![]() He plays pop, rock, oldies, standard, traditional, folk, country/western, Latin, Hawaiian, Japanese and more. After a 20-year career in a Japanese piano bar, Nakane knows 1000 Japanese and 1000 American songs. The native of Kyoto, Japan, started playing professionally in 1963. Then you can never fly or get to the moon.” The key is never to doubt whether or not to do it. All you have to have to do is learn one thing at a time and keep on adding. The father of six said, “Anyone can be a one-man band. Nakane said, “The one thing I don’t want or enjoy is ‘You’re so talented.'” In the background a fifty-year old Japanese man sings “La Bamba” while playing a pedal bass, electric guitar, chimes, keyboard, symbols, tambourine, harmonica, and a drum machine.Īrthur Nakane, one-man band, is known by all as an omnipotent power that lurks on the street corners of Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica and at Bar Mitzvahs and Festivals all over So Cal.įrancis Ford Coppola said, “He’s a genius,” while Kevin and Bean, KROQ DJs, said “Arthur, you rock!”ĭespite the attention that he has received from appearances on The George and Alana TV Show, Sevcec (Spanish TV show), at the Roxy, the Viper Room, Jenny Jones and as the subject of a short film in the Sundance Film Festival called “Secret Asian Man,” Families are devouring pepperoni pizza and Mojo potatoes while their kids sling tokens into pinball machines. ![]() ![]() “Wayne is special! He pays attention to his audience and his knowledge of classic rock is unreal.It’s Sunday night at Shakey’s Pizza in Glendale, Calif. My friends and family look forward to my parties when they know Wayne will be performing his sing-a-long show!” Stacy K, Plantation, FL “I have hired many musicians, and Wayne by far is the most talented piano player and performer I have experienced. Wayne is such talented guy and makes the party fun!” Laura M His playlist is extensive and he interacts with the crowd very well. He is a fantastic singer and keyboard player. “I have had the pleasure of seeing Wayne perform four times. No matter the venue, I strive to make every performance a special one for my audience. Many of those people get so little pleasure in their lives so if I can bring them some joy for an hour once in a while, it’s my pleasure! Additionally, I have been part of the dueling piano show at Howl At The Moon and The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. I even take the time to perform at nursing homes whenever I have a chance. I’ve performed at so many different types of venues including Cruise Ships, Sports Stadiums for The Marlins and the Orange Bowl/BCS Championship and nearly a dozen European countries. It has always been my pleasure to entertain people and help them escape the stress of everyday life. I have spent the past 30 years performing throughout the The United States and Europe. I know many thousands of songs of diverse genres motivating your guests to participate. You and your guests will be singing and dancing to all your favorite requested songs. In addition, I can offer Full Band performances including tribute bands or female vocalist duets at your request. I specialize in sing-along parties either as a solo act or a dueling piano show. Allow my 30 years of professional piano playing and vast knowledge of music maximize your next party or event! I strive to make each performance exciting and unforgettable. Wayne as a metaphor for making people feel better through music. I have my own equipment and I am also available for additional services such as video production and voice overs for your events. I am also willing to travel (schedule permitting). I will happily tailor myself to nearly any party theme or venue. Please watch my video clips to get an idea of how great your party can be. Later on we can ALL ROCK OUT together and dance to more upbeat selections. ![]() ![]() I understand how important it is to make every segment of your party count, and to entertain everyone in the room through diversity in music.įor cocktail hours, you can expect to enjoy songs by Frank Sinatra, James Taylor, America, etc. I am available for all types of parties, from intimate affairs to large audience events. My musical skills are an uncanny gift that I love to share with my audiences. Whether it’s a solo show or a dueling show playing with another Piano Player, the room will be engaged. Playing specific songs the audience wants is guaranteed to be more successful than me guessing their favorite songs. I will urge the audience to request their favorite songs and participate. ![]()
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