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LOCATION:
Mountain View,
California
TRAVEL RADIUS:
Will travel up to 550 miles from Mountain View, CA.
SURROUNDING AREA:
Los Altos, Moffett Field, Palo Alto, Sunnyvale, Stanford, Alviso, Cupertino, Menlo Park, Santa Clara, Atherton, Portola Valley, San Jose, Redwood City, Milpitas, Newark, Saratoga, Campbell, Fremont, La Honda, Los Gatos, San Carlos, Union City, Belmont, San Mateo, Hayward, Loma Mar, Sunol, Boulder Creek, Holy City, Redwood Estates.
PRIMARY CATEGORY:
Piano
ADDITIONAL CATEGORIES:
Accordion, Keyboards, One Man Band, Organ, Singer
GENRE:
30's Hits, 40's Hits, 50's Hits, 60's Hits, 70's Hits, 80's Hits, French, Italian, Jazz, Oldies, Pop, Rock
AVAILABLE FOR:
Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Children's Birthday Parties, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Studio Session, TV Soundtracks, Weddings
PERFORMING SINCE:
1970
PAY RANGE:
$150-$700 per event
INFLUENCES:
Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Cole Porter, the Gershwins, Duke Ellington, Elton John, Billy Joel, Ray Charles, Van Morrison, Eric Clapton, The Beatles, Righteous Brothers, Roy Orbison, Jimmy Buffett, Michael Buble, David Benoit
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DESCRIPTION:
Denis D'Aoust, 5-star rated for 3 years, is an internationally acclaimed PIANIST - VOCALIST - KEYBOARDIST - ORGANIST - ACCORDIONIST with an extensive repertoire, a wide range of playing styles, and a natural talent that allows him to play & sing any song – Standards, Pop, Jazz, Blues, Rock, Latin, etc. He has performed solo for Hollywood celebrities, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, and for Queen Elizabeth II.Denis has a smooth singing voice with an exceptionally wide vocal range, and is blessed with perfect pitch. Along with English, his repertoire includes songs in French, Spanish & Italian. Denis can provide music using – * Acoustic piano * Acoustic piano supplemented with bass pedals and a digital rhythm programmer, which allows him to sound like a trio. * His state-of-the-art portable digital piano (Korg SP-500), which allows him - as a single performer – to sound like a trio, a quartet, and many types of bands...essentially making him a "one-man band." Denis has played & sung at hundreds of private parties, weddings, and corporate functions for Fortune 500 companies, and has performed at some of the world's leading hotels – from the San Francisco's Fairmont Hotel to the Inn at Spanish Bay in Pebble Beach, from Toronto's Four Seasons and Sutton Place Hotels to the prestigious Carlton Hotel in St. Moritz, Switzerland. Besides solo performances, he has led and played in his own bands, and has appeared solo and as a band member on television. Denis has recorded & released four solo CDs, including his brand new CD "Come Fly With Me" which features a variety of great standards such as Frank Sinatra's "Come Fly With Me" and "Fly Me To The Moon," a beautiful rendition of Edith Piaf's "La Vie En Rose," a fun version of "That's Amore, two contemporary classics – Elton John's "Your Song" and Billy Joel's "Piano Man" – and more, including the ever-popular "What A Wonderful World" and "The Way You Look Tonight." DENIS IS A FULL-TIME PROFESSIONAL MUSICIAN AVAILABLE FOR DAYTIME & EVENING EVENTS IN THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA & BEYOND. NOTE: It's not possible to list all the songs in Denis' repertoire in the space below - a complete songlist can be provided on request. Please scroll down for Online Contact Form.
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SONG LIST:
Always
Amor, Amor, Amor
As Time Goes By
(You've Had A) Bad Day - Daniel Powter
Can You Feel The Love Tonight - Elton John
Come Fly With Me - Frank Sinatra
Crocodile Rock - Elton John
Don't Know Why - Norah Jones
Fly Me To The Moon - Frank Sinatra
From This Moment On
Georgia On My Mind
Girl From Ipanema
Heaven - Los Lonely Boys
Home - Michael Buble
I Left My Heart In San Francisco - Tony Bennett
I'm A Believer - (from Shrek)
It's Still Rock & Roll To Me - Billy Joel
Just The Two Of Us
La Vie En Rose
Lady Is A Tramp
Margaritaville - Jimmy Buffett
Memory - (from Cats)
Moondance
My Life - Billy Joel
Night & Day
Old Time Rock & Roll
Phantom of The Opera medley
Piano Man - Billy Joel
Pretty Woman
Quando, Quando, Quando
Right Here Waiting
Solamente Una Vez
Something About The Way You Look Tonight - Elton John
Steppin' Out With My Baby - Tony Bennett
Stormy Monday Blues
Summer Wind - Frank Sinatra
Thank You - Dido
That's Amore - Dean Martin
Unchained Melody
Under The Boardwalk
Unforgettable
The Way You Do The Things You Do
The Way You Look Tonight
The Wedding Song (There Is Love)
What A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
What's New
When I Fall In Love
When I'm Sixty-Four - Beatles
Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton
You Are The Sunshine Of My Life - Stevie Wonder
You're Nobody Till Somebody Loves You - Dean Martin
Your Song - Elton John
Traditional Wedding Music
Show tunes
Uptempo Jazz
French, Italian & German accordion music
Holiday favorites
... and MANY, MANY MORE!!!
