Music 1st

Music 1st

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A community based music school for children, adults, and families—anyone serious about music.

Whether you're just looking to learn to play, need music as your therapy, or looking for next level serious music instruction, we got you! Music 1st currently meets inside of the studio of The Tuned In Academy. Music 1st does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual o

06/13/2026

Got a young person passionate about music and wanting to take things to the next level? Caleb, who is almost always on a waitlist, had a few spots that just opened up, and they won't last long! Guitar, piano, songwriting!

Caleb is a life-long music student, performer, composer, and educator with a variety of musical interests and over eight years professional experience working in different musical roles, including six years as a private music teacher and four years teaching music for 4-12 year-olds at a public school. While committed to excellence, Caleb brings a down-to-earth, friendly attitude to his lessons.

From Caleb:

“One of my highest priorities is building positive relationships with students. I bring a smile to all my lessons and bring out the joy and fun of learning and making music. A safe, positive atmosphere inspires students to feel comfortable as they learn, take musical risks, make mistakes, express themselves, and explore the wonder and beauty of music.”

Caleb started studying piano with a private instructor as a kid and enjoyed composing original songs on the family spinet from a young age. He trained and performed as a percussionist, drummer, and vocalist in the 3-time State Champion Band and Chorus program at his high school and performed in the yearly musical theater shows. As a teenager, Caleb also picked up guitar and began recording original songs. He went on to complete a Bachelor of Arts in Music degree, studying voice and taking piano and guitar classes. Caleb is currently working on a Master of Music Production degree from the renowned Berklee College of Music, studying under such accomplished producers as David Bendeth (Breaking Benjamin, Paramore, Vertical Horizon) and Enrique Gonzalez Müller (Kronos Quartet, Joan Baez, Los Amigos Invisibles). Caleb has had the honor of producing projects for a handful of artists since 2020.

Since moving to Olympia in December 2022, Caleb has enjoyed connecting with local musicians and serving the community in any way possible. He has volunteered as a songwriting mentor with The Bridge Music Program, tested out new songs at Rhythms Coffee open mic nights, performed at the Olympia Farmers Market, and taught private music lessons. In his spare time, Caleb enjoys playing table-top games, cooking, marveling at the trees and water, surfing, and hanging out at coffee shops.

Hear one of Caleb's newest tracks that he co-wrote with Jenna (our co-founder) in the comments below.

06/10/2026

Ah, the soothing sounds of acoustic guitar. And by the way, Micah's got a brand new Guitar Lab for Beginners starting up this summer perfect for kids 9 and up, affordable, fun, and community oriented! Class starts right after the July 4th holiday so enroll now!

06/09/2026

Guitar Lab with Micah starts in just a few weeks! Now. Is the time to enroll!

06/08/2026

Music lessons aren't just for music. They are for life. Same with music. Music isn't just about music, it's about life.

06/06/2026

Excited to be welcoming Josh to the team! Josh will be teaching guitar, bass, and ukulele in our Olympia studio soon on Wednesdays, and at our new satellite studio in Parkland! If you know anyone in the Parkland, Lakewood, or surrounding areas looking to learn, tell them to hit us up!

Josh Goering is a multi-instrumentalist (guitar, ukulele, bass, voice and a little piano) with 32 years of playing and 27 years of teaching experience. Starting at 12, Josh studied guitar and music theory with multiple excellent teachers, most notably Ray Dodd, Dr. Buckland, Dr. Moskovitz, Christopher Berg and Dr. John Fitz Rogers. Josh studied jazz guitar in a summer program at Berklee school of music, and also studied classical guitar, music theory and composition for two years at University of South Carolina. Josh has performed all over the US and Europe multiple times, had his playing featured in a few TV shows, commercials and independent movies and recorded on over 10 albums with different bands (Abney Park, Xanther, The Sinators...)

"When I started taking lessons at 12 it changed my life. I hope to be able to bring that same experience to my own students. I love working with absolute beginners because witnessing them discover playing an instrument for the first time is the most rewarding experience I have as a teacher and as a musician. I tailor my lessons to each student and their individual goals. I’m more than happy to take it slow with an adult student who might not have much time to practice, or really push when I have a student that is ready for it. Whatever your goals are with music, I look forward to helping you on your journey with tons of patience and hopefully a few laughs along the way!"

06/05/2026
THE LITTLE BOPPERS: Big Beats for Little Feet | Music Class for Ages 3–5 06/04/2026

Parents:

(1) Watch
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(3) Sign up. Your kids are NOT going to want to sleep on this!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIQCvN4yGEA&t=4s

The Little Boppers is a high-energy music class for kids ages 3 to 5 where little musicians clap, stomp, shake, dance, and discover their first big beat through rhythm, movement, live music, and playful characters.

About "The Big Bopper"

Brian Kahn, also known as The Big Bopper, has been playing woodwinds for over 50 years and brings a lifetime of music, creativity, and entertainment experience to his teaching. A music instructor, performer, and award-winning writer for Nickelodeon, FOX, and NBC, Brian combines musicianship, storytelling, comedy, and high-energy fun to help young kids take their first steps into the world of music. Through The Little Boppers, Brian creates a playful, welcoming class where children can clap, stomp, shake, laugh, and discover their own big beat.

THE LITTLE BOPPERS: Big Beats for Little Feet | Music Class for Ages 3–5 Welcome to THE LITTLE BOPPERS, a high-energy music class for kids a...

06/04/2026

Summer semester is just over a month away! Moms, Dads, you are not going to want your kids/teens to miss Guitar Lab with Micah! Enroll now! Or parents with littles, you are not going to want to miss Brian's Little Boppers!

Enroll now!

Moms and Dad's of little kiddos, you are not going to want to miss this class launching this July with Brian!

The Little Boppers is a 30-minute music education class designed as a first entry point into the world of music. Built around live saxophone and flute, rhythm games, percussion instrument play, movement, and a couple of original characters that make the whole thing feel like a party, it gives young kids a joyful, structured introduction to musical concepts before they ever pick up an instrument.

Ages 3-5

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202 Phoenix Street NE
Olympia, WA
98506

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 7pm
Sunday 11am - 7pm