The dueling piano sensation comes to you!
Our interactive and energetic show is sure to leave your guests with unforgettable memories.
About
We are here to handle your entertainment needs!
Each Chasing Keys dueling piano show is full of unpredictable twists and turns, giving your guests complete control of the music through song requests! Our team of experienced entertainers have performed at weddings, corporate events, fundraisers, and public venues all across Texas. We bring contagious energy to each performance with the goal of getting your guests singing and dancing all night long!
Meet the Team
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Kyle Chappell
FOUNDER/PIANIST
Kyle is a native of San Antonio and has been performing as a dueling pianist/piano entertainer since 2018. He started his journey at the famous Howl at the Moon dueling piano bar in San Antonio before branching off into their traveling corporate wing called Howl2Go.
Kyle has performed all over Texas- from Odessa to Tyler and everywhere in-between. Other renowned piano bars that have featured Kyle include Pat O’Brien’s (San Antonio), Barrels & Amps (Georgetown), Rockin J (Cedar Park), and Howl at the Moon (Houston).
Whenever not working, Kyle enjoys relaxing with his wife Lindsay and their two dogs (Thunder, Pippin) and cat (Bailey). He also enjoys cycling, woodworking, and aquascaping in his free time.
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Alicia Heard
PIANIST
Originally from Atlanta, Alicia has called San Antonio home since childhood. She got her start at San Antonio’s Howl at the Moon in 2019, where you can still find her today!
Alicia has been featured at New Braunfels’ Moonshine & Ale piano bar, in addition to the Houston Howl at the Moon location. She has played in many different cities all over Texas with Howl2Go’s traveling shows, as well as on Norwegian Cruise Lines with Howl at Sea.
In her off hours you’ll find Alicia crafting, cooking, and enjoying time in nature with her partner Brandon and their two dogs, Harvey and Heidi.
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Ryan Teter
PIANIST
Ryan is a lifelong singer, multi-instrumentalist, and entertainer who has been on the Texas dueling/sing-along piano bar scene since 2011. He started music lessons as a toddler as soon as he was tall enough to reach the piano, and fell so in love with smashing the keys that he dedicated his life to turning his passion into a rewarding career.
Armed with a massive repertoire of songs, a friendly and personable stage presence, and a willingness to try just about anything once (musically!), Ryan can't wait to party with you at your next event.
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Thomas Buley
PIANIST
Thomas, a native to San Antonio, was born and raised in a family of musicians and has been surrounded by music his whole life. He is a multi-instrumentalist who has been working as an entertainer since 2021, most often at Howl at the Moon.
When he is not fulfilling requests at the bar, he enjoys writing, recording, and performing original music. He released an EP in late 2024 and is currently working on a full length album.
Outside of music, he loves to spend time with his wife and daughter, play video games, drink coffee, and read books. He also enjoys running and cycling.
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Gabe Durand-Hollis
DRUMMER
Gabe began playing drums in 2003, aspiring to play one of the more important instruments known for its versatility of musical styles. Through his training in time-keeping and rhythm, he has over two decades of experience as a percussionist in numerous musical ensembles ranging from marching band, orchestra, and jazz band.
He is currently pursuing his second Bachelor's Degree in Music Composition from The University of Texas at San Antonio, while performing full-time as a member of the Orchestra at First Baptist Church, and is a new core member of the Alamo City Symphony Viva orchestra. Gabe also freelances as a drumset player for Howl at the Moon for both private and public events at their downtown location.
His favorite genres of music to play include jazz, pop, classical, and new music works. His hobbies outside of writing music include watching movies, playing video games, and helping to take care of people's pets (he prefers cats, but loves dogs too)!
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Alex Sutherlin
DRUMMER
Alex is a multi-instrumentalist, playing instruments such as: sax, bass, drums, keys, fiddle, guitar, clarinet, flute, and more! He has over 17 years of professional performance experience in a variety of genres including, but not limited to: jazz, country, rock, latin, MCing, DJing, live sound mixing, and of course the dueling piano show.
He is a music graduate from UTSA and a full time public school Orchestra Director and Assistant Band Director in SCUCISD. Born in Italy and raised in San Antonio, he is an Italian American; fluent in Italian and always working on Spanish, especially here in Texas.
Alex is excited to be a part of the Chasing Keys team!
Google Reviews
Emily P.
Chasing Keys were so great at a recent wedding we attended! They did a great job engaging with the audience and had us dancing all night! Highly recommend!!!
Shirin U.
This group was fantastic! Great selections of music and high energy! We all had such a great time!!
Lauren C.
Kyle’s group played a wedding I attended last weekend and they were FANTASTIC! Played oldies for the older crowd and all the best hits of today for the rest of us! Kid friendly lyrics too ;) Can’t wait to hire them for my company’s fundraiser in the spring!
Melissa K.
Had an absolute blast at a wedding which featured Chasing Keys as their musical entertainment for the night. Not only were the songs tons of fun to sing along and dance to, but both musicians were incredible performers, singers, and entertainers. I would highly recommend this for any event that calls for unique entertainment for all ages!
Katie O.
Hi! We used Kyle and Chasing Keys for a wedding after party last weekend and they are AMAZING! Kyle and his team are great- we absolutely love working with him and will continue to work with them for parties. 100/10 recommend.
Garrett P.
The crew really knows how to get the party started and keep it going! Fun and interactive. Live music will always be better than a DJ. Highly recommend!
Upcoming Events
Dates are generally booked 3-6 months in advance.
FAQs
What equipment do you bring?
Our performers bring collapsible piano shells, digital pianos, sound equipment, lighting equipment, and request slips for your audience. Other musicians such as drummers or guitarists bring their own equipment. All that we need at your venue is access to nearby outlets.
Do you travel oustide of Texas?
Although we are primarily based in the Central Texas area, we do often perform all over the state and can even travel out of state if needed. Traveling further than 100 miles from our office will be an additional cost that is factored into your final quote.
Do you offer MC service?
We do! Chasing Keys has trained MC’s that can be booked for an additional $400.
How long does setup take?
We usually plan on arriving to the venue at least two hours prior to the performance start time. One of our performers will reach out to the venue in advance to provide an ETA.
How long does a show last?
The average Chasing Keys show is 3 hours from start to finish. Our performers have played for as little as 10 minutes to as long as 5 hours, so we can accommodate for any performance length.
How much does a show cost?
Our rates for 2025 can be found by clicking the orange button near the bottom of this FAQ page!
How much space do you need?
Generally a space of 10’ x 10’ is required for our three performers and all of our gear.
How early should I book?
If you are booking for weddings or corporate events we would recommend booking at least 6 months in advance. Bars and wineries will typically book at least 3 months in advance. Some last minute availability may be present on our schedule, so always check our calendar for regular updates!
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