Nevada is not only an incredibly gifted vocal coach, he is an all-around great person who truly…read morecares about helping you achieve your goals. I had never taken lessons before and was hesitant going into them, but he made me feel comfortable and helped me gain confidence from our first lesson on. Nevada is patient, thoughtful, and extremely knowledgable when it comes to vocal techniques. If you work with him, he'll bring the best out of your voice. I couldn't recommend him more highly.

I currently work with Nevada on a bi-weekly basis--we started out with weekly lessons for a couple…read moreof years. He's helped me in a tremendous amount of ways..for example: real time help with real time problems that you experience when you're singing is invaluable. We all can hear and see ourselves when we're singing, but there are so many things we miss when we're alone. When you have a guide to pick up on those things and to notice your own specific patterns of behavior that tend to get in your way, you feel much more prepared to challenge yourself. I've gone from feeling embarrassed of how I sang at times to now feeling proud of what my voice can actually accomplish when all the gears are working properly. Anyway, Nevada's among the nicest guys I know (I've now known him for years and think of him as a friend) and still have no plans on ending our lessons. I really consider them more like an hour with someone who really wants you to be great--not there to just show you all he knows. He gets excited when he hears new things you've discovered in your own voice during lessons--it's all very positive. Being vulnerable is a huge part of voice lessons (a good thing to be when you're singing). Being shy is different, and something you can get over very quickly when working with someone like Nevada. Fantastic teacher.

My daughter loves piano lessons with Ms. Greta! We have been with her for over a year and find her…read moreto be very professional and great with kids. Very warm and welcoming atmosphere as well.

From the owner: Greta offers voice lessons and piano lessons, in-person and online, for beginning to…read moreadvanced-level students, ages 5 - 95! Students compete successfully in competitions and scholarships through NATS, Solo & Ensemble, and OMTA, and on a semi-pro and professional level. Students focus on relaxed technique, musicality and student enjoyment using a range of musical styles. Music theory and sight-reading is available to those who need to prepare for AP Music Theory, college course work, or augment their private studies. Greta is also available for private parties, weddings, arts festivals, and other special events, as a soloists or as an ensemble with her husband and Grammy-winning guitarist, Mark Hanson.

I have worked with Laura on and off over the years- as a professional speaker, she helped me…read moreincrease my vocal variety and taught me how to project my voice to the back of the room (in such fun and interesting ways: "Money, Money, MONEY!"). As a professional singer, she has helped me safely roar out the rock tunes and ballads, and taught me how to smooth out my registers, etc. Laura is professional, competent, and knows how to help people with their vocal-goals! Highly recommended!

From the owner: I help adults and children free their authentic voices and musical nature.read more

One of the best music teachers I've ever worked with. Patient and very easy going for an enjoyable…read morelesson and informative session. I've learned so much about music not just for singing but also for guitar and piano theory as well. He's extra talented to teach you and motivate you in all areas! 10/10 would recommend.

I can't say enough amazing things about working with Kevin! From day one, he has been incredibly…read morepatient, encouraging, and inspiring. Kevin has a gift for breaking down complex techniques into simple, easy-to-understand steps -- making both voice and guitar feel approachable and fun. I am sure it helps that Kevin has been a performer much of his life and takes absolute joy in what he does. His passion for music is contagious, and he brings so much energy and positivity into every session. I always leave lessons feeling not only more skilled but also more motivated and excited to practice. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, talented, and genuinely supportive instructor who will help you unlock your potential and fall even more in love with music, I can't recommend Kevin highly enough. He's the real deal! Love working with you Kevin!

Andrea and her guitar accompanist performed three songs during our wedding ceremony. Two of them…read morethey had to learn - "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" (the Israel Kamakawiwoole version) and "You Are the Best Thing" by Ray LaMontagne. They freakin' nailed it! It was so, so, SOOOO incredibly beautiful that numerous guests asked who she was and said that they'd gotten goosebumps listening to her warm, comforting, lyrical voice. The best compliment from the wedding was from my now spouse. She did NOT want to hire live music for our wedding - so our compromise was to have Andrea for the ceremony and a DJ for the rest. Well, after the wedding had ended and we were leaving, she said, "You were right. We should have hired her for the whole thing. She was phenomenal!" I'd also like to add that in addition to being an amazing vocalist, Andrea brings a calm and extremely kind personality to an otherwise stressful time. She was so easy to talk to and meet up with.

Thank you Steve for the lessons for myself and my daughter, you have helped my daughter find…read moresomething she feels good about and that has given her confidence in other areas of her life.

From the owner: Do you want to sing, play guitar or piano in the way you always dreamed of doing? Over 28 years…read moreI've found inside techniques and secrets to guide you faster, with more fun to that dream voice or playing that instrument with greater joy and satisfaction. What else can you ask for? Oh yeah, to be confident enough to put it out in the world for all to see. I'm here, let's do it!

Matthew manages to balance professional/fun/inspiring/rigorous in a way that many music teachers…read moredon't quite get. My son started voice lessons at VOX via Zoom during 2020, transitioning to in-person for several weeks before heading off to college. He loved all of it and those Monday night lessons were a lifeline for him as his other choirs and school music classes were postponed due to COVID. His confidence grew, and he was accepted into his college's competitive top choir as a freshman (Matthew also helped him with his college admissions' supplementary vocal performance materials and he landed a vocal scholarship). The recitals are great milestones and provide a real sense of community despite the age and experience differences. I'd recommend him to any one at any level.

From the owner: Vocal Coaching for the at home singer or aspiring professional!…read more We teach classical vocal technique that is applicable to any genre of singing! Vocal study, stage craft and more!

I have been lucky enough to have Ally Jo as my coach over the past year, and I have to say, she is…read morethe best teacher one could imagine. She is a subject matter expert in method and voice and her passion and excitement for music are palpable. I look forward to my lessons each week, knowing that I will always learn something new and challenging. She has taught me the value that dedicated focus and practice bring to vocals, and is always patient and consistent in providing feedback to help me improve. She takes into account what kind of learner each student is and works to shape lesson plans to match. She believes in her students' abilities through and through. Recently, I have been practicing towards singing at a close friend's wedding. She helped me deliver a solid performance (yay!!), supporting me in each step along the way (from practicing the song and making it my own, to working to curate and record a backing track/adjusting the track to a key that works well with my voice, to printing the song with annotation, to microphone practice, to helping me access an iPad holder for the performance, to tips and tricks to pursue in the weeks/days/and hours before the performance. She thought of it all! She even sent me some tips the day of and made sure I knew she was there to support me with any last minute questions. I feel proud and confident that I met my goal, which wouldn't have been possible without Ally Jo's guidance and care. Really - if you're looking for a vocal coach in the Portland area - do yourself a favor and look no further than Ally Jo!!

Ally Jo is super fun and energetic. She has been able to diagnose my vocal problems and put me on a…read morepath towards fixing them. I had 3 different teachers before her, two of which were college professors, and I have made the most progress in the least amount of time with Ally Jo. Sign up while she's still affordable, because good teachers fill up fast.

I have a road worn "73" Takamine that been pretty well gigged over the years... Needed a lot of TLC…read moreto bring back to playability.. Barrett did a great job an it's truly one of my favorites now..

Barrett is a true professional. He is a luthier that luthiers go to, or should. He has worked on 3…read moreof my guitars and made them better. One of them was set up at a different location. They completely screwed this guitar up. He worked hard, but brought it back to life. His fees are reasonable for his experience. Give him a call.