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About Jodi

Jodi DiPiazza is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and emerging singer-songwriter known for her rare musical gifts and emotional storytelling. She first captured worldwide attention through her unforgettable viral performances with Katy Perry, “Weird” Al Yankovic, and Cynthia Erivo. Now 23 and focused on her recording career, Jodi brings a cinematic, heartfelt style to her debut original Christmas single, “The First Christmas Day.”



Education
Jodi is a graduate of Rollins College in Orlando, Florida, where she studied music and was inducted into the prestigious music honor society Pi Kappa Lambda. She also graduated from the Mannes College of Music Preparatory Division in New York City, where she was accepted into the composition honors program at age 10.

Early Achievements
At age 9 in 2010, Jodi wrote and performed the original song “Heroes of Autism” for Toys R Us in support of a fundraiser for Autism Speaks, which raised over $3 million. Her compositional talent earned her recognition as a four-time finalist in the ASCAP Young Composers Awards, showcasing her exceptional ability to craft music across multiple genres.

Notable Performances and Media Appearances
Jodi’s international breakthrough came in October 2012 when she performed a duet of “Firework” with Katy Perry at Comedy Central’s “Night of Too Many Stars” at New York City’s Beacon Theatre. The televised event raised over $4 million for autism education and went viral, leading to features worldwide in newspapers, magazines, radio, and television, including Bop and Popstar magazines.

She has since performed at more than 200 fundraisers for organizations such as The Arc, AutismNJ, Autism Speaks, Children’s Aid and Family Services, and The Special Olympics. In October 2012, she sang “Tomorrow” from Annie on Good Morning America. She returned to “Night of Too Many Stars” in 2015 to perform “Yoda” with “Weird” Al Yankovic and the Action Play Chorus, and in 2017 appeared on the HBO special performing “Rise Up” with Cynthia Erivo to a standing ovation.

Recent Activities
Jodi is currently focused on her burgeoning career as a singer-songwriter, with her debut album Believe slated for release in late 2025. The album showcases her versatility across genres and her deeply personal songwriting. Based between NYC-NJ and Orlando, she continues to balance her music career with her advocacy work.

Advocacy and Impact
Diagnosed with autism at a young age, Jodi uses her music and platform to advocate for autism awareness and support. Her performances and story highlight the potential of individuals with autism when provided with opportunity and encouragement, inspiring hope through her message of resilience and belief.