About Lively Keys
Meet Courtney Reed.
16+ years of private piano instruction. 60+ active students. One dedicated studio in Sarasota.
What parents can expect from the studio.
Courtney Reed teaches from a dedicated home studio in Sarasota, serving families across Sarasota County and Bradenton with both in-person and virtual lessons. Students range from first-time beginners to older players working on technique, theory, and more independent practice habits.
Her background includes more than 16 years of private instruction and service as an approved festival judge with the National Federation of Music Clubs from 2017 to 2023. Outside the studio, she is an experienced worship musician and leader, currently playing keys and singing on the worship team at Legacy Church in Lakewood Ranch, FL.
The studio is built around steady progress between lessons. That is why every family receives access to the Lively Keys practice app, a custom tool that helps students log practice, build streaks, and stay engaged at home.
What makes Lively Keys different.
Private lessons with real continuity
Students work one-on-one with Courtney in a dedicated studio setting. Lessons are personalized around age, experience, and goals rather than a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
A custom practice app built for this studio
Every enrolled family gets the Lively Keys practice app at no extra cost. Fun Mode for younger beginners, Focus Mode for older students building technique and consistency.
Performance opportunities that reinforce progress
Twice-yearly recitals give students a clear goal to work toward and a chance to celebrate what they have learned in front of family and friends.
Ready to ask a question?
If you want to ask about age fit, current openings, virtual lessons, or how the app works, the easiest next step is to reach out directly.