Everything About Music In Portland

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Over the next few minutes we will all be going on a deep dive into everything about music in Portland. Obviously this is a really broad topic but we will do our best to share as much info as possible while still getting you out of here quickly.

Jumping head first into the best musical instrument stores in your area seems like a logical place to start. We will even include different lists for where to buy guitars and the top drum shops in town and while some may quibble about which store should go in which list we will do our best to get things sorted out for you.

Where to get a broken instrument repaired will follow that up. There are many repair companies that can tune a piano, repair a guitar, or work on all varieties of band instruments.

Once all the instrument talk is out of the way we will pivot to local music classes and lessons for kids or adults before moving on to stores for music lovers that sell vintage CD’s and records. You can find numerous places to be entertained at the best concert halls and live music venues near you.

Bars and restaurants with live music will get a shout out as well. A discussion about the Portland music calendar wouldn’t be complete without mentioning some great festivals and events either.

At the end we will share a map to help you find these stores or venues, and you are all welcome to read more about the scene in some other towns around the Pacific Northwest if interested.

Portland Musical Instrument Stores

The best musical instrument stores near you would be:

Beacock Music is a huge center with a cafe offering a myriad of classes plus instrument rentals, sales, and repairs.

Trade Up Music is one of the best spots to buy, sell, and trade guitars, drums, mics, keyboards, and amps.

Sheet music, guitars, and other instruments in your area including pianos, violins, speakers, amplifiers, and headsets from Fender, Yamaha, Martin, Taylor, Roland, and much more are all provided at Music Company who also gives great local lessons.

3 Tracks Music offers guitar and amplifier service and repairs as well as diagnostics and written appraisals in addition to buying and selling fretter stringed instruments, amps, and pedals.

Mir Music in Hillsboro carries most string, brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments as well as electronic keyboards and offer rental services and music lessons.

For a vast assortment of new, used, and customer-owned instruments on-site and in their neighboring warehouse head to Wally’s Music in Oregon City.

Steinway & Sons in Lake Oswego is a qualityretailer that offers a vast selection of new and used pianos including grand and upright models as well as piano repair services.

Portland Music Company specializes on guitars, keyboards, sound and recording equipment, and lessons in Berwyn.

Where To Buy Guitars

If you are specifically trying to buy a guitar or guitar accessories check out:

You can buy premium electric and acoustic guitars near you along with amps, effects, and accessories at Centaur Guitar.

Guitar Center is home to one of the largest selections of popular guitars, basses, amplifiers, keyboards, workstations, drums, percussions, microphones, PA systems, DJ equipment, stage lighting, recording software, studio gear, and more.

Beacock Music, Trade Up Music, Music Company, and 3 Tracks Music from our top list are also good places to buy high quality guitars in Portland. We mentioned Mir Music, Wally’s Music and Steinway & Sons.

Drum Shops Near You

And for the best drum shops visit:

Revival Drum Shop is one of the premier sellers of vintage and custom drums and percussions plus they offer rentals, repairs, and lessons in your area. A fine assortment of snare, African, acoustic and electronic, cymbals, and hardware can be found at Rhythm Traders.

Cedar Mountain Drums makes and sells Native American style drums and carries rattles, flutes, and crafts but you need to make an appointment before you head over.

African and handmade drums from Ghana and other countries, clothing, CD’s, artwork, and masks are available at Anansi Beat.

Earlier we linked you to Mir Music and Steinway & Sons

Instrument Repairs

You can get quality instrument repair services in Portland at:

Fret Works’ services include restrings, tuning, set ups, fret leveling, refretting, crack repairs, custom inlays, finish touch up, and complete refinishing.

Eastside is a full service guitar and fretted instrument repair shop near you offering restrings, adjustments, hardware tightening, fingerboard oiling and cleaning, polishing, replacement, and pickups.

Repairs and custom builds for acoustic and electric guitars are provided at The 12th Fret where they also offer services for guitars, bass, mandolins, banjos, dobros, dulcimer, and three string cigar boxes.

Electronic modifications, repairs, and custom synthesizers and amps are the specialties of Sick String.

Classical and Flamenco Guitar Luthier Repair Shop is known for building, repairing, and restoring local guitars and other acoustic musical instruments plus they also provide other services like fret work, crack repairs, French polish restoration, and complete overhaul.

