Christopher Capizzi

Dr. Christopher Capizzi is a Class Instructor in Improvisation and Jazz Piano at the Carnegie Mellon School of Music, as well as the CMU Music Preparatory and Pre-College programs. He holds a BFA and MAM from Carnegie Mellon University, and a PhD from the University of Pittsburgh. Beyond academia, he is an active professional jazz pianist, composer, and conductor.

• Education:
• BFA from Carnegie Mellon University
• MAM from Carnegie Mellon University
• PhD from the University of Pittsburgh

His teaching and professional work focus on jazz performance, improvisation techniques, and music education. Though no specific research grants or awards are highlighted in the text, his roles emphasize practical and pedagogical contributions to music.

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