Pianist for concerts, weddings and events in Paris
Kei Shimizu designs performances for venues, occasions and audiences, each with its own character.
A programme that feels true to you.
Wedding, ceremony, cocktail reception, dinner, seminar, exhibition opening or private concert: Kei adapts the format, repertoire and energy of her playing to your project. Solo, duo or a larger ensemble, she helps you find the right musical colour.
Classical repertoire is at the heart of these performances: French music, baroque, romantic music and chamber repertoire create an elegant, intimate or more formal concert atmosphere. From Bach, Beethoven, Schubert, Chopin and Liszt to Debussy, Ravel and Fauré, a programme may be entirely classical or thoughtfully built around selected works.
Alongside this foundation, arrangements from film, Disney & Pixar, animation or video games can have a place when they tell something personal and suit the occasion. They are woven in with restraint and with respect for the programme’s overall character.
Music does not simply fill a room: it gives the room a memory.
A clear, calm and bespoke performance.
- Occasions
- Weddings, ceremonies, private receptions, cocktails, seminars, exhibition openings, corporate concerts and cultural events.
- Repertoire
- The great piano and chamber repertoire — from Bach to Chopin, from Schubert and Liszt to Debussy, Ravel and Fauré — forms the foundation of each programme. French music, classical works and contemporary arrangements are chosen for the venue and occasion; Disney & Pixar, animation or video-game music can be included on request.
- Formats
- Solo, duo or an ensemble suited to the project: duration, programme and flow are decided together.
- Area
- Paris and Île-de-France, especially Val-de-Marne. Travel beyond the region can be arranged; international projects are considered individually.
- Venue requirements
- A piano must be available at the venue. Kei can help you make sure the right conditions are in place.
Planning a piano performance in Paris
Practical answers for planning a concert, wedding or musical event with Kei Shimizu.
What kinds of events can Kei Shimizu perform at?
Kei Shimizu performs at public concerts and private events, including weddings, ceremonies, cocktail receptions, dinners, seminars, exhibition openings and cultural occasions. Each proposal is shaped around the venue, audience and atmosphere you have in mind.
Where does Kei Shimizu perform?
Kei performs in Paris, Val-de-Marne and across Île-de-France. Travel elsewhere in France or abroad can be arranged according to the project.
Does the venue need to provide a piano?
Yes. A piano must be available at the venue for the performance. Before confirming the project, Kei can help you check with the venue that the instrument, its placement and the welcome conditions suit the event.
Can I request an entirely classical programme?
Yes. Classical repertoire is at the heart of Kei’s work: French music, baroque, romantic music and chamber repertoire can form an elegant, coherent programme. Bach, Beethoven, Schubert, Chopin, Liszt, Debussy, Ravel and Fauré can guide a recital, ceremony or event according to the venue and atmosphere you have in mind.
Can I request animation music for an event?
Yes. One or more pieces of animation music can be included in a piano programme when they suit the occasion and its guests. They can sit alongside classical works or become the thread of a programme specially devised around that world.
Can video-game music be included in a performance?
Yes. Video-game music can be performed in a piano arrangement, as a personal touch within a classical programme or in a selection devoted to that repertoire. The choice is always made for the venue, audience and occasion.
Can I request a solo or duo performance?
Yes. Kei can perform solo, in a duo or with an ensemble suited to the project. The line-up depends on the venue, the repertoire and the musical experience you would like to create.
How far in advance should I get in touch?
It is best to get in touch as early as possible, so that availability, venue conditions and programme preparation can be considered. Enquiries closer to the date may also be possible, depending on the diary.
How is the fee for a piano performance determined?
Every performance receives a tailored proposal. The quote takes into account the date, venue, duration, musical format, repertoire and any travel requirements.
What information should I send to request a proposal?
Please include the date, city or venue, type of event, intended format, desired duration, musical atmosphere and whether a piano is available. This helps Kei respond with a relevant proposal.
Make room for music.
Tell Kei the date, venue, type of event and atmosphere you have in mind. She will come back to you with a tailored proposal.
