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PIANIST,

ACCOMPANIST,

LIBERACE TRIBUTE ARTIST

​PC: Jason Quigley for All Classical Radio Artist Anthology

FEATURED PROFILE

"40 Trailblazing Contemporary Artists of the Pacific Northwest"
Classical radio Portland Oregon Anthology
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"There's a particular pleasure in watching a master at work. That's what I felt while watching David Saffert."​

WORLD

broadway

"Saffert has devoted serious time to developing piano skills that rival Liberace's."

San Francisco Chronicle Review

A brief note

Hi! I'm David.

I am a Portland, Oregon based pianist who has worked in musical theater, opera, ballet, improv comedy, and tours the country in "Liberace & Liza: A Tribute." My debut solo piano album "Stopping Time" is now available for purchase and I know you will love it!

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​PC: Jason Quigley for All Classical Radio Artist Anthology

Upcoming shows

August 3rd | 7pm

"Sound Garden"

David is joined by a host of singers featuring Broadway hits in a Southeast Portland backyard.

August 8th | 5pm Pacific

"Friday Happy Hour"

David appears on All Classical Radio with hosts Christa Wessel and Warren Black. 

(89.9 FM or stream allclassical.org)

August 8th | 7:30pm

 

"Stopping Time" album release concert at All Classical Radio's performance hall in KOIN Tower. Tickets on sale now - only 90 tickets available!

August 16 | 7pm

"Dichterliebe"

David and baritone Erik Hundtoft perform this Schumann masterpiece at St. Gabriel's Episcopalian Church. Also featuring Jessica Israels and Mario Diaz.

Donations accepted

August 22 | 7pm

"Mercury Rising: A Queen Jazz Tribute"

Courtney Freed brings her powerhouse vocals alongside David Saffert and band in this tribute to Freddie Mercury.

August 24 | 4pm

Parkside Piano Concert Series

David presents a solo piano concert at St. James Lutheran Church in downtown Portland.

$15 suggested donation

August 24 | 7-9pm

"Piano Bar"

Bring a song to sing or sit back and listen as David accompanies on piano. Hosted by Courtney Freed at Corkscrew Wine Bar in Sellwood.

This event is free, but tips are appreciated!

September Preview

September 6 | 7pm

"Portland Queer Arts Spectacular"

David hosts as Liberace for an evening of Portland’s finest queer artists, including drag, music, dance, spoken word, and more at

Alberta Rose Theatre

September 13 | 7pm

"Liberace & Liza: A Tribute"

Granada Theatre in The Dalles, Oregon

Private box with dinner or general admission seats available.

September 27 | 7:30pm

"Luigi Sings...Change"

David accompanies tenor Luigi Boccia at The Old Church in an evening of music and storytelling that explores the many faces of change.

VIDEO

"Over the Moon" from E.T.
By John Williams

"Gershwin Medley"
Arr. by Liberace

"It Came Upon the Midnight Clear de Lune"
Arr. by David Saffert

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