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Paul Singleton - Washington's Piano Man

Paul Singleton - Washington's Piano Man

By: Bigfoot's Wilderness Podcast
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 Paul Singleton: Washington’s Piano Man is a musical journey through the songs, memories, and melodies of a man who spent his life behind the keys.

From smoky piano lounges to elegant hotel lobbies, high-end clubs, neighborhood parties, and family gatherings, Paul played everywhere—and played for everyone.

This podcast is a reflection of his musical world: warm Christmas standards, romantic ballads, jazz-tinged improvisations, nostalgic classics, and the everyday tunes that filled decades of nights across Washington, D.C.

Each episode celebrates the sound of a working pianist—the kind who could turn any room into a moment, any melody into a memory, and any occasion into something worth remembering. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the timeless music of a man whose hands never stopped playing and whose passion never left the keys.

A rare, restored collection of performances by Paul Singleton — Washington’s Piano Man.
These recordings feature Paul both as a solo pianist and as a member of several working bands throughout the 1980s, showcasing the warmth, skill, and style that defined his musical life.

Much of this music comes from vintage cassette tapes and personal collections, carefully transferred and professionally preserved so these moments can be heard again in their best possible form. Some pieces survived the years better than others, and this project is dedicated to honoring what remains — pulling together the performances that weren’t damaged and restoring them with care.

This podcast serves as an archive, a tribute, and a celebration of a life lived at the piano, keeping Paul’s legacy alive for family, friends, and music lovers everywhere.
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Episodes
  • Background Music - Washington's Piano Man

    Background Music - Washington's Piano Man
    Dec 16 2025
    Welcome to the smooth, sophisticated soundscape curated by Paul Singleton, Washington’s Piano Man.
    These are the songs that drift effortlessly through upscale lounges and intimate clubs—where conversations linger, cocktails clink, and the night unfolds at an easy pace.
    Blending contemporary smooth jazz, soulful R&B, and mellow lounge grooves, this music is designed to complement the moment, not overpower it.
    Warm piano lines, subtle rhythms, and velvety melodies create a relaxed yet refined atmosphere, perfect for unwinding or easing into the evening. Sit back, settle in, and let the music do what it does best—set the mood.
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    43 mins
  • A mix of nostalgia

    A mix of nostalgia
    Dec 12 2025
    Thankfully, cassette recorders captured much of my father’s music at the time. While the recordings aren’t as crisp or clear as we might hope today, cassette tapes were the most accessible and affordable option available to consumers then, making them the closest thing to practical, everyday recording technology of that era.
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    31 mins
  • Classic Christmas music on piano

    Classic Christmas music on piano
    Dec 2 2025
    Paul Singleton, Washington’s Piano Man, brings Christmas to life with warm, timeless piano renditions of classic holiday favorites—just like you’d hear in a cozy hotel lounge or candlelit winter party in D.C.
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    1 hr and 18 mins
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