Welcome to the directory of Vashon Island's music teachers. Here you will find amazing teachers of all instruments and styles. Click on the image to learn more about each teacher featured on Vashon Events. If you are a music teacher and would like to be listed on this site, please click here.
"Vashon Events' Music Teachers Directory is an excellent community resource. It enables us teachers to make connections and do what we love. For those who want to learn, it's a door to the magical world of music." - Camille Reeves
Adrienne Selvy Mildon
piano, voice
adrienne@mildonmusic.org
Now offering virtual classes. Classically based, contemporary eclectic method, individualized approach, for all ages. Please contact me to talk about your or your child's goals.
Annie Roberts
cello and piano
annielbobs@gmail.com
Annie's summer term runs July 5-August 27 and she will be teaching in-person unless someone prefers online. Her music room has open windows, an air purifier and a small fan between you and Annie to keep the air moving. Fully vaxxed students and Annie can be unmasked if they’re comfortable with that; otherwise we’ll both be masked. Annie's student load is really full but summer tends to be a time when she has some open spots so check with her if interested.
Camille Reeves
piano, voice, rhythm guitar, ukulele riverbedstudio@gmail.com
I tailor my teaching approach to the needs and goals of the individual student. Music should inspire joy, so my method incorporates elements of play and creativity, while providing a non-judgmental environment conducive to learning and growth. I welcome students of any age to discover the magic in the experience of music!
Daryl Redeker
guitar, bass
darylredeker@rocketmail.com
Daryl Redeker is a professional musician and long-time teacher that excels in inspiring in his students a love of music and a passion for playing.
Dianne Krouse
saxophone, clarinet
diannekrouse@me.com
Basic lessons all levels and improvisation for intermediate to advanced players.
Elizabeth Ripley
voice, singing, speech
eripley13000@yahoo.com
Elizabeth teaches Folk to Rock & Pop; Broadway Belting to Opera: The specific technique she teaches is the Italianate Art of Singing, combined with Alexander Whole Body Work.
Gaye Detzer
violin
detzerubicz@icloud.com
Gaye is a Suzuki violin teacher. The Suzuki approach is based on the philosophy that young children can learn to play an instrument just as they learn to speak their native language—through regular listening, developmentally appropriate instruction, and frequent opportunities to play alone and with others.
Gordy Ryan
hand drums/percussion
lightintheforest@frontier.com
Gordy teaches private lessons and 2 group sessions weekly at his studio on Vashon. He focuses on Rhythm technique and repertoire in West African, Afro Cuban, Brazilian, Funk, Jazz and Rock music using Congas, Ashikos, Djembes, Bells, Shekeres, and the Dunun Drums. The sessions draw on his experience playing Yoruba, Malinke, and Cuban music with many great Masters on concerts and Recordings across his career. Gordy has students of all ages. All are welcome, the door is open!
Holly Boaz
voice
holly@hollyboaz.com
Holly loves to help people get to know their voices & bodies better in order to allow and encourage authentic, embodied personal expression through singing. She’s been teaching for over 20 years, and every year she loves what she does more and more.
Jacob Black
Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Ukulele, Music Theory, Music Production
jacob@fingerprintmusicschool.com
Jacob Black teaches all ages & all styles. He is particularly adept at connecting with kids and making it fun for them by finding the approach that fits their personality, but he also has lots of experience doing the same with adults of all ages. He's been teaching for more than 20 years. He is also the owner & founder of Fingerprint Music School, which operates in Seattle and Kansas City, as well as the author of the Fingerprint Method, a series of instructional music books. He offers private lessons out of his office right next to O Space. Jacob believes that music is part of human nature— everyone can find a way of being musical that's unique to them.
Jane Valencia
harp
www.foresthalls.org
Jane guides harp students of all ages and levels to play the music they long to play, develop essential techniques and skills, and to have fun and satisfaction along the journey with what is truly a magical instrument.
Julia Mark
piano, songwriting
julia@juliamarkmusic.com
You've probably heard that “music is a language.” Having access to a wide musical vocabulary, understanding phrasing and rhythm, identifying patterns, and reading written forms all help with musical fluency. Julia's goal is to give students the confidence and knowledge to express themselves in the genres they enjoy. She holds B.A. degrees in Music and Psychology from Wesleyan University in CT. For more info on in-person & virtual teaching, visit: www.juliamarkmusic.com/teaching
Julia Montagnet
piano
jmontagnet@gmail.com
Julia teaches children starting at first grade (age 6) all the way up through seniors. Right now she is only teaching beginners. She has several years of experience working with students with special needs and learning disabilities so students of all abilities are welcome.
Kat Eggleston
guitar, hammered dulcimer
keggleston@kateggleston.com
Since 1991, Kat has taught guitar to students with a wide range of skills and interests. She loves to work with beginners, with folks returning to the instrument after leaving it in the closet for years, students who want to expand techniques, and those who are curious about open tunings or developing fingerstyle skills. Call (206) 549-6448, or email to the address above for details.
Kim Thal
violin, guitar, ukulele, viola
kim.thal22@gmail.com
Kim’s teaching is tailored to the individual. With younger students, she includes movement along with games to enhance the learning experience. She gives students a choice of songs and embed music theory into their favorite songs. Her goal is to create life-long music lovers!
Lauren McShane
Cello
Lauren.m.mcshane@gmail.com
Lauren is passionate about teaching. She believes that curiosity should lead learning. Each student has a unique way of engaging with the world that can facilitate learning. She also believes music should be taught in a positive atmosphere, motivated by musical, emotional, and technical growth. She teaches a full private cello studio, alongside Holy Names Academy, and is faculty at Icicle Creek Summer Symphony. She is also a Suzuki teacher along with incorporating alternative styles! She plays with Portland Cello Project and Seattle Rock Orchestra.
Luz Gaxiola
accordion
luz555@gmail.com
Robyn Silva
fiddle, mandolin, rhythm guitar
robynsilva@comcast.net
Robyn learned to play at the age of 9 by watching other fiddlers fingers. She would memorize their finger patterns to songs using a pencil she kept in her pocket. She uses this style of learning patterns and breaking them down into phrases with Tablature to take home. Video taping is encouraged!
Shane Jewell
violin, guitar, viola, mandolin, ukulele, voice, penny whistle, wooden flute/recorder
shanejewell.blogspot.com
Private and Group Lessons for All Ages in a wide range of musical styles, from Classical to Gypsy Swing, Celtic to Blues, Klezmer to Rock. To view current openings and schedule a lesson, please visit Shane Jewell's music studio website above.
Steve Amsden
guitar, banjo, mandolin, ukulele
steveamsden@yahoo.com
Steve specializes in beginner and intermediate guitar lessons but he also teaches beginner and intermediate banjo as well as beginner mandolin and ukulele. Steve also teaches advanced guitar in some genres and also some pragmatic music theory.
Sunder Michelle
Family Music Making: Kids 0-5
musictogethervashon@gmail.com
www.musictogethervashon.com
Music Together Vashon offers Family Music Making immersion for kids 0-5 with a grown-up. High quality music and movement classes based on years of early childhood development research. And we have FUN! Come join us and make joyful music a part of your family today.
Todd Zimberg
percussion
tzimberg@earthlink.net
Todd earned a masters degree in percussion from the University of Washington in 1998. He currently teaches music courses at Highline College, maintains a roster of private students and continues to perform regularly. Zimberg founded Drum Camp in 1997 to meet the needs of his students in the summer, offering an intensive immersion into the world of percussion and a week to focus on the shared passion for music.