Pontarelli has played across the United States and abroad, performed as a soloist at Carnegie Hall[1] and Lincoln Center,[2] and collaborated with artists such as Serj Tankian and Jethro Tull.
He performed at private events during the 2015 Sundance Film Festival and continues to play local venues throughout the state.
While continuing his classical education, Pontarelli experimented with other genres and improvisation, performing with jazz, country, blues, world, and rock musicians.
He appeared on national television in 2004, winning the Grand Champion title of PAX TV's competition show America's Most Talented Kid.
After gaining recognition as a rock violinist, Pontarelli played throughout Southern California, performing with Jethro Tull, Mark O'Connor, Rene Paulo, David Benoit, and Melissa Manchester among others.