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About School of Rock Aurora

Welcome to School of Rock Aurora - a haven for aspiring musicians of all ages. We have a unique approach to teaching music that helps our students grow in many ways. Students are not only learning to play an instrument - they are building confidence, improving teamwork skills, and making new friends.

At School of Rock Aurora, one-on-one instruction is just the beginning. We get our students playing on stage with other musicians as quickly as possible. This immersive method promotes accountability, speeds up the learning process, and fosters an inclusive community of rockers in Aurora.

Our talented instructors are passionate about creating a legacy of music by helping students rock on stage and in life. Visit School of Rock Aurora today to learn more about our creative community.

Contact Information

School of Rock Aurora
13750 E Rice Place
Suite 100
Aurora, CO 80015
US
Main Number
(720) 789-8866(720) 789-8866
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Hours of Operation

Day of the WeekHours
Monday - Friday2:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
SundayClosed

Programs

  • At School of Rock Aurora, our Performance Program puts our students front-and-center on a real stage for real performances. Students get to show off their killer music skills while learning serious teamwork as they and their bandmates refine their abilities through some of rock and roll’s greatest hits.

    Aurora students will blow your mind with advanced performances chock-full of hits by famous artists such as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Van Halen, The Rolling Stones, AC/DC, Frank Zappa, Queen, and many, many more! For our students, real performances breed real skill, and real fun.

    All students in Aurora’s Performance Program can expect:

    • Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
    • Weekly band rehearsal to get students prepared for real shows
    • The experience of performing on stage with their band at real venues
    • Key learning in fundamental areas such as stage performance, harmonies, musicianship, and more
    • Fun, music, and education wrapped into one all-inclusive experience!

  • Our Rock 101 Program at School of Rock Aurora is focused on making the first steps of a young student’s journey both fun and successful. The days of mundane music instruction are over. At School of Rock Aurora, we believe that playing music together is the only real path to mastering an instrument and developing a true love for music.

    In Rock 101, we focus our instruction on the one instrument that students have chosen to study. Whether we’re teaching scales, chords, notes, or time signatures, we put concepts in context so students understand how the principles they learn are applied to real music. Using some of the world’s most famous songs and infusing fun into every chord, Rock 101 allows Aurora students to enhance their skills and move on to our Performance Program.

    School of Rock Aurora’s Rock 101 students can expect:

    • Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
    • Weekly group rehearsals to reinforce basic concepts and skills in a band setting
    • A firm grasp of the fundamentals of technique and music theory
    • An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group
    • Real knowledge gained through real fun!

  • School of Rock Aurora’s top students can audition for our most prestigious honor: the School of Rock AllStars Program. Our AllStars represent the best of the best students from School of Rock’s entire global network of schools. With incredible musical aptitude, a knack for teamwork and incredible focus, today’s AllStars truly represent the future of rock and roll.

    Each summer, our AllStars embark on an authentic concert tour to perform in jaw-dropping live shows across the country, including Red Rocks, Lollapalooza, Hangout Music Fest, NAMM, Gathering of the Vibes, and countless others. AllStars also get to share the stage with experienced, larger-than-life performers like Alice Cooper, Eddie Vedder, and Slash, to name a few. There is no better way for a star on the rise to get a taste for what professional music is really like.

    School of Rock Aurora’s AllStars can expect:

    • Real-world performances where they can shine in their chosen medium: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals
    • A fast-paced tour experience with stage shows at legendary events and venues
    • To play with the best performers from School of Rock’s global community
    • The opportunity to rock out on stage with world-renowned artists
    • An epic rock experience like no other!

  • School of Rock Aurora is now enrolling for our Adult Performance Program, where adult students of all proficiency levels can explore and conquer the world of music. We get our students playing and learning at lightning-quick speeds through practical performance rather than run-of-the-mill music instruction programs. At School of Rock Aurora, the thrill of the performance is just as important as learning the skill to rock.

