Pro Keyboard Player from CT, USA

Roots, Rock, Groove

Live keyboards, Coaching, Remote Recording

Looking for a top-tier keyboard player who can rock your live shows and supercharge your studio recordings?

I’m Chris Strange, a professional keyboard player specializing in vintage Americana, blues, country, and classic rock.

I’ve had the honor of performing live with bands like the Alpaca Gnomes, The Last Waltz Band, and various tribute acts for artists like Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, Johnny Cash, The Beatles, and Tom Petty, as well as a residency as the house keyboardist for the "Bowieball" shows at Le Poisson Rouge in Manhattan.

These experiences have not only honed my skills across various musical genres such as folk, rock, blues, soul, and country, but they have also instilled in me a deep appreciation for the power of music to connect and uplift people from all walks of life.

I’m also a dedicated keyboard performance coach, with over two decades of experience helping students become learn songs faster & transform into more confident live keyboardists.

Since 2022, I've been building an original catalog of production music. These sync licensing tracks have a distinctively vintage quality, and are ideally suited for edgy, nostalgic, or period tv, movie, and streaming shows set in the 1960s - 1970s. 

I've also licensed original compositions for independent films like "Green Eyes" and "Heaven is Now", as well as network television programs such as "All My Children" and Fox Sports' "Tuf Talk", and "Inside PBC Boxing".

 

I've been playing music with Chris for over 20 years. He is always professional, prepared, and brings a great energy to a variety of genres of music! ” - Dan Carlucci, guitar / vocals

BANDS I PERFORM WITH

Alpaca Gnomes (folk/rock)

Born in the USA - Bruce Springsteen Tribute

Elvis Presley Bash Band

Johnny Cash Tribute Band

The Juicy Grapes (original female-fronted groove-rock)

The Last Minutemen (high octane blues, rock and surf)

The Last Waltz Band

Liz Ashkins - Singer / Songwriter

Massive Diva (blues, soul)

Nathaniel Hintz (rockabilly, country, gospel)

Old Bob (Bob Dylan music)

Tom Petty Night Tribute Band

Touro Band (funk / alt rock / soul / world music)

Van Morrison Night Band (x2 different groups !)

Wild Honey Pies (Beatles Tribute)

I’ve had the privilege of working alongside Chris on many gigs over the years. His high energy, positivity, and raw talent are just a few strengths of many, that make him an absolute joy to work with.” - Donny Pierro, bassist
Chris is a pro and a seasoned vet on the keys. Dedicated to every show, he’s a team player that any group would be lucky to have. Performing with him has been a pleasure. Hire this guy!” - Rob Maresca, guitarist
I have had the pleasure of playing with Chris in many occasions in different groups and settings and he is always prepared, professional and on point. He’s also a good hang! I highly recommend hiring him.” - Benny Mikula, Alpaca Gnomes, Benny Mikula Band

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