Michael Zampiceni
- Hayward, CA
- Accordion Player
- 178 Verified Bookings
Kim A. said “Michael was wonderful at our Oktoberfest party! He was dressed to the nines in his German Attire and was friendly and personable with my residents!”
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Hello!
My name is Dan Cooper. I have 25 years’ experience bringing the beautiful sounds of best-loved accordion music to celebrations of all kinds. My repertoire is broad and encompasses many different styles, from the Romantic tunes of Italy and France, Tangos, Spanish and Latin songs, to the upbeat strains of Oktoberfest Polkas, Traditional Christmas music and more.
I am an expert at choosing the appropriate songs at the right times, or in playing a selection of your own. I would love to help you create a joyful event.
Please listen to my music samples and see my reviews
I look forward to hearing from you
Sincerely,
Dan Cooper
Lovely to have live music for our Oktoberfest party. The accordion music was perfect during dinner and after. Everyone enjoyed the evening!
Dan was wonderful! He made the experience feel authentic for our guests.
Dan did a marvelous job. Hs professionalism shone through his communication and his timeliness before the event even began. He came dressed in theme which added to our celebration. He did a great job providing background music to our party and dinner. His fun and upbeat song selection inspired impromptu dancing and a lot of joy. He engaged kindly with our little ones who were fascinated by his accordian. I would happily hire Dan again!
I had a bit of a specific request for Dan. He was more than happy to help, super responsive to messages, and nailed the song I asked for. He was one of the most memorable parts of my wedding.
He was wonderful. He was exactly what we needed for our Italian themed dinner party💯
Dan Cooper is timely, friendly and an excellent musician! Thank you Dan
Dan was wonderful. He strolled the event and played great songs. Everyone enjoyed his music selection.
We hired Dan for our V-Day Party and he was wonderful! He showed up on time and had a very good repertoire of musical pieces to play. I recommend Dan for romantic and special events
Dan added a wonderful flair to our French event. Our guests enjoyed his music. I appreciated his follow-through and punctuality in addition to his talent.
Response from A-A Strolling Accordion For Parties & Weddings:
Thank you, Gail. It was a pleasure.
Dan
Dan's strolling accordion added some liveliness to our Yacht clubs crab feed. Loved his beret!!
Dan entertained our residents dressed in lederhosen and with the perfect blend of tunes to keep them entertained! He also has a great style of interacting with his audience. He played traditional German Oktoberfest music, then he added a few Italian classics that sound so much better on an accordion. Dan was terrific and I recommend him highly!
Dan was awesome. Prompt, talented, and very professional. I would definitely hire him again for future events. 😊
Response from A-A Strolling Accordion For Parties & Weddings:
Thank you, Frances! It was a great group.
Dan
We all enjoyed Dan and his accordion. It was a pleasant treat to have him stroll about the guests and provide entertainment.
Showed up hour late after going to the wrong location. Said he called me numerous times but I had no missed calls or messages on my phone. By the time he got there, the room was jammed with people talking, it was hard to appreciate the playing....however, that said, people did enjoy the music along side their dinner tables. Performer's photo on site is from a past decade or two...I didn't recognize him. Those are just the facts. Overall, it was really fun to have a live performer but we'd envisioned him playing in the lobby during check-in time when people are waiting in line and that didn't happen.
Response from A-A Strolling Accordion For Parties & Weddings:
I had a misunderstanding as to the location, and although I was an hour early, as is my custom, it was obvious that the event was not underway where I was. I called several times to reach Carolyn and left messages at the number she gave me, but it may have been her work number. I scrutinized my map, and two kind people helped me search on their phones, but came up with nothing. Finally, I decided I had to wait for her to call me when I didn't show up, and she did. I was there in five minutes, and my music was appreciated, as noted. In all my years of playing, I have never been late for an event, and I was frustrated. It could have been easily solved if I had the personal cell phone of the client.
On time, played beautifully, and was very professional. I'd hire him again if I needed.
Dan was exactly what I wanted for my husband's 80th birthday party; he played the perfect tunes and even learned a new one to accompany our not so good singing. Everyone enjoyed having him and he was a pleasure to work with.
An amazing couple of songs, very easy to deal with, on time, and very kind. Perfect addition to our wedding
Dan was wonderful and played all of our favorite songs ! He blended in with our guests and appeared very comfortable. It was the perfect accent to a beautiful bridal shower! I will definitely be calling on him again for another event.
Response from A-A Strolling Accordion For Parties & Weddings:
Hi Kelli,
Thanks for the great review. It was a beautiful afternoon.
