Marla Gigliotti

Every event is different so I do my best, when offering my services, to make each event special. I want to work closely with my clientele to make sure that they are getting exactly what they want, but have learned to do so easily and effectively over the years. I am extremely flexible in making sure you, the client, is happy but have a pretty standard format for events. Here is an example of Wedding Ceremonies:

Weddings:
I/My Group play 30 minutes before the ceremony while your guests are being seated (your choice of style- classical, pop covers, etc.)
I/My Group play the processional of the family/bridal party (any song/piece of your choice)
I/My Group play the entrance/walk-down-the-aisle of the bride (any song/piece of your choice)
I/My Group play the recessional (any song/piece of your choice).
For additional fee, I/My Group play cocktail hour (your choice of style and requests)

As mentioned, this is just an idea, but anything/everything could be changed... whatever makes you happy and works best for your wedding/event.

I started playing cello when I was five years old... here's what I've been up to since:

I grew up playing in local, prestigious groups including Cleveland Institute of Music's preparatory program, Baldwin Wallace's preparatory program, Parma Symphony Orchestra, OMEA's All-State Orchestra, and the Contemporary Youth Orchestra. These programs taught me the basics of how to be a musician and introduced me to my passion, creating and playing with others. I owe everything to my early educators, especially Heidi Albert, Liza Grossman, and David Vitale.

After high school, I attended Miami University, where I graduated in 2016 with a BA in Music and an Arts Management minor. During this time I played with Morpheus Chamber Orchestra, Miami University Symphony Orchestra, countless chamber ensembles, and Global Rhythms. Each of these ensembles gave me amazing opportunities. With Morpheus, I was able to play alongside professional musicians and push myself to be the best ensemble player I could be. I loved being part of the Miami University Symphony Orchestra, where I served many roles, including: Principal Cellist, Public Relations Chair, and President. With Global Rhythms (a group devoted to "non-western" music) I studied abroad in India under the direction of AR Rahman, composer of film music ("Slumdog Millionaire"). My time at Miami is where I truly felt I had learned my craft and I owe a huge thank you to Pansy Chang (member of the "Pink Martini" ensemble), Ricardo Averbach, Tom Garcia, and Srini Krishnan.

I then went on to get my Masters in Music Performance in 2018 at Cleveland State University. During this time I played in the Cleveland State University Chamber Orchestra and the Cleveland State University Orchestra. I also studied under Bryan Dumm, member of the Cleveland Orchestra. It was during this time that I felt I had mastered my craft. I am grateful for the support and instruction from Bryan Dumm, David Alan Harrell, Charles Bernard, and Dr. Victor Liva.

Having completed my graduate works, I have been heavily involved in the freelance and teaching scene. I have done countless weddings, recording sessions, musicals, and other events. I have been teaching music for the last few years and have had up to 32 students. Currently, I am a Teaching Artist at Rainey Institute and have a private studio on top of my full freelance schedule.

Now I actively freelance in Cleveland, run a private studio from my home, and am a teaching artist at Rainey Institute for the Arts. When I'm not playing music, I enjoy coffee, running, petting dogs, and traveling the country to see my family.