) -- Erica B, Shelby Twp, MI, 4/10/2010
• Booked for a weddng- ALL of the guests raved about our ceremony music. Russ did a great job, way beyond the call of duty, played the piano and the trumpet AT THE SAME TIME to accompany my flute player for Cannon in D. He did an awesome job with my entrance music, Trumpet Voluntary, solo. It was Great! -- Tisha C, Ann Arbor, MI, 10/10/2009
• Russ was a great musician and I and everyone else at the wedding ceremony were very impressed. He worked for hour with my organist to coordinate the music which was very professional of him. Russ played beautifully-- there were no mistakes and everyone was impressed. I definitely recommend him to everyone! -- Geneva H, Warren, MI, 7/18/2009
• Russ is a very talented trumpet player. He is professional as well as personable. The family received many compliments for the songs Russ played for our parents 50th Anniversary Celebration. -- Yvonne R, Washington, MI, 11/8/2008
• We could not have found a better entertainer for our event. We would definitely use Russ again should the occasion arise. We recommend him without reservation. -- Sandy C, Dearborn, MI, 8/2/2008
• We hosted a post wedding, strolling brunch reception for our son for 100 guests at a local restaurant. Russ provided the background music and played a wide variety covering all tastes and styles. The volume was perfect for conversation but clearly audible for those who wanted to listen to the music. -- Cathy S, Auburn Hills, MI, 9/27/2009
• I love how he associates everything with baseball. He's hilarious !!! -- Cliff A, Livonia, MI, 12/17/2011
• Russ did a fabulous job playing at my birthday party and is an incredibly talented musician. I have already had many comments on his performance and people were simply amazed at his abilities. Everyone enjoyed themselves and he 'made the evening' that much more special for me. I highly reccommend Russ for any event and know you will be pleased. He was top notch! Thank you so much. Holly W. /Soaring Eagle Casino Mt. Plesant, MI -- Holly W, Mount Pleasant, MI, 10/29/2011
• Russ was awesome. So many of my guest came up to me during and after the party to comment on what a spectacular pianist Russ is. Russ has great song book and kept the music coming of all kinds. I was very please and would and will have him again. -- Munday L, Birmingham, MI, 9/30/2011

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