Duke plays piano and keyboard for wedding ceremonies, receptions, birthdays, anniversaries, and special events. He can play dance music if needed with his band or 'one man band' set up. The Duke Ladd Band is well known for jazz, dance, and popular music. It usually consists of keyboard, drums, 1 or 2 horns and a female vocalist. With many years of experience, Duke can provide nice listening music or exciting entertainment as needed.
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Price Range: $250-$2000
Gig Length: 60 - 270 minutes
Languages: English
Wide variety of music, good piano/keyboard playing, spirited performances.
Duke Ladd is a trained professional pianist with an unlimited range of musical possibilities. He has performed with jazz bands, rock and country bands, classical trios and as a soloist. His clients always return because of his experience and ability at knowing what to play when puts them at ease in any situation be it wedding ceremony, reception, birthday party or gala of any size. Whether it's 'sweet and reflective' or 'get down and party,' this musical master can create the mood. Professionalism is always at the top when Duke is involved.
Performing space varies with service. Standard 120 v electricity usually needed.
As a solo pianist, I play classical music, Broadway, Beatles, Elton John, and jazz standards. My band plays everything from big band hits to fifties, to James Brown and Styx.
Big influence was playing with Roy Clark, country music entertainer of the year at the time in front of 20,000. Also influenced by Sinatra, Jerry Lee Lewis, George Shearing, Richard Carpenter, Elton John etc...
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