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Denise Bruckno Jazz Pianist from Philadelphia, PA

Will travel up to 100 miles

  • Avg 5.0 | 28 Reviews
  • 41 Verified Bookings
  • Member Since 2010
  • 4 Awards & Badges
  • Accepts Online Payment
  • Starting at $175 per event

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BEST OF 2012, 2013 and 2017! Denise Bruckno is a seasoned jazz pianist and highly schooled player with a Master's in Music from West Chester University. She is a teacher of jazz and classical piano at the prestigious Philadelphia School in center city Philadelphia and a musician hired and respected by other musicians- jazz professionals, classical vocalists, theatre artists and choral directors alike. She appears regularly as a piano soloist and with jazz ensembles in the Delaware Valley and New York City areas in venues such as the Warwick Hotel, Ritz Carlton, Four Seasons, Union League of Philadelphia and Hotel Dupont. She is well versed in musical theatre repertoire and has played for productions at the Hedgerow Theatre and is currently an accompanist for two touring shows produced by Philly Senior Stage entitled 76 Trombones, an adaptation of MUSIC MAN AND Oh What a Beautiful Morning, adaptation of OKLAHOMA. She is a much requested event pianist performing at weddings, Bar Mitzvahs, commencements, anniversaries, senior citizen events and a variety of other private affairs. In 2006, she provided music for Vice President (then Senator) Joe Biden's mother's 90th birthday party. In March of 2008, her jazz trio was featured at the New Orleans themed Philadelphia Flower Show. Her unique, finger popping jazz style is perfect for any event that needs a lively, swinging, sophisticated sound. And, her accomplished renditions of classical music are perfect for any ceremony. Her repertoire ranges from Bach and Beethoven to Elllington, Sinatra, Gershwin, Cole Porter and includes ethnic tunes, Broadway,and The Beatles. The Warwick Hotel in Philadelphia said "Denise has a musical style that our guests always complimented and a repertoire and flexbility that satisified most any request". Whether you're looking for the ideal music at a wedding ceremony, graduation, Bar Mitzvah, or a pianist or jazz combo playing classic, timeless jazz standards for a cocktail hour, social hour for seniors, or business event, Denise will work with you to create the perfect musical effect and deliver a high quality performance. Portable keyboard is readily available and references can be provided upon request. "Denise was great! She stepped in on short notice, sight read our arrangements and added a lot to the performance. She is also very pleasant and accommodating-a pleasure to work with." Pete Spina, City Rhythm Orchestra, October, 2010 "My compliments and sincere appreciation for providing the perfect musical backdrop at my daughter's wedding. I could hear the piano as soon as I entered the lobby and couldn't have been more delighted! I'm sorry I didn't have the opportunity to thank you in person but on behalf of my daughter and her guests, please know that your beautiful music was much enjoyed." ...........Plymouth Meeting, PA, April, 1995 "Thanks you for your part in making our volunteer dinner a success. The compliments on the piano playing have all been favorable. In fact, as I walked around the room, many of the volunteers were singing along. The selections were enjoyed by all. Again, thank you....... Director of Volunteer Services, Frankford Hospital, April, 1995 "The trio was wonderful and certainly helped to make the Grand Opening of our store a success!"...............................................Kroungold's Furniture, Voorhees, NJ, November, 1989 "Just a quick note of thanks to you and your quartet for a wonderful performance. You made the cocktail hour exquisite-thank you so much!"........Dana and Patrick, Philadelphia, PA, August, 2004 "Thanks for playing for my Dad's 80th birthday party. Your selections were great and everyone enjoyed it." Philadelphia. PA, December, 2006 "You are a fabulous pianist." .............Bellingham Retirement Community, West Chester, PA, December. 1992 "I wanted to send you a note to thank you again for your time last night. Your musical selections and the style in which you played them were exactly what we had in mind. More than one person commented on how nice the music was."........................Philadelphia, PA, March, 2010 "Your performance was wonderful at Tavistock Country Club."............Voorhees Senior Living, Voorhees, NJ, January, 2010 "Thank you for an evening of great entertainment. We received positive feedback on the event, and part of the reason was excellent music. Everyone had a wonderful time and we will definitely consider you for future events. " ......... Ovations Club at the Spectrum, September 29, 1993 "Many thanks for providing the perfect music for our 125th commemoration. You were terrific!"..........Episcopal Community Services, October, 1995 "It's always great seeing and hearing you. We will have other events I'm sure and we know you always make our events so beautiful. Thanks to you and your musicians.".........Brandywine Senior Care, Voorhees, NJ, June, 2010

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Review by Jennifer D.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on October 13, 2020•From West Chester, PA

Denise was so easy to work with leading up to our event, very kind and accommodating throughout the process, and on the day of played beautifully! I would highly recommend her - she was the perfect touch for our small wedding at a Bed & Breakfast. Thank you so much, Denise!

