Julian Gargiulo facts for kids
Julian Lawrence Gargiulo (born November 10, 1972) is an Italian-American classical pianist and composer. He is known for his fun and interactive performances. He often talks to the audience during his shows, making classical music exciting for everyone.
About Julian Gargiulo
Julian Gargiulo was born in Naples, Italy. He started learning music at a young age. He studied piano at several famous music schools. These included the Verona State Conservatory in Italy and the Moscow Conservatory in Russia.
In 1995, Julian moved to the United States. He continued his music studies there. He attended the Peabody Institute and the University of Maryland. He earned advanced degrees in music.
Today, Dr. Gargiulo is the artistic director of the Water Island Music Festival. He also leads "Getting to Carnegie." This is an annual music competition. It features violin, cello, or voice. The audience gets to vote and choose the winner!
Julian's Music Compositions
Julian Gargiulo is not only a pianist but also a composer. This means he writes his own music. He has written many pieces for different instruments.
Here are some of his important compositions:
| Year | Work | Main Parts (Movements) | Notes |
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| Piano Sonata | 1. Moderato spinto 2. Allegretto 3. Adagietto |
A sonata is a piece for one or two instruments. | |
| 2014 | Violin Sonata No. 1 | 1. A Hat in August 2. 3. 4. |
First performed in the USA at the "Getting to Carnegie" competition in 2015. |
| 2016 | Cello Sonata No. 1 "Water Island" | 1. Moderato appassionato 2. Adagio 3. Tango 4. Vivace |
This piece is named after the Water Island Music Festival. |
| 2017 | Song Cycle | A song cycle is a group of songs meant to be performed together. | |
| 2018 | Violin Sonata No. 2 | 1. 2. 3. 4. |
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| Violin Sonata No. 3 | 1. Maestoso 2. Andante 3. Intermezzo 4. Finale |
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| 2019 | Cello Sonata No. 2 | 1. 2. 3. 4. |
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| 2020 | Four Ages of Love Songs | ||
| 2021 | Violin Sonata No. 4 "From the Window" | 1. The Ocean 2. The Sky 3. The Earth 4. The People |
This piece was written for the 7th "Getting to Carnegie" competition. |
