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DAVID ZIPSE, virtuoso pianist

Virtuoso? Well, that's what the critics say:

"The music's best asset is VIRTUOSO Zipse at the piano..." -Jeff Murphy, News-Journal.

"PIANIST EXTRAORDINAIRE!" -St. Martin This Week.

*WINNER* of the 2010 & 2011 "Bride's Choice Award" - Martha Stewart & WeddingWire.

*WINNER* of the "Best of 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017" on GigMasters.

*WINNER* of GigMasters' "Rising Star Award" in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 for being their TOP KEYBOARDIST!

***FULLY INSURED***

Hello, I am a pianist who plays festivals, concerts, conventions, casinos, theaters, restaurants and clubs, as well as weddings, parties and corporate events. Besides playing solo piano or doing a one-man-band (w/ NO canned sequences) I also have a rock duo, a jazz trio, and an excellent dance/party wedding band.

You see, I just simply LOVE to play! As I tell my students, it's easy to be good at something if you love it. That's why I've been a full-time musician since graduating summa cum laude from Shenandoah Conservatory of Music. This IS my day job, and I love it!

I also play in church, and perform free at various fundraisers and charities, for talent is a gift, and what I do with it is my gift back.

Now I would be honored to provide the music for your wedding ceremony, reception, cocktail party, dinner dance or corporate event. From classical music for a ceremony to jazz for cocktails, from soft romantic music for dinner to dance party music for a reception, whatever you prefer, I know I can provide the perfect mix to please all your guests. I have a vast repertoire of over 1000 songs FROM MEMORY, (including Rhapsody in Blue) and am able to play most all requests.

But instead of my words, read what others say:

Wedding Ceremony in Wilmington, DE on 05/18/2013

Words can not describe how absolutely pleased we were with David. I had read many good revews prior to booking David and would have to agree, you can't go wrong selecting David for your entertainment for your event; I would highly recommend him. He was so accommodating, he had an extensive repertoire of music he played and I even sent him pieces that I did not see on his list and he accommodated every one either playing himself, or when I asked, had him play the original recording. We received so many compliments, some of the guests even asked for his card . He made our day extra special !" - Lizabeth M.

Wedding in Philadelphia, PA on 10/06/2012

"David was great. We hired David to play for our small-medium size wedding in downtown Philadelphia. We had a few special requests which he was able to accommodate, and otherwise let him read the party. David did a great job playing the party; everyone raved about how good he was. He was professional and accessible before the show and during. I highly recommend David for any event." - David K.

Wedding Ceremony in Fair Field, PA on 09/01/2012

"He is amazing. All my guests remarked as to how beautifully he played. I highly recommend him to everyone who is looking for a musician for their wedding or party. Thank you so much, David!" - Kaytlin C.

Wedding Reception in Washington, DC on 04/09/2011

"David was just an amazing pianist. He was very friendly, easy to work with and he played the widest variety of music I've ever heard. Our wedding would not have been the same without David!!" - Sara Q.

Private Party in Newark, DE on 01/15/2012

"David was amazing! A true piano virtuoso....my wife's 1980's themed party was a blast!David rocked the house...best party we've ever had in the family! Highly recommend!" - Gary B.

So, how can I help you?

- David

PS - Ask about my band also!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Cocktail Hour Music

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Instrumental - Trio
String - Trio
Soloist / Vocalist

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6

What instruments does your group play?

Cello
Drums
Guitar
Piano
Trumpet
Saxophone
Violin

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs
Liability Insurance
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Vocals

Reviews of David Zipse, virtuoso pianist

Shannon
Shannon Sent on 10/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

gorgeous piano playing!!

David played our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour and he did an amazing job. Everyone loved the music. He was communicative and flexible, and plays the piano beautifully!! Cannot recommend him enough!!
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Dana Sent on 07/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Great band!

Hiring David Zipse was a great decision. We got so many compliments on him and his band throughout the wedding.

He did the music for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and then reception. For the ceremony it was traditional classical music. For cocktail hour it was more jazz and for the reception it was a great mix of rock and pop hits. They can do it all and all while sounding great!

He was also very easy to communicate with.

