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We have been providing music lessons in downtown Salem since 1964. We are now in our 3rd generation as a family-run business and our service is backed by decades of combined experience and musical knowledge. Our mission is to provide excellent quality gear at highly competitive prices and to encourage all people to make music.
Michael Kelber —
Here I am at 72 playing Metallica on stage with the Renegades. River City is a unique opportunity at all skill levels. The
Joy Novak teaches beginning through advanced piano lessons to students age 6 through adult. Whether your goal is to play today's biggest hits or grow into a serious classical pianist, Joy will provide you with the skills to do so in a caring and patient learning environment. Her vibrant teaching style emphasizes enjoyment as well as artistry and technique. She works hard to help you find music you want to play.
Alex Lyman —
I had several piano teachers through the 13 years I took music lessons growing up, and Joy was far and away the best. She
A powerful music education must focus on skill building. Genius potential though a child may have, very little release will occur without a strong possession of skills. We place a strong emphasis of sight-reading, technique, theory and musicianship. Instructors guide students through a series of benchmarks, specifically articulated for each level of study.
Mylene Jackson —
My kids went to forte for years, and had such a fantastic experience. Teachers are very professional, and their approach
The Academy has been a dream, born out of years of research in the study of teaching and playing the piano. The dream stems from my beginning years in piano lessons and my struggles as I realized that much was missing from my initial training when I entered college. There was a whole world of music beyond what I was getting in private lessons.
Annie K. —
A great space for kids, in a great part of town for music and the arts. Susane has great energy and ideas. My not always
We offer violin and piano lessons to students of all ages. We understand that as a parent you have a choice between several studios and that not all programs are the same. We use a unique combination approach to learning that we call complete instruction.
Erin Leigh —
I took violin lessons for over 10 years with Brian as well as piano lessons from time to time. I still remember my first
Led by experienced and qualified teachers, new players can embark on their journey or experienced players can breathe new life into their repertoire by learning new skills. Did we mention the excellent music store downstairs? Students from the Lesson Loft get a discount from retail prices on goods purchased in the store.
Bob Loewen —
Chris Arellano walked me through the purchase of my first guitar, and made it easier than I expected. Even though older than
Individual instrumental and vocal instruction is available. Individual lessons are a traditional mainstay of music education. The afford the student an opportunity to progress at their own pace and to study the music to which they are most attracted. Our teachers can also focus on technique issues and each individual's learning styles.
R. L. —
The Cascade School of Music's educational and music therapy programs, along with its excellent music teachers, has made it
Ashley Peck is a cellist in Portland, Oregon. She is experienced both as a music educator and performer. As a private teacher, Ashley works with both children and adults. She also freelances in the Portland area performing with orchestras and chamber ensembles or recording with local artists.
C. W. —
Our daughter has been with Ashley for more than 12 months and We are so grateful that we could find her! She is very patient
Rose City Music Academy serves Oregon communities in and around the Portland Metro area. Our accomplished faculty provide caring instruction in violin, viola, cello, piano, guitar, voice, music theory and composition to students ages three and up. We teach private and group lessons in multiple locations and have options available both during the day and after school hours.
We teach guitar, bass, drums, voice, piano, ukulele, saxophone, violin and more. We pride ourselves on our ability to offer students more than just lessons week-to-week, buth rather a four-star Program. We believe that our instructors are, at times, role-models and maybe even mentors to you and/or your kids. That is why we are committed to hiring only the best instructors the Eugene Area has to offer.
