Melody Morrison Solo Piano

With a keen ear for the unique "pulse" of each event, I curate a diverse array of musical pieces that seamlessly blend with the ambiance. I am adept at tailoring my performance to match the energy of the room, whether it's an intimate gathering or a lively party.

For receptions and celebratory events, expect a rhythmic journey that begins with 2-3 vibrant, upbeat compositions, followed by a soothing, slower piece to provide a well-rounded musical experience.

In more relaxed settings, I subtly shift the tempo of my performance, allowing the music to gently ebb and flow with the conversations and laughter, enhancing the overall atmosphere rather than overpowering it.

Moreover, I am open to preparing specific song requests with sufficient notice, ensuring that your favorite melodies become part of the event's unforgettable soundtrack.

Melody Morrison is a recent graduate of the Ph.D. in Piano
Pedagogy program at the Florida State University College of Music, where she also achieved a certificate in Piano Performance.
Before her studies at FSU, Melody received an M.M. in Piano Performance and Pedagogical Sties from the University of Idaho's Lionel Hampton School of Music.
During her time at U of I, Morrison won the 2016-17 University of Idaho Concerto
Competition and the 2016-17 Washington-Idaho Symphony’s Young Artist
Competition. As a result, Melody was given the opportunity to perform with the
Washington Idaho Symphony as a guest soloist during the 2017-18 concert
season.
Melody also holds a Bachelor of Science in Piano Performance from Corban
University in Salem, OR. During the course of her undergraduate study at Corban,
she served as pianist and percussionist in Jazz Band, assistant principal second
violinist in Chamber Orchestra, and accompanist for Chamber Choir. She also
appeared as a guest soloist with the Corban University Concert Band and was a
recipient of the 2016 Music Performance Award. Melody holds much
accompanying experience, and enjoys collaborating with all types of
instrumentalists and ensembles. She also enjoys playing in all styles of music--not just classical.
Melody is currently an active member of MTNA (Music Teachers National
Association), has presented at various conferences across the country, and
continues to carry out research. In addition to this, Melody is involved in several
piano teaching forums and associations where she shares ideas with other
teachers across the world and attempts to keep up with the latest trends and
discoveries in piano performance and pedagogy.

I do have a digital keyboard I can bring but amplification would be needed to fill a larger space. An acoustic upright or grand piano would be preferable for the best sound quality.