Piano
Davis McKinney
Davis McKinney has been playing brass instruments for 20 years and the piano for nearly as long. A recent graduate of Bowling Green State University, he completed his master’s in trumpet performance there while studying with Charles Saenz. He also accompanied many students for various juries, recitals, and other performances. A native of the Cleveland area, yet an Ohioan all his life, Davis received his Bachelor’s in Music Education from Miami University while studying there with James Olcott and Dr. Robert Thomas. While in school he had the privilege to perform with various orchestras in the area, specifically the Hamilton-Fairfield Symphony Orchestra, the Springfield Symphony Orchestra, the Middletown Symphony Orchestra, and the Lebanon Symphony Orchestra. After student teaching and graduation, he taught private lessons around Dayton before moving to Bowling Green to further his education. Currently Davis plays in several groups around town including several brass ensembles and choirs, as well as helps musicians of all ages with piano accompanying for solos and recitals.
Lynn Beatty
Lynn Beatty brings more than a decade of professional teaching experience and a lifetime of performing to Lebanon Music Academy. A versatile multi-instrumentalist, Lynn teaches drums, guitar, and bass while also having experience with mandolin, banjo, piano, keyboard, harmonica, and ukulele.
Throughout his career, Lynn has taught hundreds of students of all ages and skill levels. In addition to private instruction, he has directed youth and adult performance groups, helping musicians develop not only their technical abilities but also the confidence and teamwork that come from performing on stage. His teaching background also includes private guitar instruction and serving as a marching band drumline instructor at music camps.
Lynn's passion for music began early. He performed in his high school's concert band, marching band, and show choir, earning the prestigious John Philip Sousa Award in 1999. He continued his musical education at Ohio University, where he performed with both the renowned Marching 110 and the Ohio University Concert Band, receiving the Lawler Award in 2001.
As a performer, Lynn has played with a wide variety of bands and artists throughout Ohio and beyond, including Uptown-Funk Allstars, Bourbon County, Larry Bagby, Nicholas & The Pessimistics, Gran Bel Fisher, My Girl Friday, Zack Attack, Pandora Effect, and My Sister Sarah. While touring with country artist Larry Bagby in 2009, Lynn had the unique opportunity to perform bass guitar alongside legendary drummer W.S. "Fluke" Holland, best known for his work with Johnny Cash.
Whether working with beginners picking up an instrument for the first time or experienced musicians looking to sharpen their skills, Lynn enjoys helping students build confidence, develop strong fundamentals, and discover the joy of making music.
Lee Sullivan
Lee Sullivan is a recent graduate from CCM with a Bachelors of Music in Jazz Studies with a minors in Commercial Music Production and Entrepreneurship. Currently, he plays in the national award-winning CCM Jazz Orchestra directed by Dr. Scott Belck, and has studied saxophone and jazz arranging under world-renowned saxophonist and composer, Craig Bailey. He specializes in saxophone and guitar, but also plays piano, bass, and clarinet. Originally from Raleigh, North Carolina, Lee grew up playing in various ensembles including the Triangle Youth Jazz Orchestra, the All District High School Jazz Ensemble, Broughton High School Wind Ensemble and marching band, which performed at the Peach Bowl in 2014. He has played in Praise Bands in Raleigh and Cincinnati for the past seven years. Lee is a freelance musician and member of pop, rock, jazz, and country groups around the city such as Saving Escape, Mill Creek Band, This Pine box, and groups under his own name. Lee has played all over the country and has been teaching in the Cincinnati area for 3 years.
Katie Oliver
Katie doesn’t remember a time without music not being a focal point in her life. Starting at age 8, she studied in piano and a few years later the guitar. At the age of 13 she switched over to study at the academy and it kickstarted her passion. She quickly started learning every instrument she could get her hands on. Including the guitar, ukulele, bass, drums, and piano. Since then she has found her sound as a vocalist and has started studying audio engineering. Katie's lessons keep students engaged and always ready to learn more!
Chris Aldi
Since the age of three, Chris Aldi has immersed himself in songwriting, production and performance. Chris’ critical engagement with music consumption and discourse began with piano study in primary school. This engagement developed further through guitar, and the exploration of music theory and independent production by age sixteen. Chris always knew this was the path for him to succeed.
Having graduated with a degree in Commercial Music Production at the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music in December of 2022, Chris upholds his engagement in the local Cincinnati music scene, maintaining roles in multiple local projects, including other CCM alumni. These roles subsume bass, guitar, and piano performance as well as session work, recording, mixing, mastering, and producing for local artists at various studios around the Cincinnati area.
Savannah Jamison
Savannah is a passionate vocal and piano instructor with a lifetime of experience in music and performance. Singing and performing have been at the heart of her journey, and she began learning the piano at the age of seven. She has participated in several choirs from fifth grade to college, and performed at King’s Island post graduation. With a deep love for music and a dedication to helping others unlock their potential, Savannah provides personalized lessons to students of all levels, fostering confidence, technique, and artistry in every session. Whether you’re looking to refine your voice, develop your piano skills, or step into the spotlight, Savannah is here to guide you every step of the way.
Noah Williams
Noah Williams is a graduate from Liberty University with a BS in Commercial Music. He began his musical journey at the age of six when he first began playing piano. In Middle School, Noah began playing guitar and his passion for music exploded. Throughout his musical career, Noah has performed for the O’Keefe Music Foundation, ‘Round Jericho (University Jazz Fusion Band), University Chorale, lost//found (rock band), and various church worship bands. Noah’s participation in these various projects has garnered upwards of 3.2 million views on YouTube. Though he specializes in providing instruction for guitar, bass, drums, piano, and vocals, Noah continues to be a student of the music world.
As a teacher, Noah strives to help students develop strong fundamentals to ensure they have the tools necessary to make music a fun form of self-expression. He is excited to be a part of the Lebanon Music Academy and looks forward to fostering a community of passionate musicians.
Leah Smith
Leah Smith is an experienced performer and vocal coach with a strong background in musical theater and contemporary music. She currently serves as a worship leader at Rivers Crossing and has contributed to several Rivers Crossing Worship music albums, recently as a lead vocal on "Here I Am (Live)" released in 2023.
Leah has performed the National Anthem at multiple Cincinnati Reds games and other live events. She has played roles in multiple musical theater productions, her favorite role being Eponine in Les Misérables.
As a vocal instructor, Leah specializes in Pop and Musical Theater. Now joining Lebanon Music Academy as a vocal coach, Leah brings comprehensive experience in both performance and vocal training. Her dedication to music and education makes her a valuable asset to the academy, where she aims to foster the growth of aspiring singers.