Claudia, the Passionate Pianist: Music beyond words

"Claudia played at the cocktail hour before my son and daughter-in-law's wedding in Pittsburgh. She is a fantastic pianist and professional. She is very accommodating and dependable. I would not hesitate to hire her again. Claudia even included a beautiful program to be distributed to our guests. And for you, Claudia.....Thank you so very very much for your FANTASTIC music and professionalism. It was a real pleasure having you as Andrew and Marla's pianist at the wedding cocktail party. You made the party so much more enjoyable :o) I'm emailing to the Hilton so that if any future event holders inquire or if the Hilton were to need a pianist, I would highly recommend you to all of them. Again, thank you!!!!!! - Nancy T. - 07/03/10 - Wedding at the Hilton Pittsburgh Hotel - Pittsburgh, PA - (gig ID# 706152)

"Dear Claudia, how lucky we were to be able to have you play for Lindsay and Ian's wedding reception! Thanks you for helping to make it such a memorable occasion. Your professionalism is second to none in all aspects! Sincerely" - Marilyn W. - 05/15/10 - Wedding at the Hyeholde Restaurant - Pittsburgh, PA

"Wonderful! Claudia, wow - you are amazing! Thank you for being such a great change to add to our mix! Your product is definitely One Oxford Centre style! I hope you like your time here. It was a pleasure listening to your music! You are truly wonderful!" - Shanna L. A. - Marketing Director Oxford Development Company - 04/16/10 - Performances 3 days a week, during March, April and May 2010 at the One Oxford Centre building - Pittsburgh, PA

"Claudia, on behalf of L.A.C.U.and my own, thank you so much for your so excellent performance in the CLAS festival! One thousand thanks for your presentation!" (30th Latin American and Caribbean Festival 2010) - Ada C. M. - President of L.A.C.U.) - 04/01/10 - Performance at the William Pitt Union - Pittsburgh, PA

"Claudia, thank you so much for everything you did for the wedding. You did a fantastic job. I really loved hearing you play in person. You made the big day so memorable. I got lots of comments on how good you did. If you ever need anyone to give you a reference, feel free to give my name and email. Thank you once again for all your help and music." - Vicki P. - 11/14/09 - Wedding at The Old Stone Church - Monroeville, PA - Gig ID#: 562440

"I’d also like to recognize and thank who have helped make the Regional Welcome & Media Center a warm and welcoming place for international visitors and journalists. We have been lucky this week to have tremendous local musical talent fill the space with music. Claudia Sanchez, an Argentine native, played piano several days during Summit Week.” – Bill Flanagan (Executive vice president for corporate relations at the Allegheny Conference on Community Development, and publisher of the Pittsburgh G-20 Partnership Web site) - 09/25/09 - Pittsburgh G 20 Summit – Pittsburgh (PA) - Published in the official website: https://www.pittsburghg20.org/NoteArchiveSept25.aspx )

"We worked with Claudia at a particular venue where playing conditions were less than adequate. Not only did this wonderful woman overcome a piano with stuck and lifeless keys, bad lighting and no lines of sight to the ceremony, she excelled and provided a very moving and yes, passionate accompaniment. Claudia cares deeply about not only her art, but also the people she so delightfully entertains." Chap. Mark and Rev. Jeanie DeNuzzio (“A simple vow”) – 07/16/09 - Wedding – Pittsburgh, PA

"The Passionate Pianist played so beautifully today!” - Denise L. N. (Corporate Planner) – 09/22/09 – Welcome & Media Center – Pittsburgh G 20 Summit – Pittsburgh (PA)

"Dear Claudia, we spent a beautiful night with you and such a wonderful music! We all enjoyed enormously!” - Rafael & Marcela V. – 09/19/09 – Adult Birthday Party – Penn Hills, Pittsburgh, PA

“Claudia, I wanted to thank you again for the wonderful music for Stan and his party. You added that special atmosphere that everyone enjoyed so very much. The song selection was amazing and your performance was just breath taking. Thank you just doesn't sum up how wonderful you were. I know you have a lot of performances you are preparing for. Thank you for taking this on. I also know the incredible amount of time you invested in making this possible.” – Mariann G. - 07/25/09 – 60^th Birthday Party - Pittsburgh, PA

" Claudia, you don't know how much you helped me! We enjoyed your wonderful music. You are a delight to hear but to know you, too. Thank you! - Denise S. - 06/27/09 - Wedding at the George Washington Hotel - Washington, PA - Gig ID#: 500340

