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The music of Ebony notes massages the mind and warms the heart. A passionate, versatile pianist and rhythmic keyboardist, Yvonne Payne's many styles include classical music to soothing, soulful jazz sounds.

Yvonne Payne, professional pianist and passionate piano teacher started her professional career at age 15. Today she has over 30 years experience and entertained at more than 500 events ranging from private weddings to major corporate events including a 1966 concert with Doc Sevrensen and Portland's Johnny Martin Band in 2003.

She received her formal training in Music Performance and Education from the Lower Columbia College as well as from University of Washington where she received numerous awards for her outstanding performances.

Yvonne Payne has been mentioned in publications such as the Longview Daily News, Vancouver Business Journal, and Lacamas Life Magazine. She maintains professional affiliations with the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, the Clark County Chapter of the National Music Teacher Association, POVA and is a board member of EOCF. She has a home studio located in Vancouver, Washington and currently has 23 piano students from ages 4 to 65.

Mrs. Payne has three grown daughters, four grand children, and her dog Ceci a Bichon Frise. Her wide array of interests also includes gardening, reading, travel and garage sales.

Yvonne has provided wonderful background music at a variety of venues, including:
The Hostess House   Cafe Al Dente Italian Restaurant
The Vancouver Hilton     Red Lion at the Quay
The Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce Pacific Continental Bank
Windsor Weddings at the Academy   IQ Credit Union
The Portland Spirit  First Independent Bank
Lake Side Gardens Weddings Montgomery Park

                                       
  • Personalized music for Corporate Events, Grand Openings, Wine Tasting, Teas, Garden Parties and Fund Raisers.
  • Specialized Music for Weddings, Receptions, Wedding Anniversaries, Birthdays and Retirements
  • Portable equipment is compact with programmable sounds of piano, strings, vibes, guitar and more.
  • Available for accompanying vocal soloist or instrumentalist.
  • 30+ years experience
. We really appreciate you providing the music for our wedding! It was perfect!
I will be recommending your services to those who a re in need. Thank You!
- Tristin & Trigve

Thank you for making our Open House a big success. Your music was great.
- C.J. Monroe

Thank you for your contribution to our ceremony, and for helping make our day special.  We have been impressed with you and your talent since the day we met you.
- Dennis & Michelle

Be sure to include the elegant background piano music by 'Ebonynotes' to create the perfect ambience for your guests.
 
Ebony Notes
Yvonne Payne, Pianist
360-699-5504
6400 NE Hwy 99 Suite G 332
Vancouver, WA 98665
yvonne@ebonynotes.com
www.ebonynotes.com


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