Anthony Cardella

Anthony Cardella serves as a Visiting Instructor in Music at Occidental College since 2023. A distinguished performer, he has won regional and national competitions and performed in prestigious venues across the United States and Europe. His artistry is marked by virtuosity, a delicate touch, and profound emotional connection with audiences.

Education:

• B.M. with honors in Piano Performance and Pedagogy, Lawrence University and Conservatory of Music
• M.M. in Piano Performance, University of Southern California Thornton School of Music
• Doctoral candidate in Piano Performance, University of Southern California Thornton School of Music

Research and Artistic Interests: Anthony's work spans piano performance, music pedagogy, and musicology. He pioneers modernized teaching approaches that integrate diverse musical genres to prepare students for multifaceted careers, and specializes in injury prevention through Taubman Technique and ergonomic piano methodology. His performances uniquely merge abstract art with Classical and Contemporary repertoire, creating interdisciplinary audience experiences that highlight both technical mastery and artistic vulnerability while championing works by living composers.

Teaching and Advising: At Occidental College, Cardella mentors students in piano performance and pedagogy, embedding his research on injury prevention and genre-inclusive curriculum development into instruction. His pedagogical philosophy emphasizes preparing students for versatile music careers through technical excellence and artistic authenticity.