Business Details
6 Years
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Learn Music with Expert Lessons in Hillsboro, OR
American Guitar Academy was founded on a revolutionary approach to music education developed over 30 years of research integrating neuroscience and learning advancements. Our method enables students to learn up to eight times faster while building complete confidence, serving thousands across 25+ U.S. cities. We offer personalized private lessons for all ages (4+) in guitar, piano, drums, voice, ukulele, music theory, and songwriting/music production, both online and in-person at our Hillsboro, Oregon studio.Our proprietary AGA Music Lessons University platform provides unlimited access to pre-recorded videos, quizzes, and progress tracking tools to enhance learning between sessions. Certified coaches deliver tailored instruction focused on individual goals, with flexible scheduling and a commitment to making music education accessible, engaging, and results-driven.
Services
Guitar Lessons
Piano Lessons
Drum Lessons
Voice Lessons
Ukulele Lessons
Music Theory
Songwriting Coaching
Music Production
Online Lessons
In-Person Lessons
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- Our neuroscience-based method accelerates learning up to 8x faster
- Certified coaches with decades of combined teaching experience
- Flexible hybrid learning: online or in-person at our Hillsboro studio
- Free trial lesson with no obligation to continue
- Proprietary AGA Music Lessons University platform included with all packages
What people say
Gained confidence
Patient instructors
Accelerated progress
Engaging for kids
Flexible scheduling
Services
Guitar Lessons
Our guitar lessons combine neuroscience-based techniques with personalized coaching to accelerate learning. Students master chords, scales, and playing techniques while building confidence through progressive milestones. The curriculum integrates music theory and practical application for all skill levels.
Music Production
Professional music production services guide students from songwriting to final recordings. Our studio packages include arrangement, mixing, and mastering support using industry-standard equipment. Clients receive hands-on coaching to develop production skills alongside their creative projects.
Online Lessons
Live online lessons via Zoom offer flexible scheduling with certified instructors. The AGA University platform provides supplemental videos, quizzes, and progress tracking tools to reinforce learning between sessions for remote students.
Songwriting Coaching
Specialized songwriting instruction covers lyric development, melody creation, and structure optimization. Coaches help students refine ideas into complete songs while teaching strategies for consistent creative output across musical genres.
In-Person Lessons
Local students access in-studio lessons at our Hillsboro facility with hands-on guidance from experienced instructors. The physical location provides dedicated practice spaces and instruments for lessons in guitar, piano, drums, and voice.
People
Andy Harrison
Founder
With 35+ years teaching experience, Andy developed our neuroscience-based method. He's written 3,000+ songs, recorded 37 albums, and trained music educators nationwide.
Karyn Hanson
Music Coach
Classically trained guitarist with 45 years music experience. Holds degrees in Music and Sonic Arts, specializing in theory and composition instruction for multiple instruments.
Isaak Boorstein
Vocal Coach
University of Oregon graduate with expertise in vocal performance and music production. Combines stage experience with technical instruction for singers at all levels.
Ezra Hapner
Drum Instructor
Ethnomusicology specialist with BA in percussion. Teaches drumming techniques across genres including jazz, rock, and world music traditions.
Sam Sullivan
Multi-Instrumentalist Coach
Singer-songwriter and producer with high school band leadership experience. Specializes in helping students develop both technical skills and artistic confidence.
Questions
What music lesson formats do you offer?
We offer both online lessons via Zoom and in-person instruction at our Hillsboro, Oregon studio, with flexible scheduling options.
Can beginners without instruments start lessons?
Yes, no prior experience or instruments are required to begin. We provide all necessary learning materials through our online platform.
What age groups do you teach?
Our lessons cater to students aged 4 and up, with specialized approaches for both children and adults.
Do you offer trial lessons?
Yes, we provide a free trial lesson for new customers with no obligation to continue.
What payment plans are available?
We offer monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payment plans with discounts for longer commitments.
How does your music production service work?
Our production packages include songwriting coaching, studio time, and full recording services to create radio-ready tracks.
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Reviews (1)
Teresa Galloway
Mar 30, 2020
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I am very pleased and impressed with the instructors at the American Guitar Academy. They are competent and offer sound recommendations. I started as an absolute beginner and have been attending AGA for 9 months with my 8 year old grandson. We were able to share a lesson and are both are learning at a good pace. Learning piano is challenging, but very rewarding. I can now read music and am learning music theory for the first time in my 60 plus years.
I recently opted to have an additional lesson on my own every other week, in addition to our weekly lesson. It is easy to schedule, cancel, or reschedule a lesson. Price is very reasonable. I intend to keep taking lessons for several years.
I recently opted to have an additional lesson on my own every other week, in addition to our weekly lesson. It is easy to schedule, cancel, or reschedule a lesson. Price is very reasonable. I intend to keep taking lessons for several years.
