The Role
Performs refined live piano and multidisciplinary music experiences across yacht venues, including ambient and featured performances. Curates programming with the Program Manager, develops a cabaret show, teaches guests, leads workshops, collaborates with artists and technical teams, and adapts performances to guest expectations. The role also includes safety duties, drills, rehearsals, guest interaction, and support for onboard programming operations.
Summary Generated by Built In
V.Ships Leisure is looking for Pianist on behalf of Orient Express Sailing Yachts.
As a Pianist, you will deliver refined, immersive live music experiences that reflect the highest standards of ultra-luxury hospitality.
You are a versatile, multi-disciplinary performer, able to adapt seamlessly across settings, moods, and guest expectations. From intimate lounge sets to featured performances, you shape each environment with precision, sensitivity, and artistry.
Working closely with the Program Manager, you will help curate bespoke musical journeys for each voyage and private charter.
As a Pianist, you will deliver refined, immersive live music experiences that reflect the highest standards of ultra-luxury hospitality.
You are a versatile, multi-disciplinary performer, able to adapt seamlessly across settings, moods, and guest expectations. From intimate lounge sets to featured performances, you shape each environment with precision, sensitivity, and artistry.
Working closely with the Program Manager, you will help curate bespoke musical journeys for each voyage and private charter.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform regularly across lounges, decks, theatre spaces, and studio environment
- Deliver multi-disciplinary performances across a minimum of two musical disciplines
- Maintain a high-quality, genre-spanning repertoire with a foundation in jazz
- Read and respond to the atmosphere, adjusting performance accordingly
- Collaborate on themed programming and bespoke charter experiences
- Develop and deliver a signature Cabaret Theatre show in collaboration with the Program Manager
- Provide private tuition and lead workshops for guests
- Participate in collaborative sessions with guests and visiting artists
- Interact confidently and professionally with guests at all times
- Fulfil assigned safety duties and participate in all drills
- Support the Program Manager in delivering successful programming and operations
- Rehearse and continuously refine performance quality
- Work closely with technical teams for seamless delivery
- Adapt to last-minute changes with flexibility and composure
- Uphold the highest standards of presentation and professionalism
Education/Experience/Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a professional musician in luxury, cruise, hotel, or high-end live environments.
- Strong vocal ability to a professional standard.
- Proficiency in at least two musical disciplines.
- Experience across multiple genres, with jazz knowledge essential.
- Experience delivering both ambient and featured performances.
- Experience in teaching, coaching, or leading workshops preferred.
- Ability to perform solo and adapt arrangements independently.
- Exceptional musicianship and vocal quality.
- Multi-disciplinary versatility.
- Strong jazz understanding and improvisational ability.
- Broad, adaptable repertoire.
- Ability to read and respond to audience and environment.
- Confident guest interaction and communication skills.
- Creative, detail-driven approach to performance.
- Strong collaboration and professionalism.
About
V.Group provides a full range of ship management and marine support services to ship owners and operators around the globe, as well as the ability to blend those services together in unique combinations to meet specific customer needs. Guided by our values, we aim to deliver excellence in every area in which we operate, with safety being our number one priority.To help us achieve that, our group of companies and brands work interdependently, operating across different sectors, allowing us to become a comprehensive supplier of maritime and offshore services around the world.
Skills Required
- Proven professional musician experience in luxury, cruise, hotel, or high-end live environments
- Strong vocal ability to a professional standard
- Proficiency in at least two musical disciplines
- Experience across multiple genres, including essential jazz knowledge
- Experience delivering ambient and featured performances
- Experience teaching, coaching, or leading workshops
- Ability to perform solo and adapt arrangements independently
- Exceptional musicianship and vocal quality
- Strong jazz understanding and improvisational ability
- Broad, adaptable repertoire
- Ability to read and respond to audiences and environments
- Confident guest interaction and communication skills
- Creative, detail-driven approach to performance
- Strong collaboration and professionalism
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