Lisa Lantz

Lisa Lantz is a Professor of Music/Strings at Alfred University's College of Performing Arts, specializing in violin performance, orchestral conducting, and Italian language & culture. She founded the MostArts Festival, an annual summer event featuring international artists and a national Young Pianist Competition, and established the Alfred University Junior String Program for youth education. Her career spans performances in Europe and the U.S., including Dvorak Hall in Prague and San Benedetto Cathedral in Rome.

• Education: Doctor of Musical Arts (Violin Performance, The Ohio State University, 1994)
• Education: Specialist in Violin Performance (University of Michigan, 1987)
• Education: Master of Music (Violin Performance, University of Michigan, 1984)
• Education: Bachelor of Music (Violin Performance, The University of Toledo, 1980)

A violinist with decades of experience, Lantz has served as Concertmaster for the Southern Tier Symphony and collaborated with regional orchestras like The Orchestra of the Finger Lakes. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes technical precision and holistic musicianship, reflected in courses ranging from private violin lessons to music history and film studies. She also taught Italian language at Ohio University and The Ohio State University.

• Fiat Lux Award, Alfred University (3x)
• New York State Support of the Arts & Culture Award

Lantz's community engagement includes chamber music clinics, youth programs, and leadership roles in summer camps like Vivace String Camp. Her interdisciplinary approach connects music, Italian language, and cultural studies, with a focus on 19th-20th century Italian literature and art.