Session Pianist & Keysplayer

I'm a contemporary pianist educated in Guildford (UK) trusted on multiple Dutch radio hits to deliver expressive production-ready piano and keys - both live and MIDI. I record from my own studio on a felted Yamaha upright, Steinway grand, and modern MIDI pianos using premium plugins, with fast turnaround and short-notice availability.

My name is Daniel Kist, and I’m a trained contemporary pianist and producer based in The Hague, Netherlands. I’ve spent over 10 years writing, arranging, and producing music for artists and producers, contributing piano, guitar, vocals, lyrics, and full arrangements across a wide range of projects.

As a session pianist, I specialize in delivering expressive, production-ready piano parts that serve the song first—whether that’s a subtle felt upright texture, a full grand piano performance, or modern MIDI-based keys that sit perfectly in today’s productions. I work quickly, communicate clearly, and understand what producers need to move a record forward.

Alongside session work, I release my own Dutch pop singer-songwriter music, which is currently played on national radio in the Netherlands. This artist perspective strongly informs my session work: I focus on feel, storytelling, and making parts that elevate vocals rather than compete with them.

I record from my own professional studio and am comfortable working remotely with tight deadlines, revisions, and evolving creative direction. If you’re looking for a pianist who combines his musical education, modern production skills, and real-world release experience, I’d love to collaborate.

Tell me about your project and how I can help, through the 'Contact' button above.

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