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Yascha Noonberg Guitar, Piano, Drums, Bass, Mandolin, Music Theory
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Yascha has been teaching private music lessons on various instruments for over ten years. He holds a music degree from the University of North Texas and has worked as a session player in various studios in Austin, Dallas, and Portland. Yascha recently worked with the "Make A Wish" foundation as a wish granter to a young patient who dreamed of being able to play music. Yascha also works with middle school students on a weekly basis through the Portland Music Company. In addition to teaching and performing, he also produces albums for songwriters and bands of many different genres. Yascha mixes a strong background in technique and music theory with a relaxed teaching approach that keeps the lessons fun while students achieve their musical goals. All students are encouraged to bring in their favorite CDs which are used to custom- tailor a lesson plan that suits each individual student.
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Marilee Hord Fiddle / Violin
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Marilee Hord has been working as a professional musician out of the Portland area for the last 12 years. She has played in numerous critically acclaimed bands including Golden Delicious, Little Sue, Mad Hattie, and James Low, touring throughout the US, France, Belgium, Holland and the Czech Republic and playing at many festivals including SXSW, CMJ, Bumbershoot and FIMA. As a band member or guest she has played on over 60 releases, most recently for Kristen Hersh. Her playing can be heard on television commercials for the Oregon State Lottery, the Sierra Club, and Pier One. This past year,she was twice asked to sit in with the house band of the hugely poplular OPB radio show "LIVEWIRE". In her youth, Mailee enjoyed a sucessful classical career, holding pricipal chairs in the Oakland Youth Orchestra, the Diablo Youth Orchestra and the San Francisco Youth Symphony, and winning local compititions. She was concertmistress of her high school orchestra all four years. Along with continuing studies with such luminaries as Hollis Taylor and Julie Lyonn Lieberman, she now maintains a busy private teaching studio in SE Portland. Past students include Chris Kokesh of the beloved Misty River Band, John Smith of Nu Shooz and Ellie Hlozemer of Cross-eyed Rosie, finalists at last years Telluride Bluegrass Festival. Marilee is well-versed in many fiddle styles and emphasizes technique for maximum skill-building. It's a "best of both worlds" approach. The more solid your skills are, the more fun you can have! She particlarly welcomes those players wishing to learn or improve their improv "chops". Above all Marilee teaches in a way that is friendly and respectful of both mind and body. Currently, she is accepting students 10 years and up- from absolute beginners to all levels of proficiency.
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Anna Fritz Cello
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I’ve been playing the cello for 22 years. I studied classical music for the first 12 of those years, culminating with instruction from Uri Vardi, Professor of Cello at the University of Wisconsin Madison, and student of Janos Starker. Since then, I’ve written, performed and recorded with numerous indie rock bands, singer-songwriters, and composers. I’ve also written and recorded a solo album for cello and voice. To hear some of my work, visit www.myspace.com/annafritz. As a teacher, I’m dedicated to helping folks have a healthy physical relationship to the cello. In order to avoid injury, produce excellent tone, and make us more aware human beings through playing music, I focus a lot on how the body interacts with the cello. For Grown Ups: I believe in finding the way that each person learns best. We don’t have to go the Mary Had Little Lamb route (unless that works for you!), but I’ve got the discipline, training and skill to help you get where you want to go with the cello, without the frustration of wrestling a fretless instrument alone. For Kids: I have a lot of experience working with children in a number of different capacities, and am excited about bringing my love of the cello to young people. I’m able to develop trusting, playful relationships with kids of all ages and I believe in involving them fully in directing the learning experience. Learning to play the cello is hard work, but it’s also a BLAST!
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Noah Beck Acoustic / Electric Guitar
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Noah began playing the guitar at age 14, studying with
the late, Northwest guitar legend Bob Simmons. After
graduating High School, he attended Southern Oregon
University for two years, studying guitar and music.
In 2000, he moved to Moscow, Idaho, and began studying
at the Lionel Hampton School of Music, University of
Idaho. There he studied from 2000-2005, when he
graduated with a degree in Guitar Performance.
