Rod Keiser

Rising Star Awards

  • 2011 Rising Star Award Winner

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Upcoming Appearances

Past Appearances

  • Sunday, May 13, 2012
  • 6:00PM - Wedding Cocktail Hour
  • Tampa, FL
  • Saturday, April 28, 2012
  • 4:30PM - Wedding Cocktail Hour
  • tampa, FL
  • Saturday, March 24, 2012
  • 6:30PM - Fundraiser
  • Sarasota, FL
  • Friday, March 16, 2012
  • 7:00PM - Rehearsal Dinner
  • Sarasota, FL
  • Saturday, February 25, 2012
  • 6:00PM - Anniversary Party
  • Tampa, FL
  • Saturday, February 18, 2012
  • 6:00PM - Anniversary Party
  • Orlando, FL
  • Wednesday, January 18, 2012
  • 5:00PM - Cocktail Party
  • Sarasota, FL
  • Friday, December 30, 2011
  • 6:00PM - Wedding Ceremony
  • St Petersburg, FL
  • Friday, December 23, 2011
  • 12:00PM - Peridia Country Club
  • Friday, December 23, 2011
  • 12:00PM - Peridia Country Club
  • Bradenton, FL
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Location:
Bradenton, Florida
Travel Radius:
Will travel up to 70 miles from Bradenton.
Pay Range:
$75-$150 per hour
Member Since:
2010
Primary Category:
Keyboards
Additional Categories:
70's Hits Keyboards, Jazz Keyboards, Jazz Piano, Piano, Pop Piano
Influences:
Bill Evans, Oscar Peterson, Herbie Hancock, Thelonious Monk, George Shearing, Hank Jones (among others)

Description

I have extensive experience playing a wide variety of styles and functions; swing, jazz, light rock, blues, pop and standards are all in my repertoire. I have played private parties for Donald Trump at his West Palm Beach estate, performed concertos with symphony orchestras , played with top-shelf jazz ensembles and played keyboards (by invitation) for the blues band that opened up for B.B. King's 80th birthday tour. I am currently head of the music department at Manatee School for the Arts, a performing arts high school in Palmetto, Florida.

Basically there is little in the field that I cannot accomodate at the very highest level of performance either on your acoustic piano or with my state-of-the-art, take-your-breath-away portable equipment....satisfaction absolutely guaranteed!

Available For:

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, Halloween Parties, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

Feedback

  • Rod did a SENSATIONAL job for us at the Digital Signage Expo Industry Forum meeting at The Vinoy in St. Petersburg. He was extremely easy to work with and is a truly gifted musician!. Rod delivered EXACTLY what we wanted at two receptions and dinners. We received many compliments from our attendees. I would highly recommend Rod to anyone that needs a sensational piano player that knows more songs from memory than anyone on the planet! - Angelo Varrone, CEO, Exponation, LLC, Atlanta, GA. -- Angelo V, St Petersburg, FL, 5/15/2011
  • HE WAS THE BEST, MAKING THE MEMORIAL TO A DEGREE THAT WORDS CANNOT DESCRIBE. RECEIVED MANY MANY COMPLIMENTS WHICH WAS ABOVE MY EXPECTATIONS. -- A Thomas M, St Petersburg, FL, 4/2/2011
  • Rod was wonderful! He cheerfully accepted my Mom's request list prior to the party and played every tune she asked for and more. Would recommend him without hesitation. The party was a huge success, much of it due to Rod's skill and professionalism. -- Sara A, Clearwater, FL, 11/14/2010
  • Rod was absolutely fabulous, his talent and perception of what our group liked to hear was outstanding. He could not have been any more personable and likeable. Rod made this wedding an occasion to remember. Thanks Rod - awesome job ! -- Helen V, Tampa, FL, 6/4/2011
  • We had such a wonderful experience having Rod at our anniversary celebration! He arrived earlier to get everything set-up. He was very accommodating, gracious and professional! What a tall gentleman with a kind and gentle spirit! Reminded us of old Hollywood elegance having him there. Our guests thoroughly enjoyed his performance as much as we did! We would most highly recommend him and will definitely spread the word about this amazing entertainer! We will definitely contact him again!!! -- Lowell L, Lake Wales, FL, 11/5/2011
  • Our wedding guests raved about how great Rod's performance was and how well he interacted with the guests from 8 to 80. He had no difficulty handling our special requests. Everything went smoothly with very little interaction or direction from us. He defines professional. -- Warren P, St Petersburg, FL, 12/30/2011
  • Rod far exceeded our expectations. He was completely focused on our needs and desires throughout the engagement. In fact, he called us a day or two prior to the event to double check on the specifics... just to be sure that he had a clear understanding of our needs and to ensure that he was up to date on any changes. Rod is a very talented musician. We received many compliments from our guests regarding his performance. Five stars all the way! -- Gerry & Karin V, Sarasota, FL, 3/16/2012
  • Rod was very personable, which made him very easy to work with from the first time I spoke to him on the phone. His beautiful music was the perfect touch for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. I would highly recommend him for any event. -- Susan J, Clearwater, FL, 10/22/2011
  • Rod was very professional and personable.. He arrived early to setup his equipment . Everyone enjoyed his music, danced and sang along to his music.. He played special requests and enjoyed the friendship of our guests.. Thank you Rod for a great evening of your talent! -- Roy M, Cape Coral, FL, 12/16/2011
  • Rod did a great job! I was so very pleased I will be using him for my next function. -- Carl L, Tampa, FL, 12/26/2010
  • Rod Keiser is truly a professional, we will call him in the future to come back and play at our events. -- Betty R, Sarasota, FL, 1/18/2012
  • Rod is a very professional talented musician. He arrived early and was playing when the party started. He interacted with our family and even let the the children play with him on the keyboard. He took requests and the quality of his work was superb. Everyone enjoyed his music. It really was a great addition to our party. I would highly recommend him to anyone. -- Lauri M, Tampa, FL, 2/25/2012
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