Isaac Ceciliano

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Isaac Ceciliano is a saxophonist, woodwind doubler, pianist, composer, and educator with a bachelor’s degree in Music Performance focused in Jazz Studies.

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Isaac Ceciliano is a saxophonist, woodwind doubler, pianist, composer, and educator with a bachelor’s degree in Music Performance focused in Jazz Studies. He has experience performing and teaching across a variety of musical styles including jazz, classical, commercial, and contemporary music.

Isaac teaches saxophone, beginner flute and clarinet, piano, music theory, improvisation, and jazz studies, working with students of all ages and skill levels. His teaching approach focuses on building strong fundamentals while keeping lessons engaging, creative, and personalized to each student’s goals.

As an active performer, bandleader, and arranger, Isaac brings real-world musical experience into his teaching and is passionate about helping students grow both technically and artistically.

  • Joined May 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • Spanish; CastilianFluent
  • FrenchIntermediate

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Gaming
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Professional Services
  • Other

Projects · 6

Work experience

Founder & Musical Director · The Digital PocketJun 2025 – Present · 1 yr 6 mos

Founder and musical director of fusion ensemble performing jazz standards, video game arrangements, and popular music covers. Lead repertoire development, setlist planning, and rehearsal organization. Perform music ranging from Duke Ellington to Koji Kondo to Amy Winehouse with a focus on eclectic programming and audience engagement.

Saxophonist / Ensemble Member · University of South Florida (USF)Sep 2023 – May 2026 · 2 yrs 9 mos

Member of USF Jazz Ensemble 1, USF Jazztet, and USF Latin Jazztet from Fall 2023 through Spring 2026; developed section leadership, ensemble cohesion, and improvisational skills; performed with premier small group USF Jazztet and expanded Afro-Latin repertoire.

Ensemble Member / Multi-Instrumentalist · State College of Florida (SCF)Sep 2021 – May 2023 · 1 yr 9 mos

Performed in SCF Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combo, Presidential Jazz Combo, Wind Ensemble, and Guitar Ensemble; studied under Pete Carney; developed leadership, improvisation, and multi-instrumental capabilities; early experience in professionalism.

Education

Bachelor of the Arts in Music Performance – Jazz Studies · University of South Florida2023 – 2026
Associate of Arts in Music · State College of Florida2021 – 2023
High School Diploma · Southeast High School2017 – 2021

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