I work primarily as a special event pianist and accompanist. I play for weddings, singing competitions, church, choirs, birthday parties, retirement dinners, and many other special events. I learn and perform client requests, but also work meticulously to arrange music that will enhance each special event I am given the opportunity to be part of. For over 2 decades I have had the privilege of helping hundreds of people make their event unique by adding my special musical flare and I hope you'll consider allowing me to help make your event even more special!
Joelle was wonderful! She learned all new songs to play at my daughter ‘s wedding and did an amazing job!! She was easy to communicate with and always responded quickly! We can’t thank her enough.
Joelle made this part of the wedding planning SO simple for me-- we communicated through text just a few times and she responds pretty quickly. For the prelude I told her to play any classical selections + 3 uncommon songs I requested, and without question Joelale researched and learned them on her own (one of the songs I requested a week before the wedding and she played it perfectly!).
On top of being so professional, Joelle was so sweet and understanding working with an unorganized bride like me. I wasn't very thorough with instructions (where at the venue to meet, set up, what to bring, etc.)-- she even brought her keyboard & AMP to the rehearsal and we didn't even have her play, but she always had a smile on her face. I am so thankful I booked Joelle for my event-- you will too!
Price Range: $200 and up
Gig Length: 30 - 180 minutes
Languages: English
I customize each experience to what the client needs. I can provide all the equipment needed for a piano performance. I can provide music and suggestions based off of specific genres of music.
I've done music for over two decades. I started playing piano for church and teaching a few kids piano in high school. I continued to study music at university and got the opportunity to perform with a variety of groups, accompany for soloists and musicals, provide music for weddings and other special events. I continue to teach both piano and voice privately while gigging weekends. Thank you for considering me for your event!
The requirements for me to do a gig are simply to have the ability to connect to some sort of electrical power and a flat surface area for the piano and equipment.
| June 29, 2019 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| April 28, 2018 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| May 05, 2017 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
Polka Dots and Moonbeams by Jimmy van Heusen
Emily by Johnny Mandel
I’m in the Mood for Love by Jimmy McHugh and Dorothy Fields
The Prayer by Carole Bayer Sager and David Foster
You Raise Me Up by Rolf Lovland and Brendan Graham
Adagio Cantabile from Grande Sonate Pathetique by Beethoven
First Gymnopedie by Eric Satie
The Flower Duet from Lakme by Leo Delibes
Prelude in D-flat Major (The Raindrop) by Chopin
Prelude in C major by Bach
Traumerei from Scenes from Childhood by Schumann
First Arabesque by Debussy
Another Springtime by Roy Todd
Hope Springs by Roy Todd
There’s No Feeling Like This by Roy Todd
River Flows in You by Yiruma
Love Me by Yiruma
Kiss The Rain by Yiruma
Butterfly Waltz by Brian Crain
Seasons of Love by Jonathan Larson
You and I by Frank Myers
Let It Be Me by Gilbert Becaud
Stay With Me by Sam Smith and Tom Petty
Nocturne in E-flat Major by Chopin
At Last by Harry Warren
I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face by Frederick Loewe
Love Is Here to Stay by Gershwin
My Funny Valentine by Richard Rodgers
Over the Rainbow by Harold Arlen
What a Wonderful World by George David Weiss and Bob Thiele
When I Fall in Love by Victor Young
La Fille Aux Cheveux de Lin by Debussy
Time by Hans Zimmer
Mountain Memories by Calvin Jones
Consolation No. 2 by Liszt
Rachel’s Lullaby by Calvin Jones
Consolation No. 3 by Liszt
Prelude IV by Rachmaninov
Italian Concerto - movement 1 by Bach
Moonlight Sonata - movement 1 by Beethoven
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