Lydia Bianchi (piano) started playing piano at age 7 when her parents discovered her tendency to sing in the shower. She has always had a fondness for all genres of music and appreciates how learning piano at a young age has fueled her current musical endeavors. While other instruments have become important tools in her songwriting, she still loves playing classical pieces highlighting the beauty of the piano. Through studying developmental psychology at NYU, Lydia connected with other local artists and formed an indie rock band, for which she still writes and records. She loves children and for over ten years has worked with students of many ages in the classroom, the home, and other learning environments. Lydia promotes a positive, encouraging attitude towards music education: she believes part of the magic of learning an instrument is the discipline it teaches but above all her main desire is to instill a love and appreciation for music.