Learn Music, Together!

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Welcome To Your Musical Home…

The Music Circle began in 2017 when Jonathan Olson decided he wanted to provide a music lesson experience he wish he had as a kid.

Growing up, his 30-minute, private, once-a-week music lessons were too short, boring, and uneventful. He wanted to play and write music with other people and be in a band.

At 16, he was invited to Berklee School Of Music where he experienced the power of group format education in classes, learning with and from other students, and the importance of learning and playing music together with other musicians.

Jonathan would later take this college experience and reorganize it into a multi-skill level learning experience for kids and adults.

The Music Circle has taught over 300 students through this specialized method, providing students of all ages and diverse skill levels to not just learn musical skills, but also to shine on stage in front of the most wonderful audiences - your friends, family and peers! What a support to have.

Whether you are looking to learn guitar, bass, drums, voice, piano, or ukulele, The Music Circle is dedicated to seeing you personally reach your highest potential!

Our Staff

Jonathan lives is Everett with his wife and 2 boys. He enjoys coffee, writing music, and teaching. You’ll catch him listening to mixture of Radiohead, Johnny Marr, Deep Sea Diver, and Coldplay.

Jonathan Olson, Founder/Instructor

Linda Crabtree, Admin

Linda has been playing a variety of instruments since she was 9 years old. When she's not playing music she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and baking.

Justin Russo, Instructor

Justin has a wide breadth of experience in both performing and teaching. He enjoy piano and voice, and also loves guitar. You might even catch him at your local winery playing a set!

Clayton Mahalitc, Instructor

Clayton takes great pride and enjoyment in sharing his knowledge of the guitar with those that want to become musicians themselves. He lives in Gold Bar with his wife and 3 pets and spends his time studying his instrument and improving his home.

Instruments We Teach…

Guitar

Bass

Drums

Voice

Piano

Ukulele

Learn Music, Together!

Guitar Lessons Everett Wa

What does “Learn Music, Together!” mean?

Learning Music, Together! is a modern concept of music education blending Group Format Lessons and Performance Based experiences.

By merging these two aspects of music (The Lesson and The Performance) a student is given the opportunity to experience a whole and complete musical education.

While most lessons feature the lesson aspect. We offer experiences that not only provide an inspiring education, but engrain musical concepts, such as:

1. How to play with others

2. Developing confidence to play with and in front people

3. Setting and achieving higher goals for self such as learning a favorite song, writing music, joining a band or trying out for a lead role in a play. All of these are possible because of confidence development.

Learning Music, Together! focuses on instrument knowledge, technique, timing, rhythm, reading, being assigned parts in a song, and playing this together with other students in time. This gives students a deep fulfillment in knowing they are not just learning an instrument, but playing real music, from day one!

Imagine a sports team only ever practicing, without ever playing a game. Pretty ridiculous, right? The “game” for musicians is a playing a concert for family, friends, on a stage, out in a backyard - wherever the music takes you!

How Does The Music Circle Work?

When you join The Music Circle, you are joining a community of musicians dedicated to learning, growing, and having fun with music.

Students are organized into instrument specific classes, working on skill level appropriate activities that help them learn musical concepts (such as chords, vocal range and placement, scales, reading music).

Each student is guided through this level-based curriculum and receives training to ensure they are on track and know what to work on next.

Learned skills are then applied to real songs, so a student can see the big picture of “the why” of what they are learning, and own their part and role inside of it.

Students also have the opportunity to play live in a band. This is by far, the strongest motivator and experience a student can have in their time here.

Is The Music Circle Right For Me or My Child?

You have so many options to choose from now-a-days, finding the right instructor can be a challenge. Learning music takes time, and choosing the right instructor usually determines if a student sticks with it or not.

Most students or parents decide which lessons are right for them solely based on schedule, location, and cost. However, that does not determine the quality of the teacher, the education, nor whether YOU will have a positive or negative experience.

We recommend researching the school’s reputation, attending multiple lessons a week, asking them about their teaching methodology, and see if they have a proven track record producing happy students and families. That’s the true litmus test.

The difference between an okay and a GREAT teacher can make all the difference in the results of the actual lessons and whether you stick with it or not.

Want to visit our studios? Fill out our form below to meet us in person at the studio, take a tour, and go through any questions you have!

Feedback From Parents and Students

  • LeeAnne S.

    “When my son expressed interest in learning guitar, I happened to come across some great reviews for The Music Circle. I was intrigued by the unique teaching approach, which, as I’ve seen in action, really caters to all levels and learning styles. They are kind, patient, and encouraging, and I've really enjoyed watching him bring smiles and confidence out in my 11 year old son. He walks into class in the worst moods some days, but by the end of class, he's beaming with pride and excitement. I can't thank The Music Circle enough for the positive energy he’s brought to my son’s life.” -

  • Becky H.

    “Jonathan is the ultimate professional, who is incredibly approachable and wonderful with my daughter. He is patient and really wants his students to love what they are doing. He encourages growth, but also focuses on making sure his students recognize their inner strengths. I highly recommend him for your music lessons - you won't regret it.”

  • Kara L.

    “The Music Circle is such a wonderful way to learn music. They really know how to connect with him, engaging on his level, and builds his knowledge and confidence at each session… Picking a teacher to introduce music into your child's life is a big decision and I give The Music Circle my highest praise and would recommend them to any parent.”

  • Sean S.

    “After years as an oft-frustrated, on-again off-again guitar player (and taker of guitar lessons from many teachers), I signed up with The Music Circle in hopes of a fresh new approach. I have not been disappointed! I am very happy with the instruction and with the improvement in my guitar playing. I look forward to my lessons. I highly recommend The Music Circle.”

  • Bob D.

    Learning the guitar isn't easy, but it can be amazing when it's passion sharing not drudgery. The Music Circle experience has been just that: passion and love for music. I feel like I'm getting a top notch professional coaching experience rather than just "Lessons." My dream has always been to be able to jam with my friends and family who play, but I never thought I had the gift of music. The Music Circle has given me that gift, to my own surprise I keep getting better.

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FAQ

  • Much like school and college, our students learn and play together in classes. They are provided individual training, challenges, and feedback in every class from our trained instructors. We do not offer traditional private lessons.

  • If you’ve even been part of a classroom experience, yes! Group lessons take the pressure off you as the individual to learn the necessary skills in front of a professional and simultaneously develop your personal confidence over time. Plus, it’s fun to be a part of a supportive community and play music with other people. You’re a part of the band! How cool is that?

  • We have many classes times and days. Our general schedule runs Monday through Friday after 4PM. Contact to learn more about the schedule.

  • You get what you pay for. A cheap lesson creates poor results, which creates a frustrated student, and ultimately, a quitter. We have number of different memberships to accommodate different budgets and schedules for you and/or your family.

  • All songs are comprised of common skills and techniques, that must work together in order to play music. Many of our students, after learning these skills and techniques in songs, are able to learn their songs on their own.