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Matt Peterson
- Warrenville, IL
- Jazz Pianist
- Travels up to 150 miles
- Contact for rates
Overview
Matt Peterson is a multi award-winning jazz and classical pianist and organist living in the Chicagoland area. He plays at jazz clubs, concert halls, corporate events, weddings, receptions, dinner parties, anniversaries, and other events, working as a solo artist as well as with vocalists and jazz combos.
26 Reviews
Our event was for 75th Anniversary dinner for the church. Matt was excellent! He is a very talented pianist and everyone thoroughly enjoyed his music. It was perfect: the pieces he chose were fitting for the event as well as the volume and the length. He arrived early and ready to go. He brought in his equipment and set up very smoothly. I have had many compliments since Sunday concerning Matt's enhancement of our event. We all would highly recommend him to anyone wanting a musician for their dinner. Also, Pastor would like to thank him very much for playing "Claire de Lune" by Debussy. He loved it. Also, Matt played it twice!
1930s Era Entertainment, 1940s Era Entertainment, 1950s Era Entertainment, Classical Pianist, Jazz Pianist, Keyboard Player, Pianist
Response from Matt Peterson:
Thank you so much Debra!
Matt was a one of the musicians at my daughter's wedding, and he did a decent job.
Organist
Matt played all our requested songs and creating the atmosphere we were hoping for! Thanks for being apart of our special day!
Keyboard Player, Pianist
Response from Matt Peterson:
Thank you Miranda! Congratulations again to you and Chris!
Matt was amazing. His added talent to the ceremony made it that much more special. His communication was excellent.
Keyboard Player
Response from Matt Peterson:
Thank you Ann! It was a pleasure to be a part of this special day.
Matt played at our wedding ceremony. We asked him to cover some of our favorite songs and he was able to do all of them. I'll never forget walking up to the ceremony and hearing Matt playing "first day of my life" by bright eyes. Matt was super organized and quick to reply. We would highly recommend him for any of your events!
Keyboard Player
Response from Matt Peterson:
Thank you Frank! Was a pleasure to be a small part of your and Melissa's big day - best of luck in everything!
Thank you Matt! We were so impressed with your performances for us yesterday. We both cried at the wedding once we heard your playing before we walked down the aisle. Thank you!!!
Classical Pianist
Matt arrived on time and went rite to work. He played a mix of classical rock and holiday music that had our guests singing and dancing all night. His professionalism is second to none and his talent is over the top. This young man will be playing for us again in the near future. In closing. If you don’t hire Matt for your event you and your guests will be missing out on a musical gift.
Jim Sugrue
Pianist
Response from Matt Peterson:
Thank you Jim!
We were thrilled with Matt - perfect for our event. Very talented and great selection of music. Thank you!
Jazz Pianist
Matt was on time, flexible, super great tunes! loved it!
Jazz Band
We were searching for a pianist to play at our 55-year high school class reunion. After inquiring via Gigsalad, we received 10 offers! We selected Matt due to his extensive experiences snd he just seemed a good fit. We were right!! Matt arrived on time and played our requests — a combination of classical and hit tunes from the ‘60s and 70s. We were delighted with Matt and highly recommend him. And… he’s a really nice guy! Working with Gigsalad was also a delight… every step of the way.
Pianist
Response from Matt Peterson:
Hi Paula - thank you for your review! Was great meeting you and everyone else - was a pleasure to play for your class reunion!
Matt is talented and professional!
He played the music for my wedding and everything was perfect! For the hymns, I asked him to perform with a vocalist. Even though they had never performed together before, it went great! I think this is because Matt provides recordings of the requested songs weeks before the event. He can also play songs in any key!
If you want someone who will handle everything perfectly, book Matt!
Pianist
Response from Matt Peterson:
Thank you Elena! It was a pleasure playing for your wedding!
Matt was awesome. On time, needed minimal time to get all set. Very nice gentleman. He played all the pieces I requested and overall. Just really set a great mood for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. He's professional, courteous. Would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great pianist.
Classical Pianist, Pianist
Matt is a very talented musician. He accompanied my daughter's vocal audition perfectly. He is very responsive and timely. Highly recommend!
Pianist
Response from Matt Peterson:
Thank you Maria!
Best decision I could have made to contract with Matt for our daughter’s brunch wedding! From the beginning, he helped me navigate the process and make decisions. His talent is unmatched - nothing he can’t play! When it came to the wedding day, I never had to think once about this aspect because I knew he had everything under control! That is priceless!! 🙌🏻
Pianist
Matt did an amazing job. He played some really fun and newer age songs for our cocktail hour. Everyone was very impressed and delighted to hear such fun songs coming from one person/ instrument.
