Business Details
38 Years
experience
Music Lessons for All Ages in Beaverton, OR
Founded in 1988, Westside Music School has dedicated itself to fostering musical growth through a holistic approach that transcends traditional note-reading. Our philosophy, rooted in the Harmony Road Curriculum, emphasizes ear training, singing, and rhythmic activities as foundational elements for natural note-reading development. With qualified instructors and a commitment to age-appropriate instruction, we serve students from toddlers to adults, offering piano, keyboard, guitar, brass, and voice lessons.Our small class sizes ensure personalized attention, while performance opportunities and parent involvement create a supportive community. Over three decades of experience guide our mission to cultivate lifelong musical appreciation and self-expression.
Services
Piano Lessons
Keyboard Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Voice Lessons
Brass Lessons
Early Childhood Classes
Private Lessons
Group Lessons
Music Theory
Performance Training
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer qualified music instruction with experienced teachers trained in Harmony Road and Yamaha methodologies
- Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend music classes with their children
- We maintain optimal class sizes with a maximum of 10 students per class
- Our curriculum includes piano, keyboard, guitar, brass, and voice lessons at one convenient location
- Performance opportunities are offered twice yearly with no additional charges
Associations and certifications
- Harmony Road Music Education System
- Yamaha Music Education System
What people say
Sense of community
Wonderful piano teacher
Lifelong musical passion
Strong foundation in music
Enjoyable learning experience
Services
Piano Lessons
Our piano lessons develop technical proficiency and musical understanding through the Harmony Road Curriculum. Students learn note reading, ear training, and performance skills in group or private settings. With both acoustic and digital instruments available, we cater to all learning preferences while fostering creativity and self-expression.
Early Childhood Classes
Designed for toddlers (18 months+) and young children, these classes use singing, rhythm games, and keyboard activities to build musical foundations. Parent participation helps reinforce learning while creating joyful early music experiences that prepare children for future instrumental study.
Group Lessons
Group lessons combine social learning with technical development through ensemble playing and collaborative activities. With maximum 10 students per class, our Harmony Road-based curriculum emphasizes musical creativity, sight-reading, and performance confidence in supportive environments for ages 5-12.
Private Lessons
Customized 30-minute private lessons focus on individual goals for piano, voice, or violin. Experienced instructors tailor instruction to each student's learning style, with flexible scheduling options and progress tracking to ensure continuous skill development and musical growth.
Performance Training
We offer performance coaching and ensemble opportunities to develop stage presence and confidence. Students participate in twice-yearly recitals, learning to present their musical achievements in low-pressure settings that celebrate progress and build performance experience.
People
Claudia Reinsch
Founder and Owner
Music educator with 45+ years experience, holding degrees from San Francisco State University and University of Redlands. Developed music programs at Keyser Music Center before founding Westside Music School in 1988.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We offer programs for toddlers (18 months+) through adults, with age-specific curricula and parent participation options.
What instruments are available?
We provide instruction in piano, keyboard, guitar, brass instruments, and voice for all skill levels.
Do you offer performance opportunities?
Yes, we host low-pressure recitals twice yearly at no additional charge for all enrolled students.
Are private lessons available?
Private 30-minute lessons for piano, voice, or violin are available with instructor scheduling coordination.
What curriculum do you use?
Our instruction follows the Harmony Road Curriculum focusing on ear training, singing, and musical creativity.
Reviews (2)
Abigail Bruce
Apr 14, 2022
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Such friendly and skilled staff. The owner, Claudia, taught my husband and his siblings piano when they were young. We looked her up once our kids got to the same age and now they also get piano from Claudia and her employees.
Sing PaPa
Feb 02, 2017
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My Kids like it, so am I. It may seem to take a while to advance to the next level but it is fine not stressing the kids much. have fun. wonder there is no other reviews. recommended
