Joi Wyman

Joi Wyman

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Offers online services

About

My college eductation was Keyboard Theory with a minor in accounting. Right out of college I began teaching private lessons, then did a bit in charter schools, churches, and in 1995 set up my own studio. I had the privilege of teaching amazing students, among them being students with brain injuries, brain trauma, strokes, ADHD, etc. The achievements they accomplished went far beyond just playing the piano. For one, I wathced their reading in school go from 100 words per minute to 390 wpm (400 being average). Their therapists and doctors were amazed, giving some of the credit to learning to play music.

After taking a few years off, I am back teaching private lessons and would love to have the privilege of teaching you.

The thing I enjoy about teaching music is watching students achieve things they didn't think they could achieve. When the "light" comes on, their face lights up, and they play pieces they never thought they would be able to play, or something about theory suddenly makes total sense! That is so rewarding for me! I love seeing their confidence grow and watch them out perform themselves!


Highlights

29 years in business
Serves Portland , OR
Offers online services

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Cody W.

Joi is a wonderful teacher! She is great at seeing how you’re learning and teaching to fit your needs! I produce beats and music. Learning theory from her is a big part of the reason that I am able to that!
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March 27, 2020

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Judy K.

Joi is positive and patient. She works with her students at their own pace.
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March 19, 2020

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Carrie O.

I took lessons from Joi for 8 amazing years, starting at 7 years old as a complete beginner. This was such a formative part of my childhood! I still remember the day when it all “clicked,” and that set me off on a lifelong love for piano and all things music- I believe I have Joi to thank for that! She knew I liked ragtime music before I even knew I did, and used that for my advantage by helping me select songs that were fun & challenging for me and also fit my style. She also included theory in every single lesson, which I am so grateful for. I learned a lot over those years that has carried over into my adult life in many ways. I still look back fondly on those times, and would absolutely recommend Joi as a teacher any day!
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March 18, 2020

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Mikkayla B.

Joi is a wonderful teacher!! She is very good at drawing out your strengths as a musician and pinpointing areas that need extra encouragement. As one of her previous students I can say that she was instrumental in preparing me to perform and audition successfully, go on to study music in college, and have my own successful teaching practice. As a teacher myself now, I can even more appreciate how she taught me as an individual - she didnt use a one size fits all lesson plan - she tailored each lesson to what I needed to achieve my goals. Joi has so much to offer as a teacher and very practical application methods. She is very engaging and encouraging, and she will challenge you to go beyond what you think youre able to do.
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March 15, 2020

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Trinity

I used to have her as a piano teacher years ago and I really liked how she found a piano method that worked for me and she was also really patient with me as I was learning the songs.
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March 15, 2020

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Diane O.

Joi was encouraging, warm, reliable and talented. She was observant and perceptive of my children’s strengths while continuing to focus on some of the aspects they struggled with. My kids always looked forward to music lessons with Joi. She was a huge impact on my daughters life. She helped her to love playing piano, conquer her fear of performing and increased her love music. I would and have recommended Joi as a piano teacher to all ages and levels.
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March 13, 2020

Frequently asked questions

In your first lesson I will do an assesment on how you learn. We all learn differently and I teach each student in the way  they learn best. That means that I don't use the same method for every student. Traditional rote isn't for everyone, just as Suzuki isn't for everyone. We will figure out together what your learning strengths are and find the correct method for your strengths. 

Keyboard Theory major/Accounting minor

Jackson College of Ministries

My prices area s a follows: 30% discount, due to COVID-19

30 minute lesson = $45-30%=$32

45 minute lesson = $55-30%=$39

60 minute lesson = $60-30%=$42

payments are prepaid each month by debit/credit cards, Venmo, or cash. 

I began teaching private lessons right out of college

 Elementry, middle schoolers, high school, college, all ages

People who have had brain injuries, brain trauma, strokes, etc.

I have had preschool classes in the past, but I am taking students no younger than 6 at this time.

Be comfortable with the teacher you hire. 


Services offered

Piano