Kenoly "Piano Chops" Kadia

Kenoly Kadia is a classically trained pianist, accompanist, and piano instructor. He received his Master’s degree in piano performance from the University of Texas at Austin. Kenoly has been teaching piano since 2018, connecting with students from diverse ethnic backgrounds through his rich cultural experiences, including living in Italy for eight years. He currently resides in Texas, USA. Living in Texas has opened many doors and given him the opportunity to teach students ranging in age from 5 to over 40. Some of his notable achievements include winning multiple piano competitions such as winning 1st place at both the classical and Jazz category in the Act-so music competition, placing 2nd place at the Debose National Piano Competition, winning the local, regional and national level at the Omega Psi Phi Talent Hunt, making the All-State choir 3 years in a row, receiving outstanding soloist 3 years in a row at the UIL solo and ensemble contest in piano, placing 2nd for two consecutive years in the University of Texas at Austin Nilsson Piano Competition, placing 3rd in the National Association of Negro Musicians Piano Competition, winning 3rd place in the Tuesday Musical Club Piano Competition and more. Despite being musically inclined, Mr. Kenoly Kadia also excelled academically as he graduated with a Magna Cum Laude upon earning his Masters Degree. Through his achievements in academia, Mr. Kadia remains passionate about music and is dedicated to fostering a love for piano in his students, by continually inspiring them to achieve their highest potential.