Born and raised in Venezuela, Karen is a pianist, keyboardist, and dedicated piano teacher whose musical journey has spanned more than two decades. She began her training at the Conservatory of Music of Aragua, where she immersed herself in a wide range of artistic disciplines, including ballet, music theory, choir, orchestra, harmony, ear training, and music history, while cultivating piano as her principal instrument. During these formative years, Karen developed a love for performance, appearing in recitals and concerts both locally and regionally, and sharing her gifts as a keyboardist and vocalist in her church community from a young age.

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Her talent and commitment soon led her to join El Sistema, Venezuela’s world-renowned music education program, as a piano instructor. At the same time, she was invited to collaborate as an accompanist with the Orquesta Sinfónica de Aragua (OSA), experiences that enriched her versatility and deepened her artistry. While classical music served as the foundation of her training, Karen has always embraced diverse musical styles and expressions.

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In 2019, after moving to the United States, Karen served as the Worship and Music Director at her church in Orlando, where she led a vibrant and contemporary music ministry. Her work extended beyond the local stage to include live recordings and collaborations with respected names in Christian and Latin music, such as Maverick City Música, Karen Espinosa, and América Adora at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

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Karen is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree at Berklee College of Music, one of the most prestigious and internationally recognized institutions for contemporary music education, whose alumni include Grammy winners, top performers, and industry leaders. She is further honing her craft and expanding her knowledge of contemporary music and pedagogy.

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Passionate about passing on her love of music, she finds joy in teaching students of all ages—from children beginning their first notes to adults rediscovering music later in life. When she taught her first 3-year-old student, she realized there was something special about early childhood education. Since then, she has been teaching in both group settings and individual lessons. She strongly believes that “it’s never too early or too late to learn how to play” and sees every lesson as an opportunity to inspire creativity, discipline, and confidence in her students.