    Our adult students learn the fundamentals of music, including scales, chords, notes, progressions, and more, through some of the most iconic songs and sounds in music history. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of rock ‘n roll or a metal-loving head-banger at home in the mosh pit, our teachers know how to best connect your love for music with a passion for learning it.

    All students in School of Rock Aurora’s Adult Program can expect:

    • Fast-paced instruction in one of our great musical offerings: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals
    • Weekly private instruction catered to your goals and level of proficiency
    • Rehearsals with others just like you to get ready for real shows at live music venues
    • An understanding of music theory and technique fundamentals, learned through songs from your favorite music genre
    • Fun, instruction, and a great progression of practical skills wrapped all into one!

  • School of Rock Aurora’s music camps and workshops are designed to bring out the best performance in a fast-paced learning environment. Just like our standard programs, our camps offer a high-energy experience that is fun, creative and team-oriented. Our students learn music by playing it with their peers, guided by experienced instructors from the music community.

    From basic Performance Boot Camps to more advanced Guitar Building and Songwriting Training, School of Rock offers opportunities for musicians of all skill levels. Camps vary by location, so please contact us for a current list of camps and workshops at School of Rock Aurora.

    Regardless of which camp they choose, students can expect:
    • Hands-on skill building for guitar, bass guitar, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
    • One-on-one interaction with seasoned music professionals
    • A deeper appreciation for music theory and fundamentals
    • Greater confidence, collaboration and improvisation abilities
    • A fun and interactive experienceFind a Camp or Workshop

  • School of Rock Aurora’s Rookies Program offers a gateway to understanding music for first and second graders. Using proprietary set-ups for guitar, bass, drums and keyboard, as well as other tools, we introduce our Rookies to music fundamentals in a fun way. The skills and passion for music that our Rookies learn prepare them for Rock 101 and a lifelong love of music.

    With exercises, tools and games customized to their age group, our Aurora Rookies learn the concepts of music theory, rhythm, pitch, form and dynamics as they play alongside their friends. We encourage our students to explore various instruments and play styles so they begin to understand how individual contributions form a band; even the best solo keyboard players or vocalists need to understand how an ensemble works.

    All students in Aurora’s Rookies Program can expect:

    • Weekly group lessons using guitar, bass, keyboard and drums
    • Exposure to essential fundamentals like music theory, pitch and rhythm
    • A focus on teamwork and collaboration
    • An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group
    • Fun combined with practical learning!

  • At School of Rock Aurora, we teach preschoolers in our Little Wing Program the creativity, confidence, and knowledge they need to grow into life-long lovers and practitioners of music. Music is the gateway to childrens’ growth, whether it’s in the form of great friendships from shared musical experiences or the joy of hearing an inspirational song for the first time.

    Our Little Wing students at Aurora enjoy a unique variety of music-minded games based on some of the most popular music in rock and roll history. Through great music and a foundation of fun, our students refine their motor skills, coordination, pre-literacy, and group cooperation in a safe and inclusive environment.

    Young rockers in Aurora’s Little Wing Program can expect:

    • Exploration of hand percussion and other tools to spark their imagination
    • Unique and engaging music games
    • Teamwork, cooperation, and group music activities
    • Fundamental skills for music and life
    • Fun and practical learning combined, perfectly tailored to growing minds!

At School of Rock Aurora, our Performance Program puts our students front-and-center on a real stage for real performances. Students get to show off their killer music skills while learning serious teamwork as they and their bandmates refine their abilities through some of rock and roll’s greatest hits.

Aurora students will blow your mind with advanced performances chock-full of hits by famous artists such as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Van Halen, The Rolling Stones, AC/DC, Frank Zappa, Queen, and many, many more! For our students, real performances breed real skill, and real fun.

