Michael Udelson is best known as the house pianist at the Four Seasons Hotel in San Francisco from (phone number hidden)2. His vast, delightfully eclectic, often surprisng repertoire of over 1400 songs ranges from standards, jazz & blues to pop and rock songs from all eras, including present day. In addition to Gershwin, Cole Porter, and Sinatra tunes, Michael enjoys performing his original arrangements by artists such as Coldplay, Pink Floyd, Elton John, Guns 'n' Roses, Beatles, Doors, Radiohead, Who, Dead, Metallica, and many other surprising sources. He earned a huge following for pleasing hotel guests of all ages. Please visit website to read magazine quotes and numerous raves on YELP.
We had Michael come for a 2nd year to play at a corporate event and it was great. Very professional and everyone really enjoyed having a live musician. Thanks Michael!
Response from Michael Udelson - piano player:
Once again I had a wonderful time playing piano at Genentech. Thanks again.
Michael played at a daytime corporate event and it was very well received. Thank you Michael, we look forward to having you back at a future event!
Very personable, great pianist. We really enjoyed having him!
Michael is very talented and personable and added greatly to the party's ambiance! His musical style is exactly what I was looking for and really he mixed up the selections from standards to show tunes to pop and contemporary hits. He also took multiple requests from the quests, which they loved. As a perpetual beginner pianist, I was amazed how Michael could carry on a conversation with a guest and not miss a note! Talented, professional, and very willing to provide the requested ambiance. I recommend Michael highly!
Response from Michael Udelson - piano player:
Thank you so much, Carol. I enjoyed playing for your party, love your piano, and appreciated your hospitality. So nice to meet your family and guests.
Michael played spectacularly and made three generations of music lovers extremely happy. He's that type of professional who knows how to read a crowd and keep the hosts calm and happy. He was a huge hit with everyone and I hope to have him return soon. I'm in awe of his musicality!
Response from Michael Udelson - piano player:
I had a great time playing for your wonderful party! Thanks so much for hiring me. Would love to do it again sometime.
Best,
Michael U.
Michael is a true professional and a multi-talented artist. All he needs is the instrument. All I needed to do was to step back and enjoy. As a host you have enough on your plate to worry about during a party. Michael had complete control of the room and that was such a joy.
We booked Michael for our wedding reception recently and all I can say is wow. My wife and I love piano music and we wanted to throw a fancy gala-style dinner reception. Michael played piano music throughout our dinner and our guest loved it. Michael was very responsive to our music request and planning. At one point we thought about rescheduling our reception due to the pandemic and Michael was very accommodating with our request, but we ended up being able to have our reception on the original intended date. If I ever need another pianist, you know how I'm booking again. Highly recommended, you won't regret it.
Michael both blended in and stood out at our event. The party was so much more enriching and fun with him there. He is a true professional as he took many specials requests from our guests. I believe people will have a lasting positive impression of our party thanks to Michael!
Micheal‘s set was amazing he had the crowd going the whole time! In my experience pianist usually become some sort of background music however Michael’s set was never background music he was center stage in a packed & loud space. He worked the crowd from start to finish and really understood the Genre we requested. He has so much grace and fantastic energy, I will be rebooking for future events! Thanks Micheal:)
Wr are delighted Gig helped us find Michael. He was on-time, attentive to the guest requests, and controlled the volume and tempo of the music perfectly. We hope we can work with Michael and Gig again. Everything went smoothly and exactly as advertised by Gig. Thank you for helping with our Open House party.
Price Range: $175-$750
Michael Udelson appeared five nights a year at the elegant Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco, (phone number hidden)2, where he entertained in the Season Lounge, adjacent to the Seasons Restaurant. The 2008 and 2009 Zagat Guide to SF Nightlife guide raves: "The piano player is amazing!" Countless reviewers on YELP remark how they pleased they were to discover Michael, who surprised them with his versatility and classic renditions of their favorite songs. Michael is happy to take requests.
Michael appears with his jazz trio "Standard Deviation" Sundays and Mondays at the Hillstone Restaurant on the Embarcadero in San Francisco. "Standard Deviation" plays repertoire ranging from Dave Brubeck, Ahmad Jamal, Bill Evans, swinging Sinatra tunes to original acoustic interpretations of Radiohead, Metallica, Pearl Jam, Pink Floyd and the Grateful Dead. The trio, featuring Pat Klobas on acoustic bass and David Rokeach on drums, is available for booking for private parties. Upright bass and piano can also be a great option for a swinging' party!
From (phone number hidden)0, Michael Udelson and acoustic bassist Pat Klobas entertained in the Redwood Room of the Clift, where they were the house band. At this amazing art-deco venue, Stevie Wonder asked to sit in with them on a very memorable Valentine's Day. On another evening, Billy Joel also asked to play some tunes with them.
Michael studied classical piano in Bethesda, Maryland, where he grew up. He graduated from Oberlin College as a music major before coming to San Francisco in search of adventure. He currently lives in Bernal Heights, a hilly neighborhood overlooking the Mission District in San Francisco.
| February 07, 2024 • 11:30am - 1:00pm | Corporate Event |
| April 02, 2023 • 11:30am - 1:00pm | Birthday Party |
| February 13, 2023 • 11:30am - 1:30pm | Corporate Event |
| January 29, 2022 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Birthday Party |
| September 25, 2021 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Birthday Party |
| September 11, 2021 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| June 25, 2021 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| June 20, 2021 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| June 12, 2021 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Birthday Party |
| January 29, 2020 • 4:30pm - 8:00pm | Launch Party |
| November 05, 2017 • 2:00pm - 6:00pm | House Party |
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