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Daniel Hicks - Jazz Pianist
- Jackson, MI
- Pianist
- Travels up to 2.5 hours
- $150 - 300 per event
Overview
Add joy, sophistication, and ambiance to your event with a live piano player. Daniel Hicks is a versatile pianist active professionally since 2018. An in-demand sideman, he has worked with acclaimed musicians such Rob Dixon, Goldie Ingram, Wendy Reed, Brenda Williams, and Sandy Lomax. Daniel performed at Indy Jazz Fest 2023 with the Indianapolis Legacy Band, and opened for Branford Marsalis in January 2024. Daniel trained with award winning jazz pianist Joshua Espinoza while at Franklin College in Indiana.
Jazz, Pop, Funk, R&B, Gospel, and Hymns are all among his repertoire and influence. His original music is inspired by and invokes the hard working, blue collar attitudes of the midwest.
6 Reviews
Daniel provided a great ambiance and set the tone for Great Gatsby / Roaring Twenties party. He music really set the mood.
Pianist, 1920s Era Entertainment
Response from Daniel Hicks - Jazz Pianist:
Thank you again for having me!
Daniel is by far the best pianist i've ever heard . He exceeded all of my expectations that I had. I'll absolutely be booking him again
Keyboard Player
Response from Daniel Hicks - Jazz Pianist:
Thank you much, Matt. I appreciated your professionalism, transparency and communication! Your kindness and generosity in this lifetime will not go unrewarded.
Best,
Daniel Hicks
Daniel was great and super talented! He showed up as promised and gave a fantastic performance!
Pianist, Jazz Pianist
He was on time and he played nicely. He was an excellent communicator.
Keyboard Player
Daniel just did a wonderful job! Beautiful and exactly what I was wanting
Keyboard Player
Daniel was great. He showed up early to prepare and started right on time. Our guests loved his performance.
Keyboard Player, Jazz Pianist
Booking Info
Price Range: $150 - 300 per event
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Performer's Insurance
About
Daniel Hicks is a pianist, composer, and producer originally from Indianapolis with 6+ years of professional experience. An in-demand sideman, Daniel has had the opportunity to work with legendary musicians such as Rob Dixon (Mike Clark, Charlie Hunter), Tony Cheeseborough (The Ohio Players), Goldie Ingram, Wendy Reed, Brenda Williams, and Sandy Lomax. In September 2023, he performed at Indy Jazz fest 2023 with singer Goldie Ingram and the headlining Indy Jazz Fest Legacy Band (featuring an all star cast of Steve Allee, Derrick Gardner, Rob Dixon, Jonathan Wood, and Richard Sleepy Floyd).
Daniel is ⅓ of the Trio, the “Northside Exchange'' with Joseph Filipow (Guitar) and Darnell Perkins (Drums). The Northside Exchange co-headlined the Inaugural Carmel Indiana Jazz Fest in 2023, and has also been featured on Fox 59 News’ “Indy Now” television program. The Northside Exchange opened for the Branford Marsalis Quartet during his winter tour at the Palladium in January 2024 to critical acclaim.
Daniel trained with Joshua Espinoza while attending Franklin College. While in school he also sung in choir and arranged music. Jazz, Pop, Funk, R&B, Gospel, and Hymns are all among Daniel's repertoire and influence. His original music and creative arrangements of timeless classics invoke the hardworking spirit of the Midwest. Daniel relocated to Jackson, MI during 2023.
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
| October 12, 2024 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Birthday Party |
| July 21, 2024 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
| July 09, 2024 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
| June 09, 2024 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Worship Service |
| April 13, 2024 • 5:00pm - 10:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
| February 14, 2024 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
| October 14, 2023 • 1:00pm - 7:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
| May 17, 2023 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Grand Opening |