All students in Aurora’s Performance Program can expect:

• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• Weekly band rehearsal to get students prepared for real shows
• The experience of performing on stage with their band at real venues
• Key learning in fundamental areas such as stage performance, harmonies, musicianship, and more
• Fun, music, and education wrapped into one all-inclusive experience!

Upcoming Events

    • June 23
      11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

      Aurora SOR House Band at Centennial Center Park

      Picnic in The Park
      Centennial Center Park 13050 E. Peakview Ave. Centennial, CO 80112 11 - 11:20 - Mile-High Stars Athletics 11:25 - 12:00 - School of Rock 12:30 - 2 - Margarita Brothers - Alcohol may not...
      Centennial Center Park
      13050 E. Peakview Ave.
      Centennial, CO 80112

      11 - 11:20 - Mile-High Stars Athletics
      11:25 - 12:00 - School of Rock
      12:30 - 2 - Margarita Brothers

      - Alcohol may not be brought to any event in the park.
      - Tents, canopies and oversized umbrellas are not allowed
      - Blankets and chairs are welcome.
      - No ATM onsite for the event, but most vendors accept credit/debit cards.
    • June 24
      4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

      School of Rock Showcase at Levitt Pavilion

      Concert
      Levitt Pavilion 1380 West Florida Avenue Denver, CO, 80223 United States All Ages - FREE! Doors at 4:00 PM | Show at 5:00 PM This event is Rain or Shine. Food Trucks: Henco en Colorado,...
      Levitt Pavilion
      1380 West Florida Avenue
      Denver, CO, 80223
      United States

      All Ages - FREE!
      Doors at 4:00 PM | Show at 5:00 PM
      This event is Rain or Shine.

      Food Trucks: Henco en Colorado, LaRue Bayou, Illegal Pete's, Zaney Pop Kettle Corn
    • June 30
      2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

      Aurora SOR House Band at Growler USA

      Live Music on the Patio
      Growler USA
      11405 E Briarwood Ave #100,
      Centennial, CO 80112
    • July 1
      4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

      Aurora SOR House Band at Wildfire Bistro

      Live Music
      Wildfire Bistro
      15352 E Ida Dr.
      Aurora, CO 80015
    • July 19
      7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

      Aurora SOR House Band at Twenty Mile Tap House

      Live Music
      Twenty Mile Tap House
      12543 N Hwy 83,
      Parker, CO 80134
    • July 21
      1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

      Rock the Lot at School of Rock Aurora

      Outdoor Festival
      - Sell your gently used instruments
      - Enjoy food, drinks and games
      - Vender tables and more
      - Performances by our SOR Aurora House Band and The Staff Infection (our staff band!)
    • August 11
      2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

      Aurora SOR House Band at Growler USA

      Live Music on the Patio
      Growler USA
      1405 E Briarwood Ave #100,
      Centennial, CO 80112

