Music Lessons in Oregon City, OR. It's your time.

Why take lessons from Andy? Andy uses techniques from his unique experience.

- Personalized Trombone Development Plan (TDP) modeled after long-proven tech industry practices.
- Warm up and range extension routines from the Eastman School of Music trombone studio and alumni.
- The latest teaching techniques: In the past four years, Andy has spent a full week/year in trombone seminars with top educators/performers including Joe Alessi (NY Phil, Julliard), Tim Higgins (San Francisco Symphony, Northwestern), Randy Hawes (Detroit Symphony, Northwestern), Pete Ellefson (Indiana U.).
- Returning to music: Andy returned to music performance after 25 years. He knows exactly what it's like to climb back into the saddle. If you are returning after a significant time away, Andy can help you focus your re-entry to maximize your results.
- Studio Recitals: once or twice a year, we get together with family and friends and do a relaxed performance of solos, duets and larger ensemble

Dennis has been in the music scene for the last 25+ years.
Starting piano at the age of 9, he didn't know that piano would become a fixture through the years. Dennis has a classical training background which then led him to other styles of influence such as Jazz, Gospel, & Blues genres.

He holds a B.A. in Music from Portland Bible College and as a professional pianist he has taken on other musical roles; such as composition, arranging, and producer on many recording projects.

Dennis has something to offer to all that want to learn how to play the piano. Whether it's learning for fun, or pursuing piano passionately; his method of teaching is one that will stick with you.

"Playing piano is a lifetime experience; whether you do it professionally or for your own enjoyment, you will always learn something new. My hope is to pass along what I've learned to every student that I have the opportunity to teach."
- Dennis Miclau.

I have been teaching saxophone for nearly thirty years, and offer a different approach to the instrument. While building strong technique and tone in your band and solo music, we will explore how the saxophone is used in music from around the world, including traditions that pre-date the saxophone itself by many centuries! While learning the basics of music theory, I also encourage playing by ear, and unleashing curiosity and creativity.

We will work together to create an awesome audition through character work and digging into the script to find a thoughtful and emotional connection to the work.

I accept students of all musical backgrounds beginner to professional.
All styles of repertoire are encouraged (classical, musical theatre, pop)
My teaching methods use posture and breathing techniques, influenced in part by Yoga and the Alexander Technique. I strive to help with better body awareness, tension free singing and exciting exploration of musicality.
I also work with my students on stage presence, phrasing and style to help them deliver their best performance, connect to the joy of singing and the fun of making music!
I can help you start from the very beginning, refresh your skills, gain confidence, and fine tune old and new material.
It's time to get to work!

Note that this subject is listed for online lessons only, and is at a slightly lower price than in person lessons.
I will help you discover your best voice in a fun and healthy way! You do not need to have a musical background, all levels of experience are welcome! You will learn vocal technique that protects and strengthens your voice so that you can approach new songs with confidence and freedom! Students will also learn basic music theory and gain a better understanding of reading music.

Mary Elizabeth D is a New York City based musical theater actress and honor graduate from Oklahoma City University with a Bachelor of Music degree in Musical Theater. She has 10 years of performance and vocal technique training and was most recently seen as Philia in Pittsburgh Public Theater’s production of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. Miss D has performed in leading roles in twelve productions and toured nationally. Some favorite roles include Belle in Beauty and the ...