THE WEDDING EXPERIENCE

THE WEDDING EXPERIENCE

A Juilliard pianist who brings the same dedication and care to your wedding as she does to Carnegie Hall. From your guests' arrival to the last note of the evening - every moment sounds unmistakably yours. With a fully customized repertoire, each experience is curated to reflect your style, your music, your love story.

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YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC FOR YOUR WEDDING

My repertoire ranges from classics by Bach, Chopin, and Satie, to timeless favorites by Frank Sinatra, Billy Joel, Edith Piaf, The Beatles, Elvis Presley, Alicia Keys, Adele, Bruno Mars, Coldplay, Drake, and Ludovico Einaudi to name a few.

Reading the room like a “Piano DJ,” I smoothly move between musical worlds while crafting a living soundtrack that transforms the energy of your space. To make your wedding truly one-of-a-kind, I’m always happy to learn custom song requests in advance and I love collaborating with my couples.

Repertoire Highlights
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TO MY COUPLES

The two questions I always ask my couples are:
What would you like your wedding to feel like? And what would you like your guests to feel like?

Based on your reply, I curate a playlist tailored to you and your guests. I love building my program around your favorite songs, ensuring that even while you are whisked away for portraits, your guests feel your presence through your music.

To me, playing at a wedding is a great honor and a rewarding responsibility. I take preparing for your day as seriously as I did preparing for Carnegie Hall. I spend months preparing the finest arrangements and perfecting every note, giving me the flexibility to read the room like a Piano DJ and transform the energy in the moment.

To create something truly memorable for each celebration, I work with a limited number of couples per year - up to ten. If you'd like to share your musical vision for your day and see if we click, let's connect. My goal as an artist is always to move and to entertain my audience so they leave your wedding with that “wow” feeling.

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Kind Words

  • Lyndsey & David

    “I found Paulina when I was doing research for a wedding pianist, and I truly hit the jackpot. I could not have asked for a better experience. I had a lot of big asks and new music but Paulina put so much care and time and energy into making our ceremony and cocktail hour beautiful. She pulled everything off with such poise and grace, and my family RAVED about her the whole next day. Paulina is truly a gem :)”

  • Danlei & Andy

    “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!”

  • Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs, floral arrangements, and a wooden wall backdrop decorated with a floral wreath at Carondelet House

  • Faye Fern Creative

    “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…

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    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.”

  • Paulina Simkin playing piano at a wedding reception at Carondelet House in Downtown LA

  • Karissa & Nick

    “Breathtaking! Absolutely breathtaking!! Yesterday was beyond perfect. Thank you for being a part of making our wedding day sooo special!!! You are amazing!”

  • Lauren & Adam

    “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!”

  • Couple at their wedding ceremony at The Ebell Club Long Beach

  • Paulina Simkin playing piano during cocktail hour at a wedding at The Ebell Club Long Beach

  • Gary M.

    “Paulina was the perfect addition to my daughter Karissa’s wedding at The Ranch at Laguna Beach. We rented a grand piano and had it placed on the golf course for a stunning outdoor ceremony and reception with live piano music. She made Karissa's wedding day so special! Her unique musical talent and professionalism left a lasting impression. We received many compliments from our guests on how much they loved her performance, and it truly elevated the entire atmosphere of the ceremony. Paulina comes highly recommended to any couple looking for a gifted, reliable, and unforgettable wedding pianist.”

  • Paulina Simkin performs at an outdoor wedding at The Ranch at Laguna Beach

  • Wedding couple at their ceremony at The Ranch at Laguna Beach

  • Linda W.

    “Paulina was such a great addition to my daughter’s wedding. She was so easy to work with. She had a great variety of music and even added songs to her repertoire to accommodate the particular music taste of my 33 yr old daughter and her fiancé. She is professional and personable and I would not hesitate to hire her again. Such a beautiful music addition - my guests were impressed too.”