Piano by Josiah Austin

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Ceremony pricing

Prices start at $1,000

Reception pricing

Prices start at $2,000

Packages

Prices start at $500

Category: Live Solo Performer

Type: Solo instrumentalist

Genres: Pop/Top 40s, Rock



About Piano by Josiah Austin

Piano by Josiah Austin

Pianist

I've played over 800 piano sets between weddings, restaurants, private parties, hotel lobbies, and more. I have a wildly popular set of solo piano pop, rock, and songwriter covers that I perform frequently around the Portland, OR metro area, PNW, and occasionally domestic U.S. and Canada. Wedding Ceremonies: I specialize in arranging solo piano covers of meaningful songs to the bride & groom, their family, and wedding party. I can also do traditional wedding staples like the Wedding March, Bridal Chorus, or Canon in D. Cocktail Hours/Reception: I specialize in popular covers with selections by the couple.

I will learn new songs for you, and you can create playlists for any events by combining your custom songs with any existing songs in my setlist. I have a highly sought after solo piano pop/rock/songwriter set that I frequently perform at parties, restaurants, and the Portland airport. Songs from 1950s - Today. I take song requests in advance of your wedding. I also take requests on the spot, although I can't guarantee that I'll be able to play them, especially if I've never heard it before. I also offer the option to compose and perform an original solo piano piece that is commissioned, titled, and dedicated especially to the married couple.


Services

Services

  • Hear us live
  • Learning new songs
  • Music during breaks
  • Sound system capability audience <300

Musical genres

  • Pop/Top 40s
  • Rock

Piano by Josiah Austin packages

Ceremony Only

Price$1,150

Description

A beautiful, customized set of solo piano performances set to your desired moods that will boost emotions and make your ceremony truly unforgettable! $150 discount if acoustic piano is provided at the venue (I won’t bring my gear). It must be recently tuned and in good working order. I travel! Additional travel and/or lodging expenses can be negotiated.

What’s included
  • $150 discount if tuned acoustic piano is at venue
  • Up to 2 hours performance window
  • Custom song arrangements
  • 4 new song requests (if they’re not in my setlist)
  • Unlimited requests from my current setlist
  • Impromptu requests welcome (but no guarantees)
  • Venues within 60 miles of Portland, OR
  • Electric keyboard and sound system
  • Setup and teardown time

Cocktail Hour Only

Price$1,150

Description

A highly sought after, customizable popular modern solo piano set that will add pizzazz to your cocktail hour and build anticipation for the reception. Your guests won’t forget it! $150 discount if acoustic piano is provided at the venue (I won’t bring my gear). It must be recently tuned and in good working order. I travel! Additional travel and/or lodging expenses can be negotiated.

What’s included
  • $150 discount if tuned acoustic piano is at venue
  • Up to 2 hours performance window
  • Custom song arrangements
  • 4 new song requests (if not in my setlist)
  • Unlimited requests from my current setlist
  • Impromptu requests welcome (but no guarantees)
  • Venues within 60 miles of Portland, OR
  • Electric keyboard and sound system
  • Setup and teardown time

Ceremony + Cocktail Hour

Price$1,900

Description

A beautiful, customized set of solo piano performances set to your desired moods. Guaranteed to boost emotions and make your ceremony truly unforgettable! Afterward you’ll hear a highly sought after, customizable popular solo piano set that will add pizzazz to your cocktail hour and build anticipation for the reception. Your guests won’t forget it! I travel! Additional travel and/or lodging expenses can be negotiated. $150 discounts apply to tuned pianos in excellent working condition.

What’s included
  • $150 off for tuned acoustic piano at location 1
  • $150 off for tuned acoustic piano at location 2
  • Ceremony: 2 hour performance window
  • Cocktail hour: 2 hour performance window
  • 5 hour window from first setup to final teardown
  • Custom song arrangements
  • 6 new song requests (if not in my setlist)**
  • Unlimited requests from my existing setlist
  • Impromptu requests welcome (but no guarantees)
  • Venues within 60 miles of Portland, OR
  • Electric keyboard and sound system
  • Setup and teardown time
  • **One month in advance per requested song

Breakfasts, Lunches & Dinners

Price$500

Description

I'll play for any breakfast, lunch or dinner related to your wedding. Adding this to a package is $450, with a $150 discount if a tuned piano is on site. Standalone is $850, with a $150 discount if a tuned acoustic piano is on site. This can include meals up to several days before or after. Price does not include additional travel and/or lodging expenses. Ask about discount for 2 or more meals.

What’s included
  • Add-on to a package is $450
  • Standalone is $750
  • $150 discount if tuned acoustic piano is on site
  • Days before/after: additional lodging/travel fees
  • Up to 2 hours performance window
  • 2 new song requests (if not in my setlist)**
  • Unlimited requests from my existing setlist
  • Impromptu requests welcome (but no guarantees)
  • Venues within 60 miles of Portland, OR
  • Electric keyboard and sound system
  • Setup and teardown time
  • **One month in advance per requested song

Reviews

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I'll wear anything from a suit and tie to t-shirt and jeans. I'll even wear a costume (non-offensive) if you provide it!
Yes! Depending on the package and add-ons you select, I'll learn anywhere from 2 - 8 new songs that you can choose to distribute throughout any and all of your wedding events. In addition, you can take those special requests and combine them with my existing setlist to curate your own custom setlists however you like for whichever events you like! You can also add additional song requests for $125 each. NOTE: I specialize in pop/rock/songwriter/showtunes. You can request songs in other styles, but I may decline if it's out of my wheelhouse.
Short answer: Impromptu requests are welcome, but no guarantees! Long answer: I mostly play by ear (and lead sheets occasionally). So if I've never heard the song before, I likely won't be able to play it on the spot. If I'm quite familiar with it, I'll give it a go. I can also give anything a quick listen and at least try! Worst I can say is "Sorry, I haven't heard it!" Worst you'll hear me play is an attempt to try to learn a new song on the spot. And I'll try if you don't care! Sometimes it's awesome. Sometimes we'll just laugh about it. :) However, I DO learn new songs in advance (see related FAQ)!
I specialize in playing solo piano covers of pop, rock, songwriter, show-tunes and similar songs. My arrangements are known to have a full sound with dynamic and emotional range. I will learn new songs for your wedding (see FAQ "Do you learn new songs?")! You can combine your requested songs with my existing setlist to curate your own special playlists for each event of your day.
Yes, both! I also have an add-on for breakfasts, lunches or dinners related to the wedding.
I like to arrive 1.5 - 2 hours early if I'm bringing my own gear to setup and test sound. If there's an acoustic piano at the venue I like to arrive an hour early to warm up and test sound. I may also request to test out the acoustic piano days in advance if I can.
I specialize in performing solo piano covers of pop, rock, songwriter, and showtunes songs. These can range from soft, heartfelt love songs and melancholic tearjerkers, to upbeat bangers and unexpected surprises. The eras I generally pull from range from the 1950s - Today.
My travel fee includes venues within 60 miles of Portland, OR. If you're outside of that range and I'm driving, an additional 75 cents per mile (round-trip) applies. If I'm unable to make it home by 11:00pm PST, I require lodging. If you'd like to fly me in and/or have me on hand for multiple days, let's talk! My setup and breakdown fee is included in each package deal.
No, but I have a recommendation for an amazing makeup artist! Heidi Artistry
Yes, happy to help! I highly recommend Heidi Artistry, who works in the Portland, OR area. She does incredible work, and her team for larger parties is fantastic and fun! https://heidiartistry.com/