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Juilliard-Pianist Paulina Simkin

Ceremony pricing

Prices start at $1,000

Reception pricing

Prices start at $1,000

Packages

Prices start at $1,000

Category: Live Solo Performer

Type: Solo instrumentalist

Genres: Blues

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About Juilliard-Pianist Paulina Simkin

Juilliard-Pianist Paulina Simkin

Juilliard-trained, award-winning pianist Paulina Simkin brings world-class artistry to weddings and upscale events. A Fulbright Fellow and Young Steinway Artist, she has performed at Carnegie Hall and toured across Europe, the U.S., and Asia. She performs regularly at top wedding venues such as Carondelet House, The Ebell Club, The Biltmore, The Plaza, The Ranch at Laguna Beach, and just became the new pianist at the Chateau Marmont. Whether you envision ceremony music that is uniquely you two, a sophisticated cocktail-hour ambiance, or a modern, cinematic mood, Paulina curates each performance to match your style and love story.

Known as a “piano DJ”, Paulina blends music styles seamlessly, feeling the room’s energy and transitioning between genres with ease and magic. Her versatile repertoire includes classics & hits by a wide variety of artists such as Sinatra, Satie, Piaf, Elvis Presley, Billy Joel, Elton John, Alicia Keys, Adele, Bruno Mars, Coldplay, Drake, and Ludovico Einaudi. “As an empath, I connect with your guests through your favorite music. I love learning your favorite songs to create a personalized soundtrack for your special day so that even when you can’t be with your guests while taking pictures they feel your presence through your music choices”.

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Services

Hear us live
Learning new songs
Music during breaks

Musical genres

Blues
Classical
Country/Folk
Disco/Funk
Jazz
Latin
Motown/Soul
Pop/Top 40s
R&B
Rap/Hip Hop
Rock

Event types

After party
Cocktail hour
Couples luncheon
Elopement
Engagement party
Farewell brunch
Other
Rehearsal dinner
Wedding ceremony
Wedding reception
Wedding shower
Welcome party

Juilliard-Pianist Paulina Simkin packages

Piano Aficionado

Price$1,000

Description

This is a wonderful choice if you would love some piano music for shorter parts of your wedding, such as your guests' arrival, ceremony or cocktail hour. Many couples miss out on having music during their guests' arrival, which can be so crucial to set the tone - pun intended - of your special day. Through your favorite music you can be with them from the start. We can choose different genres for different parts of your wedding, including classical, jazz, pop, rock, soul, country and hip hop.

What’s included

Up to 2 hrs
Full catalogue of music pieces to choose from
Custom set list including your most loved songs
2 Special song requests
(your favorite songs that I will learn for you)
Up to 2 consultation calls (up to 1 hr each)
Price incl. travel up to 50 miles radius from LA
Travel outside of this radius for a flat fee

Piano Connoisseur

Price$1,500

Description

This is a wonderful choice if you would love piano music for several parts of your wedding, such as your guests' arrival, ceremony, cocktail hour or part of your reception. Many couples miss out on having music during their guests' arrival, which can be so crucial to set the tone - pun intended - of your special day. We can choose different genres for different parts of your wedding, including classical, jazz, pop, rock, soul, country and hip hop. Your presence will be felt through your music.

What’s included

Up to 3 hrs
Full catalogue of piano pieces to choose from
Custom set list including your most loved songs
3 Special song request
(your favorite songs that I will learn for you)
Up to 3 consultation calls (up to 1 hr each)
Price incl. travel up to 50 miles radius from LA
Travel outside of this radius for a flat fee

Piano Friend

Price$2,000

Description

This is a wonderful choice if you would love piano music for longer parts of your wedding, such as your guests' arrival, ceremony, cocktail hour or most of your reception. We can choose different genres for different parts of your wedding, including classical, jazz, pop, rock, soul, country and hip hop. Together, we will curate a list of your favorite songs to reflect your vision and entertain your guests when you can't so your guests will always feel your presence through your music choices!

What’s included

Up to 4 hrs
Full catalogue of music pieces to choose from
Custom set list including your most loved songs
4 Special song request
(your favorite songs that I will learn for you)
Up to 4 consultation calls (up to 1 hr each)
Price incl. travel up to 50 miles radius from LA
Travel outside of this radius for a flat fee

Piano Lover

Price$5,000

Description

If your venue doesn't have a piano I will rent a grand piano (black or white) for you and have it delivered to your preferred location! This package includes all elements of the previous packages + the cost of the grand piano rental, transportation, tuning, set up, arrival & pickup assistance, any communication and transactions with the rental house. I will be available to you the entire day of your wedding to ensure runs smoothly and beautifully.

What’s included

All day
Full catalogue of music pieces to choose from
Custom set list including your most loved songs
5 Special song request
(your favorite songs that I will learn for you)
Up to 5 consultation calls (up to 1 hr each)
Price incl. travel up to 50 miles radius from LA
Travel outside of this radius for a flat fee

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Paulina Review
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•Danlei Z.•Dec 15
Paulina is amazing! She’s so talented - she blended right in w our design and also perfectly enhanced the ambiance of our reception. She learned the theme song to one of my and my husband’s favorite animated series and is so sweet, professional, and easy to work with. If I want a pianist for any event in the future, then I’d definitely re-hire her!
Breathtaking!
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•Karissa C.•Dec 10
Absolutely breathtaking!! Yesterday was beyond perfect. Thank you for being a part of making our wedding day sooo special!!! You are amazing!
Outstanding Pianist with a Personal Touch
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•Natalie Faye F.•Dec 6
Paulina is a wonderful pianist who is artistically brilliant and passionate about her craft. She elevates any event she performs at with a mix of her signature charm and sophistication. I own Faye Fern Creative, a wedding design and planning house. Most of our clients enjoy having an element of live music at their events. They also expect a high touch experience in the lead up to their special day. I always feel confident recommending Paulina to our couples, knowing that she will deliver a refined performance and easy planning process. What truly sets Paulina apart from many other classical musicians in the industry is her warm personality and genuine talent at engaging with couples and their guests. Her repertoire includes a great mix of classical, jazz, pop, show tunes, and more. She tailors each set list to the clients' tastes and the mood of the event. Additionally, she offers custom song request add-ons. I highly recommend Paulina if you're looking for a memorable event pianist who is thoughtful, a breeze to work with, and genuinely invested in crafting a meaningful atmosphere through music.
Perfect Wedding Pianist!
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•Adam L.•Dec 3, 2025
We hired Paulina to play during our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. She did a beautiful job - exactly what we wanted! She sent us her repertoire even before booking, which was extensive and spanned classical, jazz, pop, and more, with plenty of songs we liked. There was also an option to request non-repertoire songs for a small fee. Of particular note, we were deciding between two different songs for our processional (including one off-repertoire), and Paulina sent us samples (for free!) so we could hear the arrangements and directly compare them before making our final decision. Ultimately, we were delighted by Paulina's performance and would 100% recommend her for an event/wedding. Thank you Paulina!