"Claudia, I wanted to thank you! You play beautifully! It really added a special touch to our day! We especially enjoyed your music! I just really can't thank you enough! I am glad that we found you! I would recommend you to anyone and everyone! You truly added to the ambiance of the day! Hopefully we will be lucky enough to hear you play again! Thank you again! - Jill B. - 06/26/09 - Wedding at the Pittsburgh Athletic Association - Pittsburgh, PA

"Her service and music is truly beyond words! She is 5 + stars." - Sarah B. - 06/05/09 - Wedding - Youngstown, OH - Gig ID#: 459024

"Awesome service! Wonderful Pianist! Beautiful woman! Claudia, the Passionate Pianist, is really BEYOND WORDS in every sense." - Andrew L. - 05/13/09 - Celebration - Altoona, PA - Gig ID#: 462305

"Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Claudia is spectacular! Everybody was enchanted and loved her performance!" David S. - 05/11/09 - Private Party - Pittsburgh, PA - Gig ID#: 459019

"Dear Claudia, we enjoyed your music so very much. Our best to you. Teresa." 05/09/09 - Wedding at the Green Gables Restaurant - Greensburg, PA

"Her professionalism: 5 stars. How accommodating was Claudia in handling special requests for our event: 5 stars. Her overall talent: 5 stars. How strongly we would recommend Claudia, the Passionate Pianist to a friend: 5 stars. Our overall satisfaction with her: 5 stars. If we had the chance to rate her 6 stars... we would do it. She is truly beyond words, and beyond ratings." Susan H. - 04/12/09 - Easter Celebration - Akron, OH - Gig ID#: 454207

"Fabulous!!!! Would recommend without a doubt. Exquisite music selection. Claudia played at my wedding ceremony and reception. My guests loved her. Once I contacted Claudia I knew that she was the one to add an elegant ambiance to my special day." Migdalia L. - 04/11/09 - Wedding at the Grand Concourse in Station Square - Pittsburgh, PA - Gig ID#: 478364

"Claudia, thank you for a beautiful ceremony and cocktail hour filled with your music! Beautiful, elegant, entertaining, and wonderful addition to our wedding celebration. Thank you! Thank you for playing your beautiful music. Our guests have raved about you! And thanks again for such outstanding service. We will happily recommend you to others for their special events." Kelly L. & Clinton W. - 03/21/09 - Wedding at the Crowne Plaza South Hotel - Bethel Park (Pittsburgh), PA - Gig ID#: 439854

"Dear Claudia, thank you for sharing your time and talent at the Annual Love of Life fundraiser that was kicked off on Saturday, March 7, 2009. Your piano entertainment was the right touch for this venue and event. As an event planner I can honestly say that my first experience working with you was a pleasant one and I would be confident to recommend you to others as well as engage you again. Your attention to detail was greatly appreciated and ultimately put me at ease leading up to the event. Thank you for that! I truly appreciate your willingness to participate in our event this year and look forward to future opportunities to work with you again. Sincerely." Paula L. H.- 03/09/09- Executive Director Indiana Healthcare Foundation - Performance at the Heritage House - Indiana, PA

"I wanted to thank you again for all of the great work you did here at Pittsburgh International Airport . You really helped us increase our customer service with the wonderful music program you performed. I especially liked all the planning and effort that went into designing a different program for every day. That was quite a special touch. You are great to work with and look forward to working with you on future projects." JoAnn J. - 02/20/09 - Director, Communications - Allegheny County Airport Authority - Pittsburgh, PA

"Claudia, I just want you to know that I have listened to several of the songs played by you and "beautiful music" just isn't enough to say. You are truly talented." Deb M. L. - 02/17/09 - Newville, PA

"Claudia is an outstanding pianist." JoAnn J. at the Airport newsletter December 2008 - Director, Communications - Allegheny County Airport Authority - Pittsburgh, PA

"Claudia has been excellent since the moment I contacted her, then during the process of customizing the repertory for us and assisting us with ideas, to the performance itself. She came to our party almost one hour in advance. Her performance was definitely beyond words. I recommend her without hesitation. She is awesome." -- Clint H, Canton, OH, 12/27/2008

"Excellence in every way!" -- Jeff A, Morgantown, WV, 11/1/2008

"Dear Claudia, You have such great gifts to share with the world. You and your music are great and inspirational. I am so grateful for you and your wonderful performance at our gathering in Oct. With much appreciation," Brooke G . - Plum (PA) 10/13/08

"Again thanks you again for helping to make my party for Connie special." Bob. B - 10/12/08 - Altoona, PA

