30-minute one-on-one sessions with skilled instructors for instruments like drums, guitar, and vocals, tailored to individual goals.
1-hour weekly classes where students collaborate, jam, and learn multiple instruments in a band setting to build teamwork and performance skills.
Engaging camps for kids to explore music, develop proficiency, and enjoy hands-on activities in a fun, educational environment.
Convenient app/website for booking lessons, tracking progress, and managing schedules with ease and flexibility.
Specialized workshops focusing on music theory, improvisation, and performance techniques for beginners to advanced musicians.
We love Backbeat Music Academy! Sam is awesome. Having an App/Website to manage lessons is so helpful. Highly recommend.
Really great school, well organized and good instructors. My 6 year old enjoys his drum lessons and learns something new every week. Convenient online scheduling options and affordable prices. This has to be one of the best music schools in the NW for kids.
The instructors at Backbeat are truly exceptional. Each teacher is not only highly skilled in their respective instruments but also passionate about sharing their knowledge. They take the time to understand each student’s individual goals and tailor their teaching methods accordingly. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced musician, you’ll find the guidance you need to improve and grow. ✨🎶
Backbeat Music Academy has an outstanding selection of teachers. It's such a pleasure to listen to the teachers play/sing and witness the kids develop their skills. My kids have worked with John, Dustin, Sal, Ian, and Dave.They each take a 30 min. private session per week and a 1 hour rock band per week. It is such a good combo for their development. I highly recommend doing both. Rock band allows them to learn multiple instruments, experiment, learn how to collaborate and jam with a band. It's fantastic.
My son has been taking drum lessons with John for 5-6 years and he loves every minute of his music making experience with John. He has a fun and varied way of teaching music which never gets staid or boring. He is an excellent all-round musician which allows him to create a jam-style environment for the student, so that they feel like they are performing and can freely express themselves without feeling self-conscious about making mistakes. We love his new music academy studios and would highly recommend Backbeat to anyone who wants to lose themselves in a love of music and learn to play an instrument proficiently.

Igniting musical passion in Portland with expert lessons and rock band experiences for all ages.
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Backbeat Music Academy in Portland, OR, is a premier music school offering private lessons and rock band programs for students of all ages, especially kids. With a 4.7/5 rating from 55 reviews, we provide expert instruction from passionate teachers in a fun, collaborative environment. Our programs include 30-minute private sessions and 1-hour rock band classes to develop skills, creativity, and confidence. We feature convenient online scheduling, affordable pricing, and a modern studio for an immersive music-making experience.
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