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Kathie is a full time Chicagoland Solo Pianist / Event Professional for the most elegant weddings - All phases of your wedding celebration from engagement parties, wedding showers, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, cocktail receptions, dinners, to post nuptial brunches!

This artist is in high demand for her elegance, professionalism, superior musical artistry, and exceptional customer service!

Recommended in 2024 by these fine venues: Ruth Lake CC Hinsdale, Abbington Banquets Glen Ellyn, Makray Golf Club Barrington, Barrington White House, Schram Memorial Chapel-Glenview

For over 20 years, Kathie performed at the Yamaha Grand Piano as Lead Pianist for Von Maur in Lombard & St Charles locations. Kathie was also featured as Nordstrom's Lead Pianist playing a beautiful Steinway Grand in Oak Brook and Woodfield Locations from 1994-1997. She also performed in the Palm Court Room / Drake Chicago Hotel 2006-2007,

She was selected by Today's Chicago Woman's Magazine as One of "100 Women Making A Difference" for her charitable contributions on behalf of children's organizations including "Make A Wish", The "Children's Center in Wheaton, & United Cerebral Palsy ;/ Chicago Chapter for the Annual Chef Fest at the Hyatt Lisle Hotel. Kathie also received the "Certificate of Recognition From NORDSTROM Oak Brook" for her exceptional Customer Service!!

Among her steady work early on, Kathie performed in the Fairmont Hotel Lobby/Chicago - Knickerbocker Chicago Hotel Prince Of Wales Dining Room, Holiday Inn Willowbrook, Chez Paul on Rush Street, Holiday Inn/Skokie Lobby - Oak Brook Hills Hotel Lobby, Marriott Schaumburg Hotel Lobby - Drury Lane (Oak Brook) Courtyard Dining Room, and Villa Olivia Country Club - Bartlett.

Also - Substitute Pianist at Medinah Country Club from 2005 to 2014 for the Club Members' Dining Room.

~ For 2024 Kathie Is Available For Social / Corporate Events

Memorable Past Events Include:

Rose Bowl Special Aboard a Santa Fe Railway Train From Chicago to Pasadena, California

Ms Oprah Winfrey - ALSAC St Jude's Luncheon

Sundance Film Festival Fundraiser on the Gold Coast with actors Robert Redford and Sally Field in attendance

Cocktail Reception At Four Seasons Hotel Chicago For The Alzheimer's Association Fundraiser

Holiday Party at the Chicago History Museum for Former Mayor Richard J Daley's Staff/Family

Press Parties For Tony Bennett - - (Oak Brook) Kenny Loggins (Pump Room / Ambassador E Hotel Chicago

Please visit Kathie's Website: www.knicoletpiano.com Music samples available, pictures, testimonials, references,

** Additional Musician Recommendations Available ** No extra charge!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the price?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Reception Music

Which of the following are included in the package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Reception Music
Sample Performances

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Acoustic
Big Band
Classical
Country
Jazz
Oldies
Rock
Swing

What music services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music

Reviews of Chicago's Pianist Kathie Nicolet

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Victoria Sent on 06/29/2013
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Kathie Nicolet played piano for our ceremony and during cocktail hour. She was fantastic!!! Very easy to deal with while choosing from her vast selection of music she can play. She is extremely talented and professional. We received many compliments on how beautiful the music made the ceremony and cocktail hour.
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Kate Sent on 12/17/2010
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Kathie played the piano during our cocktail hour and unfortuantely we didn't get to hear any of it because we were outside taking pictures. BUT all of our guests commented on the beauty and elegance fo her music.
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Brett Sent on 04/24/2008
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To all conserned, I would highly recommend Kathie's services as a true professional. She not only met with exspected criteria, but exceeded it in many ways. Her preformance, and professionalism, was a very nice addition to a very special day. She was extremely helpful in some of the selection of music, as there were some favorite's requested, and some very nice additions she recommended.
I personally cannot Thank Kathie enough, for her efforts in making all that I had hoped for, on a special day become a reallity.

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Sharon Ringier Events Sharon Ringier Events Wedding Planners

I love working with Kathie. She adds something special to any event.

Abbington Distinctive Banquets Abbington Distinctive Banquets Banquet Halls

Kathie is Chicagoland's top pianist and entertainer. Highly regarded for her professionalism and memorable artistry, she sets a standard of excellence for musicianship and integrity. Kathie is the preferred pianist of the Abbington!

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