Keyboard Player, New Age Music, Pianist
Matt was not just good, he was great, he played welcome music for our ceremony and then processional music as my wife came into the church and then exit music as people were leaving! He exceeded all our expectations and was so affordable, I would highly recommend you book him for your wedding, he can play classics to today’s hits, I’m not usually one to leave reviews but Matt’s performance definitely deserves 5 stars, he even offered to continue playing past his time to make sure I was satisfied! Thanks so much Matt!!
Pianist, Wedding Band
Response from Matt Peterson:
Thanks so much JC and congratulations!
Matt played for the piano beautifully as guests entered the venue for my daughters wedding. He continued all through the cocktail hour. At my daughter and son in law’s requests, he played up beat classical music. It was festive and perfect. Thank you for doing such a fabulous job.
~Colleen
Classical Pianist
Response from Matt Peterson:
Thank you so much, Colleen!
Excellent pianist!!
Keyboard Player
Fantastic.
Pianist
Response from Matt Peterson:
Thank you for your feedback Lori.
We went back to the church we were married in to renew our vows for our Golden Anniversary. The church organist was not available but we heard Gigsalad was a good source and found Matt Peterson, and so much easier than all the searching we did for our daughters wedding. We thought the organ and piano were available, but found the organ had a problem, and through it all and other issues, Matt was cool, calm, collected and accommodating. Most of all he is a professional with incredible talent. We did not have a soloist but Matt's piano playing spoke every word. Five stars are not enough for this musical genius. I would hire him in a heartbeat.
Pianist
Matt was absolutely perfect and created the perfect atmosphere for our wedding. He arrived early, played everything we hoped for, and his music is SO BEAUTIFUL! He was also a delight to work with. We couldn't be happier. Thank you Matt!
Pianist
Matt is a very talented pianist as well as extremely professional and prompt. I highly recommend Matt!
Classical Pianist
Matt did a great job at our Holiday Party.
He brought his own keyboard with great sound.The guests enjoyed his choices of music with holiday mixed in.
We would hire Matt again in the future.
Pianist
Matt played all tunes I listed up in advance, and played all 5 or 6 requests of my guests without hesitation and with excellent technique. I enjoyed good conversation with Matt, who has a very nice and friendly personality. My guests are all satisfied with a very pleasant dinner with piano.
1930s Era Entertainment, Jazz Pianist
Matt Peterson gave our kids great performance! All of them are beginners, but they had nice experience listening to the classic music and talking with him. It was joyful and interesting evening for all of us. We are definately invite him next year.
Classical Pianist, Jazz Pianist, Pianist
had Matt for my daughters birthday party along with 3 other performers. my guests loved his music. per my request he played mostly classical, although he did some requests for my guests of pop songs. everyone is still talking about how awesome he was. I am envious of his mastery of the keyboard. would definitely hire him again. prompt and on time and a pleasure to deal with. would highly recommend.
Classical Pianist, Pianist
Booking Info
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 30 - 420 minutes
Languages: English
What to Expect
I strive for the utmost in professionalism, class, and showmanship in my performances. I cater my song selection to the mood and atmosphere of the event and am always willing to take requests from guests.
About
Multi-award-winning pianist Matt Peterson possesses a mastery of classical, jazz, pop, R&b, and soul. From Chopin to Frank Sinatra to Billy Joel to Stevie Wonder, Matt brings a special attention to detail and creative flair to everything he performs. He possesses a unique enthusiasm and professionalism and his encyclopedic repertoire allows him to meet the specific needs of each event and take song requests.
Matt has a Bachelor's Degree in Classical Piano from Wheaton College and a Masters Degree in Jazz Piano from Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music, where he studied under the Artistic Excellence Scholarship. He is the overall winner of the Ben Heppner Concerto Competition with Gershwin's Concerto in F.
At Indiana University, Matt studied with David Baker, Luke Gillespie, Steve Houghton, and others, and played in the Brent Wallarab Jazz Ensemble, the top jazz ensemble at the school. In 2013, he was invited with to perform at the Monterey Jazz Festival.
In addition to extensive classical and jazz performance experience, he has played for musical theater productions and film scores, as well as for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and receptions. Matt has played regularly at venues and restaurants in Seattle, Chicago, and Bloomington, and Los Angeles. In the summer of 2013, he played piano in the All-American Band at Disneyland under Ron McCurdy, where he played with jazz luminaries such as Gordon Goodwin, Gregg Field, Peter Erskine, Willie Murillo, John Clayton, and Wycliffe Gordon.
He currently performs with the Joffrey Ballet Company in Chicago for rehearsals, classes, and shows, where he collaborates with some of the top dancers in the country.
He currently lives in the greater Chicagoland IL area where he is an in-demand performer and educator.
He looks forward greatly to working with you!
Additional Booking Notes
I have my own full 88-key, weighted, Korg Triton LE keyboard and amplifier for gigs that do not have a piano on location.
