Thomas Linger, first place winner of the American Jazz Pianist Competition, lives and works in New York City. He is a performer, composer, and teacher, having toured extensively as a solo artist, with his own trio, and in collaboration with many great artists in famed venues such as New York's Village Vanguard and Jazz At Lincoln Center. He excels in informed musicality with ability in any style. Thomas is flexible with location, can provide a keyboard setup, and can easily put together an equally talented group of any make-up to fit your event. Thomas plays concerts, clubs, weddings, parties, restaurants, or any musical situation you may think of! Try his site of just his full name.
Very nice event and he played even thought-out the whole event. Thank you the music was great
Throughly recommend Thomas, not only was he a brilliant pianist he was also a lovely guy.
Thanks so much Thomas you made Alex’s birthday special 😀
Thomas Linger is a professional in every way from booking and communication to his musicianship. He is a skilled pianist who perfectly set the mood for our cocktail party with his beautiful playing. Anyone who books with Thomas will be in good hands with this outstanding musician.
Thomas was professional and much appreciated
Thomas did a wonderful job playing at our reception! I would hire him again!
Thomas has a beautiful talent with both the piano and the accordion. His style was perfect for our Fall Formal Italian themed dinner event. I will definitely have him back.
Price Range: $400 and up
Languages: English
I provide soft but elegant background music, helping to set the proper mood for your event. My music can bring an air of sophistication, relaxation, romance, or excitement to your occasion. I specialize in the music of the American songbook, but my repertoire also consists of many popular songs, jazz standards, classical, theatrical music, and original compositions if requested. I'm content to stay in the background if necessary but can also come to the foreground when needed. I have no problem playing special requests if notified in advance. I can easily accompany any act you may have in mind for your event. For a more prominent and lively atmosphere, I can assemble a larger group ranging anywhere from duo (with bass, or with trumpet/sax/trombone), piano trio (drums and bass), quartet or larger (drums, bass, trumpet/saxophone/trombone). I can guarantee that the music will be invigorating, diverse, and grooving, but never overbearing.
For a more exotic act, you may consider hiring me as an accordionist! The repertoire does not differ largely, but consists of more European songs suited to the instrument. The accordion is always sure to be a hit and can add a European flavor to your event!
Thomas Linger, originally from Waynesville North Carolina, has already made quite the name for himself in the jazz world. At only 26 years of age, he has already won the American Jazz Pianist Competition, and performed in New York City's famed Village Vanguard. In addition to his talents as a multi-instrumentalist and composer, he is also a passionate teacher, valuing his ability to share his knowledge and love of music with others. You can expect the utmost professionalism in booking, attire, attitude, and musicality from Thomas no matter the event.
If a piano is provided on location, I don't require anything! If not, I just need a space to play and electricity for a keyboard.
| April 21, 2024 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Personal Occasion |
| October 17, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Corporate Event |
| December 15, 2021 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Dinner Party |
| March 26, 2020 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Birthday Party |
| January 25, 2020 • 7:30pm - 10:30pm | Birthday Party |
| December 09, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Christmas Party |
| January 20, 2018 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Cocktail Party |
| December 04, 2015 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Retirement Party |
| November 21, 2015 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Wedding Engagement |
| October 13, 2015 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Dance |
| October 03, 2015 • 3:30pm - 4:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| June 05, 2015 • 5:00pm - 10:00pm | Dinner Dance |
| February 28, 2015 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Church Service |
I play jazz standards, American songbook songs, blues, funk, ragtime, Latin standards, show tunes, and popular piano bar-type music.
I am largely influenced by the music of Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, and Miles Davis. My piano playing is highly derivative of Ellington, Bill Evans, Art Tatum, Herbie Hancock, and Oscar Peterson.
Electricity for keyboard if needed
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