About Us!
Tonic Echo Studios is a Portland-based music studio who is small but mighty, and growing in size. Teaching is a big part of our philosophy. We believe in community-based learning in a fun and supportive environment. In offering both individual lessons and band practices, we put an emphasis on the engagement and growth of our young musicians.
Additionally, Tonic Echo Studios provides all-inclusive services for local artists and aspiring musicians. We pride ourselves on being a studio who are always giving people opportunities to learn and grow. Our goal is to create an encouraging and people-driven music community, where all are welcome.
Pete Wilson
Owner/Teacher
With a degree in Music and Composition, Pete has over 15 years of teaching experience. He enjoys basketball, hiking, and getting caught in the Portland rain. He also has half a brain, so don’t worry. He’s totally qualified to teach your younglings. Just don’t ask him to teach yoga! He’s not into it.
Arjun Ramaswamy
Student Teacher
Arjun has over 7 years of piano experience. He enjoys joining Laura on the trolling couch and writing sonnets to the TES air purifier. His best friend is Frank, the studio’s fake plant and his favorite show is “The Good Place,” because it’s the only show he’s ever watched. He’ll always have a witty remark to make you laugh.
Connie Wilson
Business Manager
Chris Carlson
Artist Manager/Graphic Artist
As a Live Sound Engineer, Musician, and Artist Manager, Chris picked up the guitar at age 14 and has been playing for over 30 years. He owns a ridiculous number of guitars in his arsenal, and while having an actual job as a Principal Engineer at Intel, he prefers to slum it with us musician folk. Absolutely shreds the bass.