Courses/Ensembles that he participated in there
included Jazz Band I, Jazz Choir, Music Theory, Jazz
Theory, Ear Training, Guitar Pedagogy, Music and
Civilization, and many others. During this time, he
co-founded seminal Moscow, Idaho-based band Oracle
Shack, touring extensively throughout the Northwest.
They have had the privilege of sharing the stage with
such acts as Blues Traveler, Bernie Worrell, Taarka,
Flowmotion, Eleven Eyes, Darin Schaffer, Free Peoples,
and many others. Noah has also released two solo CD’s
and has been teaching guitar lessons for the last 5
years.
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Jillian Hicks Fiddle
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A native of Madison, Wisconsin, Jillian Hicks has been playing violin since 1990 and teaching since 1997. Upon completing her thesis on female fiddlers of the Shetland Isles, she received her bachelors degree in musicology at Lewis and Clark College in Portland, Oregon. Jillian taught at the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago, IL for three years. Currently living in Portland, Oregon, Jillian teaches both adults and children in a variety of styles including classical, old-time, Irish, and Scottish. She adapts each lesson to the individual students goals and interests. Students will learn to play through note reading and listening by ear. When Jillian is not teaching she can be found serenading her neighbors and swapping tunes with her long-distance band Moonshinery.
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Alexi Erenkov Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute
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Alexi Erenkov holds a BA in Jazz Studies from Sonoma State University (2005). Throughout his college years he performed in local wineries and restaurants with his combo "The Erenkov Trio." After graduating Alexi landed a position as saxophonist for the Celebrity Orchestra aboard Celebrity Cruise Lines' ship the Century. He is currently living in the Portland area and performing on saxophone, clarinet, and flute with his jazz combo Duo Duo, which features a revolving cast of fantastic musicians. As a teacher Alexi's main goal is to foster a love of music in his students. This is accomplished by spending lesson time discussing music in general, sharing CDs, and playing music students find interesting. While lessons do predominantly focus on fundamental technique applicable to both jazz and classical idioms, students are always encouraged to make music and have fun.
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Mary Beth Felker Voice Lessons
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Mary Beth Felker is founder of the Voice Project Studios in Portland, OR and Seattle, WA. Formerly certified as the only Seth Riggs/Speech Level Singing Associate in the area, Mary Beth resigned in 2005 to pursue expansion of the Voice Project Artist Development Program and Training Series – a year long training program for aspiring performing and recording artists. Mary Beth was recently added as one of 16 elite vocal instructors worldwide to TC-Helicon’s International Voice Council, www.voicecouncil.com. She is author of TVP’s “Elements of Warming Up” Series and is in high demand as a vocal expert on technique, production and therapy.
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Kendra Carpenter Cello, Piano
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The Cake.
I was pulled to the piano at age 3, friends-for-life with it by age 4. I was drawn to the cello at age 12, completely in love with it by age 14. I was expanded and enlightened by University of Denver professor Richard Slavich for several years, then blessed with a full scholarship to the University of Colorado in Boulder where I was further inspired and instructed by Judith Glyde. After graduating with degrees in Music Performance and Environmental Design, I spent the next decade working and teaching and performing throughout the Rocky Mountains of Colorado…everything from summer festivals to weddings, from elementary schools to patient rooms in hospitals, from bars to stages, from backyards to yoga centers.
The Icing.
In addition to being totally into that state of bliss that often comes from making music, I also love, and I mean love, snowboarding, kayaking, traveling internationally, sailing, yoga, backpacking adventures, learning something new, dancing and…of course, really yummy desserts.
A few Sprinkles.
I’ve been honored and blessed with experiences like: being a guest artist with the Sam Houston State University Ballet Company; performing with Yo Yo Ma, the Colorado Symphony Orchestra, and the Denver Young Artists Orchestra; attending master classes with amazing cellists such as Carter Brey and Bernard Greenhouse; running a marathon and an ULTRA marathon; and traveling to places like Japan, Australia and Mexico.
