Charles Lisa
Pittstown,NJ
Summary
Versatile pianist with a strong background in solo and chamber performances in various musical styles. Experienced in collaborating with vocalists and instrumentalists, as well as facilitating opera and choral rehearsals, contributing to successful productions.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Collaborative Pianist
Penn State University
University Park, Pennsylvania
09.2025 - Current
- Performs in masterclasses, auditions, and recitals in various genres
- Plays in rehearsals for the Penn State Opera Workshop
- Plays in private voice teacher studios for lessons and coachings
Choir Accompanist
Penn State University
University Park, Pennsylvania
01.2025 - Current
- Accompanies the choir Vocal Dimensions in rehearsals and performances
- Creates practice tracks for use outside of rehearsal
- Performs solo and with small groups in various genres
Education
Bachelor of Music - Piano Performance
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2028
Skills
- Solo and chamber performance
- Accompanies choirs in rehearsals and performances
- Collaborates with vocalists and instrumentalists
- Proficient in music theory and jazz improvisation
Accomplishments
01/22/2025 - Dr. Young Ah Tak (Mendelssohn, Rondo Capriccioso op. 14)
02/03/2025 - Dr. Katherine Benson (Beethoven, Piano Sonata op. 14 no. 1)
09/25/2025 - Dr. Kwan Yi (Bach, English Suite no. 3 in G-minor, BWV 808)
02/03/2025 - Dr. Katherine Benson (Beethoven, Piano Sonata op. 14 no. 1)
09/25/2025 - Dr. Kwan Yi (Bach, English Suite no. 3 in G-minor, BWV 808)
Ensembles and Chamber Groups
- Penn State Opera Workshop
- Vocal Dimensions
- Mendelssohn, Piano Trio op. 49 (Fall 2025)
- Brahms, Variations on a Theme by Haydn op. 56b (Spring 2026)
- Jazz Combo (Spring 2025)
Timeline
Collaborative Pianist
Penn State University
09.2025 - Current
Choir Accompanist
Penn State University
01.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Music - Piano Performance
Pennsylvania State University