Singing pianist · Northern California
James Michael Day
Piano, vocals and thousands of songs on request. JMD plays weddings, corporate events, casinos and private parties, and hosts his signature piano karaoke and DJ nights, from the Bay Area to Reno/Tahoe.
- 500+ weddings
- Former San Jose Sharks organist
- All styles: jazz to country to rock
Meet JMD
A veteran at the keys since age 8
James Michael Day played his first gig at 8 years old and hasn't stopped since. Well versed in all styles, from jazz and classical to country, rock and today's hits, he's entertained everything from intimate dinners to 18,000 hockey fans as the former organist for the San Jose Sharks.
Whether it's a solo luxury wedding at Grand Island Mansion in Walnut Grove or a packed piano bar, James reads the room and keeps the requests coming.
More about James
What I do
Services
Weddings
Ceremony and cocktail-hour piano, your favorite songs arranged in my style, plus DJ, lighting and MC for the reception. 500+ weddings played.
Corporate & Holiday
Dinner sets, client nights and holiday parties. Interactive request-driven sets that read the room, from quiet arrivals to a packed sing-along.
Private Parties
Birthdays, anniversaries, backyard and house parties. Thousands of songs on request, so your guests run the setlist.
Casinos, Lounges & Resorts
Piano bar shows for casinos, hotel lounges, wineries and restaurants across NorCal, Reno and Tahoe. Self-contained and easy on the venue.
Signature Piano Karaoke
My signature karaoke: full legal tracks with me adding live piano and harmony vocals, so every singer sounds their best. Pro sound, DJ/MC, and a host who keeps the room singing.
Watch
See JMD in action
On the road
Moments from the stage
Reviews
What clients say
“James did a great job at my company Holiday party. Everyone had a great time.”
“James was amazing. We had a blast. He is a very good singer long with a great pianist.. everyone enjoyed. Thank you for making our evening so memorable.”
“James was so helpful throughout the whole wedding! He was so nice & went out of his way to run things smoothly. He even had a flat tire & still came to our event! He kept people dancing & remembered many song requests we had put in!”
“His talent is off the charts. He brought much needed life to our party.…”
Proudly performed for
Stages & clients I've played for
Live
Next shows
Rebel Kitchen & Libations – Karaoke / Piano
Samaritan Village (Assisted Living)
Drifters Marina & Grill
Makse Dueling Pianos
Private Event
Let's make it a night to remember
Check your date with JMD
Tell me the date, city, guest count and vibe. I'll recommend the right setup: solo piano, karaoke/DJ, or the full Modern Dueling Pianos show.