Business Details
19 Years
experience
Mariah Picot: Jazz Pianist, Vocalist & Music Educator
Mariah Picot is a professional pianist and vocalist with a multifaceted career spanning musical theatre, jazz performance, and music education. With formal training from Queens University and extensive experience in both stage performances and private instruction, we have dedicated our life to artistic expression and mentorship. Our journey began with childhood concerts and evolved through lead roles in Canadian musical theatre productions, followed by a transition to jazz piano studies and performance. Over decades, we have cultivated expertise in multilingual vocal performance, composing over 60 original songs while teaching voice and piano to students of all levels. Our work as a musical director for Unity Churches and creator of the musical 'Spell of Rio' demonstrates our commitment to innovative artistic projects. We offer personalized songwriting services for special occasions and maintain an eclectic repertoire spanning multiple genres and languages. Our teaching studio in Lake Dallas provides a nurturing environment for vocal development grounded in Cornelius Reid's functional voice training methodology. Through live performances, recordings, and educational programs, we strive to connect audiences with the transformative power of music across cultural boundaries.
Services
Jazz Piano Performances
Vocal Lessons
Piano Lessons
Custom Songwriting
Musical Direction
Served areas
- Grapevine, Coppell, Irving, Frisco, Flower Mound, Lewisville, Dall, Fort Worth, Arlington
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of professional experience in musical theatre and jazz performance
- Our multilingual repertoire spans English, French, Portuguese, Italian, and Spanish
- We provide personalized songwriting services for weddings and special occasions
- Our teaching methodology is based on Cornelius Reid's proven functional voice training
- We have composed over 60 original songs and created two multimedia musical productions
What people say
Professional quality singing
Dynamic stage presence
Creative songwriting
Effective teaching methods
Multilingual versatility
Services
Jazz Piano Performances
Professional jazz piano performances featuring an eclectic repertoire spanning multiple genres. Available as solo artist or with trio/quartet ensemble. Specializing in international standards and original compositions with Latin, blues, and swing influences.
Vocal Lessons
Personalized voice instruction using Cornelius Reid's functional training methodology. Focus on vocal technique, range expansion, and emotional expression. Suitable for beginners and professionals seeking artistic development in various musical styles.
Custom Songwriting
Creation of bespoke songs for special occasions including weddings, anniversaries, and corporate events. Collaborative process involving client interviews and revisions. Available in multiple languages and musical styles from classical to contemporary.
Piano Lessons
Comprehensive piano instruction covering classical technique, jazz improvisation, and accompaniment skills. Lessons tailored to individual goals with options for in-studio or remote learning. Includes music theory and sight-reading components.
Musical Direction
Music direction services for church services, theatrical productions, and special events. Includes choir direction, ensemble coordination, and original arrangement creation. Drawing from 7 years of experience leading church music programs.
Questions
What musical genres do you perform?
I perform jazz, blues, Latin, swing, classical, and contemporary styles with multilingual repertoire in English, French, Portuguese, Italian, and Spanish.
Do you offer music lessons for beginners?
Yes, I teach voice and piano to students of all levels, including complete beginners, using an organic approach to vocal development and piano technique.
Can you create custom songs for special events?
Yes, I offer personalized songwriting services for weddings, anniversaries, and corporate events through collaborative interviews and revisions to capture your unique story.
Where are your music lessons available?
Lessons are available at my Lake Dallas studio, through Skype, and in-home locations in Frisco and Flower Mound, Texas.
What performance ensembles do you offer?
I perform solo piano/vocal sets, with my jazz trio (piano, bass, drums), or as a quartet with added saxophone for special engagements.
Reviews (4)
Ruhrmann
In singing lessons I am discovering aspects of myself that I never in my most vivid dreams knew were part of me.
Roberta Carother, Owner, Vision Quest
"I feel I've waited my whole life to find a teacher like Mariah who could help me discover the voice I always knew was inside."
Tim Hollis - Registered Piano
Since I've studied with Mariah, I've gotten back the high notes I had when I was in college and gained a lower range that I never had.
Kevin A.
"Singing does not come naturally for me, which is why I was still struggling at the age of 45. Mariah showed me how to get in touch with my natural, relaxed voice where others had failed. After seeing amazing progress in just two months, I can see myself reaching my goal of professional quality singing. Mariah and her method have allowed me to keep my dream alive - and working with her is an absolute pleasure."