Discover the Joy of Music at Hoffman Academy
Announcements
Currently Registering for:
Spring Semester 2/6/23 - 6/17/23
Summer Semester 6/19/23 - 9/9/23
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Lessons & Classes
Music theory, improvisation… so much more than just playing the right notes.
Acoustic or electric? Learn proper technique and build a foundation for musicianship.
Learn effective and healthy techniques for beautiful singing with an experienced teacher.
Flexible schedules for the adult beginner or advanced student.
Take private lessons or a fun workshop packed with musical learning.
The Hoffman Method
The Hoffman Method creates well-rounded musicians who truly comprehend music by emphasizing eight areas of learning: music theory, ear training, improvisation, sight reading, technique, solfege, composition and rhythm.
Solfège
Singing each note on a scale, the foundation for sight reading.
Rhythm
Identify, create and perform unique rhythms.
Sight Reading
Open up any piece of music and start playing!
Improvisation
Spontaneously created expressions in the language of music.
Ear Training
Learn to play “by ear” and recreate any song.
Music Theory
The concepts behind it all, taught using games and activities.
Composition
Writing music reinforces important musical concepts in a fun and creative way!
Technique
Proper body positioning for strong and healthy music playing.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Hoffman Academy Portland is committed to creating welcoming and inclusive spaces for people of all ages, religions, races, gender identities, gender expressions, sexual orientations, family/child care configurations, abilities, and socioeconomic backgrounds. We recognize that in order to make our Academy welcoming and safe for all people, we need to actively acknowledge and rise above the unconscious biases that exist in our culture stemming from racism, sexism, heteronormativity, ableism, and cisnormativity. We are committed to unlearning these biases in an effort to better cultivate love, compassion, and acceptance for all.
Upcoming Events
- April 10 – April 14 | Mid-semester progress meetings
- April 29 | Composition Night (Optional Mini-Recital)
- May 27 – May 29 | Memorial Day Weekend (Academy Closed)
- June 10 | Spring Recital
- June 17 | Last Day of Spring Semester
- June 19 | First Day of Summer Semester
- June 26 – June 30 | Jumpstart Piano Camp 9am – 12pm
- July 10 – July 14 | Jumpstart Piano Camp 9am – 12pm
- July 24 – July 28 | Jazz 101 Piano Camp 9am – 12pm
- August 14 – September 2 | Fall Open Enrollment for New Students (Private Piano, Guitar & Voice Lessons & Group Piano Classes)
Start Your Musical Journey
Reach out to begin your music education in an engaging, nurturing environment that brings out the musician in you!