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Rick Crittenden Electric Bass
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The son of a tenor saxophonist with the Woody Hite Orchestra, top NW musicians were part of Rick Crittenden’s life from an early age. At six, Rick chose to study the trumpet and excelled quickly. In sixth grade Rick picked up the bass and by age sixteen was working steadily. A year later Rick had a songwriting contract and a record on the regional charts. At twenty, he took time off to study jazz at the renowned jazz department of Mt. Hood Community College, eventually studying with Dean Comley and Claude Gordon of the Columbia Orchestra. A gig with Oregon bassist Glen Moore led to a period spent studying contemporary harmony. Rick has also studied with internationally recognized composer, Tomas Svoboda. Rick has been playing throughout the Western US for many years in every format from jazz to African, to Celtic fusion. Currently, Rick’s compositions are featured in the repertoire of Art Lande’s Russian Dragon Band. Rick has worked extensively in the studio on over 30 recordings, including projects for Windham Hill and Narada Records, as well as, local and national commercial projects. Rick has performed with: Glen Moore, Patrick Lamb Band, Christopher Parker, Dan Seigel, Tangier, Brian Dunning and Puck Fair, Cal Scott Group, Don Alberts Quartet
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Ben Tyler Drums / Percussion
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Ben Tyler has been playing professionally since he was 15 years old and teaching since he was 18 and worked as a freelance drummer in his hometown Albuquerque, New Mexico and later in Phoenix, AZ. He has done extensive touring throughout the U.S. and has appeared in numerous publications including Downbeat magazine. He received the Jazz Bird Scholarship at ASU in Tempe, AZ where he studied drum set and Latin percussion as well as piano and music theory. Ben believes in encouraging each students' creativity and individuality while teaching them reach their full potential as musicians.
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Darrin Craig Rhythm Acoustic Guitar
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Darrin has been playing guitar for 15 years and has focused mostly on songwriting and rhythm guitar playing. Although most proficient in the acoustic based music (bluegrass, country, and folk), he can teach other styles if needed. In addition to his solo projects, Darrin has performed locally in the band Jackstraw for the last 10 years.
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Patrick Finley Trombone, Mandolin
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Patrick Finley is a multi-instrumentalist with a diverse musical history. He studiedmusic at Portland State University beginning in 1998 after graduating high school in Spokane, Washington. Since his trombone studies in both the Jazz and Classical programs at PSU, he has performed in a variety of musical settings: The Midnight Seven (Jazz), Neil Gilpin's Belmont St. Octet (Revival), The Prarie Dogs (Old Timey), Lions of Batucada (Brazilian Percussion), Big Swifty (Latin Jazz), Sun Trio (Calypso), The Way Downs (Jazz/Funk), and Dirtnap (Rock). He performs primarily on Trombone, Mandolin, and Guitar, though he has been spotted behind a Piano, Euphonium, Trumpet, and Double and Electric Basses.
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Darrin Cook Acoustic / Electric Guitar
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Darrin started his musical career at the age of 12 on the trombone in his local middle school band. At the age of 15, Darrin began to play the guitar and compose music. In 2003, he graduated from Berklee College of Music with a B.A. in Performance and a B.A. in Contemporary Writing and Production. Darrin has played in several bands, scored music for a few films, taught guitar lessons, and worked as a show band guitarist for Carnival Cruise Lines since graduation. Through his career, Darrin has performed in styles ranging from country and folk to funk, reggae, and rock, though his specialty is blues and jazz. Darrin has had the opportunity to travel all through the Caribbean playing guitar with Carnival Cruise lines and has worked with many renowned musicians from around the world. Darrin provides instruction on acoustic and electric guitar, finger style or with a pick. Darrin approaches every client as an individual, and will work with each student to develop a lesson plan that caters to his or her personal guitar goals.
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Tim Acott Electric / Upright Acoustic Bass
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Tim Acott is a working bassist with over forty years experience in jazz, country, rock and blues. He has been teaching for the last ten years. Tim studied music at Colorado State University and, privately, with Dave Potter, Glenn Moore, and Tracy Kim. Currently, he plays with a wide range of musicians, including Reggie Houston, Jim Boyer, Lynn Conover, Billy Kennedy, Mike Danner, and the Kung Pao Chickens.
