“A violinist of heart-melting talent.”
– The Wall Street Journal
“Dazzling skills and a Mona Lisa smile.”
– The Washington Post
“The woman who makes Treme worth watching.”
- Esquire
Award-winning Lucia Micarelli is an accomplished and versatile storyteller working in music, film and
television. From her early days as a classical prodigy to celebrated roles on stage and screen, she has
captivated audiences with her passion and ever evolving extraordinary range.
Micarelli has released five albums (Music From A Farther Room; Interlude; An Evening with
Lucia Micarelli; Saudade; Musical Priest), with a sixth slated for release June of 2025. She has also
contributed to numerous film and television soundtracks both as a performer and composer, accumulated
millions of views on YouTube and streams on Spotify, and continues to tour both as a solo artist and guest
artist. She has graced iconic stages including Carnegie Hall, the Sydney Opera House, Red Rocks
Amphitheater, Benaroya Hall, Meyerson Hall and Madison Square Garden.
Micarelli’s career is defined by her multi-faceted artistry and deep connection with audiences, whether she’s
performing in symphony halls or bringing characters to life on screen. Through music and storytelling, she
strives to bridge cultures and generations, fostering greater understanding and human connection.
Born in Queens, NY, Micarelli began her musical training at the age of three and made her solo debut with
the Honolulu Symphony at six. By eleven, she was accepted into The Juilliard School’s Pre-College Division,
studying with iconic violin pedagogue Dorothy DeLay, and later continued her training with renowned
violinist Pinchas Zukerman at the Manhattan School of Music. During this period, she earned numerous
awards and performed frequently as a classical soloist.
At nineteen, Micarelli began exploring jazz, rock and improvisation, which quickly led to international tours
with artists including Josh Groban, Jethro Tull, Chris Botti and Barbra Streisand. Her performance of
“Emmanuel” with Botti and the Boston Pops, featured on the PBS special Chris Botti - Live From Boston,
garnered more than seven million views on YouTube and highlighted her ability to traverse genres and
enrapture viewers.
Micarelli made her acting debut with her breakthrough performance in HBO’s Emmy Award-winning series
Treme, created by David Simon. As Annie, a violinist navigating life in post-Katrina New Orleans, Micarelli’s
performance was praised for its authenticity, with Esquire hailing her “the woman who makes Treme worth
watching.” The role also marked a pivotal moment in her career, revealing her talent for acting and singing.
Her television presence grew further with the 2018 PBS Special, An Evening with Lucia Micarelli, lauded for
its bold multi-genre programming and Micarelli’s emotional vulnerability. Following the special, Micarelli
began touring extensively as a solo artist, presenting her multi-genre, feeling-forward shows in various
iterations -- with orchestras, small chamber ensembles, jazz hybrid trios, and in duo collaboration with
other artists.
In 2020, Micarelli starred in Hallmark’s The Christmas Bow, weaving her musical and acting talents into a
heartwarming holiday story based on experiences from her own life. Most recently, Micarelli has added
another creative pursuit to her repertoire -- composing -- with her score for HBO’s Emmy Award-winning
documentary Murder in Boston.