I am Carlo Gizzi, an Italian pianist, conductor, composer and music educator with decades of work across classical and contemporary repertoires. My career spans performing, teaching, arranging and directing orchestras and youth ensembles, with a strong focus on developing young musicians and bridging traditional and modern musical language. I collaborate with cultural associations, educational institutions and artistic projects across Italy and Europe, always aiming to cultivate creativity, technical excellence and a love for music in students and audiences alike. Since 2011 I have directed youth orchestras and large ensembles, contributed to national competitions and festival platforms, and partnered with TEV Italia and various cultural organizations to create and present innovative programs. My work regularly blends classical foundations with modern approaches, improvisation and cross-genre projects, while maintaining a deep commitment to education and community engagement.

Carlo Gizzi

I am Carlo Gizzi, an Italian pianist, conductor, composer and music educator with decades of work across classical and contemporary repertoires. My career spans performing, teaching, arranging and directing orchestras and youth ensembles, with a strong focus on developing young musicians and bridging traditional and modern musical language. I collaborate with cultural associations, educational institutions and artistic projects across Italy and Europe, always aiming to cultivate creativity, technical excellence and a love for music in students and audiences alike. Since 2011 I have directed youth orchestras and large ensembles, contributed to national competitions and festival platforms, and partnered with TEV Italia and various cultural organizations to create and present innovative programs. My work regularly blends classical foundations with modern approaches, improvisation and cross-genre projects, while maintaining a deep commitment to education and community engagement.

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I am Carlo Gizzi, an Italian pianist, conductor, composer and music educator with decades of work across classical and contemporary repertoires. My career spans performing, teaching, arranging and directing orchestras and youth ensembles, with a strong focus on developing young musicians and bridging traditional and modern musical language. I collaborate with cultural associations, educational institutions and artistic projects across Italy and Europe, always aiming to cultivate creativity, technical excellence and a love for music in students and audiences alike.

