I have been playing the piano for the past 28 years and have been performing professionally since 2005. My most notable performances have been playing for Chad Price (2023 NYE Countdown on CBC), Ottawa Bluesfest as one of the opening acts for Snoop Dog and Wu-Tang Clan, and Martina Ortiz-Luis at El Mocambo.
I also play regularly for event companies such as Parkside Drive, Main Event Music, Solepower, St. Royals. I'm using GigSalad as a means to create my own bookings.
I am equipped with a Digital Piano (Roland FP30X), workstation (Korg Kronos), mixer and small PA system in the event that the venue does not have a piano or other necessary equipment.
What a pleasure it was having Dean in our home to serenade my husband and I on our 10 year anniversary! He was punctual, friendly and accommodating and played BEAUTIFULLY! We couldn't have imagined it any better and would definitely recommend him for any event! Thank you Dean!!
Response from Dean Aivaliotis:
Thank you for having me play, Janice. And happy anniversary!
Dean was so professional and talented when he played at our wedding ceremony in Kingston On. Sooo many guests came over to us to ask who he was and to tell us how much they enjoyed his music. I totally recommend Dean to play at any of your events!! He made our big day magical. He happily played all the songs we requested, he arrived on time, prepared all the music in advance, and made our ceremony unique to us by playing songs that mean the world to us. Thanks so much Dean!!
Response from Dean Aivaliotis:
Thank you for having me be part of your special day, Alexis! I'm happy to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the music.
Congratulations!
My wife and I are so glad we went with Dean for our ceremony music. He played our chosen songs flawlessly. He was very easy to communicate with leading up to the event, and he was very friendly for the short time we got to meet him. I would recommend him to anyone. Thanks Dean!
We had Dean play for my baby shower. He was very communicative through the process, very professional and he did a wonderful job with the music. Everyone raved about how great he was! Would highly recommend for any event.
Response from Dean Aivaliotis:
Thank you, Petra!
Dean played for us at my friends bridal shower and my family home. He was incredible- felt like we were truly at Fortnum and Mason in London, UK! Absolutely fabulous job and so professional! Cannot wait to have him back at my next event !!
Response from Dean Aivaliotis:
Thank you, Megan!
Dean, was amazing, he entertained us for hours. He is very talented.
Price Range: $225 and up
Gig Length: 10 - 300 minutes
Languages: English
Unions: AFM
I specialize in creating solo piano arrangements of popular music. The reaction I often get from audience members is "I've never heard (Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Drake, Coolio, etc.) on piano like that before!"
My sound as a solo pianist is best suited for: cocktail parties, wedding ceremonies, dinner parties, high tea, lobby/lounge events.
Dean is one of the busiest and most sought after accompanists/keyboard players in Toronto. He has worked with artists in a variety of genres (Chad Price, Martina Ortiz-Luis, Del Hartley, Matt Zaddy) and has proven to be reliable in helping their projects come to life. He has performed on high profile stages such as the CBC New Year's Eve countdown for 2023, Massey Hall, El Mocambo and Ottawa Bluesfest.
When he's not playing with original artists, he is frequently playing at many private functions both as a solo performer as well as part of a band. He is a frequent member of well known entertainment companies in the GTA such as Parkside Drive, Solepower, Main Event Music/Magen Boys.
This can all be worked out per gig as the needs of the band/venue differ. For solo piano performances I can provide my own digital piano and speaker (Roland FP30X, QSC K10). .
| April 20, 2024 • 11:00am - 1:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| September 28, 2023 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Personal Occasion |
| September 15, 2023 • 2:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| May 12, 2023 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| January 28, 2023 • 1:30pm - 5:00pm | Baby Shower |
| October 30, 2022 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Bridal Shower |
| October 15, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Cocktail Party |
| December 07, 2021 • 11:30am - 2:30pm | Corporate Event |
| May 30, 2016 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
I share a google doc of my set list here:
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Requests that are not on that list are welcome and can be discussed per booking.
Can be confirmed per gig
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