Barrett Guitar Repair is a full service instrument repair shop in Lake Oswego that specializes in set ups, fret work, fret dressing, restorations, and modifications of acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass, mandolin, and banjos.

Other places that we have mentioned throughout the post that also offer instrument repair include Steinway & Sons Portland.

Music Lessons

Taking music lessons at these schools can level up your game in a hurry:

Eliason School of Music offers private piano, guitar, violin, cello, and voice lessons as well as free recitals and family discounts.

School of Rock has programs that combine one on one lessons with group band rehearsals and students can even put on live performances at local venues.

For those interested taking guitar, ukulele, voice, piano, or songwriting classes Adrian’s Music School provides private and group lessons along with music theory and improvisation for adults and kids of all ages.

Vesper School of Music offers personalized lessons in a variety of instruments using their unique approach to music instruction. They cover piano, guitar, ukulele, and violin with some of Portland’s most renowned music teaching professionals.

Music theory, ear training, improvisation, sight reading, technique, solfege, composition, and rhythm are the eight learning areas emphasized at Hoffman Academy who specialize in music lessons, classes, and workshops for adults and children.

Learn Guitar PDX has private guitar, bass, and ukulele classes up and running. They are known for offering a balanced curriculum that emphasizes strong fundamentals and allows students to explore their musical inspirations.

Bach to Rock in Hillsboro teaches guitar, piano, drums, voice, DJ, violin, trumpet, and more and provides music lessons for students of all ages and skill levels.

Guitar, piano, drum, voice, ukulele, and music theory lessons are available at American Guitar Academy.

Terra Tone Music has individual instruction, classes, ensembles, and performance opportunities for students of all skill levels, interests, and goals.

Oregon City Music Academy provides lessons for kids as well as classical training and the Suzuki method.

At the Oregon City School of Music you can get private instruction for the guitar, ukulele, mandolin, bass, piano, saxophone, flute, voice, and songwriting plus they do group classes and ensembles.

Individualized piano lessons from an experienced teacher and classically trained musician in person or online for students of all ages and skill levels can be found with Piano Possibilities Music Studio.

There are in-person and online music classes for students of all ages at School of Rock combining one-on-one drum, bass, keyboard, vocal, and guitar lessons with group rehearsals.

Hogan Music Studio offers piano, voice, and oboe lessons for children and adults.

Lake Oswego Guitar is a good option for guitar and music instruction for all ages and skill levels.

High quality rock, pop, and country music lessons in West Linn are available at Youth Music Project for where they also provide tuition assistance, instrument rentals, and exceptional state-of-the-art performance opportunities.

Absolute Music Lessons in West Linn is a good place to take private piano, guitar, bass, drums, violin, viola, cello, double bass, recorder, flute, piccolo, voice, clarinet, alto, soprano and tenor saxophones, banjo, and mandolin lessons.

Local music lessons for all ages in voice, piano, ukulele, and more including show choirs, musical theater vocals, and pop choir are available with.

At Milwaukie School of Guitar you can try the lessons in guitar, piano, ukulele, voice, electric bass, upright bass, banjo, and mandolin.

Harmony Road Music Center of Oregon features group sessions and parental engagement that provide a rich environment for developing many abilities and their curriculum is piano-based and provides motivating materials and enjoyable hands-on activities meant to develop the whole kid.

Top quality guitar lessons in a formal setting are what you get with Michael Backus Guitar Studio.

Music Lessons Near Me is a Portland-based company that specializes in private music lessons, group music lessons, and community classes.

Nozomi Music School in Sherwood provides top quality piano lessons in a formal setting.

Other places that we have mentioned throughout the post that are a great place to take music lessons are Mir Music, Beacock Music, Trade Up Music, Steinway & Sons Portland, and Portland Music Company.

CD & Record Stores

Live music lessons near you Portland vintage CD record stores

Some of our favorite stores for local music lovers with lots of vintage CD’s and records are:

Music Millennium’s collection of new and used vinyl records, CD’s, and LP’s span multiple genres and they also have one of the largest selections of DVD’s and blu rays in town.

Some of 2nd Avenue’s featured genres include rock, jazz, soul, funk, rap, blues, reggae, 60’s, metal, and punk.

You can sell your old music equipment or even buy new ones at Crossroads Music where they also have records, posters, and stereo gear.