Review by Patricia D.

Wedding Reception•Reviewed on December 14, 2014•From Philadelphia, PA

Denise Bruckno entertained our guests during our recent wedding reception. She was fantastic! It was a pleasure communicating with her during the planning- she was organized and professional and very accommodating. Our guests truly enjoyed her playing. Our family members are quite musical and can be tough critics when it comes to other performers, but everyone raved over her musicality and pleasantness. We would highly recommend Denise, we are so thankful we found her!

Review by Evan G.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on June 28, 2013•From Huntingdon Valley, PA

Denise played keyboard for my Dad's 85h birthday on June 23, 2013. She is a gifted jazz and standards interpreter and has a terrific repertoire under her fingers, but this was no regular gig -first, while the party was in Philly, I live in Los Angeles. Plus, I had written an original song and didn't complete the lead sheet music until 3 days before the party. Denise not only learned the song on her own time, but met up with me the day before to rehearse! The song went off perfectly, and Denise's musical style and easygoing personality really made the party. There's something special about a great musician -- Denise has it. Enthusiastically recommended!

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  • You Took Advantage of Me | Rodgers
  • You Stepped Out of A Dream | Kahn
  • Yesterdays | Kern
  • Yesterday | Lennon
  • Winter Wonderland | Bernard
  • White Christmas | Berlin
  • Where or When | Rodgers
  • What the World Needs Now | Bachrach
  • What is This Thing Called Love | Porter
  • What I Did for Love from CHORUS LINE | Hamlisch
  • Wedding March | Mendelssohn
  • Way You Look Tonight | Kern
  • Way We Were | Hamlisch
  • Wave | Jobim
  • Watch What Happens | LeGrand
  • Up a Lazy River | Carmichael
  • Unchained Melody | Alex North
  • Trumpet Voluntary | Clarke
  • Trumpet Tune | Purcell
  • Time After Time | Van Heusen
  • They Can't Take That Away From Me | Gershwin
  • These Foolish Things | Strachey
  • There Will Never Be Another You | Warren
  • There is No Greater Love | Jones
  • That's All | Haymes
  • Tenderly | Gross
  • Tea for Two | Youmans
  • Takin' a Chance on Love | Duke
  • Take the A Train | Ellington
  • Sweet Georgia Brown | Brown
  • Sunrise Sunset | Bock
  • Summertime | Gershwin
  • Stompin at the Savoy | Goodman
  • Stella by Starlight | Young
  • Something | Harrison
  • Someone Like You | Adele
  • Shadow of Your Smile | Mandel
  • Satin Doll | Ellington
  • Santa Claus is Comin to Town | Coots
  • Route 66 | Nat King Cole
  • Romeo and Juliet | Mancini
  • Rockin Around the Christmas Tree | Marks
  • Perdido | Tizol
  • Pennies From Heaven | Arlen
  • Paper Moon | Arlen
  • Over the Rainbow | Arlen
  • Out of Nowhere | Green
  • Our Love is Here To Stay | Gershwin
  • One Hand One Heart | Bernstein
  • One from CHORUS LINE | Hamlisch
  • On the Sunny Side of the Street | McHugh
  • On a Clear Day | Lane
  • Ode To You | Beethoven
  • Night and Day | Porter
  • New York, New York | Kander
  • Never on Sunday | Hadjidakis
  • Nancy With the Laughing Face | Van Heusen
  • My Romance | Rodgers
  • My Heart at Thy Sweet Voice | Saint Saens
  • My Funny Valentine | Rodgers
  • My Blue Heaven | Donaldson
  • Music of the Night | Webber
  • More I See You | Warren
  • Moonlight in Vermont | Suessdorf
  • Moonglow | Goodman
  • Moon River | Mancini
  • Misty | Garner
  • Mio Babbino Caro | Puccini
  • Memories of You | Blake
  • Meditation | Jobim
  • Man I love | Gershwin
  • Makin' Whoopee | Arlen
  • Love Walked In | Gershwin
  • Love Story | Lai
  • Love Me or Leave Me | Kahn
  • Love | Nat King Cole
  • Lord's Prayer | Malotte
  • Long Ago and Far Away | Kern
  • Like Someone in Love | Van Heusen
  • Laura | Raksin
  • Lady is a Tramp | Rodgers
  • Lady Be Good | Gershwin
  • La Vie En Rose | Louiguy
  • Just Friends | Lewis
  • Jingle Bell Rock | Beal
  • Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring | Bach
  • It Was A Very Good Year | Anka
  • It Had to Be You | Kahn
  • It Could Happen To You | Van Heusen
  • Isn't It Romantic | Kern
  • In The Wee Small Hours of the Morning | Mann
