A graduate from Cleveland State University with a Bachelor's of Music in Piano Performance, Charles Fernandes is a versatile pianist offering live piano music specifically tailored to needs of your event. (Weddings, Birthday parties, corporate events, banquets, etc). Charles performs a variety of styles, ranging from Classical and Jazz to Pop and standard lounge classics, sure to suit the taste of all audiences!
Charles played at my mom’s funeral. She had a variety of music that she loved and Charles was more than willing to rise to the task of playing songs that we requested. He was prompt and easy to work with. It was very apparent that he is extremely talented, the music was beautiful. I would highly recommend him.
Charles was very easy to communicate with. He showed up on time and took our event to the next level. Would definitely recommend him and can not wait to work with him in the future.
Charles showed up on time and was willing to work with our schedule. Our event was running behind and he was gracious to go with the flow. We thoroughly enjoyed the music and it was wonderful background music for our event. I would highly recommend him for an event.
Response from Charles Fernandes:
Katrina,
Thank you so much! I had a pleasure playing for this event. Wishing you a happy holiday season!
Professional, kind, easy to work with and an extremely talented pianist. He kept the music flowing and our group enjoyed the evening immensely. Thank you, Charles!
Response from Charles Fernandes:
Thank you so much Kathy! It was a pleasure to play for you all, thank you for having me!
Charles was outstanding, he performed all the songs that were requested. Pure Excellence Mr. Charles!! Would definitely book him again.
I couldn't have asked for better. Charles was a an absolute pro.
Response from Charles Fernandes:
Thank you, Jake!
It was an absolute pleasure!
Charles was excellent! He is very talented and made our Bridal Shower perfect! I would definitely hire him again!
Jeannie
Charles was great. Very talented and played nonstop for 4 hours.
Price Range: $45 and up
Gig Length: 30 - 360 minutes
Languages: English
Charles Fernandes grew up in Kuwait where he studied piano from the age of 6. Since 2012, he has pursued study in the United States, attending the Oberlin Conservatory of Music where he studied piano under Mr. Alvin Chow. After 2 years at Oberlin, Charles transferred to Cleveland State University to study with Dr. Angelin Chang, where he completed his Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance in May 2017.
Charles has participated in competitions and music festivals in Kuwait, Bahrain, Poland, Macedonia, Spain, Germany, Canada, Portugal, France and the United States. In 2010 he won the 1st place in his category at the Kuwait Chopin Competition. In August of that year, he won a scholarship to travel to Poland during the 200th Birthday of Chopin to participate in Masterclasses with Janusz Olejniczak. In 2011, he participated in the Young Musicians of the Gulf competition in Bahrain where he won 'Best Pianist of the Gulf under 18'. Charles performed for The Prince of Wales Prince Charles, in a private event in Kuwait that same year. In July of that year, Charles travelled to Valencia, Spain, to participate in the Valencia International Performance Academy and Festival, where he studied under Julian Martin and Yong Hi-Moon. In the summer of 2016, Charles was invited to be a member of the Junior Jury panel at the 2016 Cleveland International Piano Competition in Cleveland. In 2017, Charles participated in the World Piano Meeting held in Coimbra, Portugal, performing concerts there as well as in France. Recent music festival experience includes performances at the Tuckamore Festival in Newfoundland, Brevard, Green Mountain, and National Music Festivals. Also a collaborative pianist with diverse experience, he has expanded his accompanying work by taking part in various ensembles, including performing with the Thyagaraja Festival, Cleveland State's Pop and Rock ensembles, the University Chorus and playing keyboard for Dynamite and the Laser Beams, an all Queen cover band.
This Summer, Charles will relocate to Tampa, Florida, to pursue a Masters of Music in Chamber Music at the University of South Florida.
| April 23, 2022 • 12:30pm - 3:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| February 06, 2021 • 8:00pm - 9:30pm | Birthday Party |
| January 09, 2021 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| December 19, 2020 • 2:30pm - 4:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| December 18, 2020 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
| December 10, 2020 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Holiday Party |
| June 13, 2020 • 11:00am - 1:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| February 07, 2020 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | School Assembly |
| December 08, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Christmas Party |
| October 26, 2019 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Birthday Party |
| October 20, 2019 • 8:00am - 9:30am | Worship Service |
| August 24, 2019 • 2:30pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
| April 07, 2019 • 11:00am - 2:00pm | Personal Occasion |
| May 12, 2018 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
| December 16, 2017 • 6:00pm - 11:00pm | Christmas Party |
Billy Joel
Michael Jackson
F. Chopin
Elton John
Cyndi Lauper
The Beatles
Stevie Wonder
Simon & Garfunkel
ABBA
The Police
Aerosmith
Lady Gaga
Frank Sinatra
and lots more... !!!
Own piano is used, however If the venue has a keyboard/piano in working order, It can be used.
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