January 2020 Newsletter

JANUARY 2020 NEWSLETTER

Introducing Our New Percussion Teacher - Rob Brandon

Rob Brandon is a drummer and percussionist originally from Boston, Massachusetts; currently residing in Denver, CO. His passion for music, specifically rhythm runs very deep.

Rob has been playing music since the age of six. He began playing piano and then switched to drum kit when he was twelve years old. While growing up, he took drum lessons from talented Berklee graduate Lou Lacava and graduated with a degree in percussion performance and recording arts from the University of Colorado Denver in 2016. While at CU Denver, Rob studied for five years with his teacher Thomas VanSchoickVanschoick who studied for many years under world renown percussionist Michael Spiro has given Rob an extremely dense pallet of Afro-Cuban percussion skills to work with. This includes extensive knowledge on congas, timbales, bongo, bata, shekere, and more. Along with his work with Vanschoick, Rob has done additional drum set studies with Pete Ellingson and Todd Reid at The University of Colorado Denver.

Throughout his career, Rob has worked with or attended clinics hosted by: Michael SpiroRuben Alvarez, Jose Espino, Todd Reid, Pete Ellingson, and Allison Miller. He also does session work in Denver, CO, recording and sitting in with various bands around town on either percussion or drum set. He has played alongside artists such as Todd RundgrenMembers of Matchbox 20, MC Lars, Mega RanJose EspinoMembers of the Flobots, Peter StoltzmanMegan BurttPete Ellingson, Doug Krause, Owen Kortz, and more! Lastly, Rob is the leader and founder of the up and coming electronic percussion duo, MAG

 Musical Achievement Program

Starting later this Spring, West Colfax Music Academy will offer various prizes (trophies, certificates, pins, hats, scarves, charms, etc.) for their achievements in music lessons at the Academy.  Many will be skill related steps, some attendance, and some community service!

      Newly Enrolled Students for December

Darin  Mia  Roxy  Emily  Gavin  David  Norah  Adrina  Rhys  Lila  Daniel  Melinda  Clayton  Ryan  Evan  Finn  Sebastian  Tait  Harper  Samantha  Cole  Richard  Steve  Roland  Elise  Corva  Caia  Emily  Samantha  Veronica  Julian  Kira  Madison  Mary  Ainsley  Marielle  Ellen  Ashley  Kris  Noah  Emma  Tenoch  Elise  Allie

Is Your Teacher Sold Out?

Many teachers have sold out. If you need a schedule change or would like to be added to a waiting list for a particular teacher, day or time, please contact any of our office staff team and they can add you to the waiting list of any of these teachers. If you are interested in any other teacher, there are still limited lesson spots available.

Violin:  Julia SOLD OUT    Ella 2 Spots Left       Cello:  Meaghen - 2 spots on Thursday

Guitar:  Joe E - 2 spots on Mon  Pierce - 1 spot left

Drums:  Jason - SOLD OUT       Trumpet:  Jon Paul - One spot left,  

UPCOMING DATES

Winter Break - Closed  Sunday 12/22/19 - Wed, 1/1/20

Spring Break - Closed  Sunday 3/22/20 - Sat 3/28/20

Memorial Day - Closed  Monday 5/25/20

Fourth of July - Closed Saturday 7/4/2020

Thanksgiving Break - Closed Saturday 11/25/20 - Sunday 12/1/20

Winter Break - Closed Tue, 12/22/20 - Fri, 1/1/21

IT'S EASY TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP.

Ready to start? You have nothing to lose.

Sign up is easy and parent-friendly, with helpful staff at the front desk seven days a week to serve you. Because we only offer lessons on a month-to-month basis, there are no large upfront payments, no complicated contracts, no annual material or performance fees, and no semester minimums.

Lessons are first come, first serve, so contact us today to arrange your first lesson!

PRICING
$32.50 / 30 minutes

Lessons are available seven days a week, and scheduled once a week.A one-time registration fee is $25 (due only at time of registration).

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The next sign that your child is ready for lessons is usually through verbal expression. The child may tell you outright that they want to start playing an instrument or taking voice lessons. Once the physical and verbal interest is there, it’s up to you as a parent to get the ball rolling. Our school is unique in that it offers month-to-month payment options for families. We don’t require long-term contracts or commitments like other music academies or sports programs.

When searching for a school, choose one with a month-to-month or short-term payment plan. If your child enjoys their lessons, they can continue. If they’re not, you can submit a withdrawal form. Don’t go to a school that requires you to sign long term contracts. You should be wary of schools that require a substantial pre-payment before you begin lessons. The schools with the best teachers are flexible and have month-to-month plans that do not require stiff contracts. Good schools also have the option for electronic payments. Find a school with a month-to-month auto-pay service.

 

 

   

 

 

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We Can Help you Get Started. 

We offer Lessons for Students of All Ages!

Sign up is easy and we have helpful staff at the front desk seven days a week to serve you. Because we only offer lessons on a month-to-month basis, there are no large upfront payments, no complicated contracts, no annual material or performance fees, and no semester minimums.

Lessons are first come, first serve, so contact us today to arrange your first lesson!

PRICING
$30-$36 / 30 minutes

A one-time registration fee is $25 (due at sign-up).

Office Hours: Mon-Thu 8 am—8 pm
Closed Friday for spring, Sat, Sun 10-5

 

West Colfax Music Academy
Offering quality guitar, voice, violin, flute, clarinet, cello, bass, sax, trumpet, trombone, bass, drum and piano, mandolin, ukulele, accordion, harmonica lessons at a convenient central location in Lakewood.