Yours,
Dan
Price Range: $175-$500
Gig Length: 90 - 180 minutes
October 26, 2024 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Festival |
October 05, 2024 • 11:00am - 4:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
June 22, 2024 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | House Party |
September 30, 2023 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | House Party |
January 21, 2023 • 6:00pm - 9:30pm | Corporate Event |
October 22, 2022 • 1:00pm - 5:00pm | Festival |
October 15, 2022 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
October 15, 2022 • 2:00pm - 5:00pm | Holiday Party |
August 20, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
May 22, 2022 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Corporate Event |
May 21, 2022 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Birthday Party |
May 14, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Prom/After Prom Party |
February 13, 2022 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Cocktail Party |
December 22, 2021 • 11:30am - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 05, 2021 • 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
August 29, 2021 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm | Dinner Party |
August 29, 2021 • 2:00pm - 2:45pm | Cocktail Party |
October 24, 2020 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
January 23, 2020 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Corporate Event |
November 02, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Halloween Party |
February 09, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
October 11, 2018 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Retirement Community Event |
November 18, 2017 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
August 12, 2017 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Anniversary Party |
July 22, 2017 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Cocktail Party |
March 18, 2017 • 8:00pm - 9:30pm | Prom/After Prom |
February 25, 2017 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Fundraiser |
December 03, 2016 • 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Birthday (Adult) |
October 29, 2016 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
October 28, 2016 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
October 22, 2016 • 12:30pm - 3:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
October 01, 2016 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Dinner Party |
September 17, 2016 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Festival |
September 03, 2016 • 8:30pm - 8:45pm | Wedding Reception |
August 06, 2016 • 12:30pm - 3:30pm | Bridal Shower |
October 07, 2015 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Corporate Event |
July 25, 2015 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Dinner Dance |
May 03, 2015 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Luncheon/Tea |
March 17, 2015 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Corporate Event |
ITALIAN
That’s Amore
O Solo Mio
Volare
Arrividerci Roma
Santa Lucia
Return to Sorrento
Ciao, Ciao Bambino
La Donna E Mobile
Godfather Theme
Quando Quando
Ciribiribin
3 Coins in a Fountain
Neapolitan Nights
La Dolce Vita
Come Prima
Al Di La
O Marie
and more...
FRENCH
La Vie En Rose
Mademoiselle de Paris
Milord
Le Gamin de Paris
La Seine
La Marseillaise
Domino
Comme Ci,Comme Ca
C’est Ci Bon
Can Can
Under Paris Skies
Poor People of Paris
Pigalle
Padam, Padam
and more...
GERMAN
Bierwaltzer
Freut euch des Lebens
Eine Prosit
Eine Seefart
O Suzanna
Schwarzbraun.
Du DuLiegst
Ach duLieberAugustin
Hofbrau House
Trink Trink
Lily Marlene
and more...
POLKAS
Beer Barrel
Tinker’s
Lichtensteiner
Pennsylvania
Muss I Denn
Helena
Busytime
Suzy’s
Too Fat
One More Stein
Just Another
Cuckoo Clock
Chicken Dance
Laughing
and more...
SPANISH MEXICAN,TANGOS
A Media Luz
La Paloma
La Cucaracha
Ceilito Lindo
Chiapanecas
Spanish Eyes
Lady of Spain
Toreador Song
La Raspa (Hat Dance)
La Violetera
Estudiantina
Ojos Encantados
and more...
TANGOS
Jalousie
Hernando’s Hideaway
El Choclo
La Cumparsita
and more...
RUSSIAN
Otchi Tchornyia
Moscow Nights
Don’t Reproach Me
Hungarian Dance
Oh Console Me
Bublitchki
White Acacia
and more...
JEWISH
HavaNagila
Fiddler on the Roof
Be Mir Bistu Shein
Yossel Yossel
Sunrise, Sunset
If I were a Rich Man
du Bist Gekummin Tzu Shpait
Simon Tov u Mazel Tov
Papirossen
Tsena
and more...
GREEK
Misirlou
To Rinaki
Beyond the Plain
Irene
I Went to Agrafa
Zorba the Greek
Never on Sunday
Those Were the Days
and more...
SPECIALITY/POP
Auld Lang Syne
Happy Birthday
Anniversary Waltz
Bach Minuet
Star Spangled Banner
Yankee Doodle
Wedding March Here comes the Bride
San Francisco
California Here I Come
Cabaret
Left my heart SF
Never on Sunday
3rd Man Theme
Lara’s Theme Dr. Zhivago
Begin the Beguine
and more...
CHRISTMAS repertoire
St Patrick’s Day
Bastille Day
and more...
Kim A. said “Michael was wonderful at our Oktoberfest party! He was dressed to the nines in his German Attire and was friendly and personable with my residents!”
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