"She was PERFECT! Words cannot express how thankful we are that Claudia shared her talent at our party. Her performance was one that will be cherished and remembered for a lifetime. Everyone was commenting on how they enjoyed hearing the Passionate Pianist." -- Peter A, Pittsburgh, PA, 3/9/2008

"I am an event planner, and this is not the first party that I hire this great piano player. Here’s what this client said after his wedding in Pittsburgh (PA): 'Claudia is the consummate professional, a superb pianist and a wonderful performer. Her image and dress are impeccable... She takes care of every detail. I can't tell how much I appreciate all her help and how quickly she has responded to me. Claudia, in this very special day for us your help has made it even better. Thank you so, so much!' " Kevin R.- 06/07/2008 - Wedding - Pittsburgh, PA - Gig ID#: 409115

"Pianist Claudia was hired for this wedding in Ohio, although there are many piano players closer to them in Cleveland, Columbus, Toledo, Akron (OH). Nevertheless, she traveled from Pennsylvania, and this is what the bride and groom wrote to her: Her music was an elegant and beautiful way to celebrate our wedding brunch. I contacted Claudia even though she is located out of state and from the first contact I had with her I knew she was the one and only one for our wedding. Her spirit and passion for the piano transcended across the ballroom. Her timing, grace and experience helped create a multitude of wonderful wedding moments. She is amazing and I strongly recommend her to anyone who wants to make their event unforgettable. Claudia, your music truly touched our hearts...thank you for making the journey to us, you and your talents are beyond words." Karmen B. - 4/5/2008 - Wedding at the Lake Forest Country Club - Hudson, OH - Gig ID#: 326668

"The best pianist and keyboard player your can get for your private party or event in Pittsburgh (PA) metro area, playing music, from jazz, pop, oldies and classical to tango, new age, romantic latin and ambient music, here she is. My review: “She was PERFECT! Words cannot express how thankful we are that Claudia shared her talent at our party. Her performance was one that will be cherished and remembered for a lifetime. Everyone was commenting on how they enjoyed hearing the Passionate Pianist.” - Peter A. - 3/9/2008 - Private celebration - Pittsburgh, PA - Gig ID#: 368965

"This is our experience about cocktail hour pianists or wedding piano performers in Johnstown, Pennsylvania PA, after the search from what we hired this Passionate Pianist: “Claudia is beyond the imagination of what you would expect from a professional pianist. She made the effort to preview our event facility, to learn about her audience, and to offer suggestions. She provided the perfect musical backdrop to our event. We recommend Claudia to everybody. We will hire her again without question!.” - Martin J.L. - 3/3/2008 - Corporate function - Johnstown, PA - Gig ID#: 369147

"Hiring a professional piano or keyboard performer in Pittsburgh (PA) can be tricky: many students or players with very little experience offer you jazz piano music at a very low rate. We have had bad experiences until we hired the Passionate Pianist for our private celebration in Monroeville (PA). We didn’t chose her based on the price, and: “Claudia's performance touched everyone. She is very talented and elegant. We were blessed to have found her and would not hesitate to call on her again.” - Donna S. - 2/18/2008 - Private celebration - Monroeville, PA - Gig ID#: 363543

"We organized a Christmas event in Murrysville (Pennsylvania). We wanted an ambient / cocktail pianist. We got the best. So here’s our testimonial: “Claudia was truly outstanding for our party. She was extremely professional and very talented. We enjoyed her music tremendously. We recommend Claudia to anyone and everyone. It was an awesome experience having the Passionate Pianist performance at our event” - James S. - 12/22/2007 - Christmas private party at home - Murrysville, PA - Gig ID#: 342950

"When it comes to a solo pianist for hire to a Christmas party in Pittsburgh (PA), let me say we had the best keyboard player, that also brought her outstanding portable piano and equipment, to the point we thought we were hearing a real baby grand piano. In summary: “She was absolutely awesome!! Her attire was perfect. She played beautifully a wide range of music. Everyone spoke very highly of her and her music. Claudia went far beyond what we had anticipated. Of course, I will hire her again!” - Peter A. - 12/22/2007 - Christmas Celebration at Restaurant - Pittsburgh, PA - Gig ID#: 342947

"I had to hire a piano player or keyboardist for our corporate function in Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania). I got many proposals, and finally I think we got the best pianist. In a few words: “She was terrific. We were so impressed. So many people came to me expressing how beautiful her music is and how much they enjoyed. She handled all aspects of the gig with the highest level of professionalism and talent. I would give Claudia the highest recommendation possible!” - Richard H. - 8/17/2007 - Corporate Function - Pittsburgh, PA - Gig ID#: 334679

