Pianists for Hire in Canada

Browse 375 professional pianists in Canada, rated 5 out of 5 from 589 reviews from real clients. These piano players cover classical ceremony music, jazz cocktail sets, contemporary pop and more, performing at weddings, corporate functions and private celebrations.

Most performers bring their own digital keyboard and portable sound system, though many will also play a venue's acoustic piano if available. Rates start from $140 and average $480, with pricing influenced by performance length, travel requirements and any extras such as vocals.

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I play jazz music

Italy

Rome, Latium

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Pianist

Italy

Como, Lombardy

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Sophisticated and very enjoyable live piano music

Netherlands

Amsterdam, North Holland

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Book from €225 (EUR)

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Modern music , jazz , classical .

Greece

Athens, Attica

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Jazz Pianist who performs his jazz originals and covers wit his four piece band

South Africa

Pretoria, Gauteng

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Jazz and classically trained pianist with perfect pitch available

Norway

Oslo

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Piano vocalist performing pop, soul, r&b and jazz classics

United Kingdom

Leeds, England

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Pianista y cantante (bodas y eventos) | Piano player and singer (weddings music)

Spain

Tenerife, Canary Islands

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Book from €150 (EUR)

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Pianist, Piano Music

United States

Panama City Beach, Florida

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Pianist for all occasions

United Kingdom

Milton Keynes, England

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Book from £350 (GBP)

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Voted "Best Entertainment Statewide" High-Energy Saxophone-DJ Experience

United States

Newport Beach, California

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Book from $3000 (USD)

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piano singer

United States

Atlanta, Georgia

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Book from $700 (USD)

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Organist and pianist specializing in music for weddings and events.

Switzerland

Bellinzona, Canton Ticino

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Pianista per eventi e matrimoni a Roma

Italy

Genzano di Roma, Latium

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Available for weddings, funerals, and all celebratory events, Music from A to Z

United Kingdom

Houghton-Le-Spring, England

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A guide to booking

Hire Pianists in Canada

Piano players near you bring versatility that few other solo musicians can match. A single performer can cover gentle classical pieces for a ceremony, relaxed jazz at a drinks reception and contemporary pop hits for an evening celebration, adapting their style to each part of your event.

Choosing the Right Pianist

The style of music matters most when picking a piano player. Jazz-focused performers lean towards standards and swing, while classically trained pianists excel at formal ceremony repertoire. Many modern piano players blend genres freely, moving between instrumental covers of current chart songs and traditional favorites within the same set. Some also offer vocals, turning a solo piano booking into a full singer-pianist act. If your venue has an in-house piano, let the performer know in advance so they can assess whether to use it or bring their own digital keyboard.

Pricing for Piano Players

Pianists in Canada typically charge between $140 and $1,300+, with an average rate of $480. Shorter ceremony-only bookings sit at the lower end, while full-day packages covering multiple parts of a wedding or event cost more. Performance length, travel distance and whether the pianist provides vocals or additional equipment all affect the final price.

How much does it cost to hire Pianists available in Canada?

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from$140CAD
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from$480CAD
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from$1,300CAD

The average price for Pianists available in Canada is $480 (CAD). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 273 enquiries for Pianists at events in Canada, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 7 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
35% of enquiries, with private events next at 18%
Typical first reply
Within two hours
79% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About seven weeks
39% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to September
58% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 25 miles
For the 75% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Pianists available in Canada

5/5 from 589 reviews
Photo of Elegant Violin & Piano Duo Elegant Violin & Piano Duo "Thank you for making my sons birthday so special! The performance was also absolutely beautiful and touched all our hearts. It was an unforgettable gift for our family." Based in Vancouver, British Columbia 19th June 2026 Sky Photo of Peter Tam Jazzy Singer Songwriter Peter Tam Jazzy Singer Songwriter "Peter was amazing! On-time, well prepared and absolutely killed his set. He was such a joy. He clearly loves what he does. I highly recommend him." Based in Maple Ridge, British Columbia 28th May 2026 Tessa Morelli - Academic Conference Reception Photo of Jennifer Moersch, Cellist & Ensembles Jennifer Moersch, Cellist & Ensembles "Jennifer was great! Extremely patient with me and the last minute changes, came on time, played beautifully and left a great impression on all the attendees. I will definitely recommend her if anyone ever needs a cellist in Vancouver." Based in Vancouver, British Columbia 25th May 2026 Shari-Jo Robinson - Celebration of Life Photo of Resonance Duo Resonance Duo "We booked Alona and Oleksii to perform whilst we celebrated our 55th wedding anniversary with a romantic catered dinner at our home. In short, they were truly amazing! Alona compiled a playlist that included some of our favourites and worked really hard with Oleksii to make sure everything went perfectly on the night. Individually they are extremely talented musicians and played beautifully for us both as solo artists and as a duo. Oleksii’s violin - unbelievable! Their feeling for the music was uplifting. They are both very charming and modest people. They made our evening unforgettable and we really hope that we have the opportunity to engage them again." Based in Toronto, Ontario 15th March 2026 Tony & Chris - Private celebration Photo of Gentle Piano Music Gentle Piano Music "A true professional and impressively talented! She was just a lovely addition to our formal cocktail party! A true talented professional! She played beautiful traditional Christmas music for our holiday cocktail party! She was great at communicating with us, even prior to us booking her. She wanted to know exactly what our wants and desires were, and she made sure she satisfied our wishes. A very pleasant and classy touch to our evening was had. We would highly recommend everyone to hire her to add that elegant and sophisticated touch of class to your event." Based in Winnipeg, Manitoba 5th March 2026 Charlene Ramkissoon - Cocktail Party Photo of Svetlana Svetlana "Svetlana Great Pianist, very professional and experienced. We had a family event, and her program was satisfactory for all members of our big family. Personally I liked popular pieces, but She plays Jazz, and country and classical. I would highly recommend her." Based in Calgary, Alberta 6th November 2025 Joseph Pour - Private event

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring pianists is $480, with prices from $140 to $1,300+. Pricing depends on the pianist's experience, set length and whether a venue piano is available or a digital instrument needs to be supplied. Pianists are a popular choice for background music during dinners, receptions and ceremonies.

Many pianists bring a high-quality digital piano or keyboard, while others may prefer to use an acoustic piano if one is available at the venue. A digital piano is easily transported and can be set up in most locations. Gig Heaven recommends confirming instrument arrangements when making an enquiry.

Many pianists are singer-pianists who can provide a full vocal and piano performance. This offers a wider repertoire and a more dynamic show than instrumental piano alone. It is worth checking each performer's profile for details of their performance format.

Hiring pianists is ideal for wedding ceremonies, drinks receptions, corporate dinners, hotel lobbies, private parties and formal occasions. Piano music is one of the most versatile and widely appreciated forms of live entertainment.

The pianists in Canada cover a wide range of styles including classical, jazz, pop, rock, blues, gospel, boogie-woogie and show tunes. Many pianists are versatile performers who can switch between styles during an event to suit different moments.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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