Paolo — Accordion, Piano, Composition & Music Theory Teacher

Paolo is an Italian-born, conservatory-trained musician (accordion, piano, and voice), composer, teacher, actor, and performer based in Sydney. He is a highly accomplished piano accordionist and pianist, with a strong foundation in both classical training and contemporary performance practice.

In Italy, Paolo performed as a soloist and ensemble musician across a wide range of styles including classical, pop, folk, Balkan, Klezmer, jazz, soul, and funk, performing on both accordion and piano. Since relocating to Australia in 2012, he has built an active performance career in Sydney and interstate, collaborating with local musicians, singers, and performers across diverse live music settings.

Alongside performing, Paolo is a dedicated educator with extensive teaching experience dating back to 2006 at the Toscanini Music Institute in Italy, where he also held managerial teaching roles. He now teaches piano and piano accordion in Sydney to students of all ages, helping them prepare for AMEB examinations, develop performance confidence, and explore creativity. His teaching style is known for being patient, supportive, and encouraging, particularly valued by adult learners and beginners.