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    • Photo of Ron and Karla Willard
      Ron and Karla Willard
      Owners
      School of Rock embodies Ron and Karla's two passions; music and teaching. Ron has been drumming for many years and has a deep love for music, and Karla has been an educator for nearly three decades...
      School of Rock embodies Ron and Karla's two passions; music and teaching. Ron has been drumming for many years and has a deep love for music, and Karla has been an educator for nearly three decades. They are both strong believers in the many benefits music can play in people's lives -including increased self-confidence, academic success, teamwork, and overall happiness. Ron and Karla have two beautiful daughters, Katie and Dani, who are also key members of School of Rock Aurora.
    • Photo of Erin Armstrong
      Erin Armstrong
      Assistant General Manager
      Erin grew up in the beautiful state of Colorado not far from Aurora and has been singing and performing as long as she can remember. She is currently the lead singer and manager of a local psychede...
      Erin grew up in the beautiful state of Colorado not far from Aurora and has been singing and performing as long as she can remember. She is currently the lead singer and manager of a local psychedelic folk rock band called Fable Heist and recently graduated from CU Denver with a degree in Music Business and Entertainment Industry Studies. Erin is a true believer in the importance of music education and the positive effects that can spread to every aspect of a students life. In her free time, she loves to go to concerts and escape to the mountains for a weekend of skiing, hiking or camping with friends.
    • Photo of Tess Healy
      Tess Healy
      Studio Coordinator
      Tess’s musical passion and education started in Colorado and has now brought her back after living overseas for almost six years. Growing up, she travelled internationally with a children’s cho...
      Tess’s musical passion and education started in Colorado and has now brought her back after living overseas for almost six years. Growing up, she travelled internationally with a children’s choir, took private lessons for over ten years and was involved in music throughout high school as well as being a part of All State Jazz choir. While living in London, Tess completed her BA and MA in music; she often performed in the city and was played on BBC Radio 2. After that, while living in Ireland, she worked for a Country musician. She concentrated on music therapy for her master’s dissertation and is a passionate believer in music’s capacity for healing and mental health rehabilitation.
    • Photo of Dani Willard
      Dani Willard
      Studio Coordinator
      Dani is a Colorado native who grew up in Aurora and has always loved music. Her appreciation for music started at a young age thanks to her "super rad, rocker dad". Dani has a special love for clas...
      Dani is a Colorado native who grew up in Aurora and has always loved music. Her appreciation for music started at a young age thanks to her "super rad, rocker dad". Dani has a special love for classic rock and a growing interest in Indie & Alternative music. In addition to being on the School of Rock management team, Dani is pursuing a degree in nursing.
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      Ty Govern
      House Band Director, Guitar & Bass Instructor
      Ty has been involved in music his entire life and began to learn guitar at the age of 12. Inspired initially by bands like KISS, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, and Metallica (as well as many others), he...
      Ty has been involved in music his entire life and began to learn guitar at the age of 12. Inspired initially by bands like KISS, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, and Metallica (as well as many others), he decided that there was nothing he would rather do than to make music his career path. After initially teaching himself, he took private lessons in high school and went on to attend Southern Illinois University majoring in Music Business with a concentration in classical guitar. Ty had taught guitar in the Chicago area prior to relocating to Colorado where he is continuing his education at the Community College of Denver. Ty's teaching style is methodical and systematic, taking students through small steps in order to build on their strengths. He firmly believes in the importance of music education for people of all ages and loves getting to rock and roll with his students. Ty is the House Band Director at School of Rock Aurora and enjoys working with the tight-knit group of kids selected to be in the House Band.
    • Photo of Mike Morris
      Mike Morris
      Drum, Bass & Saxophone Instructor
      Mike Morris is a Colorado Native, 101st Army Band Veteran, and a Fort Lewis College Music Education/Performance Graduate. Mike has performed in professional music ensembles since 2002 and has been ...
