Jessica Risinger

Piano, Harp, Ukulele, Voice, & Musikgarten Instructor

Miss Jessica is an educator and performing artist who desires to share her love of music with students and their families. Music has a tremendous potential to bring people together and she believes that music learning not only positively impacts child development, but also brings families together through shared musical experiences. She is the owner and teacher at Legacy Musical Arts which serves the communities of southeastern Indiana and northern Kentucky and welcomes students of all ages.

Since graduating from Bethel College with a BA in Harp and Piano Performance in 2013 and earning an MA in Music Education at the University of Florida in 2018, Miss Jessica has worked in the fields of music education and performance. She has taught private lessons for over 15 years, taught K-5th grade general music for 5 years, and has served in various children's and church music ministries for over 15 years.

In 2020, Miss Jessica left public education to open Legacy Musical Arts and received her certification to teach Musikgarten classes. She regularly engages in professional development opportunities and is a member of AHS (American Harp Society) and MTNA (Music Teachers National Association).

Lindsey Winkler

Piano Instructor

Miss Lindsey is the assistant piano instructor at Legacy Musical Arts and has a passion for teaching and learning. She is a senior in high school and is continuing her 11th year of piano study. She also plays the flute and is involved in the music and youth ministries at Northern Kentucky Baptist Church. Upon graduation, she intends to study Elementary Education with a minor in music, as she enjoys teaching and working with children of all ages.

David Kleiner

Guitar Instructor

"My name is David Kleiner. I am a husband and father of two. I received guitar lessons for a few months when I was 11 then began self-teaching by using the book that I originally bought for the lessons. I became discouraged and stopped for about a year, then I picked my guitar up and fell in love with playing. Since then, I have not put it back down. I have now been playing and writing for about 24 years.

I am knowledgeable in a few different musical styles. Additionally, I have been in two bands and have recorded a few songs. In high school, I won a talent show with a song that I wrote. I have performed in Nashville, TN several times, private parties, benefits, and many open mic nights. In college, I majored in music and received guitar and voice lessons.

Eventually, I realized I did not want the touring, national light, and chaos that comes with signing with a record label. Moreover, I realized that this would hinder family life, hence teaching would be better suited for me. My goal is for others to find a love of music, just like I did."

David and his family are also members of NKBC and serve in various ministries in the church. We are excited that he will now be joining our Legacy Musical Arts Studio family.