Welcome!
Explore, create, and connect;
Supporting your courage to create,
and find joy in your music.
One moment at a time.
Hello
I brought my old ukulele to class — the one my son left behind when he moved out — and I didn’t think I could play a note. But Marc didn’t laugh or rush. He just smiled and said, ‘Let’s see what it remembers.’ That first chord sounded better than I expected.
Harriet
Hey there, I’m Marc —
I’m a music teacher, songwriter, and many things in around and between; a soul who believes in slowing down, making space for joy, and helping people find their rhythm — in music, and in life.
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to the quiet magic of music.
When I was a kid, my mom and I agreed I'd take piano lessons until I was 15, even though I wanted to play guitar — when that 15th birthday came, I was off to the music store! There I picked out my first guitar, a blue Art & Lutherie I named Ol’ Blue. I've kept Blue, something about playing it brings me back, muscle memory- tone, smell, all of it kind of takes me back to where I started. Piano has that same effect, thanks mom.
Since then, I’ve played piano on stages and guitar on back porches. I’ve hosted workshops for musicians, and I’ve sat beside students learning their first chord. I’ve taught travelers in Cape Town, curious neighbors in the Philippines; and many wonderful folks in my home area of Central Oregon.
And no matter the setting, the story is the same:
Music brings us home to ourselves.
This space — Don’t Fret: Music with Marc — is my way of making that home visible, and accessible.
A place to play, learn, explore… and just be.
There’s no race to the top. No pressure to perform.
Just a steady invitation to keep going.
So whether you’re here to strum along, find a new practice rhythm, or simply touch your instrument each day — you’re right on time.
Welcome to the community.
Let’s make something beautiful.
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Community Moments and Events
This is where music comes to life — through shared time, simple gatherings, and small steps forward.
Whether it’s a workshop, an open mic, or a quiet meetup in the park, each moment here is part of the story we’re writing together.
Check the calendar below for upcoming opportunities to connect, play, learn, or just be part of something creative. Everyone is welcome — come as you are, bring what you have, and don’t fret… we’ll figure it out together.
If you have a local event or gathering you'd like to see listed, feel free to get in touch to be featured here!