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Gina Osborn Voice Lessons
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Gina Osborn is a native of New Mexico, with a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Western New Mexico University (WNMU), and a Master of Music in Vocal Performance from New Mexico State University (NMSU). She has been teaching for ten years, both privately, and as an adjunct professor at WNMU. Gina has spent a large majority of her life on the stage; beginning her career at the age of nine and performing in numerous local and international productions since. She has performed with such organizations as; the Las Cruces Symphony in NM,; the NMSU Choir in England and Scotland; Da Capo Opera and Manhattan Opera Troupe in NYC; the International Opera Academy in Rome, Italy; the Neil Semer Vocal Institute in Cosefeld, Germany; and most recently, the Portland Symphonic Choir.
Lessons:
Gina strives to create a safe environment where singers of all levels and vocal styles can express, explore, and develop their passion for music. Her personal teaching method is based on discovering each singer’s natural sound. Singing doesn’t have to be work. The joy of singing can only be fully experienced when the voice responds quickly and easily to the singer’s demands. Gina’s ultimate goal is to help singers find the joy of singing with a fully facilitated instrument.
Rates:
Full hour lessons = $35 / Half hour lessons = $20
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Sarah Peterson Flute
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Sarah Peterson has been playing flute for 16 years and teaching for 9 years. Her interest in music began in Hot Springs, Arkansas, where she was played in school bands and local ensembles until her graduation from high school. She began her teaching career during her training at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville in 1999, where she studied with Dr. Ronda Mains. Throughout this period, she also led Masterclasses and Sectionals at summer music camps. After completing a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education (2004), Sarah moved to Colorado to further her career at the University of Denver. While pursuing her graduate coursework, Sarah also taught Aural Skills and Music Theory classes to freshmen and sophomores at the university. She completed a Master’s degree in Classical Flute Performance under the instruction of Pamela Endsley in 2006. While in Denver, Sarah played with both the Lamont Symphony Orchestra and the Lamont Wind Ensemble. She also performed throughout the Denver area with guitarist, Duston Stout, for various events. Sarah has experience teaching to all ability levels, having worked with children as young as age 9 through experienced adults. Her students learn in a fun yet professional environment through a variety of techniques, including note reading, ear training, sight reading, counting out rhythms, and listening to recordings.
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Pete Krebs Guitar
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Pete Krebs has been a fixture on the Portland music scene for two decades as principal songwriter and bandleader for the groups Hazel, Golden Delicious, the Kung Pao Chickens, Django's Tigers and the Stolen Sweets. An in-demand studio musician and teacher, he's shared the stage with artists as diverse as Nirvana, Elliott Smith, The Holy Modal Rounders, Patrick Saussois, Robin Nolan, Pearl Django, Jason Okamoto, Marilee Hord, and many others. He's taught dozens of students over the years, and is known as a relaxed, patient and focused teacher. His instruction focuses on beginning guitar for kids and adults, songwriting/voice and basic to intermediate swing guitar and gypsy jazz with an emphasis on building a strong rhythmicvocabulary. Please feel free to email any questions -- kidtulsa@gmail.com. Thanks!
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Jason Okamoto Gypsy Jazz Guitar
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Jason Okamoto is a sought-after guitarist for performances and studio recordings. He performs many styles of music including gypsy jazz, classical, rock, alt- country, and swing music. Jason as performed with many of Portland's top gypsy jazz groups including the Kung Pao Chickens, Swing Papillon, and the alt-country songwriter James Low. Jason is a patient and effective teacher.
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Jon Neufeld
Guitar
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I started out as a drummer. I played for about 10 years. When I was 14, I switched over to guitar. I was into people like Frank Zappa, Pat Matheny and John McLaughlin. My father is a guitarist and singer who spent many years touring and my mother is a wonderful pianist and vocalist. I grew up playing drums in church with my mom and dad. That is the basis I came from. Playing with people, learning when to play, when not to, what adds, what takes away from a tune.
