Most people know that certain instruments must be "tuned up" in order to be played, even if they don't quite know what it means. When talking about guitars (or really any string instrument), tuning not only refers to the act…
Read more“Matt has been a true professional during the Covid craziness and has been a great music teacher to our daughter during a difficult time when music has been such a saving grace. He’s been a gift to our family.” - Val C.
“[My son] is really enjoying his lessons! Robin has been a great match for him and seeing the growth after just a month is very exciting!” - Janelle M
“ Trinh was amazing. He was patient, extremely knowledgeable and very detailed. I absolutely would like to continue taking lessons with him as my instructor. I wish I would have found him two months ago when I first picked up the guitar. ” - Tawnie J
Lessons for Guitar, Piano, Banjo, Ukulele, Bass Guitar & Mandolin
Music Lessons for All Levels
My name is Matt Krein and I am proud to own and operate the Milwaukie School of Guitar. As an instructor for over 15 years, I have helped well over a hundred students of all ages learn and embrace the joy of playing music.
Whether you want to be a "campfire" player strumming and singing your favorite songs, or you're an experienced player ready to take your playing to the next level, we can help. All our instructors are highly experienced, have formal music education, and many have achieved Bachelor's or Master's degrees in Music and/or Education. We strive to make sure your lesson experience is low pressure, rewarding, and of course - fun!
I'm happy to offer a free 30-minute trial session to all potential new students to make sure the Milwaukie School of Guitar is the right fit for you before committing to weekly lessons. If you have questions about how scheduling works, visit the Frequently Asked Questions page.
Ready to give it a try? Schedule your free lesson today!
Rates:
$32.50/ 30-minute weekly lesson.
$55.00/ 60-minute weekly lesson
Discounts available for enrolling in autopay, enrolling multiple students from the same household, or studying multiple instruments.
Group Lessons will be available in the future. To be notified of future group classes, please fill out our Group Class Interest Form.
Testimonials
“Matt's guitar lessons make learning to play a complicated instrument fun... His patience with teaching my five year old son to play guitar is amazing, and I would recommend him to students of any age.” - Rachel C.
“I take online lessons with Matt. He is a music theory genius and an excellent guitar player, and my guitar playing has come a long way since we first started. He's always on time and easy to communicate with. Highly recommended!” - Alec S.
“Matt is an excellent teacher. Patient but strong. I had no experience and he taught me to play with confidence in a very short time. I highly recommend him!” - Julie C.
“He is an excellent teacher. My daughter is 8 and is learning how to play Ukulele. Obviously he's a very advanced player and teacher with lots of experience, but it doesn't stop him from teaching her at her pace. She loves it, and she is utterly shy. This guy's the bomb.” - Allison J.
“Our daughter requested a ukulele and lessons for her 5th birthday. We feared that she was too young to start, but Matt welcomed her with age-appropriate content and instruction.” - Nadine G.
“Matt is a great teacher. He is patient and has the ability to go wherever you want to go as a student. He also literally wrote the book on music theory for guitar! I would highly recommend taking lessons with Matt if you want to learn guitar.” - David B.
Conveniently Located in Downtown Milwaukie
Situated near the intersection of 99 and 224, the studio is just minutes away for students located in
Milwaukie, Oak Grove, Clackamas, Happy Valley, Sellwood, and Southeast Portland.
Right on Hwy 99 (Mcloughlin Blvd)
The Milwaukie School of Guitar is easily accessible with plentiful parking, both in the lot and on the surrounding streets. The building is a short walk from a number of restaurants, the Ledding Library, Milwaukie High School and the Portland Waldorf School.
Right next door is the wonderful Vida 33 Latin Bistro -
a great place to grab a coffee and pass the time during your child's lesson.
We are equipped with two modern teaching spaces outfitted with everything you could need for a great learning experience, and a comfortable waiting area with a view of the lesson rooms for family members.
Schedule A Free Trial Today!
Most students will receive a response within 24 hours.
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If you do not receive a response in a timely matter please follow up anytime by calling (503) 850-8086.
Meet the Instructors
Matt Krein - Owner and Head Instructor. Guitar, Ukulele, Music Theory
Trinh Youngman - Guitar, Ukulele, Piano, Banjo, Upright & Electric Bass
Enzo Irace - Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Bass
Robin Fey - Guitar, Piano, Banjo, Mandolin & Electric Bass
Blog
Nov 19 2020
Have a Ukulele Christmas - Holiday Shopping Guide part 3
There's just something wonderful about a ukulele. This tiny instrument has a way of brining outsized amounts of joy to both the player and the listener alike. It's no surprise that it's popularity has boomed in the past decade. It…
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Nov 11 2020
You Gotta Accessorize - Holiday Buying Guide pt. 2
Capos, Guitar Picks, and String, Oh My! The variety of guitars on the market is huge, but it pales in comparison to the plethora of accessories and guitar related equipment out there.
In the first part of this series I…
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