About

My Background

Catherine Fagiolo is recognized as an outstanding teacher and performer whose specialty is guiding students to discover technical freedom and artistic expression in vocal and piano performance. Her students have won awards for their artistic performances in regional and national auditions.

Catherine holds degrees from Brown University and the University of Oklahoma, and a California teaching credential. She has been a member of the music faculty at American River College, Cosumnes River College, and Folsom Lake College.

In the Sacramento area, Catherine has founded and served as artistic director for Three Rivers Chorale and the Choral Studio.

Catherine has appeared as a keyboard artist with ensembles at Sacramento State University and regional honor choirs, and in other collaborative performances. She has been featured vocal soloist with ensembles and chamber groups in the region. She was choral associate and cantor for Sacred Heart Church of Sacramento and performed locally and internationally with Sacred Heart’s Schola Cantorum. She is also featured on numerous recordings released by Schola Cantorum.

Catherine is a member of the Music Teachers Association of California, Music Teachers National Association, National Association of Teachers of Singing, American Choral Directors Association, and National Association for Music Education.

Sharing my Passion

Everyone should be able to have a life of making music. Guiding students on that journey excites me! That's why I became a teacher. Whether you're a just a beginner or an advanced student needing guidance, I want to help you make the most of your musical experience and move forward always. Over the years that I have been a teacher, I have had the honor to work with students from all walks of life, all ages, all skill levels. Each time I welcome a new student I am excited to discover the potential for growth and the many ways that we can work together productively. I love knowing that no two lessons are alike. This is the joy and the reward of teaching--to adapt what I have learned over a lifetime of making music to usable steps that contribute to learning and growing. Let's share the path to great music making!

My Teaching

I offer private lessons at all skill levels for piano and voice. If you're unsure about which level is appropriate for you, I also offer an assessment lesson when we determine the best path forward for you in your music making!

At every lesson, we will have a safe space to explore new musical ideas and techniques for playing or singing. This is fundamental to my teaching approach. I work to give you the freedom to venture beyond where you have been and to discover ways to become a better musician and a better performer. You will experience a growth of confidence from this exploration and a readiness to take on new musical challenges!

About

My Background

Sharing my Passion

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