Lindsie Reitz

About Lindsie Reitz: 

Lindsie first began singing and playing instruments around the age of ten. Singing was her first love followed by guitar, songwriting and piano.  Lindsie began recording original songs in local studios in her late teenage years and then formed her first band shortly after. In 2006 she was labeled “Sweetheart of the Rodeo” by Willamette Week. 

Lindsie teaches voice, guitar, piano, ukulele and songwriting. She has co-written original songs with people from all over the world in person as well as on zoom. She is also deeply rooted in the music business and has worked as a talent buyer and booking agent for over a decade connecting musicians to local venues for live performance opportunities. 

What is your teaching philosophy?

My way of teaching is from an organic approach. I like to offer the student the freedom to choose what they want to learn based on what they are inspired by. Then together, we create simple goals to attain what exactly it is that they want to learn based on their musical intention. This approach makes it more enjoyable because then they will actually want to practice on their own time as well as gain the courage to perform what they are learning on stage in a public setting. 

How long have you been teaching music? At Youth Music Project?

I have been teaching music since 2010 and joined YMP during Winter 2024. I learned of YMP through one of your instructors, Tate Peterson aka Tater. 

What is your favorite thing about teaching music?

My favorite thing about teaching music is watching the student understand what they are learning and then seeing the smile on their face. I enjoy working with others. Teaching music is rewarding for me because I am very passionate about making my own music! Sharing my knowledge and enthusiasm as an instructor is both worthwhile and gratifying.

What do you expect of your students in classes/lessons?

What I expect of my students in classes/lessons is to understand that learning something new takes time and commitment. Some things will come quickly while other things will take more time to sink in. It’s like learning a new language and they will need to develop muscle memory. Showing up is the first step and having the desire to want to do it. The confidence will come when they feel a sense of accomplishment. Together we can create a plan for their practice time outside of the classroom. When people are a part of the decision making process then they are more likely to follow through. Once it becomes a routine then the results will come!