California Dueling Pianos
- Los Angeles, CA
- Dueling Pianos
- 2 Verified Bookings
Steve B. said “Wow what a show!! Michael was wonderful to work with and my group had a blast. I have heard many different dueling piano groups and this was by far the…”
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The Tribute to Billy Joel show, starring David James, is a night of hit songs, energetic performances, fierce piano playing and crazy rock n' roll! David, through his performance, captures Billy Joel through song and dazzling piano playing with features like “Root Beer Rag” and “Angry Young Man.”
“Honestly.....It’s Still Rock and Roll To Me!”
David was very responsible and responsive. He showed up on time, set up and played as discussed with little supervision which is always appreciated. He sounded great, looked professional and the group loved him.
David's talent is truly above and beyond. I have seen him perform several times now. He always draws a huge crowd. I'm not sure why he's not on the radio as of yet to be quite honest. The amount of work and energy he puts into his performances is phenominal. I know with David I will always be truly entertained. He leaves his audience wanting more!
If you are looking for exceptional and professional talent, David James is a must. I would hire him in the future for any event due to his wide range of so many different genres...imcredible!!!
Response from David James - Piano/Singing Entertainment:
Hi Lisa, thank you so much for the review. It was a pleasure performing your Christmas party, a very fun crowd. I'm glad everything went well!! Hope to work with you again in the near future. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
David
Price Range: $400 and up
Gig Length: 50 - 90 minutes
Languages: English
Whatever occasion you decide to book David for, he will adapt to provide you the most top notch high end performance / entertainment in town. Whether his Tribute to Billy Joel, a night of hit songs, his Jazz Trio swingin' tunes to the legendary Crooners of our time like Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole, Michael Buble' and Harry Connick Jr., or taking requests all night from the 50's on down to the 80's 90's and present day in a solo or dueling pianos setting, whatever the occasion may be, David is the guy to call.
What sets him apart from so many others is his wide range of musical styles that stay true to the original artist. When you hear a Sinatra song, it will remind you of Old Blue Eye's sound. The same goes for so many other artists from Neil Diamond, Elvis, Billy Joel, Elton John, even rocker's like ACDC, Bon Jovi, and current artists including Adele, Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars.
From Dueling Piano’s in Las Vegas, Symphony Orchestras & Cruise Ships around the world, David has been captivating audiences with his talent as a pianist, singer and entertainer of a large variety of musical styles including his own tribute to the "Piano Man," Billy Joel.
His Tribute to Billy Joel is a night of hit songs, dazzling piano playing and classic Rock n’ Roll.
A must see show!!
David James Guidice’s Tribute to Billy Joel
Back Line Requirements and Technical Rider
BILLY JOEL / Piano Player / Singer:
1) One acoustic Piano or Piano Shell with Keyboard and 1 Drummers Throne
• Acoustic piano should be Yamaha, Baldwin or Steinway (Yamaha preferred) • If digital piano and shells, pianos should be Yamaha CP-300 or P-250.
2.) One wireless microphone - (wireless mic should be Shure Beta 58 or better.)
3.) One Tripod (Boom) Mic stand with wireless clip
• Mic boom stand needs to have long enough extension to place mic clip
4.) Two wedge monitors
THE BAND:
GUITAR PLAYER
1) One Vocal Mic and One Tripod (Boom) Mic stand
2) Guitar Amp - (Newer model Fender Twin with overdrive channel) Preferred 3) Two Mics for Guitar Amp
4) One Wedge Monitor
BASS PLAYER
1) One Vocal Mic and One Tripod (Boom) Mic stand
2) One LARGE BASS AMP (Gallien Krueger 800 or better) Preferred 3) One Wedge Monitor
SAX / KEYBOARD PLAYER
1) One *Wireless* Vocal Mic and One Tripod (Boom) Mic stand
2) Two 76-note synth keyboards with midi-outs prefer Korg T3-EX, Korg Triton (not Triton LE models)
or any newer Korg or Roland professional synthesizers and keyboard 3) Stand to hold 2 keyboards (height adjustable)
4) One Wedge Monitor
DRUMMER (Tama or Better)
1) One Vocal Mic and One Tripod (Boom) Mic stad
2) One Wedge Monitor
3) Two Overhead Mics
4) DRUM MICS: Bass Drum, Snare, Tom1, Tom 2, Tom 3, Floor Tom, Hi-Hat
P.A. REQUIREMENTS
PA System should be pro set up including sub woofers and enough power and speaker coverage to cover entire room or venue. Pro sound tech with experience amplifying acoustic pianos in a rock and roll concert setting required. CALL to DISCUSS P.A. REQUIREMENTS IN MORE DETAIL IF NEEDED.
Angry Young Man / Movin' Out
Allentown
Say Goodbye to Hollywood / NY State of Mind
Just The Way You Are / Always a Woman
My Life
It's Still Rock n' Roll to Me
Uptown Girl
The Longest Time
Rootbeer Rag
Leave a Tender Moment Alone
Summer Highland Falls
Innocent Man
Scenes From an Italian Restaurant
We Didn't Start The Fire
River of Dreams
Miami 2017
Big Shot
Piano Man
Only The Good Die Young
(Set List Can Be Adjusted Accordingly)
Backline, Acoustic Piano or Piano Shell (can be provided as well)
Steve B. said “Wow what a show!! Michael was wonderful to work with and my group had a blast. I have heard many different dueling piano groups and this was by far the…”
Cari R. said “Sarah has a great voice and is so talented. She was easy to work with and communicated well. We hired her for dinner music for a gala for 700 people and…”
Reneze L. said “Scott was a hit at our party! He was on time, very flexible, and super talented. We cannot recommend him enough 🙌🏼”
Craig L. said “Performed exactly as we asked. Very professional. Also, reminded us on the timeline. We will definitely refer and or book again for future events.”