Discover the musician in you
At Hi-Note Music our goal is to foster a life-long connection between our students and music. Our teachers offer personalized music lessons tailored to the skills and interests of each student. We teach music that is relevant to the student so that they leave each lesson inspired and excited to practice at home. We offer guitar, bass, piano, uke, and drum lessons as well as rock band and jazz combo classes designed to get new musicians making music with one another!
Fall Registration
With the school year right around the corner we are gearing up for fall registration. We are now accepting registrations for new students. See our 'Lessons' section below to register.
Fall term begins Sept 8th
MEET THE TEAM
Steve Aman
Steve Aman founded Hi-note Music in 2018 where he currently serves as director in addition to teaching piano, uke and rock band class. He has been teaching music and performing in the Portland area for the past 18 years. He currently performs keyboards and background vocals with Ural Thomas and the Pain.
Chris Parkman
With over 10 years of teaching experience, Chris has been working with students with a wide range of ages, ability levels and learning styles in both piano and drum lessons. Chris received his BA in Music from Washington State University with a focus on drum set and performing with the WSU jazz band. He currently performs in the Portland area with his band Bad Panda, a groove oriented funk and jazz group, as well as other bands.
Colin Jenkins
Colin Jenkins has been teaching piano, guitar, drums, bass and ukulele in the greater Portland area for over 15 years. He studied percussion performance and music education at the University Oregon. He has toured nationally and internationally with various musical groups.
Clay Parkman
Clay is a seasoned educator with over a decade of experience in teaching guitar, bass, and ukulele. With a Bachelor of Music Performance from Washington State University, Clay relocated to Portland where he began working with many other musicians and acts, both in town and on tour. Clay also works as a band leader, leading projects ranging from straight ahead jazz to more groove based neo soul and fusion groups.
PRIVATE LESSONS
A personalized approach
We believe that each student has a unique set of interests and needs. We strive to bring each student material that is meaningful and relevant to them to create a lifelong connection with music. Our instructors are local musicians performing regularly with the ability to mentor learners of all ages and help lead them to their personal goals.
Hi-note Music Studios currently offers personalized instruction for piano, uke, guitar, bass, and drums. We teach students ages 6+ including adult and elder students. Register now and start making music today!
Private lesson tuition:*
Weekly 30 min lessons $140*
Weekly 45 min lessons $208*
Weekly 60 min lessons $260*
*During the school year, tuition is a flat monthly rate based on an average of 4 lessons per month (36 lessons total). See our Tuition Calendar to see our tuition schedule.
Cancellation policy: We require 24 hours notice for cancellations. Cancellations with less than 24 hours and 'No Shows' will not be eligible for makeups.
Discontinuation policy: We require 30 days notice for discontinuing weekly lessons
Registration for new students starts August 22nd.
ROCK BAND CLASS
Because music should be fun
Our ROCKBAND Class is a 10-12 class program that offers weekly 60 min classes designed for late beginner, intermediate and advanced musicians. Students will sharpen their music skills learning to perform fun pop and rock songs and create original songs in small groups with specialized instruction from music teachers that perform locally. They will prepare a short set for the end of term Rock Band Showcase which takes place at various venues in NE Portland.
Students will learn the basics of playing in a band/ensemble, learning parts, and how they fit together to groove as a group!
We recommend that students have a minimum of 1-2 years of music lesson experience before enrolling in our Rock Band Class. Students will be grouped by age and skill level. Classes will be scheduled according to participants' availability. Please register and we will follow up with scheduling options.
Have a group of musical friends? Send us a registration and start a conversation with us about availability for your group.
Fall Term
12 weeks - Sept 13-Dec 6
Performance TBD
Class fee: $360
Winter Term
10 weeks - Jan-Mar
Class fee: $300
Spring Term
10 weeks - April-June
Class fee: $300
Jazz Combo Class
Interested in exploring Jazz?!
Our Jazz Combo Class is designed for late intermediate and early advanced students.
Taught by Chris Parkman, these 60 minute class sessions will be focused on the small jazz format, emphasizing arrangements to fit the instrumentation, playing the melody, trading fours, and ample time to practice soloing. With level appropriate jazz theory instruction, these sessions will be a positive environment where students can stretch their musical abilities.
Students must have a proficiency in chords and basic scale knowledge (major, minor and blues scales).
Students will be grouped by age and skill level. Classes will scheduled according to participants' availability. Please register and we will follow up with scheduling options.
Curious if your student would be a good fit? Chat with your teacher or send us an email via our contact form below.
Fall Term
12 weeks - Sept 13-Dec 6
Performance TBD
Class fee: $360
Winter Term
10 weeks - Jan-Mar
Class fee: $300
Spring Term
10 weeks - April-June
Class fee: $300
CONTACT
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