Gina Martinelli

Expect me to arrive an hour prior to set up and sound check. I will play up to four hours. I will only play a client's piano if it has been tuned within six months of the event date. If I am to bring equipment, there is an additional charge of up to $150 depending on location, stairs, etc. While I will be prepared to play the music style or choices that have been discussed at time of booking, I am completely flexible to incorporate other styles upon request. If a particular song or songs are desired, they must be approved at least one week prior to event date in order for me to arrange it properly. If clients would like for me to sing, I will perform a few select songs. Unless otherwise specified, I traditionally wear floor length dresses. I take an approximate ten minute break per hour if at all.

I offer 40 years of experience teaching and performing as a professional pianist and vocalist. I enjoying playing to the mood of each audience. My freestyle way of playing allows me to pick up or slow down the pace at a moment's notice. Would you like a total change of music style? No problem, I can do that too. As an entertainer, I have experience working corporate events, private parties, house parties, country clubs, and resort hotels.

EXPERIENCE
1999-Present: Art & Music Studio's of Gina Martinelli where I offer private instruction, exam proctoring, and adult lessons in piano, voice, and art. Located in Jacksonville, FL.

1996 thru1998 Crystal Springs Elementary music and art teacher in Jacksonville, FL.

1984 thru1994 Duval County public and private school music and art workshop facilitator.

EDUCATION
1970, BA (cum laude) in Music Education, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY
1989, BA (cum laude) in Sculpture from UNF, Jacksonville, FL

HONORS
1995 thru1998, Artist in Residence, Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs

I have a Roland RD-300SX digital piano with a full keyboard of 88 keys that I can bring if you do not have a piano on-site.