I am a classically trained pianist and graduate of Berklee College of Music with a degree in Professional Music. I am available as a pianist and/or vocalist for live performance and studio sessions in a variety of genres, including classical, jazz, contemporary, pop, rock, r&b, oldies, and more. For live performance, I am available as a solo musician (piano, or piano/vox).
I love what I do and I believe that it shows! I hope to be selected to be a part of your event or project.
Katelyn did a wonderful job bringing Christmas cheer to our holiday party with a medley of Christmas songs! She was prompt and professional and an excellent pianist! Would definitely hire her again!
Response from Katelyn Benton:
Thanks Juliana! I had a great time playing for all of you!
Katelyn was great and we are very happy she was part of the event. She is classy and professional and I would recommend her highly.
Response from Katelyn Benton:
Thanks Melody! It was a pleasure playing for your event!
Katelyn 's piano playing and singing were both wonderful. She was a pleasure to deal with and consistently professional. She was very flexible about her playlist and made the evening pure pleasure.
First of all, Katelyn showed up on time and was a crowd pleaser! This woman has talent!
Her repertoire included classical, such as, Chopin; jazz, Hogey Carmichael (As time goes by); popular music Leonard Cohen (Hallelujah) and variations of all three.
I would hire her again!
Dick Andersen
Response from Katelyn Benton:
Thanks Dick! I had a great time playing your party!
She played beautifully and her complex compositions of classics was nothing short of Awesome!
Katelyn is a talented musician! And -- she is a professional -- great communication, willing to be a little flexible and dependable. Couldn't have asked for anything more. Thank you, Katelyn!
Response from Katelyn Benton:
Thanks Linda! It was a pleasure playing for you!
Katelyn made our wedding ceremony and cocktail reception absolutely exquisite, and was a dream to work with from the onset.
Sever musician friends noted her incredible talent and good taste, and she went above and beyond in her preparation for our event.
Thank you for being so wonderful and contributing so enormously to our wedding day Katelyn!!
Response from Katelyn Benton:
Thanks David!! I had a great time preparing and playing for you!
Katelyn definitely deserves 5 out of 5 stars! Not only does she play the piano beautifully, but she is flexible, reliable, and truly kind! She made our wedding that much more special by bringing live music to our celebration, and she was a big hit with all of our guests. She performed my processional song, our cocktail hour music, and accompanied my dad and a friend for a dedication song, all executed as I envisioned! I highly recommend Katelyn for any event!
Response from Katelyn Benton:
Thanks Kelly! I had a great time playing for you and your guests!
We wanted lively pop tunes played to entertain our guests (over 100) during catered brunch at our home. That's what we got and more. Katelyn is awesome on the piano. We hope to work with her in the future.
Thank you for the beautiful music for our party last night. We enjoyed everything she performed from Classical, Christmas carol, Birthday music, etc. We will definitely contact her again for the next event in the future. Fabulous musician!!!
Katelyn performed at a holiday party for us. She arrived promptly on time, quickly set up and performed wonderfully for our four hour event with only a few very short breaks. I liked that her style was very much "background" music and was not overpowering. Just what we wanted!
Response from Katelyn Benton:
Thanks Bret! I enjoyed playing for you and your guests!
Katelyn was a wonderful! Professional in every way. I would highly recommend her and will absolutely be hiring her for future events.
Thanks Katelyn!
Response from Katelyn Benton:
Thanks Lucy! Looking forward to playing for you again!
Photos from this event
I am so happy that Katelyn was able to play for my sister's birthday party! She played every single song we requested and added so much to our event. Everyone at the party enjoyed the music so much, and my sister was absolutely delighted. We have to have another party soon just to hear Katelyn play again! Thanks!
Response from Katelyn Benton:
Thank you so much!! It was my pleasure, and I'd love to come play again!
I found Katelyn here on Gigsalad and was won over by her fantastic videos and music. (She's not bad looking either:) I hired her for my wedding and everyone is still raving. She played and sang "I Can't Help Falling in Love with You" during our ceremony and it was so beautiful and touching. Then during cocktail hour, she played and sang classic love songs and jazz standards. She set just the right mood and sang without overpowering the mingling of the guests. All along the way she was very professional, very good with communication and had very fair prices for her services. Hire Katelyn and you will be very glad you did!!! Can't recommend her highly enough!
