Meet Our Team

Matt Carlson | Vice President | Product Specialist | Sales Professional

Matt grew up in the Carlson Music business and is extremely well versed in all aspects of the music industry. He graduated from St. John’s University where he was involved in numerous activities and excelled on the tennis team. Matt and his wife, Kaleena have three children, they live an active lifestyle enjoying all outdoor and sporting activities.

Robert Watson | Director of Sales | Higher Education Sales Manager

Robert Watson is the Institutional Sales Manager and leading product specialist at Carlson’s Piano World. He holds a degree in Piano Performance from North Central University and brings a distinguished background as a jazz/church musician and music producer. With extensive training on Yamaha/Bösendorfer pianos and deep expertise across premier brands, Robert is a trusted authority dedicated to guiding clients with professionalism and precision throughout their piano buying journey.

Jillian Halloran | Sales Professional | Product Specialist

Jillian has played both the piano and the tuba from a young age. She holds a master's degree from the University of Michigan in chamber music and tuba performance, as well as an undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia in tuba performance and music business. Through in-depth Yamaha product training and several years as a classical musician, Jillian is a great guide to finding the perfect piano. Outside of music, she enjoys cooking, board games, and hiking.

Dean Diers | Piano Technician | Delivery Lead Specialist

Dean has been working for Carlson's Piano World for over 20 years! His expertise is in tuning and repairs. Dean is involved in musical theater and robotics on the side.

Demar Gayle | Delivery Specialist

Demar is a professional pianist and producer. He studied and graduated from Edna Manley Music College in Jamaica in 2006. Demar has toured many countries as a keyboard player for multiple artists and eventually with his own group Raging Fyah They have received a Grammy nomination in 2016. Demar enjoys the whole essence of the piano and customer service and feels working at Piano World is a win for him.

Our Store

Carlson’s Piano World is a state of the art piano store that carries the entire line of Yamaha Pianos. We have keyboards, digitals and grand pianos of all sizes. No matter what type of piano you are looking for we have  professional product specialists trained to match you with the right piano for you needs; both musically and with your budget.  We pride ourselves on giving our customers the very best piano for the very best price.  We honestly feel no one will give you more piano for your dollar than Carlson’s Piano World.
Our company is 74 years old and most of our staff has been with us for decades.  Our sales staff is knowledgeable, friendly, polite and eagerly waiting to help you find the perfect piano for you and your life style.

 

Carlson’s Piano World has been a member of NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) since 1978. We have kept a pulse on the music industry and how it has changed and evolved for many years. We have worked with many institutions and Professional Artists supporting and supplying instruments for their musical needs. We are always concerned about safety and the health of our staff and customers. We make special arrangements when delivering and training our consumers. We are always available to train and work with customers before, during and after the sale.

Our Store

Carlson’s Piano World is a state of the art piano store that carries the entire line of Yamaha Pianos. We have keyboards, digitals and grand pianos of all sizes. No matter what type of piano you are looking for we have  professional product specialists trained to match you with the right piano for you needs; both musically and with your budget.  We pride ourselves on giving our customers the very best piano for the very best price.  We honestly feel no one will give you more piano for your dollar than Carlson’s Piano World.
Our company is 74 years old and most of our staff has been with us for decades.  Our sales staff is knowledgeable, friendly, polite and eagerly waiting to help you find the perfect piano for you and your life style.

 

Carlson’s Piano World has been a member of NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) since 1978. We have kept a pulse on the music industry and how it has changed and evolved for many years. We have worked with many institutions and Professional Artists supporting and supplying instruments for their musical needs. We are always concerned about safety and the health of our staff and customers. We make special arrangements when delivering and training our consumers. We are always available to train and work with customers before, during and after the sale.