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Lise Keiter serves as Professor and Chair of the Music Department at Mary Baldwin University, where she also directs the Broman Concert Series and Sunday Recital Series. An active performer, she appears internationally as a solo recitalist, collaborative artist, and orchestral soloist across the United States and Europe.
Her academic training:
- Bachelor of Music, Oberlin Conservatory of Music (with multiple top prizes)
- Master of Music and Doctor of Music, Indiana University (where she received the Award for Outstanding Teaching)
Dr. Keiter champions music by women and composers of color, frequently programming works by Florence B. Price and Clara Schumann. Her research integrates performance practice with advocacy for underrepresented composers, exploring memorization techniques and pedagogical approaches to diversify classical repertoire. She has presented lectures nationwide on these topics at universities and professional conferences.
Her awards and honors:
- Award for Outstanding Teaching, Indiana University
- Multiple top prizes, Oberlin Conservatory of Music
Dr. Keiter mentors high school students through her private studio, with many achieving competition success and admission to prestigious music programs. She holds leadership roles including State MTNA Competitions Chair for Virginia and past president of the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the College Music Society. Her concert series direction provides critical performance venues for students and guest artists.
Through the Broman Concert Series and Sunday Recital Series, she cultivates vibrant musical engagement between Mary Baldwin University and the broader community, featuring collaborations with artists like violinist Elmar Oliveira and the Cypress String Quartet.
