NJ Pianist Arnie Abrams

I tried to book Arnie as a pianist for Catholic church wedding since I do not like organs. Arnie was always pretty quick with responses and kept a professional manner whenever we exchanged emails. He had approved the songs I requested and even offered to learn a couple of untraditional processional songs that I wanted. I sent him the ceremony outline which he approved, however, about 2 weeks before my wedding, he had offered a colleague of his to work my wedding. I come to find out that Arnie does not know the layout of a Catholic ceremony and even told my cantor so. The replacement was wonderful on the piano and was even a former music director for a local church. I'm sure Arnie would have played beautifully, but I didn't appreciate him approving the program and saying he can do it when he didn't know what it was about. For a wedding mass, the musician is very important. He needs to know what songs to play, at what key, and when they're played.

Arnie – Thank you for providing that virtuoso performance at our wedding reception. You made the evening flow so exceptionally well with the selections of music you provided. You certainly exceeded my Bride’s and my expectations! You are a top of the line, number one, professional performer. God Bless you!
Sincerely,
Dean R. – Molly Pitcher Inn - Wedding 9/15/12

We just got married, yesterday! Arnie was the best. From the initial contact via e-mail to actually meeting him and hearing his music live for the first time at our wedding. He is responsive to both e-mails and phone calls.

Arnie plays wonderfully, is extremely personable, and as a "side note" ... LOL his fee is extremely reasonable and is not a clock watcher. He is wonderful at "reading the crowd" and can easily switch from keyboard to piano.

Anyone who hires Arnie Abrams will not be disappointed if you are looking for a warm and intimate setting. He ABSOLUTELY helped make the day one to remember!

Arnie was EXCELLENT!!! Very accomodating and professional, always available for questions/suggestions during the planning process - a real gentleman. Arnie provided beautiful music for our ceremony and cocktail hour and we heard so many rave reviews from our guests! Thank you again, Arnie, for sharing your talent and helping to make our wedding day perfect! Cheryl & Brad , 4/27/12

Arnie played our wedding's cocktail hour, and he really helped set the mood for the afternoon. His choice of songs was excellent. I wish there had been more time for me to stop & listen!

What a great way to start my wedding. From the time I walked in with
Arnie playing What a difference you made in my life and through out
the entire time the music was beautiful. Everyone commented on how
great the piano player was. I would highly recommend Arnie for
your event.

Thanks
Lucille & John

Arnie was wonderful, from start to finish! We were looking for someone to play at our ceremony and keep our guests entertained for our second wedding/brunch, and who understood the mood and feeling we hoped to create...an intimate, easy, informal, fun, and yet still classy celebration...someone who would keep the celebration moving, and ensure that despite not having a typical "reception" with DJ/band, dancing, etc, guests would be sure to enjoy themselves. Arnie delivered on this beutifully, and "got it" from our very first phone conversation. He was easy going, reassuring, and flexible, and has so much experience on which to draw that he knew right away what to do and how to create what we were looking for, even when we weren't entirely sure ourselves. Guests repeatedly told us what a great time they had, how much they enjoyed the music, and how much they enjoyed Arnie himself. He is friendly, warm, engaging, and refreshingly spontaneous, and he is willig to be as much (or as little) of a presence as you'd like him to be. Personally, we wanted Arnie and his music to be showcased, not "background", and it was extremely enjoyable for all. But Arnie is unpretentious, and perfectly content to be "background" too if that fits your style/vision better. No matter what your preference, Arnie is willing and able to deliver. He is accommodating, easy-going, professional, helpful and extremely responsive. He is heart-warmingly reassuring whenever the inevital "snags" that come up in planning almost any wedding arise, and almost always has ideas and suggestions for how to make things work so that you don't have to stress much at all. If you are fortunate enough to have Arnie play for you and your guests on your special day, you won't be disappointed. You honestly couldn't find a better guy. He is talented, can play a hugely versatile range of music, and in all likelihood, he will feel more like family by the time your event is over than a "vendor," and you will be happy to have shared your special day with him. It's not always easy to find vendors who are both extremely good at what they do, and yet are so genuinely pleasant to be with. You should scoop him up, if you have the opportunity!

