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Richard Devens Reviews

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  • Avg 5.0 | 72 Reviews
  • Pianist from Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 143 Verified Bookings
  • Starting at $250 per event

72 Reviews for Richard Devens

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Review by Linda C.

Private Party•Reviewed on December 18, 2018•From Trumbull, CT

We've been having a holiday party for over 30 years. When our usual piano player couldn't make it this year we didn't know what to do. Happily after contacting GigMasters we found Mr. Devens. We initially got quotes that ranged from ridiculous to reasonable. Mr. Devens was reasonably priced, fit right in, and enjoyed our party as much as we enjoyed his music. Thank you!

Review by Matthew M.

Wedding•Reviewed on October 30, 2018•From Hudson, NY

Richard was excellent and played beautifully during our cocktail hour. He is extremely nice and amazing to work with.

Review by meghan m.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on October 7, 2018•From Hudson, NY

He was excellent. The music he played was perfect. We had him play music for our wedding ceremony and while guest were waiting. The music was fun. Prior to the event he played the music to me to make sure it was perfect. He has great communication. Complete professional. I highly recommend.

Review by Caroline M.

Wedding Reception•Reviewed on September 2, 2018•From Newburgh, NY

Richard was one of the best parts of our wedding: professional, excellent playing ability and very well mannered. He did such a wonderful job and we will definetly use him in the future.

Review by mary s.

Restaurant Event•Reviewed on July 15, 2018•From Poughkeepsie, NY

Absolutely fantastic, brilliant, sophisticated, musician. Made our event a beautiful, memorable evening for all.

Review by Stephanie G.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on July 8, 2018•From New Canaan, CT

Richard is a true talent and a pleasure to work with! Would definitely hire him again ! He performed classical music in an intimate home setting for about 40’People and he captivated the group!! So happy to have found him on this site !! Thank you! Highly highly recommend !!

Review by Ellen M.

Graduation Party•Reviewed on June 23, 2018•From West Orange, NJ

Professional well accomplished pianist! Richard made the party with the wonderful selection of music he selected and played! Will call upon him again!

Review by Michelle K.

Rehearsal Dinner•Reviewed on June 22, 2018•From Hudson, NY

Richard played for our son's rehersal dinner. I left him a list of artists that our son liked, and Richard played several songs as well as the stand bys. He was prompt and wonderful to deal with. You can't go wrong with Richard!

Review by Evelyn P.

School Assembly•Reviewed on March 24, 2018•From Port Jefferson, NY

Richard Devens is a Wonderful Pianist. He went above and beyond my expectations. He was punctual, and ready to play for my daughters violin all-state Nyssma performance as her pianist accompaniment. Would highly recommend him to anyone who would need a professional pianist to play at their event. Awesome! +++++. Thank You Gig Masters for having such a high caliber pianist in their musical repertoire. Thank You Richard for making my daughters performance such a success!

Review by Robert B.

Funeral•Reviewed on February 26, 2018•From Torrington, CT

Richard was very accommodating and helpful in planning the music for the memorial service for my mother. It took place in an unheated mausoleum and required the use of a digital vs. acoustic piano. Richard advised me on what classical repertoire would work under these circumstances. Over the phone he played some Bach preludes and a Mozart sonata and we made some choices which worked very well. I also had two specific requests from popular music that Richard did not have in his collection and he acquired the music for this occasion. His playing was excellent and added much to the ceremony that we planned.

Review by Lisa A.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 12, 2017•From Tarrytown, NY

Richard Devens was fantastic as we hired him for our office holiday party and he played piano music beautifully and he played a nice mix of holiday music and other music that was appropriate for our holiday gathering. He was also very professional and prompt and we would definitely hire him again for our next event.

Review by Dorothy Z.

Wedding•Reviewed on October 29, 2017•From Carle Place, NY

Richard was wonderful! He accommodated specific music I wanted to be played during my cocktail hour. He also arrived on time and played beautifully. I highly recommend him!

Review by Dina S.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on October 30, 2017•From New York City, NY

Richard came on time and also brought violin player. They played as a duet many classical and more contemporary pieces. The musicians created a wonderful atmosphere for the party. All our guests enjoyed their performance. If we ever have a party of that scale, we would definitely hire them again.

Review by Keith T.

Wedding Reception•Reviewed on November 9, 2017•From Hudson, NY

Richard was a pleasure to work with. He played at or wedding reception in Hudson on October 21st. He arrived early and appropriately attiered. His joy for his music and playing shows and made for the most enjoyable evening. Thank you Richard!

Review by justin b.

Wedding Reception•Reviewed on September 6, 2017•From Hudson, NY

Richard is a wonderful pianist. We hired him to play piano music during our cocktail hour and the first hour of dinner. He learned multiple pieces for me, and he played everything so flawlesssly. I highly recommend him, and I hope we can find an opportunity to use his services again.

Review by Tess G.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on August 30, 2017•From New York City, NY

Lovely person and talented pianist!!! Thank you so much!!!!!!!!

Review by Lorraine M.

Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on July 1, 2017•From New Rochelle, NY

Richard is a very nice man and did a great job.

Review by Kellyann D.

Wedding•Reviewed on April 26, 2016•From New Rochelle, NY

Rich was a wonderful part of our wedding. He is very professional and all the guests loved listening to him play during our cocktail hour.

Review by ada r.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 20, 2015•From Merrick, NY

Richard was great! Extremely talented and very personable and professional!

Review by Marion d.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 24, 2014•From Millerton, NY

Richard is a gifted piano player, who played a wonderful variety of music with just the right tempo and volume for our party. Several of our guests requested his card and we look forward to engaging his talents again.

Review by Kate K.

Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 24, 2014•From Darien, CT

Richard is a very talented pianist! He was a wonderful addition to our annual Christmas party. He was prompt, courteous and professional and received a well deserved standing ovation from all of our guests. It was a pleasure having him perform in our home.

Review by Peter C.

Wedding Cocktail Hour•Reviewed on August 24, 2014•From Beacon, NY

Richard was a wonderful addition to the cocktail hour at our daughter's wedding reception. He is very professional and very talented. He has an incredible repertoire and even handled request from the guests. He provided the exact mood we were going for.

Review by Elana S.

Cocktail Party•Reviewed on May 7, 2014•From New York City, NY

Richard was very professional and polite. He played our entire engagement without issue and is quite talented. Thank you, Richard!

Review by michele t.

Cocktail Party•Reviewed on April 11, 2014•From New Rochelle, NY

Richard was on time and from the moment he sat down played absolutely beautifully. He played a variety of songs which many guests enjoyed. We would definitely contact him in the future for our New Rochelle Bar Association Events. Many members took his card as well ! His talent and professionalism made our event truly memorable.

Review by John D.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on April 4, 2014•From Hoboken, NJ

I planned a cowboy themed birthday party and asked Richard to play ragtime and early jazz standards to create a saloon feel. He arrived early and played three hours with hardly any breaks. I am completely satisfied.