Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Music School in Beaverton, OR
Founded in 1988, Westside Music School has been dedicated to transforming music education through our unique approach that emphasizes holistic development. Our philosophy, rooted in the Harmony Road Curriculum, prioritizes experiential learning through listening, singing, and rhythmic activities before introducing note reading, ensuring students achieve comprehensive musical growth. With a commitment to qualified instructors and small class sizes, we offer tailored programs for all agesfrom toddlers to adultsfostering creativity, self-expression, and a lifelong love for music.Our community-focused environment encourages parent participation and provides performance opportunities, creating a supportive ecosystem where students thrive. Over decades, we have cultivated a legacy of musical excellence, evidenced by alumni who continue to integrate music into their lives and careers.
Services
Piano Lessons
Keyboard Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Voice Lessons
Brass Lessons
Early Childhood Classes
Violin Lessons
Group Piano Classes
Adult Music Classes
Summer Music Programs
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- Qualified music instruction with tested, trained, and experienced teachers
- Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend music classes
- Optimum music class sizes with a maximum of 10 students per class
- Performance opportunities offered twice yearly at no additional charge
- Convenient class schedules available weekdays, evenings, and Saturdays
What people say
Qualified music instructors
Supportive community atmosphere
Effective early childhood programs
Lifelong musical skills developed
Encouraging learning environment
Services
Piano Lessons
Our piano lessons cater to all skill levels, from beginners to advanced students. Using the Harmony Road Curriculum, we focus on developing technical proficiency, musical theory, and creative expression. Students benefit from personalized instruction in a supportive environment that encourages growth and confidence.
Early Childhood Classes
Designed for children as young as 18 months, these classes introduce foundational musical concepts through singing, rhythm, and movement. Parent participation fosters bonding while developing auditory skills and early musical appreciation in a joyful, interactive setting that prepares children for formal instrument instruction.
Group Piano Classes
Group piano classes combine individual skill development with ensemble playing experiences. Students learn collaborative musicianship while maintaining personalized progress tracking. The curriculum integrates theory, ear training, and performance opportunities to create well-rounded musicians in a social, motivating environment.
Private Violin Lessons
Tailored violin instruction covers classical and contemporary styles for children and adults. Our certified instructors use progressive teaching methods that balance technical development with musical expression. Lessons emphasize proper technique, repertoire building, and performance preparation at each student's pace.
Summer Music Programs
Four-week summer programs provide intensive musical introduction for beginners. These structured sessions cover fundamental concepts through engaging activities that develop rhythm, ear training, and basic instrument skills. Designed to prepare students for ongoing music study while maintaining summer learning momentum.
People
Claudia Reinsch
Founder and Owner
Claudia Reinsch founded Westside Music School in 1988 after teaching since 1979. She developed her expertise through degrees from San Francisco State University and University of Redlands, plus Yamaha certifications. Her innovative approach combines curriculum development with community building through music education.
Chris Swanson
Violin Instructor
With 20 years teaching experience, Chris Swanson specializes in classical, folk, and popular violin instruction. He employs incremental teaching methods that balance technical excellence with enjoyment, making complex concepts accessible to students of all ages through structured, progressive lessons.
Mahsheed Massarat
Voice Instructor
Mahsheed Massarat holds degrees from University of Oregon and San Francisco Conservatory of Music. A former Westside student, she teaches classical and contemporary vocal techniques while emphasizing emotional expression and technical mastery. Her teaching philosophy focuses on music's transformative power for personal growth and community connection.
Sami Ravindra
Piano Instructor
Sami Ravindra brings extensive performance and teaching experience to Westside Music School. A Mills College piano performance graduate, she combines technical rigor with creative exploration. Her teaching approach emphasizes individual progress while maintaining high artistic standards through personalized lesson plans and repertoire selection.
Emily Myhre
Piano Instructor
Emily Myhre earned her music degree with piano pedagogy concentration from Whitworth University. A former Westside student herself, she specializes in early childhood music development and beginner piano instruction. Her teaching style emphasizes musical family connections and joyful learning experiences that foster lifelong engagement with music.
Questions
What qualifications do your music instructors have?
All instructors are degreed/certified music teachers with specialized training in their respective instruments and pedagogical methods.
What age can children start music lessons?
We offer programs for children as young as 18 months through our Toddler Tunes early childhood music classes.
Can parents attend music classes with their children?
Parents are welcome and encouraged to participate in classes, especially for our early childhood and beginner programs.
What class sizes do you offer?
We maintain optimum class sizes with a maximum of 10 students per instructor to ensure quality instruction and individual attention.
Do you offer performance opportunities for students?
Yes, we provide low-pressure recitals twice yearly at no additional cost, including our popular Family Nights performances.
What instruments can students learn at Westside?
We specialize in piano/keyboard lessons and offer instruction in guitar, brass, violin, voice, and early childhood music programs.