Response from Katelyn Benton:
Thank you Sarah!! I loved playing for you and your guests. ❤️
I am so glad that this site exists! I absolutely loved working with Katelyn. She is super talented and extremely professional. She was very dedicated to learn my original songs before the event, and on short notice, too. Thanks, Katelyn!
Response from Katelyn Benton:
Thanks Paul!!
KATELYN BENTON, you were absolutely wonderful to work with from start to finish!!! Professional, punctual, responds to messages quickly, easy to work with and played every song I requested on my play list. From classical, New Orleans Jazz, to ADELE's hits, broadway songs…you name it, she's got it covered! Katelyn, once again, thank you so much for helping make my 49th post birthday celebration soooo memorable! You were AMAZING and will recommend you to anyone who is looking for a pianist/vocalist. I have not heard you sing LIVE, but I'm sure you are awesome! Please keep me posted of any special events that you will be performing at. I am definitely a FAN now! All of our guests LOVED your piano playing and it was absolutely the perfect type of entertainment during dinner time! You are truly a GIFTED, TALENTED ARTIST and MUSICIAN!!!
Response from Katelyn Benton:
Thanks Joyce! It was my pleasure!!
Katelyn showed up on time, and the party was underway. She bee-lined for the piano and started playing Christmas, holiday and appropriate classics. We could carry on conversation in the room, so volume was perfect. She took a few requests and caroling was attempted. Professional, well versed and pleasant pianist.
Response from Katelyn Benton:
Thanks Keith! I had a great time too!! :)
Katelyn is an amazing piano player! She was prepared, professional, and on time. I cannot wait to work with her again! :)
This was a lovely baby shower, an English afternoon tea, without games, and including our partners, husbands, and some children. Katelyn chose the music and played the piano for us, creating a beautiful welcome as guests arrived. She continued until the gifts were given and opened, playing a variety of classical and popular tunes, her own work and always at the right level of sound. Guests could talk or sit and listen, and everyone enjoyed it.
We hired Katelyn to demonstrate our AudioBox iTwo interface for NAMM. Her presentation was professional and exactly what we wanted to highlight our new product. Her performance drew in a very nice crowd and her explanation of our product was succinct and expertly done.
Price Range: $500-$2000+
Gig Length: 30 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
Unions: SAG-AFTRA
I am available as a pianist and/or vocalist in a variety of styles, including Classical, Jazz, R&B, Contemporary, Show tunes and more. I am a lively performer, but can also blend into the background. My music is perfect for classing up parties, receptions, weddings, corporate events, restaurants/bars/lounges, and more!
Filmmakers: I do have on screen experience. Please contact me for more information.
Granddaughter to professional concert pianist, Katelyn Benton was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and took to the piano immediately. Sparked by her Grandmother’s influence, but fueled by her own love of music, Benton began lessons after tirelessly pleading to her mother. Following a move to Colorado, Benton continued to study classical piano throughout elementary, middle and high school, picking up an interest in performing and writing contemporary music along the way. At 13, Benton began teaching and performing professionally, becoming the youngest resident pianist at Nordstrom's during their holiday season, and soon after her mother signed an affidavit that allowed Benton to perform as a musician and attend live music performances in Colorado’s 21+ bars and venues. As a freshman in High School, Benton recorded a full length album (Sycamore Street, 2001), and toured the front range with her band, playing in many of Denver’s acclaimed venues and opening for mainstream touring pop acts, and at age 17 was invited to play at The Bitter End in New York City. Benton received a scholarship to Berklee College of Music, where she graduated early with a BA in Professional Music. While in school, Benton formed a band and played in and around Boston and surrounding cities. In 2008 Benton moved to Los Angeles and began playing keyboards and vocals in local pop/rock act Nina Storey, while recording and releasing an EP (Once, 2009). In 2010 Benton began working with Scott Nickoley and Ryan Franks of Pendulum Music (Hell and Back, South Park), as a songwriter and session pianist and vocalist, while producing her own solo tracks which can be found on Spotify. In January 2016 Benton was featured on the premier of Fox’s SuperHuman for her musical ear, and ability to hear music by only watching a pianist’s hands (and not hearing a note). Benton continues to study classical music, works as a studio and live musician and as a professional composer and songwriter, and is endorsed by Kawai Pianos.
