Dayton, Ohio Wedding Music

Also serving Cincinnati and Southwestern Ohio

Many things can go wrong during a ceremony that people will overlook or even chuckle at, especially if small children are involved, but bad music is not one of those things. Stephen Estep is a professional; his principle is to play each wedding as if it were his best friend's. And there is no substitute for live music at a wedding: The human touch adds to the warmth and memorability of the commitment.

Stephen, an Ohio native, has been playing the piano for 25 of his 32 years. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Piano Performance from Cedarville University in 1997, and worked on his Master of Music in Piano Performance at Miami University. He has played for numerous weddings over the years, as well as receptions and other functions, and worked as a piano accompanist for singers, instrumentalists and choirs.

Whatever wedding music you have in mind, or even if you need suggestions, Stephen can fit your need. He also understands that emergencies can happen, and doesn't mind a last-minute call. Your wedding should sound as nice as it looks: Call or email today.

Experience and awards

Has played for dozens of weddings and other events
25 years of overall playing experience
Pianist and organist for 18 years, Charity Baptist Church, Kettering (formerly in Beavercreek)
15 years of experience playing in bands and gospel groups
Piano accompanist and coach for local school choirs (2001-present)
Accompanist, Miami University Choirs' tour of Finland, Estonia and Russia (2003)
Staff accompanist, Rocky Ridge Music Center, Estes Park, Colorado (2000)
Winner of the Miami University Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition (1999)
Honorable Mention, Bartok-Kabalevsky International Piano Competition, Radford, VA (1997)
Assistant director, accompanist and coach, Miami University Opera (1997)
Session musician, arranger, engineer and producer for gospel albums

How to use this site

Visit the services page for more details on how Stephen can help you.

On the listening page, you can hear samples of Stephen's playing and of traditional wedding music. If you're undecided about what music you want, this is the place to go.

Stephen's pricing is available to view, if you want to get a ballpark figure to work into your budget.

Stephen's schedule is also posted. Find out if he's available on the day you need.

Go to the contact page to find telephone and email information. You can also send an email straight from the website.

The links page has more listings of local musicians and photographers.