I like to teach now to pass on things that I've learned after playing out and touring for a good 10 years. I really enjoy meeting new people and seeing where they're at, where they want to go and coming up with a game plan to get where they would like to be.
I now play in a gypsy jazz group called the "Kung Pao Chickens" and with a bluegrass group called "Jackstraw". Occassionally, I get the chance to do a duo gig with my friend Danny Barnes, which is always a thrill!
Playing music is fun and I like to think that getting a guitar lesson can be fun too. I know it's fun teaching. I enjoy it thoroughly. Give me a call and have a great time learning to play guitar!
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Bret Malmquist
 Guitar
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If you are interested in playing the guitar I can help. I have been playing the guitar for 32 years and have been teaching for 18 years. I attended U of O for two years studying music and graduated with honors from the guitar institute of technology (Hollywood CA) where I had the opportunity to study with some of the greatest guitarist in the world (Robben Ford, Joe Pass, Scott Henderson, Frank Gambale, Jennifer Batten, and Paul Gilbert to name a few). I can also teach you music theory, technique, improvising, reading music (or tab), ear training and songs. I will cater the lessons to meet your needs. If you just want to learn some songs we can do that. If you want to learn how to shred we can do that. If you want to play solo classical guitar we can do that too. All I need from you is to set aside practice time and to practice so we can keep moving forward. If you do I'm sure you will enjoy the results. Playing music can be a lot of fun and now is your chance to be a part of it. I teach all levels from beginners to advanced.
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Kelly Meyer Violin, Viola, Piano
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Raised in Arcadia, California, Kelly now lives in North Portland with her pug and fat cat. She first started taking violin lessons when she was 5 and then switched to viola six years later. She has been playing and performing on piano, violin, and viola for over 15 years. She just recently received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Lewis & Clark College and looks forward to a life filled with music. Kelly plans to become Suzuki certified and aims to receive a Master’s Degree in Musical Performance from Portland State University. She enjoys playing both classical and modern music and loves spending time with her friends, family, and pets.
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Lee Elderton Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet
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Lee Elderton, the founding member of SPECTRUM, has been the featured soloist of concerti and solo works with many University and High School Wind Symphonies throughout the west coast. In addition to his extraordinary skills as a classical saxophonist, Mr. Elderton is one of the west coast's most exciting and sought-after jazz players. His jazz performances and recordings with the San Diego State University Big Band, Ira B. Liss Big Band Jazz Machine, and Bobby Caldwell's album "Blue Condition" showcase his big band skills, while his recordings with the improvisational group "Return to One", Lee/Nathan Duo, and Zappa alumnus Mike Keneally, display his modern improvisational creativity. A former member of the jive and blues band The Buddy Blue Show as well, Mr. Elderton is at home in all genre of music. He has also performed with a variety of artists including: Louis Bellson, Lanny Morgan, Kim Richmond, Pete Christlieb, Conte Condoli, Harry Connick, Charles McPherson, Ed Shuagnessy, Bobby Shew, Mundell Lowe, Marv Stamm, Holly Hofmann, Dave Friesen, Mike Keneally, Tiger Okoshi, Herbie Mann, Bud Shank, Ernie Watts and Gary Foster. Mr. Elderton has studied Conducting with Luis Gonzalez and Saxophone with Steve Alaniz, Charlie Richard and Kelly Hart-Jenkins. He teaches saxophone, flute, and clarinet in his private studio. Mr. Elderton is available for clinics, engagements, and private instruction.
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Kevin Van Geem Drums / Percussion
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Kevin Van Geem experimented with many different instruments before deciding that drumset was the right fit for him. He ended up studying drums in college with Ken Ollis, Joel Bluestone and Alan Jones and Graduated with a BA in Jazz Performance from Portland State University. Kevin plays with many rock and jazz groups around town including the Darrell Grant Quartet. Kevin feels very strongly in the importance of music in a complete education. His love of music has helped him to live a fuller life through self expression social interaction and internal reflection and he wants to help students be able to do the same.
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