Portland Live Music Venues

These Portland live music venues are great places to see a concert or performance:

Revolution Hall offers one of the best views of the city as well as show and event nights starting at 5pm.

Home baked breads, desserts, and pastries as well as cocktails and wines are offered along with live music at Al’s Den.

The Jack London Revue is a speakeasy style basement jazz club featuring an array of acts. Live music, rock shows, cabarets, and karaoke are all hosted at Dante’s.

The Walters Cultural Arts Center is a visual arts and performance facility that is home to a 200 seat performance and event space, art galleries, and five art classroom studios.

Venetian Hillsboro is an event venue in a 19th-century historic building featuring live music performances and private dining.

The Foundry offers wedding venue space, corporate venue space, event space, private party space, and live music.

Fun Restaurants With Entertainment

Have a nice meal and enjoy good music at these restaurants:

Doug Fir Lounge is known for its local indie music shows. Events on Wednesday and trivia on Sunday plus regular live blues on weekends are all available at Mock Crest Tavern.

Clyde’s Prime Rib Restaurant hosts live jazz, blues, funk, and R&B in addition to serving hearty prime ribs, lobsters, cocktails, and much more. Many people enjoy the live jazz entertainment at Wifi’s Restaurant as well as their American cuisine and craft cocktails.

Copper River Restaurant & Bar is a comfy locale serves up scratch made food alongside a large selection of craft beers and local wines with live music in Hillsboro.

The Wild Hare Saloon OC serves American pub cuisine and artisan beers as well as live music in a relaxed atmosphere.

For a fun brunch and dinner spot with seed-to-plate menu options ranging from sweet to savory, espresso, and craft beverages along with live music in Oregon City visit The Hive Social.

Nineteen33 participates in the Stockholm jazz festival every year in addition to offering Swedish and central European food and beverages, craft and commercial wines, and non-alcoholic alternatives.

Five O Three is a comfortable stop with industrial characteristics that serves pizza, spaghetti, steaks, and beverages as well as live music in West Linn.

For a unique red-toned restaurant that serves an Italian meals and features live jazz music and jazz-themed paintings on the walls visit Arrivederci Wine & Jazz.

Clancy’s is a laid-back brick-lined Irish tavern that serves an everyday bar cuisine, draft beer, quiz nights, and live music in Sherwood on weekends.

Bars With Live Music

Plus there are bars that play live music too:

Live acts and DJ’s are hosted at The GoodFoot where they also have pool tables, bar food, and beers on tap.

Laurelthirst Public House is a bustling pub with craft brews and American chow such as sandwiches and salads as well as some of the best live music in your area.

Live jazz music is hosted at the 1905 where they serve artisan pizza and craft cocktails in an intimate setting.

The Waypost is a quaint combination of a coffeehouse, bar, and performance venue that features frequent live music and serves delicious food and drinks.

Craft beers on tap, bottles, and take home growlers are provided at The Big Legrowlski as well as live bands, DJ’s, open jams, and nightly shows.

Coyote’s Bar & Grill is a local favorite featuring live music on occasion and a standard American pub menu of pizza, burgers, and steak.

For a compact relaxed nightclub featuring live blues and other music in Oregon City along with basic food and drinks go check out Trail’s End Saloon.

Same Old New Gemini Bar & Grill is a long-standing pub serving American fare features a dance floor, regular live-music, and events in Lake Oswego.

Ale & Cider House is the largest private venue space in West Linn for special events and social gatherings where you can enjoy fresh craft beer, cider, and wine.

Nightly entertainment, old school beers, elegant handcrafted cocktails, fine wines, and much more can be found at McMenamins.

Duffy’s Pub serves upgraded comfort food and drinks in a lively setting complete with a front terrace, karaoke, televised sports, and live music in Milwaukie.

Music Festivals In Your Area

And finally for the top music festivals near you:

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Enjoy The Portland Local Music Scene

Well guys, we tried cover as much as we possibly could. You read about the best musical instrument stores, drum and guitar shops, instrument repair services, where to go for lessons, vintage CD and record stores, concert halls and other live music venues like bars and restaurants, plus the best festivals near you.

Anyone that is still here probably knows bit about the local music scene themselves. If so feel free to tell us if we got anything incorrect, if we left any cool spots out, or just share your own thoughts in the comments at the end of the post. Now go have fun enjoying the music in Portland.

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