(For Venues With Pianos)
Solo - Piano Only: Nothing more is required!
Solo - With Vocals: For venues with a PA, I will only need a microphone and a boom with an arm. For venues without a PA, I will need outlet accessible to plug in a small amp for the microphone.
(Only Applicable for Venues Without Pianos)
I can provide my own keyboard if a piano is not available at the venue. If it's a small venue, I can also provide my own sound (1 small amp). I can also talk directly to your sound engineer or DJ plug into any existing sound system that is setup. I will need to add additional time for setup and breakdown, and need access to a loading spot as close to the venue door as possible.
If there is not a stage or a piano, I will need a space at least 6ft x 6ft to set up my own keyboard and sound.
| December 14, 2018 • 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Christmas Party |
| December 08, 2018 • 6:00pm - 9:30pm | Corporate Event |
| June 19, 2018 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| March 10, 2018 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| December 02, 2017 • 7:00am - 10:30am | Retirement Party |
| November 30, 2017 • 5:30pm - 9:00pm | Christmas Party |
| September 21, 2017 • 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
| June 03, 2017 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| April 15, 2017 • 4:00pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| April 08, 2017 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
| April 01, 2017 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| February 12, 2017 • 9:30am - 11:30am | House Party |
| December 17, 2016 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
| December 10, 2016 • 2:00pm - 6:00pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
| November 12, 2016 • 2:30pm - 5:30pm | Dinner Party |
| September 28, 2016 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Fundraiser |
| July 23, 2016 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| June 25, 2016 • 5:00pm - 7:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
| June 09, 2016 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | House Party |
| May 29, 2016 | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
| April 29, 2016 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm | Corporate Event |
| April 12, 2016 • 10:00pm - 10:30pm | Nightclub Event |
| February 27, 2016 | Birthday (Adult) |
| December 12, 2015 | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
| December 05, 2015 | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
| November 07, 2015 | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
| October 04, 2015 | Cocktail Party |
| June 20, 2015 | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
| May 23, 2015 | Studio Session |
Selections include:
CLASSICAL:
Selections from Debussy, Beethoven, Mozart, Clementi, Chopin, Bach, Grieg, Schumann, and more
CONTEMPORARY:
Always a Woman (Billy Joel)
Hallelujah (Leonard Cohen)
You Don't Know Me (Sam Cook)
Desperado (Eagles)
All of Me (John Legend)
Hey Jude (The Beatles)
Take Me to Church (Hozier)
When I Fall in Love (Nat King Cole)
Autumn Leaves
And many more...
POP
Shake it Off
Want to Want Me
Hey Ya
Love Me Again
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
Dog Days are Over
Born This Way
One Last Time
All Night
Many more....
R&B
You Are the Sunshine of my Life
Lately
I'll Make Love to You
Back at One
I Will Always Love You
Ribbon in the Sky
All of Me
Endless Love
Isn't She Lovely
NOSTALGIC:
My Funny Valentine
Smile
Heart and Soul
Dream a Little Dream
Unforgettable
Danke Schoen
Crazy
Sentimental Journey
Blue Moon
L.O.V.E.
It Had to be You
And more...
PLEASE NOTE: This is a small sample of my repertoire and I will happily honor your requests!
Harry Connick Jr, Ben Folds, Fiona Apple, Jim Brickman, Sara Bareilles, Debussy, Chopin, Carol King, Roberta Flack, Ink Spots, Mamas and the Papas, Billy Joel, etc.,
Piano OR an area to setup a keyboard with access to electricity.
For gigs including vocals, I will need 1 microphone and a boom with an arm. I can provide this, but it must be specified at the time of booking.
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52 Verified Bookings Lauren V. said “Red was more than a pianist he was an entertainer”
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7 Verified Bookings Bradly P. said “JD was amazing. His communication is great, he's on time and is a great entertainer. We will have him back for our next event.”
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8 Verified Bookings Donna R. said “Paulina was fantastic, & is so great at what she does! So lovely. Highly recommend.”
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