Our teachers

Justin has a passion for music, and sharing that with his students.  He enjoys helping students grow and learn as a complete musician and artist, honing their craft on their respective instruments.  Justin teaches music at a K-12 school, as well as leading worship in his local church, songwriting, and covering a variety of pop, rock and country songs.

Justin lives in Marysville and enjoys spending time with his wife and children, music (of course), sports, serving at his church, spending time with friends, and watching his students grow and use their various skills and talents.  

Starting at $130/month for weekly 30 minute lessons.

Rachel’s forte is in helping students to fall in love with playing piano. She specializes in starting students off in a way that instills a love of learning that hopefully last a lifetime. She wants to give each student a solid foundation so that they will be able to develop into self-learners and explorers. Once a student knows that they can explore and make music independently, the fun really begins. It is a great joy when a student realizes they can compose their own music and play by ear. Rachel believes that composing and playing by ear are gifts that we can all learn and enjoy. It is her delight to help students open these gifts and encourage them develop their own musical voice.

Rachel lives in Arlington and has been fortunate to have been able to homeschool her two daughters for the last 15 years. Her family has a rich history with music that has brought many lasting memories and blessings. In her free time, she enjoys playing piano, writing music, singing, and spending time with family and friends.

Rachel teaches out of her studio in Arlington, Washington

Tuition Rates: 

Starting at $130/month for weekly 30 minute lessons.

Dennis is a retired substitute teacher (K-12). He's been a sales representative in various industries, as well as a junior high school language arts teacher and track coach. Having played the acoustic and electric guitar for over 55 years, Dennis has had the privilege of playing in both secular and Christian worship bands.

Dennis and his wife live on Camano Island. They've been blessed with three children and ten grandchildren. He's looking forward to serving students who want to learn how to play the guitar.

Dennis travels to student homes on Camano Island.

Tuition Rates: 

Starting at $130/month for weekly 30 minute lessons.

John Hart, the director of Hart Music School, has had many years of experience as a music teacher and administrator. Graduating magna cum laude, John received a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education and Music Theory & Literature from Seattle Pacific University. He also earned a K-12 Washington State Teacher's Certificate.

Throughout his career in education,  John has directed music groups, composed scores, recorded and published his music, and performed in public at a variety of venues, including church.  After 31 years of classroom teaching and administration, John taught both in-home and online private lessons for over 8 years.

In addition to classical music instruction on the piano,  John loves to teach students how to improvise and compose their own music. He is known for making lessons fun and being flexible with student interests and family schedules.

John lives on Camano Island with his wife, Meg. They've been married for over forty years, with five children and twelve grandchildren.

John teaches out of his studio on Camano Island. 

Tuition Rates: 

Starting at $150/month for weekly 30 minute lessons.