Ted Oliver Dueling Pianos
- Waukesha, WI
- Dueling Pianos
- 3 Verified Bookings
Matt M. said “When we were looking for wedding entertainment, we wanted to embrace a unique style but also engage our guests above and beyond a traditional DJ. Ted…”
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🎹 Live piano music to enhance your wedding, party, or special event. Also funerals and memorial services.
🎹 Limited availability for Sunday services with advance notice.
🎹 Over 270k followers on TikTok as ellenmpianist!
I play a wide variety of popular music including Beatles, Queen, Simon & Garfunkel, Disney classics, video game music, anime, current popular songs, patriotic, show tunes, and much more! And I’m always open to taking requests in advance, one month lead time appreciated.
Travel distance is also negotiable, so don’t hesitate to ask. Northern Michigan is a possibility in the summer—one of my favorite places to get away. 😃🎹😎
Ellen, we loved your music last night. It was perfect for our event. You are quite accomplished in your trade. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise with us.
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Thank you, Barbara! The hosts and attendees were all so gracious—they made it a very enjoyable time.😊🎶🎹
Ellen performed for my wife’s memorial service. She responded with short notice and was able to accommodate my song requests. Communication was easy and thorough. She played beautifully and helped to make it a memorable tribute. Highly recommend.
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Thanks, Nate. It was a pleasure to meet you and an honor to play for your wife’s memorial service.
I booked Ellen for our senior community "Supper Club" night, and everything went great! The residents loved her music and I found working with Ellen to be a very good experience. She kept communication with me and was accommodating to all of my requests.
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Thank you, Caitlin! I thoroughly enjoyed my time playing for your residents, and especially the impromptu soloist who joined in for the last two songs!
I couldn't recommend Ellen more as a talented Pianist and a wonderful addition to your Wedding day! She made our Milwaukee Wedding Ceremony so special. Ellen plays so beautifully, was very responsive / communicative throughout the planning process, and no song was off limits (eg. "Take On Me" A-ha). Ellen was flexible and accommodating when I asked for a last minute Bridal Song change, which was so appreciated. 10/10 would recommend for anyone seeking a talented Pianist to enhance their Wedding or event. I look forward to continue watching her play on Instagram! THANK YOU, Ellen!
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Thank you so much, Amy, for such a wonderful review! I appreciate you taking the time to do that. Big blessings to you & Garrett 💕🙏🏻 and I’ll see you on IG!
We hired Ellen for our wedding and she was did such a great job making our ceremony so special. She was able to play every song we requested and was very professional and quick to respond. We highly recommend hiring her for your wedding!
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Thx, Jessica! I was happy to be a part of your wedding and have the opportunity to play in such a ✨beautiful venue✨! All the best to you 💕
Ellen was wonderfully pleasant to work with. She gladly stepped up to the occasion just one week before our wedding when our original pianist could not perform for us. She is friendly, attentive, and beautifully skilled on the piano and keyboard. You won't regret deciding to book her for your next event!
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Thanks for the great review, Bryant! I thoroughly enjoyed being a part of your big day. Everything (including the weather) was lovely. God’s blessings to you both. 💖💕
Ellen is extremely talented. She was accommodating and attentive. She provided us with feedback as we looked to her for suggestions and ideas for our musical needs. We would definitely recommend her for your event.
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Brooke, thank you for the 5 ⭐️ review! You were also great to work with and I thoroughly enjoyed playing for your ceremony as well as being introduced to some beautiful, new songs! Blessings on your marriage. 🎉🥂
Ellen was amazing, she played background music while residents and families had dinner. Ellen also was very uplifting with her music choices. I would book her again.
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Thx, Dailend! It was a pleasure to play at your beautiful facility and I enjoyed meeting some of the residents!
Ellen played at a post-funeral celebration of life and was absolutely perfect. She had a great variety of music, was easy to coordinate with, and my goodness barely took any breaks!! I would highly recommend for any occasion where you are looking for beautiful piano music.
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Thank you, Liz! This was a very special event; I could feel the love of family & friends in the room and I was happy to be a small part of it. 💓
Ellen was professional, kind and an excellent musician. Thank you!
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Thanks, Ellen! I very much enjoyed working with you and your family!
Was trying to make an AV system work for my wedding and it was creating more stress than it was worth. I contacted Ellen about a month beforehand and gave her some songs and then switched up some songs and she KILLED IT! No complaints, she was gracious, easy to work with, flexible, and affordable, I could not have asked for a better pianist for our big day!
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Thx, Sami! It was such a pleasure to work with you & Alex and to be a part of your big day. Blessings on your marriage! 💗🎉
Ellen provided music for our wedding reception. She was so easy to work with, and provided the perfect playlist. The music provided a pleasant background for conversation. Best part was watching the little ones dance to the music!