Upcoming Booked Events
April 12, 2025 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
Past Booked Events
September 15, 2024 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Anniversary Party |
March 10, 2024 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
October 29, 2023 • 5:00pm - 8:30pm | Anniversary Party |
October 06, 2023 • 5:00pm - 10:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 02, 2023 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 19, 2023 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
July 29, 2023 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Wedding Reception |
June 17, 2023 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
May 21, 2023 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Worship Service |
April 01, 2023 • 3:00pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
February 11, 2023 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Holiday Party |
December 17, 2022 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 03, 2022 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 01, 2022 • 10:30am - 1:00pm | Christmas Party |
October 06, 2022 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | House Party |
September 13, 2022 • 11:30am - 1:30pm | Corporate Event |
July 16, 2022 • 6:30pm - 10:00pm | Reunion |
June 18, 2022 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 07, 2022 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm | Corporate Event |
October 16, 2021 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Wedding Reception |
September 18, 2021 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Studio Session |
May 16, 2021 • 10:00am - 3:00pm | Wedding Reception |
December 28, 2019 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
December 22, 2019 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Religious Celebration |
December 06, 2019 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | House Party |
November 07, 2019 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Corporate Event |
September 21, 2019 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Cocktail Party |
February 23, 2019 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Reception |
September 29, 2018 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
December 23, 2017 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Christmas Party |
November 04, 2017 • 8:00pm - 11:30pm | Surprise |
October 21, 2017 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Religious Celebration |
October 14, 2017 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Wedding Reception |
June 20, 2017 • 8:30pm - 9:30pm | Cocktail Party |
December 11, 2016 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Cocktail Party |
October 30, 2016 • 8:30pm - 9:30pm | Festival |
August 24, 2016 • 6:30pm - 9:00pm | Dinner Party |
July 16, 2016 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Anniversary Party |
June 28, 2016 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm | Concert |
September 26, 2015 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
January 31, 2015 • 4:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
December 12, 2014 • 8:00am - 11:00am | Christmas Party |
October 04, 2014 • 2:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
February 28, 2014 • 7:30pm - 10:00pm | Wedding Reception |
Set List
Below is a sampling of some of my favorite pieces of music to play. My full repertoire list contains over 3000 tunes in jazz, classical, pop, rock, Latin, R&B and soul styles. Please e-mail me if you would like to see the full list.
Jazz:
In the Mood (Glenn Miller Orchestra)
Unforgettable (Nat King Cole)
Misty (Erroll Garner)
Linus & Lucy (Theme from Peanuts) - Vince Guaraldi
My Foolish Heart (Bill Evans)
A Foggy Day (George Gershwin)
I've Got the World on a String (Frank Sinatra)
Chameleon (Herbie Hancock)
At Last (Etta James)
Take Five (Dave Brubeck)
Well You Needn't (Thelonious Monk)
I've Got you Under my Skin (Cole Porter)
Jody Grind (Horace Silver)
Spain (Chick Corea)
Take the A Train (Duke Ellington)
The Girl from Ipanema (Antonio Carlos Jobim)
Classic rock/pop:
Just the Way You Are (Billy Joel)
Don't Stop Believin' (Journey)
Your Song (Elton John)
Scenes from an Italian Restaurant (Billy Joel)
Bohemian Rhapsody (Queen)
Can't Buy me Love - Beatles
Saturday in the Park - Chicago
Let's Stay Together - Al Green
Heard it Through the Grapevine (Smokey Robinson & the Miracles)
Piano Man (Billy Joel)
Just My Imagination (Temptations)
Wonderful Tonight (Eric Clapton)
Blackbird (Beatles)
Sir Duke (Stevie Wonder)
You are the Sunshine of My Love (Stevie Wonder)
Contemporary pop:
Leave the Door Open (Bruno Mars)
That's What I Like (Bruno Mars)
Adore You (Harry Styles)
Sucker (Jonas Brothers)
You are the Best Thing (Ray Lamontagne)
If I Ain't Got You (Alicia Keys)
Shape of You (Ed Sheeran)
Don't Stop Now (Dua Lipa)
I'm Yours (Jason Mraz)
Easy on Me (Adele)
My Universe (Coldplay/BTS)
Best Part (Daniel Caesar)
Classical:
Clair de Lune (Debussy)
Ave Maria (Bach/Gounod)
Lakmé: El Dúo de la Flor (Delibes)
2 Arabesques (Debussy)
Intermezzo in A Major (Brahms)
Maple Leaf Rag (Scott Joplin)
Nocturne in Eb (Chopin)
Nuvole Bianche (Ludovico Einaudi)
River Flows in You (Yiruma)
Influences & Inspiration
Oscar Peterson, Fats Waller, Chick Corea, Brad Mehldau, Elton John, Billy Joel, Gerald Clayton, Ben Folds Five, Jamie Cullum
Setup Requirements
Outlets.