"We had to hire a keyboardist player for our birthday party, in Greensburg (PA), and we booked her. What can I say? “Perfection!!! She arrived on time, was dressed elegantly and her music set the perfect mood for our event. I knew I made a great choice... and my guests agreed. She was talented and cost effective. Loved her!!!!!! Claudia, Thank you so much, you have exceeded our expectation in every way.” - Kevin R.- 11/20/2007 -Birthday Party- Greensburg, PA-Gig ID#: 334325

"In need of Jazz pianists in Pittsburgh (PA)? This is our experience: “Claudia gave a beautiful and elegant performance. Even though she was playing background piano, many times the guests stopped everything just to listen to her. She has a large repertory and was able to accommodate our requests. Her range of music is wider than any other pianist we have heard. We were truly delighted with her music and would encourage anyone who wants to hire an absolutely charming, talented and beautiful pianist for their event to contract with the "Passionate Pianist". For our next event, she is our ONLY choice” - Teresa F. - 7/8/2007 - Private Party - Pittsburgh, PA - Gig ID#: 286209

"Looking for a Pianist in Monroeville (PA)? We hired her. “Claudia is amazing, wonderful, unique! She is so professional, friendly, elegant and provided the most beautiful background piano music you can imagine. She is the best in every sense! I am speechless! I give her the highest recommendation possible. When you have to choose the pianist for your event, do not tray to save a few dollars hiring someone just because of a low rate. Choose quality (besides, Claudia has very reasonable rates for what she offers). Nobody can compare with the Passionate Pianist!” - Donna S. - 8/8/2007 - Corporate Function - Monroeville, PA - Gig ID#: 297669

"At the moment to choose a piano player for this event in Cleveland, Ohio, we booked her. And this is what I think about her and her performance: “She is fantastic, absolutely above and beyond anything we ever expected. I can't say enough about Claudia, the Passionate Pianist. She made our party spectacular and unforgettable!!” Judith O. - 8/11/2007 - Grand Opening - Cleveland, OH - Gig ID#: 299273

“During my more than 30 years of experience as an Event Planner and Talent Agent (DC, MD, VA), I hired literally hundreds of background / ambient pianists. So believe me, I make this statement without any doubt: Claudia, the Passionate Pianist, is the best of all whom I have known. She has no comparison in this field. She deserves the highest rating possible. Not only I recommend her, but I encourage everybody to hire her over any other option. For the rest of my career I will never hire another pianist if she is available for my events.” - Kevin R. - 8/16/2007 - Convention - Washington, DC - Gig ID#: 300684

"We were looking for a background pianist for our Anniversary party in Indiana (PA). We have to say: “She is the best! Fantastic, terrific! We hired her in an "emergency". The pianist we hired... canceled 2 days before the party! When we decided to hire the Passionate Pianist we thought her price was too much for our budget, but since we didn't have more choices, we went ahead. WOW... what a surprise! We would pay her twice or more the next time, we will save on other items for a party, but we will have Claudia as the background pianist! You have no idea how important is to have this wonderful pianist that creates a warm and relaxed atmosphere. It is the perfect touch that makes your party just perfect. Thank you, Claudia... you are incredible!” - Heather And Jeremy S. - 8/17/2007 - Anniversary - Indiana, PA - Gig ID#: 301176

“Your performance has been great! Thank You so much for your hard work.” - Elle Stauffer – Director of Supervising & Associate Producers at HSN TV

“Claudia makes us a lot more elegant, she helps us a lot! Her music is lovely. It is so nice to have her. Beautiful, Claudia! You were wonderful, we loved having you. How terrific! Thank you Claudia!” - Adrienne Arpel – Owner of “Signature Club A” skincare and cosmetics - May 2007 - click to watch

“Gorgeous! Claudia is so beautiful, and her music, oh! I’ve been so enjoying that!” HSN TV show host: Lynn Murphy - May 2007 - click to watch

“Beautiful! Her music is so beautiful. I hope you can enjoy the sound of that piano. Thank you, Claudia!” - HSN TV show host: Colleen Lopez - May 2007 - click to watch

“Lovely, lovely! Thank you, Claudia” - HSN TV show host: Shivan Sarna - May 2007 - click to watch

“Very nice, very fancy music for us for this big party! So, thank you Claudia, we will try to live up to that beautiful classic standard!” - HSN TV show host: Shannon Smith - May 2007 - click to watch