      Mike Morris is a Colorado Native, 101st Army Band Veteran, and a Fort Lewis College Music Education/Performance Graduate. Mike has performed in professional music ensembles since 2002 and has been teaching music professionally since 2012-2013. Many musicians in the Denver and Boulder Music Scenes call Mike a “Chameleon Musician”, with the ability to play and teach many diverse styles of music and instruments ranging from Symphonic works to Jazz, Rock, and beyond. Some of the instruments he teaches include anything Drum set and Percussion, Mallet Percussion, Bass, Piano and Saxophone. In his free time, Mike loves practicing music, analyzing music, visiting family, going on hikes, playing tennis, and cooking!
    • Photo of Carl Holzapfel
      Carl Holzapfel
      Drum Instructor
      Carl attended Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. There he studied with the legendary teacher, Alan Dawson. From the mid 70's to the mid 80's he played in the Washington, DC area with a number ...
      Carl attended Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. There he studied with the legendary teacher, Alan Dawson. From the mid 70's to the mid 80's he played in the Washington, DC area with a number of original bands. Among the venues he's played are: Kennedy Center Concert Hall, Merriweather Post Pavillion and Cellar Door in DC, The Other End and Folk City in New York City, Pine Knob Music Pavillion in Detroit, MI, and Tippitina's in New Orleans to name a few. Among the people Carl has opened for are: Joan Armatrading, Steve Martin, Andy Kaufman, Bob Segar, Buffy St. Marie, Elvin Bishop, Rick Danko (The Band), Sea Level, George Thorogood and many more. From the mid 80's to early 90's, he performed on a harbor cruise ship doing a mini broadway revue, backing featured entertainers and playing a large variety of styles. Carl moved to Colorado in '92 and played with Lona Melton, who he toured Japan with; "Wildcard", who he recorded 2 CD's with in CA and also did a month East Coast tour with; and the "Bill Wright Band", who he was on a 3 local CDs with. Currently Carl plays with The Suitcase Kings, and has also been teaching for several years.
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      Katie Willard
      Vocal & Keys Instructor
      Katie loves teaching vocal and piano lessons. She has been performing in community theatre productions since she was a little girl. Katie has been honored to have lead roles in a variety of musical...
      Katie loves teaching vocal and piano lessons. She has been performing in community theatre productions since she was a little girl. Katie has been honored to have lead roles in a variety of musicals including Belle in Beauty and the Beast and Marion in Music Man at Grandview High School. She has received All-State Honors as a top female vocalist in the state of Colorado and All-State Honors in jazz performance as well. Katie went to Baldwin Wallace University to study musical theater and work towards her BA in music. She also has a K-12 teaching degree in music. Katie has taught at North High School and is now the music teacher at Altitude Elementary in CCSD. She enjoys teaching students of all ages and has a special gift for helping others not only become excellent musicians with healthy vocal technique, but to believe in themselves as well.
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    • Photo of Donald Young
      Donald Young
      Keyboard, Synth & Trumpet Instructor
      Donald Young is a graduate of Ft Lewis College (BA Music) and has over 30 yrs experience as a professional keyboardist and multi-instrumentalist. He has played with some of Denver’s best groups, ...
      Donald Young is a graduate of Ft Lewis College (BA Music) and has over 30 yrs experience as a professional keyboardist and multi-instrumentalist. He has played with some of Denver’s best groups, including Hot Lunch and The Freddie-Henchie Band, and has toured extensively in the western US as well as the Pacific Rim. He has opened for National Recording Artists such as KC & the Sunshine Band, The Temptations, Sir Mix-a-Lot and saxophonist Eric Darius. He is also a composer, arranger and session musician.
    • Photo of Adrian Garay
      Adrian Garay
      Guitar & Bass Instructor
      Growing up in Los Angeles, Adrian's parents exposed him to Classic Rock at a very young age. Bands like Led Zeppelin, Rush, The Scorpions, Van Halen, Ozzy Osbourne, and Metallica were at the forefr...
      Growing up in Los Angeles, Adrian's parents exposed him to Classic Rock at a very young age. Bands like Led Zeppelin, Rush, The Scorpions, Van Halen, Ozzy Osbourne, and Metallica were at the forefront of his musical influences and manifested his underlying passion for music. He played competitive travel Hockey throughout his youth, winning several prestigious tournaments, including one International championship. As high school came around, Adrian realized that he couldn’t see himself pursuing anything other than music. He came to Denver with the mountains, skiing, and a music program in his sights. He is currently in the latter half of his double-emphasis in Music Business and Guitar Performance at the University of Colorado Denver. He enjoys and plays Blues, Rock, Metal, Jazz, Pop, Funk, and singer/songwriter. Adrian’s lessons emphasize excitement around what students love to play. Once excitement is built, it opens the door to easily apply theory and build the ear. Adrian then exemplifies how they can be used to further students’ overall musicianship and aspirations.