  • In a Sentimental Mood | Ellington
  • In a Mellow Tone | Ellington
  • Imagine | Lennon
  • If I Were A Bell | Loesser
  • I'm in the Mood For Love | McHugh
  • I'll Take Manhattan | Rodgers
  • I'll Remember April | Raye
  • I'll Be Seeing You | Wilder
  • I'll Be Home for Christmas | Gannon
  • I Will Always Love You | Dolly Partin
  • I Thought About You | Van Heusen
  • I Remember You | Mercer
  • I Love Paris | Porter
  • I Left My Heart in San Francisco | Cory
  • I Got Rhythm | Gershwin
  • I Don't Know Why | Alhert
  • I Could Write a Book | Rodgers
  • I Can't Get Started | Duke
  • How Insensitive | Jobim
  • How High the Moon | Lewis
  • How Deep is the Ocean | Berlin
  • Honeysuckle Rose | Waller
  • Holly Jolly Christmas | Burl Ives
  • Here's That Rainy Day | Van Heusen
  • Hello Dolly | Herman
  • Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas | Martin
  • Have You Met Miss Jones | Rodgers
  • God Bless the Child | Holiday
  • Girl From Ipanema | Jobim
  • Georgia | Carmichael
  • Four Seasons | Vivaldi
  • Fools Rush In | Bloom
  • Fly Me to the Moon | Van Heusen
  • Everything Happens To Me | Dennis
  • Ev'rytime We Say Goodbye | Porter
  • Embraceable You | Gershwin
  • Easy To Love | Porter
  • Easy Living | Robin
  • Dream | Mercer
  • Don't Get Around Much Anymore | Ellington
  • Do You Know the Way to San Jose | Bachrach
  • Days of Wine and Roses | Mancini
  • Danny Boy | Traditional Irish
  • Dancing on the Ceiling | Rodgers
  • Corcovado | Jobim
  • Come Fly With Me | Van Heusen
  • Clair De Lune | Debussy
  • Christmas Song | Nat King Cole
  • Chicago | Fisher
  • Canon in D | Pachelbel
  • Can't Help Lovin' That Man | Kern
  • Can't Help Falling in Love With You | Weiss
  • Cabaret | Kander
  • Bye Bye Blackbird | Henderson
  • But Not For Me | Gershwin
  • But Beautiful | Van Heusen
  • Bridal Chorus | Wagner
  • Body and Soul | Green
  • Blue Skies | Berlin
  • Blue Moon | Rodgers
  • Blue Christmas | Hayes
  • Black Orpheus | Bonfa
  • Besame Mucho | Velasquez
  • Bei Meir Bist Du Schoen | Cahn
  • Ave Maria | Schubert
  • Autumn Leaves | Mercer
  • Autumn in New York | Duke
  • As Time Goes By | Hupfield
  • Arioso | Bach
  • April in Paris | Duke
  • Anything Goes | Porter
  • Annie's Song | Denver
  • Angel Eyes | Dennis
  • Amazing Grace | Traditional
  • Almost Like Being in Love | Loewe
  • All the Things You Are | Kern
  • All of Me | Simons
  • All I Ask of You | Webber
  • Alfie | Bachrach
  • Air on a G String | Bach
  • Air From Water Music | Handel
  • Ain't Misbehavin' | Waller
  • Again | Newman
  • A Nightingale Sings in Barkley Square | Sherwin
  • A Foggy Day | Gershwin
  • 'S Wonderful | Gershwin

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Past Events

October 10, 2020 • Wedding Ceremony
Sat • 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM • West Chester, PA
September 22, 2018 • Woolverton Inn, jazz trio
Sat • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM • Stockton, NJ
September 21, 2018 • The Hickman, solo keyboard
Fri • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM • West Chester, PA
September 14, 2018 • Wesley Enhanced Living, solo jazz piano
Fri • 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM • Philadelphia, PA
August 25, 2018 • Independence Visitors Center, wedding
Sat • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM • Philadelphia, PA
August 18, 2018 • Wedding Ceremony
Sat • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM • Concordville, PA
August 9, 2018 • Jazz Quartet
Thu • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM • Wilmington, DE
August 9, 2018 • Jazz Quartet
Thu • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM • Wilmington, DE
July 31, 2018 • Holy Family Home, solo jazz piano
Tue • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM • Philadelphia, PA
July 26, 2018 • Country House, jazz duo
Thu • 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM • Wilmington, DE
July 20, 2018 • Wesley Enhanced Living, solo jazz piano
Fri • 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM • Philadelphia, PA
July 7, 2018 • Wedding
Sat • 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM • Manahawkin, NJ

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