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Rick Gallagher Jazz Pianist from Pittsburgh, PA

Will travel up to 75 miles

  • Avg 5.0 | 2 Reviews
  • 3 Verified Bookings
  • Member Since 2011
  • Starting at $175 per event

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Classic Jazz Piano and more - Over 20 years Experience, Solo Piano or Jazz(duo, trio, quartet, quintet) Classic, swinging, sophisticated, background music that will create the perfect atmosphere for your wedding ceremony, reception, formal dinner, banquet, private or corporate event. Jazz pianist/composer Rick Gallagher has been a part of the Pittsburgh music scene since the late 1980's. Over the years Rick has done solo and group work in a wide range of contemporary styles but has found a voice as a player and composer in classic jazz. He has worked with many of the region's top jazz musicians, singers and bands ranging from the Boilermaker Jazz Band to the Orchard Hill Church Worship Team, and has done solo piano work at such diverse venues such as the historic Grand Concourse; the Gandy Dancer Saloon piano bar; and the PPG Holiday Series. Currently Rick can be seen regularly at the critically acclaimed Pines Tavern restaurant, the Northway Christian Community worship team, as well as his long-standing spotlight as the pianist with the US Steel Tower and One Oxford Center downtown. Gallagher is noteworthy for his classic jazz style, creative arrangements, memorable originals, and his soulful organic sound. Rick has six recordings and his music has been enjoyed on radio stations worldwide. A Pittsburgh native and father of four, Gallagher received a Bachelor of Music at Duquesne University where he studied under the mentorship of David Budway. His influences include Herbie Hancock, Horace Silver, Red Garland, Brad Mehldau, Vince Guaraldi, Bill Evans, Oscar Peterson, Benny Green, Ray Brown, Wynton Kelly, Cyrus Chestnut and George Shearing. Rick is available for concerts, studio work, custom composition, film and TV scoring, private music instruction, church performances, and other private and public events. Hundreds of successful private events for local, regional and national clients such as Mellon Bank, PNC, Heinz, UPMC, Rolex, Kossman Development, Oxford Development, and many area law firms to name a few. Music customized for YOUR event. Available solo or with small group combos including some of Pittsburgh's finest musicians/singers. Reasonable rates; Portable piano and PA system available; Song requests accepted.

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Avg 5.0 | 2 Reviews

Review by MAry H.

CelebrationReviewed on September 12, 2016From Pittsburgh, PA

Overall experience was amazing ! Very professional , excellent musical entertainment!

Review by Lora K.

Corporate FunctionReviewed on April 29, 2014From Lawrenceville, PA

Rick is absolutely great in every way.

Song List 

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  • Gershwin
  • Duke Ellington
  • Sinatra
  • Christmas favorites
  • Vince Guaraldi
  • Rodgers / Hart
  • Cole Porter
  • Wedding repetoire
  • Dave Brubeck
  • Beatles
  • Billy Joel
  • Elton John
  • James Taylor
  • Original music and arrangements
  • Andrew Lloyd Weber
  • Christmas favorites
  • Hymns
  • and much more

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Past Events

September 10, 2016 • Celebration
Sat6:30 PM - 10:30 PM Pittsburgh, PA
December 15, 2011 • Corporate Function
Thu11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Pittsburgh, PA

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