Allison Stella
Allison, a former English teacher turned music director and nonprofit professional, delights audiences with her unique musical performances. Initially a classically trained pianist, she expanded her repertoire in college to include jazz and opera accompaniment. Since moving to NJ in 2014, she has used her gigs to supplement her teaching career, incorporating beatboxed percussion and vocal backups through looping technology for a rich, orchestrated solo act. Allison's sets, often performed at local restaurants, breweries, and cafes, feature genre-sprawling imaginative covers, showcasing her versatility and love for piano icons like Elton John and Nina Simone. Her recent forays into original music have also marked her presence in local songwriter showcases.