Amarylli Fridegotto
A unique synthesis of mentor, educator, leader & artist
In the photo above, Amarylli, in her 20's, at the Regio di Parma Theater after her Rachmaninoff's 2nd Concert performance
A Musical Life Shaped by Heritage and Transmission
Born into a deeply musical environment, Amarylli Fridegotto’s artistic sensitivity was shaped from early childhood by the presence of opera in her daily life. Her mot
In the photo above, Amarylli, in her 20's, at the Regio di Parma Theater after her Rachmaninoff's 2nd Concert performance
A Musical Life Shaped by Heritage and Transmission
Born into a deeply musical environment, Amarylli Fridegotto’s artistic sensitivity was shaped from early childhood by the presence of opera in her daily life. Her mother was an Italian opera singer, and growing up surrounded by a vocal repertoire profoundly influenced her musical imagination.
Long before formal pianistic training, she absorbed the principles of breathing, phrasing, legato, and the natural shaping of melodic line.
This vocal heritage became a defining element of her pianism. For her, the piano is fundamentally a singing instrument—one that must breathe, articulate, and sustain long musical lines with continuity and expressive intention.
This perspective informs not only her performance practice but also her pedagogical approach, where musical meaning is inseparable from sound quality and inner hearing.
Pianistic Lineage and Generational Continuity
Amarylli Fridegotto represents a subsequent generation in the direct lineage of major European pianistic schools, standing at a point of convergence where historical traditions are not merely preserved but actively transmitted and renewed.
Through her teachers, she embodies a living continuation of these legacies:
The Wilhelm Kempff tradition,and Chamber Music, transmitted through Anna Barutti at the Conservatory of Music “B. Marcello” in Venice, Italy, emphasizes clarity of sound, architectural thinking, and poetic restraint.
The Heinrich Neuhaus - Russian School through Konstantin Bogino, with its technique, focus on sound imagination, inner hearing, and artistic depth.
The Franz Liszt lineage, through György Sándor, uniting virtuosity with rhythmic vitality, structural clarity, and intellectual rigor.
The Central European tradition, acquired through Alexander Lonquich, integrates historical awareness, stylistic refinement, and analytical precision.
Through this constellation of influences, she stands as an active bridge between generations, carrying forward a tradition grounded in sound, structure, and meaning rather than surface virtuosity.
Pedagogy as Formation of the Individual
At the heart of Amarylli Fridegotto’s work lies a deep commitment to education. She began teaching in her twenties, developing her pedagogical approach alongside her artistic formation, and in 2009 founded and has since directed the Key Biscayne Piano Academy, where she continues to teach and mentor students of all ages and levels.
Her pedagogical philosophy is rigorous, structured, and profoundly human.
She believes that true pianistic and musical development cannot be rushed, and that technique must be built patiently through posture, weight awareness, listening, and clarity of movement.
Her teaching places strong emphasis on:
- sound production rooted in physical balance
- musical breathing and vocal phrasing
- long-term technical solidity
- stylistic awareness and respect for the composer
For her, piano education is not merely technical training but a formative process that cultivates discipline, focus, responsibility, and personal growth.
Students are guided toward independence, musical intelligence, and expressive freedom, learning to think, hear, and consciously shape sound.
https://www.kbpianoacademy.com/
In the above photo, Amarylli presenting a Key Biscayne Piano Festival Concert with KBPF committee member Alejandro Servalli
Founder and Artistic Director
In 2017, she founded the Key Biscayne Piano Festival in response to the need for a cultural institution that could bring world-class classical music to the community while maintaining th
In the above photo, Amarylli presenting a Key Biscayne Piano Festival Concert with KBPF committee member Alejandro Servalli
Founder and Artistic Director
In 2017, she founded the Key Biscayne Piano Festival in response to the need for a cultural institution that could bring world-class classical music to the community while maintaining the highest artistic standards.
As Founder and Artistic Director, she curates programming, selects artists, oversees educational initiatives, and guides the Festival’s institutional development.
Under her leadership, the Festival has become a recognized cultural reference point, distinguished by artistic integrity, intimacy, and a European conception of musical excellence.
https://www.keypianofestival.org/
Entrepreneurial Responsibility and Early Leadership
A decisive chapter in her life unfolded following the sudden death of her Italian father. In her early 30's, Amarylli assumed for three years the responsibility for his industrial and agricultural water equipments and metal casting companies in Venezuela, setting aside her professional p
Entrepreneurial Responsibility and Early Leadership
A decisive chapter in her life unfolded following the sudden death of her Italian father. In her early 30's, Amarylli assumed for three years the responsibility for his industrial and agricultural water equipments and metal casting companies in Venezuela, setting aside her professional piano career path to ensure their continuity.
During those years, she was hands-on in production processes, personnel, and operational strategy, navigating complex economic and social conditions in collaboration and supported by all companies' personnel.
This experience profoundly shaped her leadership skills, resilience, and practical understanding of organizational structure. It forged an entrepreneurial mindset grounded in responsibility, clarity, and long-term vision—qualities that continue to inform all her professional endeavors.
In the above photo, Amarylli with Francis Suarez, City of Miami Mayor and Cristiano Musillo, General Consul of Italy in Miami
International Civic Leadership: Miami–Venezia
Beyond the artistic sphere, Amarylli Fridegotto plays a central role in international civic cooperation. She is the Project Leader of the Miami–Venezia Friendship City R
In the above photo, Amarylli with Francis Suarez, City of Miami Mayor and Cristiano Musillo, General Consul of Italy in Miami
International Civic Leadership: Miami–Venezia
Beyond the artistic sphere, Amarylli Fridegotto plays a central role in international civic cooperation. She is the Project Leader of the Miami–Venezia Friendship City Relationship, an institutional partnership formally established through a signed Collaboration Agreement between the City of Miami and the City of Venice.
She conceived, organized, and led this initiative, coordinating long-term cooperation structured around five strategic areas: Culture, Environment, Design and Planning, Smart Cities, and Local Commerce & Economy. Her work involved strategic planning, institutional coordination, and the creation of transatlantic frameworks that connect cultural identity with sustainability, innovation, and civic responsibility.
In the above photo, Amarylli with the other "C&Co New Recording" co-founders: Prof. Camillo Ricordi, Giannina Minervine, and Diana Coppola
Cultural Entrepreneurship
Amarylli Fridegotto is also co-founder of “C&Co New Recording”, an independent music label dedicated to artistic integrity, refined production standards, and projects of las
In the above photo, Amarylli with the other "C&Co New Recording" co-founders: Prof. Camillo Ricordi, Giannina Minervine, and Diana Coppola
Cultural Entrepreneurship
Amarylli Fridegotto is also co-founder of “C&Co New Recording”, an independent music label dedicated to artistic integrity, refined production standards, and projects of lasting artistic value. Through this initiative, she supports meaningful musical voices and helps shape the production of classical and contemporary music with depth and purpose.
https://www.cconewrecording.com/#about
Community, Family, and Values
A devoted mother and deeply engaged member of the Key Biscayne community, Amarylli Fridegotto believes that music and culture play a vital role in shaping individuals and societies.
Her life and work consistently bridge generations, cultures, and disciplines, affirming the arts as a living force that educates, connects, and elevates.