Kevin Gault

Name:	Kevin Gault
Location:	Columbus United States 43209
Contact:	Send Kevin Gault a message

Additional Info:

Category:
Jazz Pianist
Classical Pianist
Singing Pianist
Location:
Columbus, OH
Fee:
$100 and up
Travel range:
up to 200 miles from Columbus, OH

Solo Piano, Guitar with Vocals, Piano with Vocals, Jazz Duo(piano and upright bass), Acoustic vocal duo, Jazz Trio(saxophone, piano and upright bass)

Kevin Gault specializes in wedding cocktail hours, wedding ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, holiday parties, corporate events, and private parties.

Kevin's Credentials:

**Master of Music(MM)-Youngstown State University
**Bachelor of Arts Music(BA)-The University of Pittsburgh
**Service Playing Certificate-The American Guild of Organists
**Church organist/pianist - 10 years

PAST PERFORMANCES
Columbus Country Club
Athletic Club of Columbus
The Columbus Club
Canton Club
OSU Alumni House
Brookside Country Club
Scioto Reserve Country Club
New Albany Country Club
New Albany Links Country Club
Columbus Westin
Columbus Museum of Art
Cincinnati Westin
Capital Club
The Blackwell
Worthington Inn
Darby House
Cherry Valley Lodge
Marion Center at Immaculate Conception
Rosemont Country Club
Olde Gahanna Sanctuary
Pinnacle Golf Club

**Frequently Asked Questions**

*Do we need to have a piano?

If a piano is not available, Kevin can bring a digital piano.

*How does he dress?

He always wears a suit and/or tie and looks professional and polished. If you prefer that he wear a tuxedo, or formal attire, or dress more casually, he's happy to do that as well.

*Will he play for our ceremony and cocktail hour?

Kevin would be happy to play for your wedding ceremony and cocktail hour, and he can offer you an attractively priced package if you choose to book both the ceremony and cocktail hour with him.

*Can Kevin attend my wedding rehearsal as well?

Kevin would be happy to attend the wedding rehearsal.(Columbus Metro Area Only-Venues with on-site pianos Only). It is important to inform him at the time of the original booking, so he can reserve the date of the rehearsal.

*How much time does he need for set-up?

It usually takes Kevin under 45 minutes to set up. You are not charged for set-up time.

*Do we need to provide any equipment?

No, Kevin will bring all the equipment he needs, but a standard 3-prong electrical outlet within a reasonable distance of where he will be playing is required. **Also, if your event is outside, cover from the sun/rain is required.**

*How loud is Kevin Gault?

Kevin is not loud and he will work with you to make certain his volume is perfect for your event. Since many events are a time for guests to socialize and mingle, he never plays so loudly that conversation becomes difficult. If you want him to increase or decrease his volume, just ask him, and he'll gladly accommodate your needs.

*Can he learn music for our event?

Absolutely! If there is a song that you'd like to hear him play, he'll play it for you. He just requires reasonable notice, so that he can learn the music if he doesn't already know it.(maximum of two songs,please)(please allow 3 weeks to learn each piece)

*Why should we hire Kevin Gault? What makes him unique?

1) Versatility
Kevin Can provide the following services:
*Solo piano- Classical, Jazz, or Popular, or a mix of the three styles
-perfect when a couple would like classical music for their wedding ceremony and jazz and popular styles for their cocktail hour.
*Piano with vocals- great for wedding cocktail hours and private parties. Love themed music for weddings.
*Acoustic guitar with vocals- a great addition to cocktail hours and private parties. Love themed music for weddings.
*Jazz Duo- Jazz piano with an acoustic upright bass- classy sophisticated music, suitable for any event
*Acoustic duo- piano and vocals, guitar and vocals with bass. Perfect for low key wedding receptions and functions.

2) Education/Experience

Kevin Gault posesses music degrees from The University of Pittsburgh and The Dana School of Music at Youngstown State University.
He has college level instruction in piano, organ, voice, and guitar.
Kevin performs publically over 100 times each year.
You can be assured that Kevin has the education, training, and experience to make your event a success.

3) Customer Service

He will answer all of your questions and he is available for consultation, by phone or by email, seven days a week.

*Is Kevin available for "in-person" auditions/consultations?

Kevin does not normally meet with clients "in-person" before events.
He is, however, available by telephone and email for consultations and for arranging special details. Phone calls and emails are usually answered within 24hrs. If clients prefer to meet, it can be arranged for a fee to cover his time and travel.

Additional Specialisms:

Solo Performance, Contemporary Music, Jazz, Improvisation