Mr. Abrams provided beautiful piano playing for all of my guests during our cocktail hour for our wedding. He has an amazing wealth of memorized songs from so many genres that delighted all of my guests. He took requests and played beautiful for the whole time. I am so pleased that I found his website, and I would call him again for an event in a second!

Arnie was so easy to work with and so responsive. My guests loved his music and I was so glad that I hired him!

Arnie's music and professionalism were outstanding. He was such a pleasure to deal with in every way. He answered and returned phone calls right away. He was solicitous and responsive in determining what music we wanted to play at our wedding and his music was FANTASTIC. We, and all our guests, loved his piano playing, his singing and the seamless transitions to occasional recorded music. He was the best and I would highly recommend him.

Arnie Abrams was a wonderful addition to our cocktail hour and sounded absolutely beautiful on the piano. He was wonderful to work with and highly recommended!

Arnie was absolutely amazing! My wife and I hired him to perform at our cocktail hour and couldn't have been happier. As soon as we arrived at the country club we could hear piano playing and light conversation in the background, it was such a joy and we were both so impressed. Arnie is very responsive, showed up prior to his scheduled time and was always professional. He took requests and interacted with our guests, and by doing so brought our cocktail hour to the next level. When I first found Arnie's website, I kept saying I want to hire him, and I almost waited until the last minute. I am so fortunate he was available because it was a part of our wedding we will never forget. We definitely recommend Arnie's services.

Arnie was fantastic! He was very professional in the planning process, getting back to my questions and requests very quickly and enthusiastically. He did a wonderful job and the music was beautiful. He knew just what to do and when to play and what style we were looking for. We received so many compliments afterwards. He really gave so much to our wedding and made it even more memorable. I highly, highly recommend Arnie!! Thank you again!

Arnie played at the 1.5 hour cocktail hour at our wedding. He was great! Very professional & played the music we asked for. I would highly recommend Arnie!

I used Arnie to play at my church wedding ceremony and at my cocktail hour at the reception. He was wonderful!!!! From the first moment I contacted him he was very responsive. He sends out a list of exactly what he needs from the bride along with song suggestions and it's very helpful. He was very prompt for our wedding and the music sounded wonderful. He gave our cocktail hour the feel of being in a piano bar which is exactly what we were looking for. I want to have a party just so I can use Arnie again! I highly recommend him...he is worth every penny!

Arnie I am just writing to thank you so much for appearing at my daughters wedding at the Grand Colonial on June 4 2011. We needed that special performer to play piano for the cocktail hour, and I couldn't have made a better choice. Your playing and vocals were 1st class. I had asked for a particular song list to be played and you were more then accommodating.Having so many vendors to deal with for a wedding can be somewhat stressful, but you made the process from beginning to end a pleasure. Both my daughters are now married but if an occasion ever arises when I need a great musician and singer I know who to call.

Thank You
Vincent Downey

Arnie was amazing! He arrived early, set up and played fantastic music! At cocktail hour, our guests were singing along to his music! He was wonderful during planning with music suggestions! He helped to make our night magical!

Arnie Abrams helped to make our wedding even more memorable. We were a little particular as to what we wanted for our music. He listened to our comments and found the type of music that made us happy. Our guests enjoyed his music and songs as well. He was ready for us when we arrived at the reception with his great musical equipment, looked handsome, played and sang beautifully, provided a personal touch with our guests, was reasonably priced, and conducted the entire evening with class and professionalism. We were extremely pleased with his services.

Arnie was the Man of the day to me! He truly saved me! I was completely disappointed in myself when I realized i Had forgotten music for my ceremony and my cocktail hour. Well, I called Arnie about a week and a 1/2 to two weeks prior to my wedding and he worked with me so and he made it happen!!! I sent him my money and he was there on time and ready to roll. He was so nice and did an amazing job! I really wish I had the opportunity to get to know him better. But, I booked way to close to my wedding. However, I will be using him again.