Music Lessons in Lake Oswego, OR

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Synthesizer

In my time at Berklee I was able to study with George Garzone among other great minds, and helped pay my way by working as a music theory tutor in the college's Core Music Tutoring department. During school I founded a fusion/hip-hop/RB/neo-Soul group, Sangama, to bring some of my compositions to life; and performed/recorded with/co-wrote and arranged with/toured with a progressive folk group, BAERD. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I love to see my students accomplish their goals. Therefore I always assign a piece easily within their reach. However, I believe it is important to have higher goals. In keeping with that, once the student is at an appropriate level, I assign a piece that will take a bit more work to master. I find that this motivates most of my students to really shine and to see the rewards of consistent and effective practice. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I am passionate about continuing the education of music in our society. In spring 2014 I graduated from Berklee College of Music with a BM. I’ve performed with churches, college Rock and Jazz ensembles, and recorded for several local groups. I enjoy Jazz, Latin, and World music. Students will find that I am a delightful person to be with. The joy of teaching, for me, is watching students grow in their abilities. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet

I am passionate a motivated while also being able to teach all levels of saxophone and clarinet. I have both a Bachelor of Music from the University of Oregon and a Master of Music from the University of Wyoming in Saxophone Performance. I have played both saxophone and clarinet for over twenty years. I have taught privately and in group lessons at the novice, intermediate and collegiate levels. In high school I was named the best saxophone soloist in the state and won numerous awards in both jazz and classical. Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

I am a classical pianist with a passion for music and a strong desire to help talented musicians discover the beauty of piano performance. My musical journey has taken me across the globe, providing me with a diverse and enriching educational background. I received my formal training in piano at some of the world's finest institutions: Saint Petersburg Conservatory top courses, Masters and Doctoral Performance degree from Saratov State Conservatory in Russia International Piano Academy at Lake Como in Italy University of Oregon in the United States. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I am a vocalist and instructor originally from Portland, Oregon. I have enjoyed performing since I was very young, and have over 15 years of vocal training. I can usually be heard singing opera and classical repertoire, but I also sing musical theater, pop, jazz, country, and contemporary styles. Throughout my time as an artist I have had the opportunity to record an album with my family of singers, tour Eastern Europe with my University choir, and work with new music composers and vocal electronics at CalArts. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Mandolin

I have been teaching music privately and in music schools for 10 years.I am a patient, supportive, and encouraging teacher wholoves helping others broaden their knowledge and ability on their instrument. My ultimate goal as a teacher is to inspire my students in their studies,to provide them with the information they need to be able to be self-sufficient in their studies,and to show them how to be successful in their practice. Read More