Instant Contact Form
To contact 'Denis D'Aoust - Pianist & Vocalist', please fill out the form below and click the "Continue" button. This entertainer pays the Gigmasters 5% booking fee on behalf of all clients. If you're a first-time user, please click here to see why you'll enjoy the convenience and peace of mind that the Gigmasters secured booking system provides.
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CLIENT FEEDBACK:
Denis was a delight to have in our home and his music certainly helped to make our event a huge success. We will definately use Mr. D'Aoust in the future.
Thank you,
Kathleen Knox
--Kathleen K.
Millbrae, CA
4/24/2008
We had a wonderful experience with Denis, he made our day even more special. Denis is very professional and accomodating. All our guests were delighted with his music, he set the perfect ambiance. We would recommend Denis to everyone. Brides: he is the perfect musician, zero stress, one less headache.
--Viviana M.
San Francisco, CA
3/21/2008
Denis was a pleasure to work with. He is a very talented pianist and an amazing singer. He also has great stage presence. Denis met with many of our singers before the event and they all enjoyed working with him. He was patient with my many requests and was always professional. I would hire him in the future and loved working with him.
--Kathleen S.
Burlingame, CA
2/23/2008
Denis played at my company's holiday party last night and really created a warm and festive atmosphere with his music. He is a talented musician and we all enjoyed his song choices and vocals.
--Andrea P.
Woodland, CA
12/13/2007
Denis was a pleasure to work with. He helped to make our event more enjoyable for our guests. The variety of music he played was perfect and his singing was wonderful. He was very accommodating to our schedule and helped to keep the party swinging and in the holiday mood. Thanks again Denis, you were great!
--Kathy F.
San Jose, CA
12/9/2007
I knew immediately from the time I found Denis on Gigmasters, that he was just perfect for our Oktoberfest event. Visiting his website and listening to his demos was very enjoyable. My entire experience making the arrangements with Denis were so easy and professional, I felt very comfortable with every aspect of the process.
Our committee received so many compliments from the guests at our party about Denis' performance. Our guests were thrilled with Denis' musicality; they loved him. When Denis played and sang his music throughout the evening, people danced and had a wonderful evening. I would recommend Denis to anyone who wants their party to be a success.
--Peggy J.
Vacaville, CA
10/6/2007
At the time that I considered hiring Denis I read the comments from previous clients and I recall one person remarked that Denis not only arrived on time but was early for the job. I can certainly attest to that as we had the same experience.
His music was delightful. He is not intrusive with his music - does not overpower people with it. Denis is welcoming but is sensitive to the fact that some guests may not want to be interrupted by a strolling musician standing very near.
I was thoroughly satisfied with the music and would not hesitate to recommend Denis to others.
Rosemary Cozzo
--Rosemary C.
Daly City, CA
9/27/2007
Denis is very professional, and extrememly talented. Denis is a seasoned entertainer, obviously, and I would call upon him again and again in the future.
I had many of my guests asking me about him and 'where did you find him??'. I was pleased, and so were my guests. Thanks Denis, you are a steal at that price!
Sheryl Tocionis (Baca)
--Sheryl T.
Los Gatos, CA
8/25/2007
Denis was AWESOME. He was right on target and seamless, and his beautiful music helped us get through the ceremony. During the reception, Denis' excellent timing with a small quip and musical adlibs helped the bride and groom get through their welcome message and acknowledgements. Denis' talent is for sure hard to find. He knows exactly what to play to keep the party rolling. We hope to work with him again someday. THANKS DENIS!
--Pia R.
Sunol, CA
6/23/2007
Denis played the accordian and sang Italian songs for our 40th anniversary. He played while he strolled through groups of our guests and later led a block long stroll from the ceremony to the reception, while singing and continuing playing the accordian. Our guests were following him, laughing and talking all the way. He asked what type of attire we preferred, ranging from a tuxedo to a costume. We decided that a Venician gondolier costume would be perfect. Overall, we could not have been more pleased with Denis' performance as well as his professionalism. He was prompt in his response to our initial inquiry, timely in his arrival at our event, and incredibly flexible and charming in every way. He helped to make our 40th Anniversary an event all of our guests will remember. Thank you, Denis!
--Bill G.
Tiburon, CA
6/17/2007
great job!!!! Denis was the perfect entertainer for our party and we will continue to have him back over and over again, no matter what our party theme shall be. He can do it all. We received many compliments on him and give him the highest rating. Any future clients of his can be assured that he will make your party a success.
--Kathleen F.
Morgan Hill, CA
5/11/2007
Denis was great at pre-connecting with me prior to the event. He checked with me on arrival and was prompt and ready to play ahead of time. He is a gifted singer and accordian player.
