Top-rated event pianist for quinceañeras in Los Angeles
Hire a pianist for a quinceañera in Los Angeles. The traditional vals played live, Spanish and English repertoire, and accompaniment for family singers.
Steven Solomon (Piano By Steven) is a pianist and vocalist based in Los Angeles with more than 25 years of experience, a Carnegie Hall debut at twenty and formal training in jazz and classical piano. He performs solo piano, piano and vocals, live piano karaoke and dueling pianos, with keytar and in-character options for brand events, and has played for Rolls-Royce, Hulu, Disney, Intuit, the Hotel Bel-Air and Frank Sinatra's Twin Palms Estate. Solo piano events typically start at $800. No travel fee within 30 miles of Los Angeles.
Quinceañeras: frequently asked questions
Do you play the vals for the father-daughter dance?
Yes. Steven performs the traditional vals live, including Tiempo de Vals, Vals de las Mariposas and De Niña a Mujer, and will learn any specific arrangement your choreographer is using.
Can you play in Spanish and English?
Yes. The repertoire spans Spanish-language standards, mariachi and bolero classics, and contemporary English-language songs, so the music matches every generation in the room.
Can you accompany the quinceañera or a family member singing?
Yes. Steven is a sought-after accompanist, will rehearse in advance where needed, and can transpose to whatever key suits the singer.
Will you work with our choreographer and timeline?
Yes. Steven follows the run-of-show closely, cues the entrance, vals and surprise dance on your signal, and coordinates directly with your planner or DJ.
Where do you perform quinceañeras in Southern California?
Across Los Angeles and Southern California, including banquet halls, hotel ballrooms, parish halls and private homes.
Do you take requests from family members during the reception?
Yes. Requests are welcome throughout, in Spanish or English, and Steven transposes to suit whoever is singing.
Can you play for the ceremony or Mass as well as the reception?
Yes. Steven plays processional and recessional music, accompanies soloists, and then moves to the reception.
How far in advance should we book a quinceañera pianist?
Six to nine months is comfortable for spring and summer Saturdays. Shorter notice is worth asking about.
Do you provide sound for speeches and the toast?
Yes. Steven Solomon brings a vocal microphone and a compact professional sound system, so toasts, speeches and announcements are heard clearly without hiring a separate AV vendor.
Can you perform outdoors for a quinceañera?
Yes, with shade or cover for the instrument and a power plan confirmed in advance.
How the night unfolds
First hour: guests arrive and mingle while Steven plays elegant piano, and guests stop by the piano to say hello and make requests. Second hour: during dinner the music stays elegant and in the background so conversation comes first. Final hour: song requests, sing-alongs, piano karaoke and dancing, with egg shakers handed out so guests can play along.
Sample set list
Piano Man (Billy Joel), Don’t Stop Believin’ (Journey), Sweet Caroline (Neil Diamond) and Golden (KPop Demon Hunters), plus any style on request: jazz, Motown, Broadway, classic rock and today’s hits.
What clients say
Steven was a hit. He played songs from the 60’s-90’s including, pop, rock, jazz, musicals, and ragtime. He eagerly invited requests and had guests singing along and dancing. My mom enjoyed playing duets with him. Steven is talented, accommodating, fun, and worked easily with us. He arrived on time and looked fantastic in his black tux. He stayed beyond the planned duration and our guests were thrilled. Due to his enthusiasm the energy of the party continued deep into the night. We will hire Steven for future events and have referred him to many people who I understand will be hiring him soon. He will make your party a special occasion you will never forget!!
Mark D., Chatsworth, CA
I had a very memorable birthday party thanks to Steven!I hired Steven to play piano at my birthday party, for a fun sing-along event. At first I was nervous that no one would sing, but Steven knows so many songs and he quickly got people off their feet singing and dancing! My friends have all told me what a memorable and unique idea this was to have Steven play live piano music and I couldn't agree more. Steven was very kind and professional from the start, clearly laying out the terms in advance, he responded quickly to emails, and the follow through was a breeze. He could play all the songs my guests requested, transpose key, read sheet music, sing, and play from memory. He's very talented! We all had a blast!
Rudy M. Los Angeles CA
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