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Thx, Susan! I also enjoyed watching the little dancers. 😄🎉
Ellen played piano for our wedding ceremony, which was great! She was flexible with the music and offered lots of options for different sections of the ceremony. She was able to go with the flow and played beautiful music. With how hectic weddings and rehearsals can be, it was comforting knowing we had a pianist who was ready to play with a good game plan. I highly recommend her for any event!
Ellen was our schools Solo and Ensemble Accompanist for 2019. She had to learn over a dozen songs to play. She was great working with the high school students and was able to follow them very well. She was almost always available for rehearsals during the day.
Ellen is amazing and we LOVED her song choices. She had the dinner crowd engaged and singing along while she played her piano! Great energy!
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Thanks for the review—I appreciate the feedback! I had a blast playing for the Chamber’s banquet. What a great crowd!
Ellen has done work for me as a solo artists thru my agency and as a member of my band. She does a great job and has a professional attitude. You won't be dissapointed if you hire her for your event. She is a lifelong musician and loves her craft.
Response from Ellen Martinson, Pianist:
Thx, John. I appreciate your kind words.
Price Range: $200 and up
Gig Length: 60 - 180 minutes
Languages: English
Ellen is an accomplished pianist with a lifelong passion for music. Her musical journey began at the tender age of 6, when she began classical piano lessons.
Originally hailing from McKeesport, Pennsylvania, Ellen's musical talents slowly blossomed as her first public playing was at a small country church in Michigan, serving as church organist and later music coordinator. Her husband’s career led her to Wisconsin, where her musical opportunities expanded by serving at churches across many different denominations.
In 2020, Ellen embarked on a new chapter in her musical career by diving into the world of social media. Starting her TikTok account, she quickly captured the hearts of music enthusiasts worldwide with her video game and anime music covers. With nearly 270,000 followers and counting, Ellen's TikTok presence has become a beacon of joy and inspiration for people of all ages.
Whether she's playing at weddings, funerals, special events, or captivating audiences on social media, Ellen continues to entertain and uplift others with her passionate piano performances. She touches the hearts of people of all ages & nationalities, and brings them together through the universal language of music.
Ellen is available to play as a soloist, accompanist, or with her newly formed piano quartet, “Strings & Things” (violin, viola, cello, piano).
December 29, 2024 • 10:30am - 11:30am | Church service |
December 30, 2024 • 2:00pm - 6:00pm | Gig featuring Ellen & Viktor |
February 14, 2025 • 4:00pm - 9:00pm | Valentine Dinner |
December 19, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Fundraiser: Aly Wolff Foundation |
December 16, 2024 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Choir concert |
December 10, 2024 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Christmas songs & singalong |
November 30, 2024 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Lunchtime Concert |
November 27, 2024 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Birthday Party |
November 24, 2024 • 10:30am - 11:30am | Church aervice |
September 20, 2024–September 22, 2024 • All-day event | Kairos retreat |
September 14, 2024 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
July 27, 2024 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
May 12, 2024 • 10:00am - 2:00pm | Brunch Piano Music |
May 04, 2024 • All-day event | State Solo/Ensemble Marion SD |
April 12, 2024 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Fundraiser |
April 11, 2024 • 4:30pm - 8:00pm | Piano Quartet at Chamber Banquet |
February 27, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Ensemble at Evergreen |
February 24, 2024 • All-day event | Marion SD Solo/Ensemble |
February 10, 2024 • 10:00am - 1:00pm | New London Art Show |
February 05, 2024 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
December 20, 2023 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Xmas Music & Singalong |
December 18, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Christmas Program |
December 13, 2023 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 12, 2023 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Xmas Music & Singalong |
December 06, 2023 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Playing with ensemble |
December 02, 2023 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Christmas Tunes at Rio Lobo |
December 02, 2023 • 10:00am - 12:00pm | Christmas Fundraiser/Salvation Army |
November 25, 2023 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Dinner Music (private) |
November 11, 2023 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
November 09, 2023 • 9:00am - 11:00am | Veterans Day Program-Marion, Wisconsin |
October 25, 2023 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Dinner Party |
October 24, 2023 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Mary Kay Fundraiser (cancer foundation) |
October 24, 2023 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 23, 2023 • 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Wedding |
September 03, 2023 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 20, 2022 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
July 23, 2022 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 11, 2022 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
March 07, 2022 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 17, 2021 • 12:00pm - 2:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 13, 2021 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 11, 2021 • 3:00pm - 3:45pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 20, 2021 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 19, 2021 • 3:30pm - 4:00pm | Rehearsal Dinner |
August 07, 2021 • 3:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Reception |
February 01, 2020 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
October 24, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Art Show |
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Nicole S. said “We got lots and lots of compliments at the event last might. Professional and very talented. I highly recommend!”