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Sheldon Zandboer is a Calgary based professional wedding musician that specializes in performing pop and classic rock music in a jazz quartet format. Your guests will be able to enjoy well known tunes everyone knows wrapped in a sophisticated jazz package. Imagine your guests faces hearing well known tunes performed with a unique jazz twist! Let's make your day unique and take your celebration to the next level, and create unforgettable memories.

In addition to performing at weddings Sheldon has performed internationally since 1977 which makes him one of the most experienced keyboard pianists in Canada. Any style you desire with a repertoire unmatched in Western Canada. Sheldon has performed before Queen Elizabeth, as well as the other members of the British Royal Family, international dignitaries, Heads of State, G8 summit and concert tours on 4 continents.

Services Offered

Sheldon Zandboer can tailor his music to suit every stage of your celebration. This includes ceremonies and cocktail hours, as well as receptions. He has a portable grand piano that he's happy to travel with and set up in your venue. Sheldon is happy to collaborate with guest singers and instrumentalists that are part of the wedding family. For a fuller sound he has a four-piece ensemble. His expansive catalogue can accomocate music from all genres, especially pop, rock, jazz, and classical. Sheldon is happy to prepare special music selections for your celebration, too.

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Frequently asked questions

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Instrumental duo
String trio
Instrumental trio
Soloist/vocalist
Instrumental solo

How many musicians are in your band?

1-3

What genres of music does your band play?

Jazz
Country
Funk
Classical
Blues
Big band
Oldies
Swing
Classic rock
Pop
Motown
Latin
Reggae
R&B
Top 40
Soul
50s
60s
70s
80s
90s

What instruments does your group play?

Organ
Saxophone
Drums
Trumpet
Piano

What music services do you provide?

Ceremony music
Cocktail hour music
Instrumentals
Learning new songs
Reception music
Music during breaks
Rehearsal dinner music
Vocals
Willing travel

What services do you provide?

Ceremony music
Cocktail hour music
Instrumentals
Learn new songs
Microphones
Reception music
Music during breaks
Rehearsal dinner music
Sound / PA system
Vocals

What items are available?

Microphones
Sound PA

What is the starting price for wedding ceremony music?

$350

What is the average price for a wedding reception during peak season?

$1,200

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$1,200

What is the average price for a wedding reception during off-peak season?

$1,200

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Ceremony music
Cocktail hour music
Reception music
Music during breaks
Sound/ PA system
Microphones

Which of the following are included in the price?

Learning new songs
Ceremony music
Cocktail hour music
Reception music
Sound PA
Recorded music breaks
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100% Recommended by couples
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Julia A. Sent on 06/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful to work with!

We were so happy with all Sheldon did for our special day! We had a number of requests that Sheldon was able to fulfill for us. He was our pianist for our ceremony, including some specific hymn requests, plus chose the perfect accompaniment for our procession and a fun song for the pronouncement and walking out. Also provided great entertainment during our cocktail hour with a system that sounds like a jazz trio! Our after dinner entertainment was provided by a 6 piece jazz band, in which Sheldon found the required band members for a concert that thrilled our guests (and the groom who had the best time calling out songs from the Real Book for the band to play in their first set!) We were also pleasantly surprised when Sheldon sang the three specific songs that were requested by the bride for the bride/groom and father/daughter dances. We really appreciated all the extra things that Sheldon did for us (providing the outdoor sound system for our ceremony, lending us his piano for a special song performed by the bride's niece, answering all of our questions etc!) We have so many great memories from the day that would not have happened without Sheldon!
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G L-M Sent on 11/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Easy to Work With, Seasoned Professional with a Great Personality

Sheldon is an incredible pianist to work with for your special day! With his years of experience in the industry he is able to provide a level of personalized service that will help remove any stress when it comes to planning your music. He can play any song, any genre with ease - he makes planning a breeze. He has a great personality and is easy to connect with. You will not be disappointed!
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Lisa H. Sent on 12/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Talented Class Act

Sheldon performed at our wedding and also at our sons. He is truly talented and definitely brought a touch of class to both events. Totally professional, on time, great communication and strives to please his clients. He’s excellent at reading a crowd and playing music to suit the mood and event. Extremely happy to have had him be a part of both our celebrations. Looking forward to having him play at some future parties!
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Erik P. Sent on 24/10/2022
4.8 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing

I unfortunately did not have the chance to hear you play as we arrived to the reception after you had finished playing. My guests on the other hand were absolutely amazed by your playing abilities. Thanks again for the great music
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Meet the team

Sheldon Zandboer
Sheldon Zandboer
Professional Proprietor

I've been playing professionally since I got my driver's license. A few years after that I started playing on live TV shows for CFCN and CBC "in the day". The range of my experience has allowed me to be comfortable and capable in any situation. The last thing you need to worry about is the music at your wedding. You'll be in gr8hanz. I really believe that music is the soundtrack of your life and your wedding day needs to be coveted with great care, and enthusiasm. Like live TV or a concert you get one chance to get it right so you don't want to take a chance on someone that is less than capable or caring. I've easily done over a thousand weddings in my career. I've even played my own bride up the aisle because I know no other that would make that journey more special. WeddingWire is a new phase for me. I want to be your choice for music at your ceremony and/or reception. You won't regret it. Thank you.

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59 Coach Gate Way, SW. T3H 1L7 Calgary (Alberta)

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