Concert recitals & original music
Classical repertoire and original works, with a program shaped around the presenter, venue and audience.
Request this experienceNIC PATTERSON · CONCERT PIANIST, COMPOSER & MUSICAL HOST
Give the occasion
a musical life.
Concert artistry, personal warmth and a program shaped for your audience. Book Nic for a recital, private celebration, church concert, destination event or an intimate evening at the piano.
St. Augustine and engagements across the USA. Each proposal confirms repertoire, production, travel and fee.
The right music.
For the room that matters.
Private & in-home concerts
An intimate, hosted musical evening for your home, salon, private club or celebration.
Request this experienceChurch concerts & hymn sings
Sacred repertoire, congregational participation, reflective storytelling and collaboration with your music ministry.
Request this experienceWeddings & milestone celebrations
Ceremony music, cocktail piano, special requests and a musical atmosphere matched to your occasion.
Request this experienceCorporate, hospitality & destination events
Elegant background piano or a featured concert experience for conferences, resorts and private gatherings.
Request this experienceInteractive piano & sing-along
Audience requests, familiar music and engaging performance. Dueling-piano arrangements are quoted with the additional pianist and production needs.
Request this experienceCollaborative pianist & session musician
Work with singers, choirs, ensembles and recording artists on rehearsal, performance and studio projects.
Request this experienceComposition, arranging & musical direction
Original music and purposeful arrangements for artists, ensembles, faith communities and special commissions.
Request this experienceFees are quoted for the actual engagement. No date is reserved until Nic confirms availability and the written booking/deposit arrangements. Travel and production requirements are disclosed in the proposal.
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A WEEK BUILT AROUND YOUR MUSICAL GROWTH
Private focus.
Shared discovery.
| When | Experience |
|---|---|
| Monday–Wednesday | Weekly one-hour private lessons · personalized study. |
| Four weekly sessions · one hour each | Four optional one-hour online Performance Labs each week, plus your one-hour private lesson. Attend the classes that support your practice and goals. Times published in the calendar. |
| Thursday | Online aural training and music theory · separate Developing Virtuosos and advanced groups. |
| Friday–Sunday evenings | Required advanced masterclasses alongside the intensive program. Students may be asked to play online or in person; Nic confirms assignments and dates. |
| Selected Friday evening–Sunday evening weekends | All-ages, all-levels piano intensives · five participants each. |
Published session requests
Choose a published time to request it. Private lesson requests are confirmed personally. For an intensive weekend, a confirmed tuition payment secures your place.
ONLY FIVE PARTICIPANT PLACES PER WEEKEND
Choose your weekend.
Give your piano passion room.
Friday evening–Sunday evening. No audition. All ages and all learning levels welcome. Book a place with your $5,000 all-inclusive tuition payment.
Availability reflects confirmed online registrations. November 27–29 is closed for Thanksgiving. Students cover their own travel to Jacksonville; JAX airport concierge is included. Parent/guardian guest and lodging arrangements are discussed for participants under 18.
03 / FROM THE PRACTICE ROOM TO THE STAGE
Your ambition.
A considered pathway.
We begin with your current playing,
then identify the right next performance.
Listen & assess
Review your repertoire, technique, musical ear and goals.
Choose a destination
Match a recital, audition or competition to your level and eligibility.
Build the performance
Develop interpretation, memory, consistency and a workable practice plan.
Prepare the submission
Check repertoire rules, recording requirements and the application deadline.
Competition & performance destinations
FLORIDA · STATE EVENTS
FSMTA Competitive Events
Florida opportunities including concerto competition and piano ensemble events. A possible first destination for repertoire and performance planning.
Official events & requirementsUNITED STATES · STATE TO NATIONAL
MTNA Student Competitions
Junior, Senior and Young Artist pathways. Select the appropriate category and review current eligibility, repertoire and entry requirements with Nic.
Official competition guidelinesDALLAS · AGES 13–17
Cliburn Young Pianists 2027
June 10–19, 2027. Applications due November 17, 2026. An ambitious destination for eligible advanced pianists; precise birth-date and video requirements apply.
Official rules & applicationMIAMI · LONGER-TERM PLANNING
National Chopin Piano Competition
An all-Chopin competition to consider in longer-term repertoire planning. Check the organizer’s published cycle and eligibility before setting an application goal.
Official competition informationIndependent opportunities, not studio partnerships or guaranteed admissions. Fees, travel and competition entry are separate from tuition. Official links reviewed October 11, 2026.
A MUSICAL JOURNEY, WITH A PLACE TO BEGIN
Your home base: St. Augustine
Study locally in Northeast Florida, or connect live online from wherever you are.
Open full mapCity-level destinations. The private studio address is shared after placement.Have a specific competition or audition in mind?
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