Mariah Sam graduated from Brigham Young University in April of 2022 and earned her degree in Piano Performance with an additional emphasis on Piano Pedagogy. As young as four years old, Mariah began studying piano, and at the age of six she began violin. She began competing in piano competitions at the age of six and has since won 17 first-place awards. Her dedication has led to many special performance opportunities such as soloing with the Utah Symphony in Abravanel Hall, soloing with the BYU Symphony Orchestra, performing at Temple Square’s Assembly Hall, performing at Lobby Festival in Abravanel Hall, and more. Mariah was the top regional Music Sterling Scholar winner which earned her a full year scholarship at BYU.

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Mariah has also been asked to provide violin as entertainment for state officials such as Governor Herbert, Senator Hatch, and congressmen. Apart from performing, Mariah has also taught music lessons for over 10 years to both beginner and advanced students. She was also selected to present research at the 2020 Collegiate Piano Pedagogy Symposium in Indiana. Mariah’s dedication and diligence, portrayed in her musical studies, also extends into her academics. She was often on the Dean’s list. Mariah is excited to continue her musical journey in performance and pedagogy!