Castle Rock Music: Lessons

David Tamkin Guitar Dave has a background in classical guitar and piano from DePaul University in Chicago, where he also received a Business Marketing degree. He has 15 years of experience on and off the stage, including 7 years as a nationally touring singer/songwriter. Dave is a goal oriented instructor and enjoys working with all ages. Focus on Rock, Pop, Folk, and Songwriting. Lessons will be tailored to each students interests; as well as theory, improvisation, and songwriting. Please call or email. Available for lessons: ### (847) 269 - 6906

Daniel J. Both Guitar Seven years experience, beginner and intermediate, acoustic and electric guitar with a focus on song writing. Currently a student of Colorado State University. Available for lessons: W, Th, Fri (303) 507 - 6460

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. Available for lessons: W – S (303) 947 - 9320

Joshua Bertrand Guitar Six years of teaching and 16 years of playing experience. Josh is currently attending Metro State College for classical guitar performance. Specializing in all forms of rock. Available for lessons: M – S (303) 906 - 2007

Chris Lambert Guitar Chris Lambert is a guitarist and composer currently living in Denver, Colorado. Chris received his Bachelor of Music Degree, with a focus in jazz guitar performance from the University of Denver. He plays and teaches in many styles, primarily jazz, rock, funk and folk. All levels are welcome. Available for lessons: ### (847) 691 - 1825

Jamie Lynn Lombardo Guitar/Voice With years of experience in voice, guitar, and studio work, Jamie is currently working on completing her Bachelor of Music Education degree with emphasis on voice and composition at Metropolitan State College of Denver. She studies voice under the direction of Professor Erik Angerhofer and guitar under the direction of Professor Jeffery LaQuatra. She is an active member of CMEA and is qualified to teach technique, proper breathing and posture, theory, sight-reading, and ear-training. She is accepting all students with a passion for music. Available for lessons: ### (303) 513 - 7742

Dwight Thompson Guitar/Bass Dwight Thompson graduated from the Lamont School of Music at the University of Denver with a BM in Jazz and Commercial Music Performance. With over 10 years of professional experience performing all styles of music, Dwight is now teaching beginning to advanced electric and acoustic bass as well as beginning guitar lessons. Available for lessons: ### (303) 525 - 0574

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. Available for lessons: Tues, Th, F, Sat (303) 358 - 8096

Ian Hutchison Bass/Guitar Ian was voted most unique in his high school class. One of Colorado's busiest bass players, he has performed in Japan, England, and Argentina, as well as throughout the United States. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Denver with a degree in music performance in 2006. Ian specializes in jazz, bluegrass, rock, funk, and blues, and is also proficient in tango, country, salsa, and classical bass. He performs 5 to 7 nights a week in the Denver area, on both upright and electric basses. In lessons Ian emphasizes the fundamentals of music theory and ear training, giving his students the tools they need to learn songs from recordings (by themselves!) and to compose their own music. Available for lessons: M, Tu (720) 289 - 0252

Nathan Rike Drums Ten years experience including local performance and recording. Several years of private study on snare drum and drum set. Pursuing a Music B.A. at Metro State College. Available for lessons: T - F (720) 951 - 2188

Manny Lopez Drums Manny has fifteen years of experience in latin percussion and all latin styles. Contemporary styles include: funk, jazz, and hip-hop. B.M. from the University of Denver. All ability levels. Available for lessons: M, W (303) 818 - 0554

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. Available for lessons: Th (303) 324 - 6042

Jason Bower Trumpet A degreed professional instructing all levels of Trumpet. Specializing in jazz trumpet. Available for lessons: M - S (303) 688 - 0300

Eric Bernhardt Saxophone, Flute Eric has 15 years of professional playing experience and a B.M. from the University of Denver. From basics to bebop, Eric specializes in jazz improvisation, music theory, and composition. Available for lessons: M, Tu, S (303) 589 - 0890

Amy Medina Clarinet Amy has been teaching and performing professionally for the past eight years. She has held positions such as Woodwind Technician, Woodwind Section Coach, and Private Instructor at several public schools around the Denver area. Amy is currently attending the Metropolitan State College of Denver. All ages and abilities accepted. Available for lessons: M (303) 669 - 5317

Rishona Hatcher Flute Rishona Hatcher has taught and performed as a flutist in New York City and throughout Colorado for the past 7 years. She is currently the high school Orchestra Director for Mapleton Public Schools in Denver and holds a B.M.E. from Metropolitan State College. She teaches and is currently accepting all ages and levels of flute students. Available for lessons: W (720) 854 - 5366

Rebekah Priest Piano Rebekah has taught children’s classes for two years, with years of playing experience. Rebekah is a child specialist and will start students as young as 3 years old as long as they know their ABC’s. Available for lessons: W, Th, F (303) 859 - 8098

Amanda J. Dove Piano, Voice Amanda believes that understanding music can enrich anyone's life, so she loves working with students of all ages and abilities and incorporates music theory and listening skills into her lessons. She has a bachelor's degree in vocal performance with a minor in piano, and has been playing and singing for 20 years. Available for lessons: M - Sat (303) 596 - 3143

Ryan McCarthy Piano Ryan McCarthy enjoys teaching everything from Bach to the Beatles to both children and adults. He earned his Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance from Colorado Christian University and has worked in the Denver area as both a performer and arranger. He is equally at home in classical, jazz and pop. Ryan's students get trained in a mix of technique, sight-reading and listening skills (including improvising and playing by ear). He is excited to schedule your lesson time! Available for lessons: M, F (303) 902 - 9076

Eliza Bertolin Voice & Piano Eliza has been teaching and performing in the Denver area for the past six years. She began studying piano at the age of 4, and is currently studying voice under Professor MB Krueger. She is completing her Bachelor of Music Education degree at Metropolitan State College of Denver where she is actively involved as a member of CMEA and MTNA. She is qualified to teach all aspects of music education including theory, technique, improvisation, ear-training, and sight-reading and will develop an individualized curriculum based on the individual student’s needs. Available for lessons: F, Sat. (720) 933 - 3230

Kelly Blakeney Piano Kelly is a professional musician who loves to teach. With over 20 years experience, her unique gift of combining encouraging, customized instruction with her vast experience & training enables her to enjoy students of all abilities and ages (beginning as early as 4). Holding a BA in Music from the University of Northern Colorado as well as performing & recording both as a soloist and in various ensemble settings such as The World Forum (for former Presidents), she knows how to prepare students in all aspects of music while enthusiastically sharing her love for music in the process. Available for lessons: ### (303) 669 - 2242

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. Available for lessons: Tu, Th (720) 381 - 8018

Mary Ann 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. Available for lessons: ### (720) 381 - 8015

Castle Rock Music

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

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