willamette alley academy of music
more than just another piano lesson
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Jazz piano
Learn Jazz piano from the ground up!
Explore how the piano's role shifted throughout the evolution of jazz.
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Experienced instructor
Over 20 years of performance and teaching experience in the Eugene area.
Individual instruction tailored uniquely to your skill levels and goals.
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Modern Approach
Utilizing modern piano technique, with an emphasis on a whole body approach that supports healthy practicing and performance habits.
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Fun Lessons
More than just reading the notes on the page. Our goal is to feel the rhythm, lessons can involve movement, dance and singing as well as rhythm games.
what is waam?
Not just another piano lesson means that we are learning music! Not just scales, arpeggios and etudes, but how it all fits together. Singing, clapping, dancing, and listening are all tools that we’ll use to get there. Whatever your skill level or experience, you are welcome on this journey of creativity!
jazz piano for all skill levels
WAAM is a music academy focusing on Jazz performance and history, as well as creative and holistic approaches to piano technique. Learn Jazz piano from the ground up! Ragtime, stride, boogie-woogie, swing, bebop, post-bop and beyond.