Craig Hendry Music

Serves Lexington, NC

35244

Hired 4 times

1 employee

16 years in business

$60/hour

5.0

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Craig Hendry
Completed on 4/17/2024

Introduction

Experience piano-bar style entertainment with a grand piano and a touch of Aussie charm! With over 20 years’ experience in the music industry, Craig's request-based performances focus on crowd interaction, singalong, and packing the dance floor with your favorite songs. As a former member of the Australian vocal ensemble The Ten Tenors, Craig toured the globe performing in iconic venues like the Sydney Opera House, The Pantages Theater in Los Angeles, and the Royal Albert Hall in London, but after moving to the US in 2010, Craig turned his focus to his first love: piano, and has since performed all over the world as a soloist, a dueling pianist, and with his pop/crossover group ARIA, for which he is also musical director. With a 1000+ song list, Craig has extensive experience performing at conventions, galas, speakeasies, private parties, weddings, fundraisers, and along with a full armada of audio gear (PA, lights, portable baby grand), is happy to take requests on the spot from your guests, or perform a diverse setlist agreed upon ahead of time. Past residencies include: The Nice Guy - West Hollywood, CA, Louie Louie’s Piano Bar - Dallas, TX, Live From Memphis - Corona, CA, Johnny Foley’s - San Francisco, CA, Piano Piano - Claremont, CA, The Shout House - Glendale, AZ, JW Marriott, Palm Desert, CA, Michael Murphy’s - Oklahoma City, OK, Uptown Funk - Albuquerque, NM, John King’s - Charleston, SC, Plus Piano Bar - Raleigh, NC, Celebrity Cruises, Mediterranean - Guest Artist. Whether your event needs sophisticated jazz standards (with or without vocals), broadway show tunes, or the latest Top-40 hits, Craig has you covered.

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

Pricing usually includes piano and vocals, baby grand piano shell, keyboard, and PA. Additional travel charge may be applicable.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

I'm always happy to jump on a call to discuss logistics, but if you're in need of a pianist and vocalist, and I'm free, I'd say we're a match!

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I have over 20 years of international touring experience, having performed in everything from private living rooms, to the Sydney Opera House.

How did you get started doing this type of work?

I started taking piano lessons at the age of five, and fell in love with the instrument. I spent my 20's touring the world as a member of Australia's The Ten Tenors, and after moving to the US in 2009, I've been performing in piano bars (both solo and dueling) all over the country, as well as private parties, corporate events, galas, and weddings.

What types of customers have you worked with?

I've worked with music agents, directly with bar/restaurant owners, and with clients for private events, corporate functions, and during my time in Los Angeles, even played quite a few house parties for celebrities.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

I would make sure their setup (gear, PA, accessories) matches the look of your event, and that they're comfortable performing the type of music you're looking for.