Starting at a young age, I am skilled in both Classical and Jazz piano performance. Throughout my musical journey, I've had the opportunity to play in various settings, including elementary, middle, and high school ensembles and bands. I've actively taken part in numerous musical events and was privileged to be chosen for my high school's wind symphony, performing in national concerts. My high school education was enriched by a focus on music, being part of a music magnet program. I believe that music is a powerful force that bridges cultures, sparks imagination, and brings people together. I believe in its ability to evoke emotions, and foster understanding. My aspiration is to use music, specifically piano music, to inspire others, uplift unheard voices, and and cultivate environments where connection thrives. I plan to achieve this by collaborating with other piano major students, refining my talents through dedicated coursework and practice. I hope to leave a meaningful and lasting influence to myself and others.
Experience
Piano / Keyboard
January 2017- April 2019
Greater Miami Youth Symphony
When I was in the Glades Middle School Jazz Band, we performed “Caballo Viejo” with Lead Singer and Percussionist Roberto Torres. During the summers of 2017-2019 I was part of GYMS (Greater Miami Youth Symphony) and we performed with the incredible musician and Saxophonist, Ed Calle.
Florida Band Association - Solos
2021- Superior
2022 - Superior with Distinction
2023-Superior
Music Performance Assessment -
Concert and Jazz Band:
2019-Superior
2021-Superior
2022-Superior
2023-Superior Music For All National Festival (Indianapolis)
2023 - Wind Symphony Orchestra
June - July 2021
Frost School of Music
Piano player for the Advanced/Honors Jazz Band under the direction of Martin Bejerano, UM Professor of Music, Jazz.
Charlie Vernon ( Piano Major)
List of Repertoire studied and performed this Fall Semester 2024:
10/ 28 / 2024: Nocturne in D- Flat Major for Left Hand Alone Op. 9 No. 2 by Scriabin
11/ 2 / 2024: Nocturne in D- Flat Major for Left Hand Alone Op. 9 No. 2 by Scriabin
11/3 / 2024: Nocturne in D- Flat Major for Left Hand Alone Op. 9 No. 2 by Scriabin
11/ 18 / 2024: Nocturne in D- Flat Major for Left Hand Alone Op. 9 No. 2 by Scriabin
12/6/2024: Mazurka Op. 40 No. 2 by Scriabin
List of Repertoire studied and performed this Spring Semester 2025:
2/10/2025: Keyboard Suite No. 4 in F# Minor (A theme only.) by Handel
2/14/2025: Keyboard Suite No. 4 in F# Minor (A theme only.) by Handel
Nocturne in D- Flat Major for Left Hand Alone Op. 9 No. 2 by Scriabin
4/4/2025: The Girl With The Flaxen Hair by Debussy
List of Repertoire studied and performed this Fall Semester 2025:
9/25/2025: Notturno Op.54 No. 4 by Grieg
10/20/2025: Notturno Op.54 No. 4 by Grieg
10/28/2025: Notturno Op.54 No. 4 by Grieg