Castle Rock Music

(303) 688-0300 / 429 Wilcox St. Castle Rock, CO

About Our Lessons Our lessons are awesome! Here are some reasons why:

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    Award Winning Faculty & Students

    Over 20 instructors teaching piano, voice, guitar, woodwinds, brass and more.
  • Instruction Studios

    15 Instruction Studios

    Sound reinforced, glass doors, waiting area for parents, located in the heart of historic downtown.
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    Pay-As-You-Go Lessons

    No registration fees and no minimum number of lessons to commit to.
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    Performance Opportunities

    We regularly hold open houses and recitals on our in-store stage.
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    Recording
    Studio

    Pro Tools equipped. Record college audition pieces, songs for friends & family and professional demos.
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Lindsey White
Lindsey White Piano, Voice Lindsey White started piano lessons at age six and has been singing for as long as she could talk (with formal training starting at age 12). She graduated from Butler University (Indianapolis, IN) in 2005 with a degree in Music Education and has been teaching music privately and in the public schools for the last five years. She has travelled around the world singing with the Summit Choral Society (Akron, OH), and has a love for music theory, aural skills, and music history. She is committed to helping her students become well-rounded, quality musicians, and helping them establish a life-long love and enjoyment of music.

Homeschool Families: If you're a homeschool family or have a flexible schedule, ask Lindsey about lesson availability in the morning and early afternoon.

  • Contact Lindsey:
  • (720) 213-8341
Lauren Woodbury
Lauren Woodbury Piano, Voice Lauren is fueled by music and loves sharing that passion with others. She has enjoyed teaching for a number of years and is constantly amazed and thrilled by the potential of her students. Lauren has written and produced a one-woman musical and has performed in a variety of countries including China, Mongolia, and Armenia. She specializes in musical theatre, jazz, pop, gospel and classical styles. She also yodels.
  • Contact Lauren:
  • (720) 532-4898
Whitney Testa
Whitney Testa Piano, Voice Whitney fell in love with music as a small child and has been playing the piano since age five. She began studying voice privately in high school and went on to earn her Bachelor of Music degree in Vocal Performance from the Lamont School of Music at the University of Denver, graduating magna cum laude. Proficient in music theory and vocal pedagogy, Whitney has a passion for teaching ear training and theory to both her piano and voice students. She plays, sings and teaches a variety of styles including classical, musical theater, and pop and warns that her passion for music may be contagious.
  • Contact Whitney:
  • (303) 913-2238
Marguerite Juenemann
Marguerite Juenemann Piano, Voice Marguerite Juenemann has an on-going performance career of 30 years, nominated twice for a Grammy, toured in Benny Goodman's band in the 80's playing prestigious stages nationally and internationally. Her solo career performance experience covers R & B, Folk, Gospel, Bluegrass, Blues and Jazz on stage and in the studio.

Academically, she was a piano/woodwinds major at CU Boulder, having studied both instruments since childhood. Teaching experience covers 18 years at State Universities in the East and Denver, Conservatories in Europe as well as NEC in Boston, teaching not only Jazz and Improvisation but popular styles of music mentioned above.
  • Contact Marguerite:
  • (303) 522-0193
Nick Ehlers
Nick Ehlers Guitar, Banjo, Mandolin Nick Ehlers is a graduate of Metropolitan State College of Denver where he received his Bachelor of Music in Guitar Performance and Composition. He accepts students of all ages, styles and abilities. Nick believes that music is a force that is locked inside of everyone, just waiting for the right time to come out. Through teaching, Nick tries to unlock the music harboring within all of us.

Homeschool Families: If you're a homeschool family or have a flexible schedule, ask Nick about lesson availability in the morning and early afternoon.

  • Contact Nick:
  • (720) 261-3890
Mikee Tiernan
Mikee Tiernan Guitar, Voice Coach

Mikee T has dedicated this life to music. It is his passion and craft. An alumni of The William Paterson College of Music, he is a very well versed and seasoned musician with the ability to teach any style. Having toured extensively with The Motet, Salem, & The Peaceful Warriors; Mikee T can slide in to almost any musical situation and shine. He has shared the stage with a number of great artists including but not limited to: The String Cheese Incident, Charlie Hunter, Maceo Parker, Fred Wesley, Joe Russo (Furthur), Steve Vidaic (Citizen Cope), Marco Benevento, Ivan Neville, Fareed Haque, Jeff Sipe, Leftover Salmon, and many, many more.


He currently resides in the fertile music scene of Denver. In Colorado he performs with his own group Mikee T & Friends, The Heavy Heavies, freelances, and teaches music privately to a myriad of students ranging from age 4 to 67 in all styles of music.
  • Contact Mikee:
  • (303) 570-6605
Chris Webb
Chris Webb Guitar, Voice Coach Chris has been playing the guitar, singing and writing music for over 16 years. His accomplishments include releasing original albums, composing the fight song for Elgin College, and touring across the country. Chris earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music from CU-Boulder and has played with many musicians, from Sister Hazel to Trevor Hall.