Since 2011 I have directed youth orchestras and large ensembles, contributed to national competitions and festival platforms, and partnered with TEV Italia and various cultural organizations to create and present innovative programs. My work regularly blends classical foundations with modern approaches, improvisation and cross-genre projects, while maintaining a deep commitment to education and community engagement.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Tastierista at Tony Santagata
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2010
Performed as keyboardist during tours from 2003 to 2010.
Direttore Orchestra Giovanile Narada at Narada
January 1, 2010 - July 2, 2025
Conducted youth orchestra and achieved third prize at the XIX National Competition for Young Musicians in 2011.
Direttore del Complesso Bandistico "Città di Palombara Sabina" at Città di Palombara Sabina
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
Directing and conducting this band from 2008 to 2012.
Direttore musicale e co-fondatore at TEV-Italia
January 1, 2012 - July 2, 2025
Co-founded TEV Italia in 2012, serving as musical director collaborating in productions and concerts.
Director and Musician at Divine Symphony Orchestra
January 1, 2014 - June 1, 2024
Co-founder and musical director of the Divine Symphony Orchestra, an international ensemble working on fusion and classical repertoires, collaborating with artists from multiple countries. Duties include musical direction, composition, arranging, and live performances across Europe and India.
Music Director and Producer at TEV-Italia
January 1, 2012 - June 1, 2024
Co-founder and director of TEV-Italia, involved in musical direction, composition, production, and arranging for theatre productions, concerts, and festivals. Organized and collaborated on productions sponsored by EXPOinCITTA’ with international artists and large-scale performances.
Pianist, Composer, Arranger at Various Collaborations and Studios
January 1, 2003 - June 1, 2024
Collaborated as a pianist, composer, arranger, and sound engineer for numerous productions including film soundtracks, short films, advertising campaigns, and theatre music. Worked with production houses such as Essere Produzioni, Soundiva, Golden Production, and others. Also produced and arranged albums for bands like Vilamba and worked on music marketing campaigns for brands like BRIONI.
Music Teacher and Conductor at Various Educational Institutions and Orchestras
January 1, 2006 - June 1, 2024
Taught piano (classical, jazz, modern) and musical education in different schools, summer camps, and music academies. Directed youth orchestras and ensembles, organized musical workshops, and led orchestral and choral groups. Engaged in music pedagogy projects with MIUR and international schools.
Piano Teacher at AJ56 / IC Valenza (AL)
August 31, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Piano teacher, percorso di istruzione musicale, insegnamento a tempo pieno
Music Education Teacher at IC Novi Ligure (AL)
August 31, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Insegnante di educazione musicale, assistente
Music Teacher, Assistant at IC Arona Scrivia (AL)
June 30, 2020 - October 1, 2025
Insegnante di musica, assistente
Conductor; Music Teacher at Marching Band 'Città di Palombara Sabina' (RM)
December 31, 2012 - October 1, 2025
Conductor of the marching band and music teacher
Piano Teacher at IC Novi Ligure
August 31, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Piano teacher at an Italian Municipal Institute of Education; responsibilities include individual piano instruction and ensemble coordination.
Music Education Teacher, Assistant at IC Arquata Scrivia
June 30, 2020 - October 1, 2025
Music education teacher and assistant, providing classroom instruction and ensemble activities.
Music Education Teacher, Assistant at IC Mola Re, Palombara Sabina
June 30, 2016 - October 1, 2025
Music education teacher, assistant, contributing to curricula and student performances.
Professor of Jazz, Modern and Classical Piano at Cultura Association Arc 85, Roma
January 1, 2012 - October 1, 2025
Professor of jazz, modern and classical piano; occasional collaboration and pedagogy.
Maestro e Direttore dell'Orchestra Giovanile del Municipio di Roma III at Orchestra Giovanile del Municipio di Roma III
January 1, 2012 - October 1, 2025
Director and conductor of the youth orchestra for the Rome III municipality.
Conductor at Marching Band 'Città di Palombara Sabina', Palombara Sabina (RM)
January 1, 2012 - October 1, 2025
Conductor of the marching band; coordination of rehearsals and performances.
Conductor and Music Teacher at Narada Youth Orchestra
January 1, 2007 - October 1, 2025
Conductor and music teacher; introduced youth ensemble programming and education; third prize at XIX National Contest for Young Musicians (2011).
Co-founder and Director at TEV-Italy
January 1, 2012 - Present
Co-founder and director of TEV-Italy; subsequently involved with TEV-International in collaboration with Monia Giovannangeli and Victor Venturni.
Director at Narada Youth Orchestra
January 1, 2010 - Present
Director of Narada Youth Orchestra; contributed to repertoire and ensemble development.
Piano Teacher at AJ56
September 1, 2025 - Present
Piano pedagogy and curriculum development as the principal piano teacher for students.
Piano Teacher at IC Novi Ligure
August 31, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Piano teacher and music educator; design and deliver piano lessons and music curricula; coordinate with school programs.
Music Education Teacher, Assistant at Istituto Comprensivo Arqua Scrivia
June 30, 2020 - October 1, 2025
Teach music education; assist in curriculum development and student assessment; coordinate with teachers.
Music Education Teacher, Assistant at Istituto Comprensivo Mola Re (Villa Romagna)
June 30, 2016 - October 1, 2025
Teach music education; provide piano instruction and support school activities.
Music Instrument Teacher at CISS Cabella International Sahaja School
March 31, 2015 - October 1, 2025
Teach music instrument; lead workshops and collaborations; oversee musical activities.
Conductor and Piano Teacher at Marching Band 'Città di Palombara Sabina'
December 31, 2012 - October 1, 2025
Conductor of the marching band; piano teacher; responsible for repertoire and performances.
Professor of Jazz, Modern and Classical Piano at Cultura Associazione 'Musical Moments' of Monte Libretto (RM)
December 31, 2012 - October 1, 2025
Jazz, modern and classical piano instruction; conduct youth orchestra; occasional workshop participation.
Professor of Jazz, Modern and Classical Piano; Conductor of the Youth Orchestra at Cultural Association Arc a 85, Rome (RM)
December 31, 2012 - October 1, 2025
Professor of Jazz, Modern and Classical Piano; Conductor of the youth orchestra of the III Municipality of Rome; introductory music education activities.
Director; Conductor and Piano Teacher at Marching Band 'Città di Palombara Sabina', Palombara Sabina (RM)
December 31, 2012 - October 1, 2025
Conductor of the Marching Band; music teacher; occasional collaboration with the music school; coordination of performances and repertoire.
Director of the Youth Orchestra at Orchestra Narada (Narada Youth Orchestra)
January 1, 2011 - Present
Director of the Narada Youth Orchestra; led the ensemble to achieve recognition, including placing third at the XIX National Competition Giovani Musicisti in 2011.
Music Education Teacher; Conductor at Istituto Comprensivo Monte Libretto, Roma
December 31, 2007 - October 1, 2025
Music education teaching; instrumental and ensemble work; coordination of school music activities.
Director of Youth Orchestra at Orchestra Giovanile Narada (Rome area)
January 1, 2011 - Present
Directs the youth orchestra; continues to develop repertoire and performances across Italy.

