Testimonials:
"Lisa helped me jump through leaps and bounds with her amazing vocal training and encouragement. She helped me to see that music could be my career and for that I am so thankful. She is an outstanding teacher, but also an outstanding person. I am so blessed to have had Lisa, a shining light, in my life."
Hannah Cooper, Voice Student, Westlake High School, B.A. in Music from Oklahoma City University
"I took lessons from Ms. Lisa for six years, and during that time, not only did my voice mature and grow under her guidance, but my confidence did as well. Over the course of my lessons, I feel a lasting friendship developed with Ms. Lisa that will remain as I continue through college and in the future as well. I would recommend taking lessons with Ms. Lisa in a heartbeat."
Elise Wilson, Voice Student, Saint Stephen's Episcopal School, Freshman at the University of Richmond
"Being a student in Lisa's studio for the past four years has been a true gift. Lisa has a special touch and knows how to get the best from her students so we can grow as musicians in ways I would have never thought possible as an adult piano student. With her, my confidence as a pianist has grown enormously and I have seen my fellow students, young and adult, grow into wonderful musicians. The fellowship that has grown between all the students during the recitals makes me feel part of something much bigger than just my playing and I'm forever grateful to Lisa for showing me the gift of sharing music. It is a pleasure exploring the worlds and nuances of playing classic, romantic, and jazz composers in the hands of such an expert and sensitive pianist, singer, and teacher."
Susana Roca, Piano Student
"We couldn't have found a better music teacher to help our young daughter develop her ear and a deep appreciation for the process of making music. Ms. Kelly-Willis chooses just the right piano and vocal selections to provide a sound foundation and help her identify and develop her own unique voice and musical tastes. Ruby comes out of each session smiling and standing tall."
Sarah and Arun Venkatesh, Trinity Epsicopal School Parents
"Lisa has a wonderful way with her students. She is a unique talent in that she is able to teach both piano and voice within the same lesson. She is cognizant of the physical limitation of a young person's vocal anatomy and does not push for too much, too soon. She exposed our daughter to a wide range of music and had her singing in multiple languages, which was quite beneficial. We sincerely appreciate the opportunity to work with her."
Jim and Cynthia Bast, Trinity Episcopal School Parents
"Under Lisa's guidance, her students received high quality instruction. Her students were always completely prepared for TMEA District, Region, Pre-Area, and Area Competitions, UIL Solo and Ensemble Competitions, and recitals that she organized, coordinated, and planned. She has been a caring and encouraging force in the lives of the students whom she has taught."
Edward Snouffer, Head Choir Director at Westlake High School
