Chico Emerico

Chico Emerico Bencivenga is a musician for life. As a songwriter, he’s not limited when it comes to style and diversity, and he writes music from the heart. As an educator for over 20 years, he prides himself on blending subject material with valuable life lessons that inspire budding musicians.
A native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Chico was a natural singer at age three, began classical piano instruction at age five and also studied percussion throughout his childhood. As a teenager, he participated in school and church choirs and formed his own rock band. He spent his time rehearsing, writing, recording, and performing live shows in the tri-state area. He was also employed in Pittsburgh as an organist and cantor.
Chico earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education from Duquesne University in 1991. Upon graduation, he began teaching elementary music. In 1994, a position with the Palm Beach County School Board afforded him the opportunity to relocate to West Palm Beach, Florida. His current role is head of the piano department at the Bak Middle School of the Arts.
In 2009, Chico founded CiVega Production. His lifelong love of sound recording and composing was revived. His talent and skills led to producing and publishing his original music. With a talented team of studio musicians and artists, he recorded and released his first CD, "Abundance.” His music is a compilation of many styles from Easy Listening, Jazz, New Age, and Pop Rock.
Chico is professionally affiliated with ASCAP, Taxi A&R, Pump Audio, CDbaby, iTunes and Disc Makers. He’s interested in New Indie Music and providing commissioned music.
Chico resides in West Palm Beach, Florida with his wife Sharon, his childhood sweetheart. They are the proud parents of three grown children and grandparents of five. Their love is the inspiration for much of his music. Aside from musical interests, Chico enjoys philosophy, spiritual development, sports and ballroom dancing.