Education

Diploma at Conservatorio "L. Refice" di Frosinone
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2003
Diploma II° livello at Conservatorio "L. Refice" di Frosinone
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Diploma at Conservatorio L. Refice di Frosinone
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Second Level Diploma in Modern Piano and Music for the Show at Conservatorio L. Refice di Frosinone
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Diploma di II livello in Pianoforte Moderno con indirizzo Musica Moderna e Spettacolo at Conservatorio L. Refice, Frosinone
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Diploma di II livello in Pianoforte Moderno con indirizzo musica moderna e spettacolo at Conservatorio L. Refice, Frosinone
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Masterclass in Jazz Improvisation at Amit Chatterjee
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
Diploma di Conservatorio di Musica at Conservatorio L. Refice, Frosinone
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 2003
Diploma di II livello in Pianoforte Moderno con indirizzo Musica Moderna e per lo Spettacolo at Conservatorio L. Refice, Frosinone
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007
Diploma di II livello in Pianoforte (Indirizzo Musica Moderna e Spettacolo) at Conservatorio L. Refice, Frosinone
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Diploma di II livello in Pianoforte (Indirizzo Musica Moderna e per lo Spettacolo) at Conservatorio L. Refice, Frosinone
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Diploma di II° livello in Pianoforte Moderno at Conservatorio L. Refice di Frosinone
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 2003
Diploma di II° livello in Pianoforte Forte (Indirizzo Musica Moderna e Spettacolo) at Conservatorio L. Refice di Frosinone
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
Workshop - Vienna Boys Choir at Vienna Boys Choir (workshop)
February 1, 2014 - February 1, 2014

Qualifications

Certificazione percorso dei 24 cf
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Seminario improvvisazione Jazz
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Workshop direzione coro e orchestra presso Vienna Boys Choir
February 1, 2014 - February 28, 2014
Workshop on Jazz Improvisation
September 1, 2007 - September 30, 2007
Workshop on Choir and Orchestra Conducting at Vienna Boys Choir
February 1, 2014 - February 28, 2014
Certification in Instrumental Didactics and Choral Conducting
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Basic and Advanced Mixing and Mastering Courses at Insound Studio
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Steinberg Software Certification
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Diploma di II livello in Pianoforte Moderno
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Diploma Conservatorio in Pianoforte
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Masterclass Jazz Improvisation
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
Diploma di Conservatorio di Musica (L. Refice, Frosinone)
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2025
Diploma di II livello in Pianoforte Moderno con indirizzo Musica Moderna e per lo Spettacolo (L. Refice, Frosinone)
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2025
Diploma di II° livello in Pianoforte Moderno
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 2003
Diploma di II° livello in Pianoforte Forte (Indirizzo Musica Moderna e Spettacolo)
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
Workshop - Vienna Boys Choir
February 1, 2014 - February 1, 2014

Industry Experience

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