Brought from Costa Rica to the US on a full performance scholarship granted by Miami Dade Community College south campus’ and the University of Miami’s prestigious jazz program, Carlomagno moved to Miami in the fall of 1994. His formal musical training includes attending music programs such as the Conservatorio de Castella (Costa Rica), Berklee College of Music summer program, and Miami Dade Community College – Kendall. Carlomagno holds a bachelor’s degree (2001) and a Master’s degree (2008) in Jazz Studies from the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music.