Stephanie
Stephanie Sent on 05/31/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Professional pianist

David was very easy to work with. He was very responsive to inquiries and later emails. He was super helpful with which music worked best in which area of the the ceremony and reception. His large repertoire of music came in very handy as we had several genres played during our wedding. As I entered the ceremony area, I could hear him playing Cannon in D and it was simply beautiful. I would highly recommend David for your music needs.
Hali
Hali Sent on 06/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

A great addition to our wedding!

David Zipse was an amazing addition to our wedding day! He played the music at our ceremony and cocktail hour and I cannot stress enough how amazing he was! Easy and responsive to work with he made sure we had an amazing experience with his services!
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Jennifer Sent on 08/22/2018
5 out of 5 rating
David was a great secret addition to my wedding. My husband and I are military and live in Germany. We planned most of our wedding through emails. David worked with my wedding schedule and made the event so much better.
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Barbara Sent on 10/23/2017
5 out of 5 rating
David Zipse played the piano and the keyboard during my only daughter's and my son-in-law's wedding ceremony, cocktail hour and dinner in September at the Josephine Butler Park Center in Washington, DC.
His performance was absolutely outstanding and everyone loved it and couldn't complement him enough! He played with such a joy, dedication, perfection and enthusiasm for many, many hours! He is such a talented pianist, so professional, so nice and very classy!

He can play all kinds of music. His music made the whole wedding so wonderful and just absolutely perfect for the newly wed couple and for all our guests! He received a huge and well deserved applause on the end of his performance.
I couldn't be happier that my daughter and my son-in-law found David and that he was available on their
big day. Thank you very much, David, for your wonderful performance and for making their wedding such a HUGE success! I highly recommend David and he truly deserves more than five stars!
Aleks
Aleks Sent on 10/03/2017
5 out of 5 rating
David Zipse was absolutely amazing, and I can't recommend him enough! He made my wedding (ceremony, cocktail hour & dinner) so magical; we received so many compliments from our guests about how much they loved the pianist and how splendidly he played! Every step of the way, David was so accommodating and professional. We made dozens of special requests for songs, including a very complex rendition of our favorite Steely Dan song for our recessional hymn, that David learned from a youTube video I sent him, and he totally nailed it- he is SO talented!

We asked him to come a little earlier to rehearse with our wedding singer, and he came even earlier and stayed late. David is a class act; and we could not have hired a better pianist! Thank you so much for everything, David!
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Anna Sent on 01/05/2016
5 out of 5 rating
What else can I say? David was amazing! He was quick to respond to emails and extremely easy to work with. I had specific requests for ceremony music that I was afraid might be difficult but I have to say, he pulled it off perfectly. I had three specific songs I asked him to learn- one Coldplay and two from The Killers. I even wanted one of The Killers songs played at a specific point in the song. David made it simple! I simply sent the YouTube videos of the official songs and told him at what point I wanted the song to start. I also sent him YouTube videos of specific piano covers of the songs that I favored. I'm not musically inclined and don't know the lingo; I actually said to him, " I like this cover of the song because it's particularly 'twinkly' (for lack of a better word)," but he totally understood and nailed it. Everyone thought it was classy and unique. The songs sounded exactly how I imagined and better than expected. Trust in David!
Nicole
Nicole Sent on 06/06/2015
5 out of 5 rating
David Zipse was fantastic! He was easy to get a hold of and can play anything! He played at our outdoor, garden wedding ceremony as our guests were seated and waited for the festivities to begin - David's rendition of the Bridal March, which I never thought I would use, is so beautiful that I had to use it!!! He added to the ambiance of our day and our guests could not stop raving about the ceremony and the music. Cocktail hour was a huge hit and we placed a candelabra on top of the piano - Very cool! David has so many artists and songs in his repertoire that I just told him to keep it upbeat - He did his thing and was the beginning of a fantastic and kicking party! I highly recommend David for all of your music needs!
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Grace Sent on 09/23/2013
5 out of 5 rating
I actually never even met David because we communicated only by email! He played our ceremony music & cocktail hour but I never had a chance to meet him that day in person. He was always professional by email and I felt assured with his training that he could play the more simple "popular" songs I wanted for walking down the aisle, etc. I played piano for many, many years and had some detailed instructions for him which he followed perfectly! if you want a simple piano sound for your wedding look no further. His prices are also extremely reasonable!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

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