I’m a full-time professional piano player, composer and music producer. I’ve worked in some on the most important recording studios in Italy and I’ve had the pleasure to work with hundreds of artists, inside and outside the platform.
In my 18 years of experience I've studied in multiple prestigious music school like the ''G. Rossini'' Conservatory in Pesaro and the Music Accademy in Italy, in Pinerolo.
Even if my training was Classical, in the last 8 years I've started studying all genres of music, from NeoClassical (like Yiruma or Arnalds) to Pop music. I've also had a bit of Jazz training. You can ask me anything you have in mind!
I’ll deliver:
-Professional piano recording
-Up to 96 kHz 24-bit
-Both Raw track and one with a bit of Pre-Mix (for free) so you can directly import it in your DAW
-I can use my professional keyboard to also deliver a MIDI file
-Unlimited revisions (if they are coherent with the original request)
-Sheet music (as extra)
-Commercial right (as extra)
I offer a lot more services, to know them all you just need to send me a message!
Send me an email through 'Contact' button above and I'll get back to you asap.
Credits
137 Reviews - 24 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedGreat job, I can't wait to collab with him again (soon)
check_circleVerifiedZeff delivered a beautifully intimate and expressive piano part that fits perfectly with the rest of my track. Very professional throughout - he was open to experimentation, both melodically and with mic placement, to help dial in just the right tone and feel. Great communication and thoughtful revisions. Highly recommended!
check_circleVerifiedJeff completely understood my vision and delivered a perfect song. Highly recommend his work!! Incredibly talented. Thanks again ♡
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I highly recommend Zeff. He consistently provides high quality work in a professional and timely manner.
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Zeff is a truly talented professional with incredible attention to detail - very appreciative of his expertise!
check_circleVerifiedGreat playing from Zeff, he's really good!
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Johnzeff did a fantastic job bringing my first solo piano sonata to life. His communication was thorough, and though the project took some time, it was well worth the wait. His nuanced playing and tasteful liberties elevated the piece while honoring its original spirit. The tone and character of the recording perfectly matched the emotion of the work. Highly recommend him for any piano project!
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Zeff is a great artist. His music sounds fantastic. We are sooooo happy with the song. He did a grest job in time. Good communication - everything was perfect.
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Zeff is the man! Top playing once again.
check_circleVerifiedAnother wonderful harpsichord composition and recording for my forthcoming EP of Handel songs. Zeff is such a star!
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Zedd was polite, friendly and a pleasure to work with. His replies where timely and constructive when needed. The sound quality was great and his performance was accurate
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Zeff was spot on first time, the quality of his playing was second to none, and the recording was incredibly clear and professional. He added some subtle things to the written part, making it far more interesting and
sophisticated. Super impressed! 
check_circleVerifiedI've been working with Zeff for my piano solo pieces, and each time he brings my piece to life in a new, exciting way. Would highly recommend!
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Zeff did another amazing job. What a pro! Very highly recommended.
check_circleVerifiedIt took a little bit longer but it was so worth it!
Zeff is a fucking genius.
He really helped me elevate my song to another level.
Highly recommend.
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I loved Zeff's production, he's an excellent musician! So good to work with him!
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Zeff composed, played and recorded an amazing harpsichord backing for a 'Baroque-style' version of the song "What was I made for" that I'm recording in Italian. I can't wait to record the vocals for this piece - which I always imagine as a very modern opera aria!
check_circleVerifiedGreat as usual!
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Second recording with John, always a very attentive listener, always ready to take a real interest in comments of all kinds, with the sole aim of producing a clean, finished piece of work.
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I asked Zeff to play a piano piece I'd written and he did a great job. Wonderful playing on a real grand piano with a beautiful singing tone. Zeff was really easy to deal with and accommodated all my requested amendments as the project moved along. Would definitely recommend him.
Interview with Zeff
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: split my work evenly between recording clients' compositions and creating new tracks from scratch. When composing, I work closely with my clients to capture the specific mood and direction they want. I then refine and adjust the piece until it meets their expectations, but most projects are ready for delivery after the first revision. My goal is always to deliver a polished, well-crafted final product that resonates with both the artist and their audience.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: At the beginning of every project i kust study the piece. I print the sheet music and i note everything i need, fingering, dynamics, even the atmosphere i wanna recreate and i really focus on the interpretation. When i feel confidend i'm gonna produce a good performance i record everything. I try to listen to the recording the day after, so i have 'fresh ears' and i can edit a bit the recording (add some reverb, a bit of EQ ecc ecc)
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I studied classical piano for 17 years, before in an Academy and i graduated from one of the most prestigious Conservatory in Italy, so i bring to a song a really crisp and clean sound, and a great attention to details, in the dynamics and the phrasing of the piece
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: The musician that ispires me the most is definitely Olafur Arnalds. I love his soft and deep sound, and his simple but really beautiful and interesting melodies. I try to recreate that atmosphere when i play
I was the piano player in this production
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Unlimited revisions (in coherent with the original request)
Extra fast delivery: 24h or 48h options available
Mix and Master services offered for piano recordings
- Yamaha U5
- Beyerdynamics DT 1990 Pro
- Adam Audio T5V
- SSL 2+
- Korg Minilogue XD
- Hologram Electronics Microcosm
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