Biography
Melina Soochan is a versatile, soulful and sophisticated singer and pianist, whose evening repertoire ranges from sultry jazz standards, to contemporary ballads, even to uptempo pop, rock and blues. Having graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor's Degree in classical piano and having dabbled for years in jazz, this musician is highly tuned to the sensitivities of her audience and varies her songs according to the mood of her clientele, always keeping the atmosphere pleasant and heartfelt. With years of performance experience under her belt, Melina is a true pleasure to watch and listen to.
Whether alone with her piano or featuring other musicians, this act is easy to book for your corporate or charity event, wedding cocktail, restaurant dinner, 5-à-7, or piano bar evening. Some of her most recent appearances include the piano bar in the Queen Elizabeth Hotel, as well as the Hotel Fairmont piano lounge in Mont Tremblant for the ski season 2009-10. She has also performed at various renown live music venues in Montreal, such as The Oscar Peterson Hall, the Just For Laughs Cabaret, the Théâtre Ste-Catherine, the Monument National, as well as in numerous bars, restaurants, lounges and cafes across the city, like Jello Bar, Sofa Bar, Brutopia, Clyde's, and Cafe Campus.
Add a sophisticated touch to your evening...
Videos From Live Performances
- Cocktail Hour at a Wedding
(Medley) - Live in Burlington, Ontario - I Put A Spell on You
(Jazz Standard) - Live at Théâtre Ste-Catherine - Mon Ange
(©E. Lapointe) - Live at the AMC Forum
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Booking
For Solo/Duo Shows - Choice of:
- 3 sets of 45min with 15min breaks (spans ~ 3h time slot)
- 2 sets of 45min with a 20min break (spans ~ 2h time slot)
- 1 set of 45-60min
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(Note: For gigs that require travelling outside of the Montreal area, all travel and accommodations expenses must be provided.)
Staging Requirements
For Solo/Duo Shows:
- stage/open space size minimum 8'x8'
- PA system and mixer with direct input for keyboard and mic(s)
- folding mic stand(s) (eg. when seated at piano)
- minimum 1 monitor
- sound technician present is preferred
(Note: If not available, equipment can be brought in for a small extra cost.)
