BIOGRAPHY
CURRENT & PREVIOUS WORK:
** June 2025 - Present: Las Vegas Residency Tribute Artist: "Sir Elton, At The Piano"; Ahern Luxury Boutique Hotel, Las Vegas, NV -
Every Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday evening at 9 pm. Tickets available at sirelton.com
Description: Sir Elton stars pianist and vocalist Jeff Burkett, who is performing Elton John's greatest hits, live at the piano. Backed by a drummer and featured vocalist, it's a powerful tribute in a 100-seat studio-style showroom.
"Sir Elton is a powerful and personal live tribute to the legendary music of Elton John, starring internationally acclaimed pianist and vocalist, Jeff Burkett. Set fin the beautifully appointed Ahern Showroom in Las Vegas, this one-of-a-kind performance invites audiences on a musical journey through Elton John's greatest hits - all performed live at the piano in a 100-seat venue designed for an unforgettable, up-close experience.
Unlike large-scale impersonator acts or flashy stage spectacles, Sir Elton focuses on the heart and soul of Elton's music. Jeff Burkett brings both musicianship and personality to the stage, delivering songs like "Your Song", "Tiny Dancer", "Candle In The Wind", "Bennie and the Jets", and "Rocket Man" with passion and authenticity. The show features a live drummer and rotating female vocalist, creating a full, yet intimate sound that honors the emotional power of Elton John's original recordings.
Throughout the evening, Jeff incorporates costume changes and light story-telling, paying tribute not only to Elton's music, but to his legendary stage presence and charisma. Whether you're a lifelong fan or discovering Elton John's music for the first time, this show offers and immersive, heartfelt tribute that brings the magic of his timeless songs to life.
Located just off the Las Vegas Strip, Sir Elton is the perfect evening for music lovers, date nights, tourists, and anyone looking for a more personal entertainment experience. With only 100 seats per performance
, every show feels exclusive - like you're sitting in on a private concert with the Rocketman himself.
*****Sir Elton is a live tribute show and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Elton John or his official entities. *****
Get your tickets at: www.sirelton.com
~June 2019-present: National/International Pianist, Vocalist, Touring Musician, and Tribute Artist at: "Candle In The Wind, The Elton John Experience" (AKA locally) "Sir Elton, The Ultimate Elton John Tribute".
International touring musician and Elton John impersonator, Jeff Burkett brings his authentic tribute to the stage with the re- creation of Elton’s prolific vocals and Piano stylings at full throttle, performing all the big hits as well as some deeper cuts from Elton’s huge catalogue of music. Available as a full band or as a solo act.
“Jeff Burkett as Sir Elton John, brings a truly authentic portrayal of the iconic artist and his music to the stage, as well as an uncanny resemblance to Elton himself. As a fan of Elton’s music since the early age of 12, Jeff aspired to become a successful singer/pianist/songwriter after hearing Elton John’s , Goodbye Yellow Brick Road album. It remains his favorite to this day. “The music is absolutely incredible. But it is also the heartfelt, often surreal imagery of Taupin’s lyrics set to Elton’s unique piano and vocal styling's that tell these amazing stories best”, Jeff explains. “Mine and the band’s mission is to thoroughly re-create the Elton John concert experience, to the level or degree that after the show, fans truly feel as if they just saw Elton himself perform.”
Candle In The Wind - TAD SHOWS (tadmgmt.com)
~April 2022-present: Drums & backing vocals with National Touring Act; "White Winged Dove" (AKA Locally as) "Gold Dust Woman, AZ"
This high energy band is comprised of veteran musicians. They will take you through the 40+ years of Stevie’s legendary solo career as well as her Fleetwood Mac classics. The band brings to the stage, an authentic tribute to one of the most influential female rock vocalists and songwriters of all time. You’ll be taken back in time as White Winged Dove rocks Stevie’s hits including Stand Back, Edge of Seventeen, Rhiannon, Gypsy, If Anyone Falls, Landslide and many more.
White Winged Dove - TAD SHOWS (tadmgmt.com)
Former Drums & vocals at "In The Air Tonight, The Phil Collins Experience", celebrating the music of Genesis and Phil Collins
March 2023 - December 2024
Former Drums & vocals at “Supernaturalaz Santana Tribute”
August 2021 – June 2023 Phoenix, Arizona: Santana tribute band + Janis Joplin
Former Drums at Keep On Believin' tribute to Journey
December 18, 2017 - May 2020·Phoenix, Arizona
National / International Touring Musician at “Rocksteady
Productions, Inc.”
February 14, 2020 – Present Phoenix, Arizona
Pianist, Vocalist, and Drummer; piano and lead vocals.
Piano, Drums, and Voice Lessons at “Jeff Burkett Music.com”
March 28, 1985 - Present· Phoenix, Arizona
~PIANO instruction from national touring artist, with emphasis on ear training, music theory & harmony;
~DRUMMING instruction from pro with over 40 years Stage experience.
~SINGING lessons with emphasis on expanding your range, tone accuracy, and control, as well as vocal improvisation.
Professional musician at Vocalist/Pianist/Keyboardist/Drummer
/Composer
January 2, 1981 - Present· Phoenix, Arizona
EDUCATION:
~Studied Drums, Piano, Voice at “Cornish College of The Arts,” in Seattle Washington.
~Studied Music Theory and Music composition and Improvisation Class of 1984;
a “College of the visual and performing arts”, Seattle, WA., U.S.A.
PROFESSIONAL:
A well-known drummer, vocalist, and pianist in the Arizona community, as well as playing Nationally and Internationally. Established drummer with many, many years of experience and the ability to play a wide variety of genres of music.
“I have been playing drums, singing, and playing piano since I was a kid and went on to play professionally in 1981. I am fluent in all styles - rock, progressive rock, jazz-rock fusion, bee bop, Latin, big band, orchestra/symphonic, and more.
Some of the bands I have played with are: Angry Jan, Bayou Bandits, Stompbox, 3Phase, Mojo Rats, Signal 15, Oracle, Savage Rose, Factor 5, Advent, Great Society, Future, Millennium, Cocoa Brown & the New Soul Review, Jakarta, The Receders, Payback, Breakdown: A Tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Uncle Click, Sluggo, Loudhouse, The Britney Burns Band, The Mindy Harris Band, The Michael Nitro Band, Loudhouse, Tangled Slinky, Sultry Persuasion Band, Hair Razer, J 2 K, High Plains Hangover, and more.
My musical influences are all over the map. Drumming influences are Buddy Rich, Art Blakey, Gene Krupa, Neil Peart, Simon Phillips, Mike Portnoy, Phil Collins, Jeff Porcaro, Phil Ehardt, Manu Katche', Vinnie Colaiuta, Chad Smith, and of course John Bonham.
Piano players that have influenced me the most are Elton John, Billy Joel, David Paich, Rick Wakeman, Keith Emerson, Ryo Akumoto, Jan Hammer, Herbie Hancock, Jordan Rudess, and many others.
I am a huge fan of everything from Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett to Dream Theater. Of course, Yes, Rush, Pink Floyd, Genesis, Led Zeppelin, and the list goes on and on and on".