Chris works with students of all ages, and is proficient teaching guitar and voice in Pop, Rock, Punk, Blues, R&B, Folk, Country, and Bluegrass. Chris’s gift is the ability to work with a student’s strengths and interests to help them understand the functionality of music, making learning logical and rewarding. Chris is currently accepting new students including daytime availability.

Website: ChrisWebbMusic.com
  • Contact Chris:
  • (720) 227-5700
Bill Fatur
Bill Fatur Guitar Bill teaches electric and acoustic guitar.  Also instructing slide, plectrum, and finger style techniques. All ability levels are welcome. Specializing in the blues.
  • Contact Bill:
  • (303) 947-9320
Josh Bertrand
Joshua Bertrand Guitar Joshua Bertrand has been passionately playing guitar for 20 years and teaching in Castle Rock for seven years. In early 2009, Josh was selected by MTV Networks to film an episode of Made, a show about a coach who helps a teenager achieve her goals and dreams. Josh was chosen to be the coach of a girl who dreamed of being a rock star because of his ability to play guitar, write music, and communicate with kids of all ages.

Josh has played and written music for many bands and has released four albums within the past six years. His current band, Random Hero, was runner up for 106.7 KBPI’s Best Band in Denver contest in 2008. Josh attended Metropolitan State College of Denver focusing his studies on classical guitar and orchestral composition. Josh is currently writing his first instructional book with DVD to be released in 2010. Josh individualizes his lesson plans for each student he teaches. He teaches all levels of guitar from beginning basics to advanced soloing, including live performance, song writing, and CD recordings.

Josh uses the latest versions of ProTools to provide students with the highest level recording and instruction. Josh specializes in all forms of rock music and looks forward to working with you.
  • Contact Joshua:
  • (303) 906 - 2007
Stacy Price
Stacy Price Guitar, Mandolin Earned her BA in Classical Guitar at Bryan College and her MA in Education at Southern Seminary. She has 8 years of teaching experience under her belt. Stacy has a wide range of musical interests. She enjoys teaching Alternative Rock, Folk, Pop and a little bit of Country. She has a large heart for her students, interacting with them to assist their growth as young musicians and whole-persons. Stacy is currently recording her debut album with a producer who works from time to time with the nationally acclaimed Denver band, The Fray.
  • Contact Stacy:
  • (303) 928-9473
James Dumm
James Dumm Guitar/Bass James Dumm has been involved in the Colorado music scene for almost 12 years. He studied guitar privately for seven years. In addition to his own ongoing studies, James has been teaching guitar, bass, and music theory for the last four years. James plays and teaches a variety of styles including rock, blues, heavy metal, jazz, country, classical, and specializes in bottleneck slide guitar.
  • Contact James:
  • (303) 358-8096
Jonathan Huvard
Jonathan Huvard Guitar, Harmonica Originally from Houston, TX, Jonathan has 13 years of playing experience. Jonathan has been playing and teaching professionally all around the Front Range for the last 3 years. Jonathan is proficient in Rock, Funk, R & B, Pop and Country styles. He also specializes in harmonica and song writing.
  • Contact Jonathan:
  • (720) 412-2946
David Tamkin
David Tamkin Guitar, Voice

Dave has a background in classical guitar and piano from DePaul University in Chicago, where he also received a Business Marketing degree. He has 17 years of experience on and off the stage, including 9 years as a nationally touring singer/songwriter.

Dave is a goal oriented instructor and enjoys working with all ages. Focus on Rock, Pop, Punk, Folk, Country and Songwriting. Lessons will be tailored to each students interests; as well as theory, improvisation, and songwriting.


