Christmas Party•Reviewed on January 6, 2014•From Frederick, MD
Mike was wonderful...played for 2 hours straight. Exactly what I was hoping for.
Review by Jarrod F.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on December 29, 2013•From Elkridge, MD
What can I say... Mr. O'Connell showed up 15 minutes early, was sharply dressed, well groomed and incredibly polite. He performed my mother's favorite song upon request "I Will Survive," and he was more than willing to take additional request from the party attendees. During the entire night, I had one ear tuned to conversations and the other directly to Mr. O'Connell's performance, which was just spot on. He played a wide selection of songs that were perfect for the party and was such a gentleman. I was proud that he could make my mother's 60th birthday very special and would be more than honored to have him perform at future events.
Review by John R.
Corporate Function•Reviewed on December 9, 2013•From Washington, DC
Mr. O'Connell was luckily available after our company discovered a scheduling error. While the holiday is an extremely busy season for Mr. O'Connell, he found the time to offer his services. Mr. O'Connell played a range of music for us. Starting with some holiday classics, he provided a comfortable and light background for our guests to enjoy while we networked over cocktails and appetizers. After our CEO and President addressed our guests, Mr. O'Connell recognized the livelier mood after our dinner and played more modern music that allowed our guests to join him at the piano to sing along. Overall, excellent service from a talented entertainer!
Review by Terri D.
Holiday Party•Reviewed on December 8, 2013•From Great Falls, VA
Mike played for about 4 hours at our holiday party. I was in charge of booking him, finding and presenting music that we would like him to play and finally singing a duet and a few carols together with the guests. He made sure the sound through the speakers and microphones was just right. We had never sung together and thankfully we sounded wonderful! The guests thought that we had practiced together and were pleased with our song "Baby it's cold outside." He has a great voice and plays the piano beautifully. We were 5 stars pleased with him. We hope to have him at our holiday party next year too.
Review by Douglas W.
Cocktail Party•Reviewed on August 24, 2013•From Leesburg, VA
I hired Mike to play sophisticated music as a background to my cocktail party. He played 3 1/2 hours nonstop. My guests thought he played beautifully and that he provided just the right backdrop for the event.
Review by Jeff K.
Engagement Party•Reviewed on July 31, 2013•From Fredericksburg, VA
I hired Mike to play solo piano after a cross-country proposal in front of family. The exact start and completion time was open up until a week before the event. Mike was flexible and open with the slight time changes. He was professional thru and thru. Quick and courteous e-mail communication. Excitement about the event. Dressed professionally. Open to suggestions and offered recommendations. Mike learned and played "Ring of Fire", one of our favorites. Mike added great ambiance, making the day most memorable.
Review by Robert T.
Cocktail Party•Reviewed on June 18, 2013•From Falls Church, VA
Excellent pianist. I will definately use him again.
Review by Araceli R.
Anniversary Party•Reviewed on June 13, 2013•From Germantown, MD
We were very pleased with Mike's performance. He arrived early, played the songs we requested, and pretty much played through the night. We had contracted four hours and he took maybe two breaks, one to let us make some announcements. A true professional and talented musician; we recommend him wholeheartedly.
Review by Victoria S.
Engagement Party•Reviewed on May 25, 2013•From Great Falls, VA
Mike was the best. Our event was at our home and when he arrived, we were dealing with caterers and out of town guests. He promptly set up, played in multiple locations and the music was superb. He was the big hit of our party. The food was fantastic, but it was Mike who was the highlight of our event. We liked him so much, in September we are booking him again for our daughter's wedding shower.
Vicki, Great Falls, Virginia
Review by Sue P.
Graduation Party•Reviewed on May 13, 2013•From Sterling, VA
Michael was great. He is very talented and the music was wonderful. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that Michael could also sing in addition to playing the piano.
I am very glad I selected Michael to entertain us for this graduation party event and I will definitely keep his name in mind for future events.
Review by Stephanie G.
Corporate Function•Reviewed on April 25, 2013•From McLean, VA
Mike was great. We had a corporate function outside and it was super windy out, but Mike didn't care and played on as if nothing was wrong! He is very talented and the guests all enjoyed his music!
Review by Terry G.
Cocktail Party•Reviewed on October 13, 2012•From Leesburg, VA
Mike played the piano and sang at my son's wedding. He was professional and courteous and I've recommended him to friends and anyone planning a wedding or party. His song selection really set the mood nicely, and he played several requests without missing a beat!
