"Enrico’s musical ventures began as a teenager in the music scene in New York City. After years spent composing for his bands, he obtained his Bachelors of Science in Music from the City University of New York, studying guitar, piano and composition. He graduated with honors, receiving the Ted McIrvine Memorial Award for Academic Excellence and the CSI Foundation Prize for Outstanding Music by Students.

Continuing his education at NYU Steinhardt, Enrico obtained a Master of Music in Music Theory & Composition. There, he won NYU’s Takemitsu Project composition contest for his work Fifth Dimension which was then premiered at Merkin Hall. He went on to teach as an Adjunct Lecturer for the City University of New York, teaching Music Theory, Musicianship, Counterpoint and Music History.

Enrico has 25 years experience teaching private lessons of all ages and skill levels in guitar, piano, theory and composition. He's currently a private teacher, instructor at Guitar Center and San Marino Music Center, as well as a Music Theory teacher at the Saturday Conservatory of Music.

As a teacher, Enrico aims to relay the wisdom gained from his diverse musical and artistic experiences. He specializes in beginner development, nurturing a strong foundation of rhythm and literacy, while empowering students to fulfill their potential. Through cultivating technique, theory and individual inspirations, he strives to instill awareness of music’s communicative power; encouraging his students to use their musicianship as a vehicle of self-expression." less...