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Michael Douce
Ceremony Pianist and Recordings plus additional services!
Contact Information
Phone: 614-‐327-‐2729 (cell) Email: [email protected] Website: www.michaeldouce.com
About Michael Douce Michael Douce has been playing the piano since before the age of three, studying both classical piano and jazz piano intensively at times during the past 25 years. He earned his Bachelor of
Science degree from Butler University, double-‐majoring in jazz piano performance and recording studies. His Master of Science degree came from Indiana University, furthering his studies in music technology at IUPUI. In addition to being a freelance musician, Michael teaches courses in music technology at Butler University and leads worship at Old Bethel United Methodist Church. Michael has given performances across the United States and internationally. Some of his most notable performances have been with such music greats as Stephen Clapp (dean emeritus of the Juilliard School of Music), Alex DePue (former national fiddle champ) Mark Wade (former national hammered dulcimer champ), Bobby McFerrin (vocal jazz legend), Manhattan Transfer, David Tolley (composer for Universal, Disney) and Jon E Gee and Dane Clark from the John Mellencamp Band. Most recently, he has performed at international choral festivals in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and Hong Kong, China. In addition to performing, Michael has recorded several albums, including four solo piano albums. His latest release includes original jazz arrangements of favorite hymns. Michael is married to Jennifer, and they have two dogs, Sniffles and Barley.
Ceremony Music Michael Douce will play or learn any song requested for wedding ceremony. He has fulfilled requests qof playing Army, Navy and Marine’s hymns, as well as unique ceremonies consisting of all music from the Beatles. In addition to any song you could request, here are some common ceremony selections: Classical • Air from Water Music Suite (Handel) • Air on a G String (Bach) • Ave Maria (Schubert) • Ave Maria adapted by Gounod (Bach) • Bridal Chorus (Wagner) • Canon in D (Pachelbel) • Hymn of Promise • Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring (Bach) • Moonlight Sonata (Beethoven) • Trumpet Voluntary (Clarke) • Wedding March (Mendelssohn) Popular • Angel Eyes (Jim Brickman) • Bless the Broken Road (Rascal Flatts) • Come Away With Me (Nora Jones) • Everything I Do (Bryan Adams) • I Will Be There (Steven C. Chapman) • In My Life (Beatles) • Love Solo (Dan Coats) • The Luckiest (Ben Folds) • The Rose (Bette Midler) • The Wedding Song – There Is Love • Thoughts of You (Barlow Girl) • To Make You Feel My Love (B. Dylan) • Unchained Melody (Righteous Bros.) • Wonderful Tonight (Eric Clapton)
Package One: Piano Music Michael will provide beautiful piano music for your wedding ceremony, including: • 30 minutes of pre-‐ ceremony music while guests are arriving and visiting • 2 – 3 songs selected for play during the service, choice of those planning • Assistance in selecting ceremony music if needed, and learn any song requested • 15 minutes of post-‐ceremony music while guests are leaving the ceremony location
Package One Price: $200.00
Package Two: Piano Music plus Sound Equipment
If you would like live piano music during your wedding ceremony, but no piano is available, Michael can bring his own portable keyboard and audio equipment.
In addition to everything provided in Package One, Michael will provide: • A full size portable keyboard with realistic Grand Piano sounds • Microphones for singers, speakers, and those officiating the ceremony • A sufficient and visually pleasing speaker system to amplify needed sound
Package Two Price: $250.00
Package Three: Piano Music plus Audio Recording If you would like a professional recording of your wedding ceremony, Michael has stand-‐alone equipment allowing for the production of professional audio recordings. In addition to everything provided in Packages One and Two, Michael will include: • Professional recording of the ceremony using personal, stand alone equipment including an M-‐ Audio Interface, Pro Tools and Logic Pro Computer Software, and a Microboards GX-‐2 CD Printing and Duplication System. • Up to 5 duplicated audio CDs, including names, date, and a picture of your wedding printed on the CD itself
Package Three Price: $350.00
Package Four: Audio Recording Only*
This option is available if you already have ceremony music but wish to have a professional audio recording of your wedding ceremony.
• Professional recording of ceremony using personal, stand alone equipment • Up to 5 duplicated audio CDs, with your wedding information printed on the CD itself *Video recording available, additional fees
Package Four Price: $150.00
Additional Services Jazz Piano for your Cocktail Hour In addition to providing your ceremony music, Michael is an accomplished jazz pianist who can provide hours of solo piano music during your rehearsal dinner, cocktail hour or reception dinner period. Hourly fees vary depending on location, equipment available, and additional combinations with ceremony packages. Some of Michael’s favorite jazz love songs are: • All Of Me (Simons and Marks) • Fly Me To The Moon (Howard) • I’ve Got a Crush On You (Gershwin) • Like Somone In Love (Van Heusen) • L-‐O-‐V-‐E (Nat King Cole) • Misty (Erroll Garner) • My Romance (Rodgers)
Band for your Wedding Reception Michael works with extremely talented musicians to allow your guests the freedom to dance and sing along to all their vocal jazz and pop standard favorites. Providing any combination from an instrumental jazz trio (piano, bass, drums) to a full band with vocals, the entire family will enjoy the sound of whatever musical desires best suit your needs and budget. Please contact Michael regarding samples of reception music, along with fees and availability. DJ for your Wedding Reception In addition to professional recording equipment, Michael has DJ equipment that will fit the needs of any entertainment budget. From high quality speakers to moving lights, your reception music can be covered for a fraction of the price that large DJ companies will charge. Contact Michael for additional information.