The Piano Guys Perform at a Church Fireside

The group–composed of pianist Jon Schmidt, cellist Steven Sharp Nelson, general manager Paul Anderson and producer/songwriter Al Van der Beek–joyedfully met members and friends at the Church for this fireside gathering, sharing stories as well as entertaining with creative renditions and mashups of popular songs.

The Piano Guys have distinguished themselves in an increasingly crowded music industry through their distinctive stylistic touches and focus on list building right from the beginning.

What is The Piano Guys?

The Piano Guys have become a sensation online thanks to YouTube. Their music video mashups of classical themes with pop songs have amassed millions of views worldwide. Members include pianist/songwriter Jon Schmidt, cellist Steven Sharp Nelson and producers Paul Anderson and Al van der Beek – each making contributions that bring this collective’s classic themes with contemporary songs to a worldwide audience.

Their music has garnered them widespread acclaim, receiving praise in The New York Times, Fast Company, BuzzFeed and Mashable as well as television appearances on CBS Sunday Morning, TODAY, Good Morning America and the Tonight Show. Since their first album‘s debut at #1 on Billboard’s Classical Albums chart 13 albums have been released by them with over 2 billion total global streams and 1.5 billion YouTube views totalling nearly two billion overall global streams – plus nearly 2 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone!

The Piano Guys continue to expand their boundaries, working alongside artists such as Placido Domingo and Lindsey Stirling to bring classical music‘s power and reach a wider range of audiences. Their concerts have sold-out venues globally while their YouTube videos have amassed millions of views in settings as varied as a snow-covered Utah desert, on board an ocean liner train heading through Iguazu Falls or underwater kelp forests.

How did The Piano Guys get started?

The Piano Guys originated as part of Paul Anderson’s attempt to promote his piano store via Facebook and YouTube marketing. Jon Schmidt agreed to assist, while Anderson recruited Steven Sharp Nelson (cellist) and Al van der Beek (producer and videographer).

The Piano Guys have earned themselves an international following over time through their visual and musical talents. These men create highly entertaining videos which appeal to audiences worldwide.

They often perform outdoors using grand pianos to provide an uninhibited contrast to nature while showcasing their talents. Furthermore, they have collaborated on videos with YouTube stars and other artists, creating unforgettable video montages.

They are a Christian music group who believe their success can be used to glorify God and motivate young people. Parents regularly send them thank-you notes for motivating their children; furthermore, their videos have been seen by millions around the globe.

What are The Piano Guys’ most popular songs?

From their serendipitous beginning in a Southern Utah piano shop to becoming one of the world’s biggest global musical forces with billions of YouTube views and millions of Spotify listeners worldwide, The Piano Guys have become an incredible success story. Their 13 albums (five studio releases and two Christmas releases) have garnered six No. 1 debuts on Billboard Classical Albums chart while selling millions of copies worldwide. Boundless compositions by Jon Schmidt (pianist/composer), Steven Sharp Nelson (cellist/songwriter), Paul Anderson/producer videographer Paul Anderson/Composers Al van der Beek have enabled them to transcend style/genre distinction to prove themselves as an irresistible group without boundaries or boundaries!

This week, The Piano Guys hit one billion views on YouTube! In celebration of this feat, a special video was uploaded that features contemporary hits by Ed Sheeran, Shawn Mendes, and BTS mixed with Erik Satie’s classical rendition of Gymnopedie No 1 as the perfect piano lullaby! Boasting over 2 million followers on Facebook and 1.5 million on Instagram respectively, these 21st-century musical collective continue to charm audiences worldwide.

What are The Piano Guys’ most popular videos?

The Piano Guys have amassed millions of YouTube subscribers with their groundbreaking music videos that combine popular hits with classical pieces. Their performances can be found anywhere from the Great Wall of China and train cars atop it, to inside an artificial ice cave; additionally they have also performed at Iguazu Falls and Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio.

Their diverse repertoire encompasses everything from Taylor Swift to The Jackson 5; as well as an inspiring take on classic music that resonates with people of all ages, and their captivating videos draw people from around the globe.

This group comprises four Utah dads – Paul Anderson (piano), Jon Schmidt (piano), Steven Sharp Nelson (cello) and Al van der Beek (drums). When they started, their goal was simply to market their piano store; now, however, they have become global sensations, traveling the globe to perform concerts that inspire audiences of all ages; from preschoolers to seniors.