Website: DaveTamkin.com
  • Contact David:
  • (847) 269-6906
Manny Lopez
Manny Lopez Drums Manny has over 10 years of professional experience. His career has placed him in almost every musical situation possible and has led him to perform abroad in places like Mexico, Africa, and Peru while maintaining a consistent working schedule in Colorado. He currently leads two bands (Latin Jazz Project & Orquesta La Salsa) and is one of the most in demand drummer/percussionists in the area. Having studied at the University of Denver he is fluent in all styles of music from Latin styles, rock, jazz, funk & hip hop. Lessons will be structured according to each student and their interests, with a fundamental focus on reading, playing by ear (listening) technique, and improvisation. Manny also teaches Latin percussion (congas, timbales, bongo) All ability levels are welcome!
  • Contact Manny:
  • (303) 818-0554
Eric Low
Eric Low Drums Eric Low is a Denver native, who has been involved in music since a very young age. Eric has been playing professionally and teaching along the front range for the last 5 years. He is a recent graduate from the University of Colorado with a degree in Music Business and Music Performance with an emphasis in Jazz. He is proficient in rock, jazz, funk, latin, and country styles.
  • Contact Eric:
  • (303) 324-6042
Matt Murphy
Matt Murphy Drums Matt turned his habit of beating on desks, chairs, and tables as a kid, into a profession. He has been drumming in the Colorado music scene for over fourteen years, and has had the privilege to tour internationally and open for acts such as Bonnie Raitt, Herbie Hancock, Bobbie McFerrin, Styx (yes, Styx) and many others. With his enthusiasm and experience he specializes in teaching children and young adults the exciting world of percussion and piano. He attended University of Denver in jazz performance and had the opportunity to study with some of the best musicians in the region. He is also a nationally recognized vocal percussionist (beatbox), tuned to the a capella scene and has studied improvisational piano for over a decade. He brings an infectious energy to each lesson that guides and propels his students to their musical potential.
  • Contact Matt:
  • (303) 918-3678
Jason Bower
Jason Bower Trumpet A degreed professional instructing all levels of Trumpet. Specializing in jazz trumpet.
  • Contact Jason:
  • (303) 688-0300
Jeffrey Young
Jeffrey Young Trombone Jeff received a Bachelor of Arts degree of Berklee College of Music in Boston, Mass., and a Master of Music from the University of Colorado, in Boulder, Colo. He has been repeatedly called upon to play with some of the most legendary and revolutionary musicians in the world. Some of those performances include working with: Ray Charles, Natalie Cole, Peaches and Herb, Bobby Vinton, Maria Schneider, The Delfonics, The Manhattans, The Bob Montgomery-Pete Olsted Big Band, and The Creative Music Works Orchestra. Jeff maintains a heavy performance and teaching schedule through out the Denver metro area.
  • Contact Jeffrey:
  • (720) 351-3887
Evan Weigel
Evan Weigel Saxophone Evan graduated from the University of Denver with a degree in music performance in 2005 and has since been performing professionally throughout Colorado and the world. Throughout his career Evan has studied and performed a wide variety of music ranging from classical to rock, pop, jazz, r&b, hip hop and latin music. Evan has a strong music theory background and is capable of playing written music, improvising and playing by ear. Evan is fortunate to have experience teaching music lessons to people of a wide variety of ages and abilities on soprano, alto, tenor and baritone sax as well as clarinet and flute.
  • Contact Evan:
  • (303) 915-3777
Amy Lynn Garcia
Amy Lynn Garcia Clarinet Amy Lynn has been teaching and performing professionally for the past ten years. She has held positions such as Woodwind Technician, Woodwind Section Coach, and Private Instructor at several public schools around the Denver area. Amy Lynn is currently perusing a double degree in Music Performance and Music Education. All ages and abilities accepted.
  • Contact Amy Lynn:
  • (303) 669-5317
Rebekah Priest
Rebekah Priest Piano Rebekah Priest offers diverse playing styles and performance opportunities as well as utilizing a curriculum that involves a variety of teaching methods. A specialized program is available for children ages 3 to 7. Beginner piano is also offered to all ages. Intermediate piano is tailored to each student's interests and goals. Creativity is welcome.

Homeschool Families: If you're a homeschool family or have a flexible schedule, ask Rebekah about lesson availability in the morning and early afternoon.

  • Contact Rebekah:
  • (303) 859-8098
Ryan McCarthy
Ryan McCarthy Piano, Composition, Songwriting, Studio Technology

Ryan teaches everything from Coldplay to Chopin to both children and adults. He earned his Bachelor of Music degree in classical piano from Colorado Christian University and works in the Denver area as a performer, composer, and record producer.

  • Learn to play classical, jazz, rock ...and just about anything else
  • Learn to improvise and play by ear
  • Learn proper technique, music theory, and how to read music
  • Learn to write your own music and songs
  • Learn how to use music software, MIDI, and how to record music
Check Out: Ryan's Lesson Blog

Homeschool Families: If you're a homeschool family or have a flexible schedule, ask Ryan about lesson availability in the morning and early afternoon.

  • Contact Ryan:
  • (303) 902-9076
Kelly Blakeney
Kelly Blakeney Piano, Flute Kelly Blakeney is a professional musician who loves to teach. Her unique gift of combining encouraging, customized instruction as well as utilizing vast experience and training enables her to enjoy students of all abilities and ages (beginning as early as 4). A fundamental teacher, she focuses on the basics including reading music, strong technique, theory and ear training. Holding a BA in Music from the University of Northern Colorado as well as performing and recording both as a soloist and in various ensemble settings such the World Forum (for former Presidents), she knows how to prepare students in all aspects of music while enthusiastically sharing her love for the arts in the process.
  • Contact Kelly:
  • (303) 669-2242
Alan Ogrinz
Alan Ogrinz Violin & Viola Alan is an experienced musician and teacher of all ages and levels. He began playing the violin at age 4 and has performed nationally and internationally. He graduated from the University of Denver with a Bachelor of Music in violin performance.
  • Contact Alan:
  • (720) 381-8018
Mary Anne Ogrinz
Mary Anne Ogrinz Violin Mary Anne Ogrinz is a classically trained violinist but also loves to explore other styles of music. She graduated from the University of Denver with a Bachelor of Arts in music and a minor in psychology. She studied and performed in Milan with one of the most prestigious violin teachers in Italy. Music is a passion in her life and she works to spread that passion through her teaching.
  • Contact Mary Anne:
  • (720) 381-8015