--Jan N.
Las Vegas, NV
3/25/2007
In short: Denis was FANTASTIC!! He exceeded our expectations. Excellent talent; he was able to sing/play anything we requested (and we had an age range from 12 to 81) but played the correct genre of music when we were too busy having fun to request anything. Extremely professional but great personality too; he fit right into the party with some fun and appropriate banter between numbers. Everyone commented on his exceptional talent, breadth, professionalism, and great personality. Perfect!
--Paula P.
Concord, CA
3/16/2007
It was great working with Denis. All the guests thought that a CD was playing in the background and were shocked to come to find out there was a real piano player with a great voice. Denis was very professional. He even sang in Spanish. Denis comes highly recommended.
--Cinthia L.
Discovery Bay, CA
12/2/2006
I was extrememly impressed with Denis from the moment I saw him on Gigmasters. His experience and the high ratings he received intrigued me, and I was so surprised and relieved when he immediately contacted me to confirm the details of my wedding. It is a stressful time in the wedding planning process, and he made me feel completely at ease. When PJ and I met Denis and his wife Doris, they made us feel at home, and were extremely helpful in guiding us through our musical choices for the ceremony. Doris even volunteered to help coordinate with Denis at the church to ensure everything went smoothly. His music on the piano was absolutely beautiful and his voice is amazing. Denis helped to made our wedding day truly beautiful and it was a wonderfully memorable experience. I would highly recommend Denis for a ceremony, or any other event as he will definitely exceed your expectations!
Sincerely,
Tazia and PJ Pelosi
--Tazia M.
San Jose, CA
9/1/2006
I cannot begin to say enough good things about Denis! From the time we began looking on Gigmasters, till the day after our wedding, he super served us in every possible way. He even sent through pictures of us and our first dance (not to mention how wonderful he sings and plays the piano)! If you are looking for a great talent to play at your event, i highly recommend booking Denis for it, you will NOT be disappointed!
Mark and Jami Feldman
--Mark F.
Geyserville, CA
6/3/2006
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UPCOMING APPEARANCES:
Sunday, August 03, 2008
12:30PM - Hyatt SFO - Anniversary
Burlingame, CA
Wednesday, August 06, 2008
8:00PM - Carnelian Rooms
San Francisco, CA
Friday, August 08, 2008
3:30PM - The Lodge At Sonoma
Sonoma, CA
Saturday, August 09, 2008
5:30PM - Private residence - Party
Sunnyvale, CA
Saturday, August 16, 2008
4:30PM - Ralston Hall - wedding cocktail hour
Belmont, CA
Sunday, August 24, 2008
5:00PM - Deer Ridge Vineyards - wedding
Livermore, CA
Saturday, August 30, 2008
5:00PM - Peninsula Block Party
Belvedere, CA
Saturday, September 06, 2008
5:00PM - Churchill Manor - Wedding
Napa, CA
Saturday, September 13, 2008
5:30PM - Mission Santa Clara - wedding ceremony
San Jose, CA
Sunday, September 21, 2008
10:30AM - Villa Montalvo
Saratoga, CA
Saturday, September 27, 2008
12:00PM - 2008 Italian Festa
Willow Glen, CA
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PAST APPEARANCES:
Saturday, July 12, 2008
4:00PM - Bocci Ball Tournament & wine tasting
San Martin, CA
Sunday, June 29, 2008
2:00PM - Sainte Claire Hotel - wedding
San Jose, CA
Saturday, June 28, 2008
1:30PM - Italian Wedding Anniversary - 50th
Boulder Creek, CA
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Friday, June 27, 2008
5:30PM - Sainte Claire Hotel - wedding ceremony & cocktails
San Jose, CA
Sunday, June 22, 2008
2:00PM - College Avenue Church
Oakland, CA
Saturday, June 14, 2008
6:00PM - Our home
Burlingame, CA
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Friday, June 13, 2008
1:00PM - G&k
Daly City, CA
Client Feedback
Saturday, May 31, 2008
1:30PM - Wedding Ceremony
Castro Valley, CA
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Saturday, May 31, 2008
3:00PM - San Jose Country Club
San Jose, CA
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Wednesday, May 07, 2008
11:30AM - Lake Merced Country Club - Fundraiser
San Francisco, CA
Saturday, May 03, 2008
2:00PM - Private Residence in San Jose
San Jose, CA
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Please note, in addition to Mountain View, Denis D'Aoust - Pianist & Vocalist also serves the surrounding towns of Los Altos, Moffett Field, Palo Alto, Sunnyvale, Stanford, Alviso, Cupertino, Menlo Park, Santa Clara, Atherton, Portola Valley, San Jose, Redwood City, Milpitas, Newark, Saratoga, Campbell, Fremont, La Honda, Los Gatos, San Carlos, Union City, Belmont, San Mateo, Hayward, Loma Mar, Sunol, Boulder Creek, Holy City, Redwood Estates and many other locations in and around the Mountain View area.
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