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The music of American pianist and composer, Carol, dances between the serious and the light, traditional and contemporary genres, with strong influences from Impressionism to Romanticism and her Italian heritage. Her lyricism paired with technical precision have earned her a reputation as one of today’s premiere pianists, performing extensively throughout the eastern United States both as a soloist and a chamber musician. |
Carol is a graduate of the New England Conservatory of Music, Boston, MA (BM in Piano Performance with David Hagan). She continued graduate studies in Piano Pedagogy with Jean Stackhouse (NEC); Composition with John Felice (NEC); and influential mentors Donald Waxman; the late concert pianist, Anthony di Bonaventura, a master teacher of international stature; and celebrated Russian teacher Madame Isabelle Vengerova.
A multi-faceted musician, teacher, composer, recording artist and Steinway Artist, Carol founded, Elegant Entertainment & Co. (BMI) in 1985, producing thirteen, critically acclaimed albums ranging from Original Contemporary to Classical and Comune Music Press of her scored original compositions featured at the prestigious 30th Annual Contemporary Music for the Young, Weston, MA and numerous piano festivals.
Her albums have received world-wide recognition and over 28 million all-time streams through Spotify. Specifically, her newest album, “The Perfect Place to Be” 2020 (3 Million Streams) was featured on Spotify’s Classical New Releases for her recording of “The Little Shepherd” from Debussy’s Children’s Corner.
Her music is featured on National Public Radio worldwide; online stations such as Pandora, Spotify, Apple iTunes, and Amazon; Enlightened Piano Radio; and Whisperings Solo Piano Radio and showcased on Moving Classics TV, Munich. Carol’s music has also been featured on the NBC Today Show.
A multi-faceted musician, teacher, composer, recording artist and Steinway Artist, Carol founded, Elegant Entertainment & Co. (BMI) in 1985, producing thirteen, critically acclaimed albums ranging from Original Contemporary to Classical and Comune Music Press of her scored original compositions featured at the prestigious 30th Annual Contemporary Music for the Young, Weston, MA and numerous piano festivals.
Her albums have received world-wide recognition and over 28 million all-time streams through Spotify. Specifically, her newest album, “The Perfect Place to Be” 2020 (3 Million Streams) was featured on Spotify’s Classical New Releases for her recording of “The Little Shepherd” from Debussy’s Children’s Corner.
Her music is featured on National Public Radio worldwide; online stations such as Pandora, Spotify, Apple iTunes, and Amazon; Enlightened Piano Radio; and Whisperings Solo Piano Radio and showcased on Moving Classics TV, Munich. Carol’s music has also been featured on the NBC Today Show.
Carol has been a featured artist, performing at the:
Carol has been a member of the Music Teachers National Association for over 30 years and has had an active private studio since 1973. In addition to SC Music Lessons LLC, Carol also is an instructor at the Westminster Conservatory of Music and is former faculty at:
In 2016-2017, Carol was honored with the Steinway Top Teacher Award. Additionally, Carol's students are recipients for a plethora of outstanding achievements. Musical Organizations include: Music-fest (Rising Talents); The Royal Conservatory Exams; Golden Key; Solo Pianists at Westminster Conservatory: 1st Place and 2nd Place Winners - Weill Hall/ Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall/Kaufmann Center, NYC. Carol has a passion for instilling a love for music in the next generation of pianists and composers!
- Westminster Conservatory of Music at Princeton
- Bristol Chapel
- Nassau Concert Series
- New England Conservatory of Music
- Gardner Museum
- Art Complex at Duxbury
- Longfellow National Historic Site
- New York City's Lincoln Center and Steinway Hall
- Flagler Museum and Kravis Center
Carol has been a member of the Music Teachers National Association for over 30 years and has had an active private studio since 1973. In addition to SC Music Lessons LLC, Carol also is an instructor at the Westminster Conservatory of Music and is former faculty at:
- New England Conservatory Prep School
- Berklee College of Music, MA
- Palm Beach Atlantic University
- Conservatory at Lynn University, FL
In 2016-2017, Carol was honored with the Steinway Top Teacher Award. Additionally, Carol's students are recipients for a plethora of outstanding achievements. Musical Organizations include: Music-fest (Rising Talents); The Royal Conservatory Exams; Golden Key; Solo Pianists at Westminster Conservatory: 1st Place and 2nd Place Winners - Weill Hall/ Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall/Kaufmann Center, NYC. Carol has a passion for instilling a love for music in the next generation of pianists and composers!
Carol's Teaching Style:
Carol is well-versed in many genres and supports and encourages each student's personal musical goals. For students who also want to pursue piano composition, Carol is an incredible resource who helps students sharpen their creative skills. Finally, she has invested the time and energy to take the caliber of her virtual lessons to the next level with high-quality audio and video, allowing premier experiences for her students.
Carol is well-versed in many genres and supports and encourages each student's personal musical goals. For students who also want to pursue piano composition, Carol is an incredible resource who helps students sharpen their creative skills. Finally, she has invested the time and energy to take the caliber of her virtual lessons to the next level with high-quality audio and video, allowing premier experiences for her students.