Covington Ensembles + Soloists

Jonathan Carlisle

5 out of 5 stars and 5 reviews

Tri-State Area of Cincinnati & NKY

About this vendor

Pianist for Weddings in Cincinnati, KY.
Jonathan Carlisle is a solo pianist for wedding ceremonies and cocktail hours in Cincinnati, KY. He brings a classic and unique repertoire to every occasion. I specialize in curated cover music of timeless classics to contemporary hits, everything from Frank Sinatra and the Beatles to Miley Cyrus and Metallica. During the ceremony music selection process, I work closely with the bride and groom to help guide what songs and styles work best for your special occasion. I also have experience playing with vocalists and other instrumentalists and can provide recommendations if needed. The right pieces of music set the tone, feeling, and memory of your wedding day. I would be thrilled to work with you on your wedding ceremony and cocktail hour music while guiding you on this part of the wedding planning process. Please message me with any questions regarding my services or how I can best provide for your upcoming wedding.

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Instruments
  • Piano
Music Genres
  • Classical
  • Folk
  • Jazz
  • Pop
  • R&B
  • Rock
Music Services
  • Live Music
  • Recorded Music
  • Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
  • Rehearsals & Parties
  • Rehearsal Dinner
  • Welcome Party
  • Wedding
  • Ceremony
  • Cocktail Hour

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7/15/2024 •
Jon is an incredibly talented pianist and was one of the most complimented vendors at our wedding. During the planning process he was extremely easy to work with and his communication was exceptional. We first met over coffee to discuss our vision for our ceremony and reception dinner music. Jon captured it perfectly by learning the songs that were important to us and suggesting songs that helped everything flow together. He even sent us recordings prior to the wedding, so we could hear how it all fit! I have no doubt that Jon can learn any song and then speed it up, slow it down, extend it, shorten it, or do whatever is necessary to ensure it’s a perfect fit for whatever event the music is accompanying. If you’re considering having piano music at your wedding, look no further than Jonathan Carlisle. And if you’re not considering piano music, you should because after having Jon play our wedding was one of the best decisions we made!
Response from the Vendor on 07/15/2024
Thank you so much for your incredible kind words! It was a pleasure getting to be a part of your and Kelsi's wedding and to receive your wonderful review :) Cheers to you both and congrats on your marriage!
2/06/2024 •
Mr. Carlisle was hired for my wedding last May and played during the ceremony and cocktail hour. When you are a bride and a planner (like me) you hone in on the details. With how many things you can worry and think about on your wedding day I realized that the music wasn't one of them. Jonathan is a great musician and took the time to help pick out and learn the music we wanted for the ceremony. When we were brainstorming music I had joked about walking down the aisle to Dancing in the Dark by Bruce Springsteen. Not sure if Jonathan thought I was joking, but he sent a video of a piano version he made of that song. It was so beautiful and perfect. If anyone is looking for a pianist for your wedding then take this as a sign that you found him.
1/11/2024 •
I had reached out to Jon to play for my engagement party and all I can say is WOW!! I was initially thinking of Frank Sinatra's music for the night, but when the energy shifted and he read the crowd, he started playing Queen, Taylor Swift, then Post Malone BY REQUEST!! I knew we made the right choice when hiring him, but after all of my guests complimented us on such a talented, fun, and not to mention cute! pianist, I couldn’t have been happier. It's easy to say that my now husband loved Metallica and the music throughout the night was phenomenal. Highly recommend!! 
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1/11/2024 •
Jonathan Carlisle was hired to play for my rehearsal dinner on 6/16/2023. I can't say enough good things about him, and he certainly added to the special night! He had the perfect songs picked out and my family and I couldn't have been happier. A professional through and through and highly recommended!!
1/03/2024 •
We hired Jonathan to play at our rehearsal dinner on 6/8/23, and we were so impressed! He was so personable and talented. His music was beautifully played in the background setting the scene for the perfect evening. Truly inspiring. So much so, my niece is now taking lessons! Thank you so much Jonathan. 100% recommend!
Response from the Vendor on 01/03/2024
Thank you so much Kristin! It was a pleasure playing for you and your husband's rehearsal dinner. You all have a wonderful family and happy to hear your niece is taking lessons :)

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Tri-State Area of Cincinnati & NKY

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Jonathan Carlisle
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Jonathan Carlisle (b.1991) is a pianist & composer currently based in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. Jonathan incorporates a wide variety of genres and sounds to create dynamic compositions that complement varied atmospheres. Having experience in video games, film scoring, podcasts, and classical instrumentals, he incorporates a wide variety of genres and sounds to create dynamic compositions. Jonathan has seen recognition and awards from an array of establishments, including ASCAP, MTNA, Hal Leonard, an

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