Concert Pianist, Teacher, Entrepreneur
Connection as Raison D'etre
Hi, I'm Sophie! I'm a powerhouse performer, teacher, connector, and entrepreneur. I’ve played as featured piano soloist with the Seattle Symphony, Seattle Philharmonic, and Olympia Symphony, founded a concert series and a wellness studio, and traveled the world as an International Arts Correspondent. I’m now teaching and performing in the Pioneer Valley, Massachusetts. Explore my CD, Time Travel, here!
My passion is to help people cultivate lives filled with connection.
I am committed to asking the question: “How can I best be of service? How can I help others connect more deeply: to themselves, to each other, and to music?”
My answer is through three primary modalities: performing music by underrepresented composers, with a particular focus on works written by women; teaching piano lessons to students worldwide, both in person and on Zoom; and working as an entrepreneur, curator, and facilitator for connective, heart-forward events and artistic offerings.
I’ve served as the founder and CEO of two event-based businesses: Connections Concert Series — an exciting multi-genre concert series in Portland dedicated to inclusivity, diversity, collaboration, and community — and Vibrant Studios, a studio space dedicated to music, movement, and music. During the dark days of the pandemic, I founded The Connection Sessions, an online membership program utilizing music and prompts for mindfulness, creativity, and joy. And in 2022, I spent the year in Tel Aviv, Israel, serving as All Classical Portland’s International Arts Correspondent and recording music written by Israeli female composers.
Thanks for spending a moment with me here.
“My deepest fulfillment comes from connecting people more deeply to themselves, their work, their communities, and their purpose.”
Sophie Lippert as Concert Pianist
Hi, I'm Sophie! I'm a professional classical pianist. I've played voraciously as a soloist and collaborative musician alike, and have been praised for my sensitivity, dynamism, expressiveness, and evocative musical maturity.
I received my degree in Classical Piano Performance under the tutelage of the inimitable Jon Kimura Parker at Rice University. The highlights of my performance career were performances of Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue with the Seattle Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Olympia Symphony, and I’ve established a successful career as orchestral soloist, innovative collaborative musician, and classical piano soloist. Now, I'm passionate about creating multi-genre concerts that incorporate conversations and group exploration.
My CD, Time Travel, features a fantastic collection of some of my favorite solo piano pieces, written by 9 composers over the course of 300 years. In an innovative twist, I’ve included spoken intersitials, meant to cultivate connection and intimacy for listeners. You can stream Time Travel on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, or purchase a copy here.
During my time living in Tel Aviv, I recorded an EP of music written by modern Israeli female composers. You’ll find that on all your favorite streaming platforms, too.
Book me for a concert, or be in touch about musical collaborations →
Sophie Lippert as Piano Teacher
Hi, I'm Sophie! I'm a devoted, enthusiastic, caring, cheerful, and conscientious piano teacher, for both adults and kids.
I firmly believe in the ability of music lessons to enhance the development of children (and "grown up children," too!) in all areas of life. While learning how to play the piano and read music, my students also learn how to employ skills of critical listening, active engagement, recovery from setbacks, focus and persistence, and respect for themselves, others, and the creative process. It is an honor to equip my students with these invaluable tools for navigating the world!
Sophie Lippert as Entrepreneur
Hi, I'm Sophie! I'm an entrepreneur who has owned and operated two successful LLCs in Portland, Oregon, and I’ve hosted and facilitated hundreds of events, classes, workshops, and concerts. I’ve simultaneously launched a solo performance career as a highly-sought-after concert pianist.
I grew up surrounded by small businesses, with two multi-million dollar family-owned companies in my close lineage. I've stood at the helm of a yoga and wellness studio, a concert series, a teaching business, and a consulting practice. I’ve also made myself known as a highly skilled event manager and curator, a lauded writer and editor, and an inspiring facilitator with a loyal following and impressive success rate.
Schedule an initial consult to see how I can help you thrive →
