About Lively Keys Piano Academy
About Courtney Reed and the Sarasota studio behind Lively Keys.
Lively Keys Piano Academy is a private piano studio in Sarasota, Florida, operated by Courtney Reed. She has taught since 2009, works with more than 60 active students ages 5 through 17, and includes a custom gamified practice app with every enrollment.
Updated April 2026
Quick Facts
- •Teaching private piano since 2009
- •60+ active students ages 5–17
- •Dedicated Sarasota home studio off DeSoto Road
- •NFMC Festival Judge from 2017 to 2023
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 also an experienced worship musician and leader.
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.
Private lessons with real continuity
Students work one-on-one with Courtney Reed 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 access to the Lively Keys practice app at no extra cost. Fun Mode supports younger beginners, and Focus Mode supports older students who are building technique, theory, 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.
Teaching experience
16+ years
Courtney has taught piano continuously since 2009.
Studio size
60+ students
Ages 5 through 17, with both beginner and advancing players.
What is included
Practice app access
Every enrolled student receives the Lively Keys app at no extra cost.
Ready to ask a question about lessons?
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.