About the Teacher

I'm Lisa Allred, the teacher and studio owner of Dynamic Keys. I've taught piano in the Madison, WI area since moving here in 2014.

My primary goal is to help students experience joy through making music. I believe every person is musical, and everyone can learn the skills of enjoying and making music if they have the desire.

My teaching style is filled with positivity and fun, while challenging my students to grow and become better. I tailor my approach to fit each student's specific goals and personality.

After graduating from college, I briefly worked in educational software before returning to music. I've maintained a private piano studio since moving to Madison, teaching students aged 5-65 in private lessons, workshops, and group piano.

I serve as the current president of the Madison Area Music Educators, the local association for MTNA. In 2023, I was named Madison area Member of the Year at the Wisconsin Music Teachers state conference. I regularly attend conferences and training to improve my teaching.

In addition to teaching piano, I've coached violin and voice and conducted more than twelve adult & youth choirs and orchestras, in Idaho, Utah, and Wisconsin. I play the organ for a Madison-area church, and I've been a professional and volunteer accompanist for over 25 years.

I attended Brigham Young University, where I studied as pianist and a vocalist (choral), with additional relevant coursework in music history, theory, conducting, world music, and child development.