Frequently Asked
Questions
General QuestionS
We have a reputation for providing music lessons that most kids find engaging and fun. Many of our parents report that their children love lessons, and will go willingly to practice without being asked. However, our students also experience times where they may feel discouraged and even resistant to practicing. Developing musical skills takes years and years of dedicated practice, and sometimes a student might hit a “hump”. Best solution: a supportive parent-teacher team. Developing musical skills is not easy, but it is worth it. Kids need love, encouragement, and consistent support.
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Guitar
Hoffman Academy of Music endorses Five Star Guitars as the best choice for purchasing student guitars in the Beaverton area.
For more detailed information about where to purchase a guitar, please ask your Hoffman Academy guitar instructor for a personal recommendation.
Piano
- Eric Leatha: 503.997.1725
- Denice Wilkinson: 503.246.3337
Policies
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Private Lessons
Registration
If enrollment is canceled prior to two weeks before the first day of the semester a refund will be processed on the tuition only. As of two weeks before the start of each semester, tuition payments are non-refundable. Registration fees are non-refundable except in the unusual circumstance where a lesson time acceptable to both parties cannot be found during the scheduling process, in which case registration fees will be fully refunded.
Absolutely! The option to pay through our online registration system is for your convenience. Checks are always a welcome form of payment. Checks can be mailed to:
Hoffman Academy
12660 NW Cornell Rd.
Portland, OR 97229.
Required Equipment
Here are two names of tuners that we have used in the past, and we have been pleased with their work.
- Eric Leatha: 503.997.1725
- Denice Wilkinson: 503.246.3337
Teaching Method
Learn more about the Hoffman Method.
Have More Questions?
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We’ll answer any questions and help you find the perfect time to start your musical journey!