    • Photo of Greg Gladman
      Greg Gladman
      Guitar & Bass Instructor
      Greg has established himself as a Colorado based musician by playing and recording throughout the Midwest in a variety of cover and original bands ranging in styles from hard rock to country, to R&...
      Greg has established himself as a Colorado based musician by playing and recording throughout the Midwest in a variety of cover and original bands ranging in styles from hard rock to country, to R&B/funk and Blues. He is also a musical composer and producer that can be heard on albums from Millionaire Freaks and 2 Dog Tuesday among others. Bands of note include Nasty’s Nightmare (with KBPI's prime time DJ Uncle Nasty), Sheryl Renee, The Broken Everlys, Kelly J, Buckner FunkenJazz, and most recently the Voodoo Kings. Greg has worked with and shared the stage with a number of national artists, including Mr. Big, Savatage, Styx, Steve Morse Band, Chris Duarte, Jason Ricci, John Lee Hooker Jr., Joe Bonner, and Hamilton Loomis. As an instructor he believes that learning the ‘why’ as well as the ‘how’ results in improved comprehension and performance.
    • Photo of Meghan Dawson
      Meghan Dawson
      Vocal & Keys Instructor
      Meghan Dawson is a dedicated voice teacher and professional singer with years of experience both performing and teaching vocal technique in several different styles, namely opera, broadway, pop, an...
      Meghan Dawson is a dedicated voice teacher and professional singer with years of experience both performing and teaching vocal technique in several different styles, namely opera, broadway, pop, and rock. She is a strong believer in the potential of every voice to grow and improve with healthy technique based on modern research in vocal physiology. As a professional mezzo-soprano, Meghan has appeared in leading roles on the international operatic stage, won the Maria Callas award for lyric singers, and recorded a studio album with Sony Music in Brazil. Her students have sung professionally in various musical theater productions in Brazil, among them Miss Saigon, Hello Dolly, Cinderella, Jesus Christ Superstar, and The Bird Cage. She has also helped students prepare for both college and professional auditions, and has coached several students in the recording studio. Her students have been accepted into such prestigious programs as the Curtis Conservatory Summer Music Festival and the Manhattan School of Music. She has experience working with students of all ages and backgrounds, from age 5 to age 65, with a particular passion for working with young singers who are driven by a true love of music and are striving to reach new heights.
    • Photo of Neil Dreger
      Neil Dreger
      Bass & Music Theory Instructor
      Neil graduated with a BA in Music Performance from the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse. It was there that he honed his skills as a performer and educator. Neil has played professionally with co...
      Neil graduated with a BA in Music Performance from the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse. It was there that he honed his skills as a performer and educator. Neil has played professionally with countless ensembles, ranging from professional symphonies and jazz big bands to rock bands that toured the country. He currently performs regularly with an original singer/songwriter rock group called the Samuel Edgar Band, a 90s alternative cover band called The B Sides, as well as miscellaneous pick up gigs. Neil has also been teaching music for two decades. Primarily focused on private lessons of all levels on upright and electric basses, he also has years of experience teaching high school jazz combos, coaching the bass section of a youth symphony, and teaching jazz bass at a community college.
    • Photo of Leandro Lacava
      Leandro Lacava
      Vocal & Keys Instructor
      Leandro Lacava is an accomplished vocal instructor and professional singer with expertise in several different styles of music, including opera, musical theater, rock, and Brazilian music. A nati...
      Leandro Lacava is an accomplished vocal instructor and professional
      singer with expertise in several different styles of music, including opera,
      musical theater, rock, and Brazilian music. A native of Brazil, he is fluent in Portuguese and English, speaks Italian, and has coached many students in singing diction in English, Italian,
      French, German, and Portuguese.

      He possesses a Masters degree in Vocal Performance from the
      University of Wyoming, and has worked as a vocal director/Adjunct Professor
      at the University Dulcina de Moraes in Brazil. His 12 years of teaching
      experience has included private lessons both at home and in several studios
      and music conservatories, as well as group lessons and master classes with
      students of all levels. Working in these varied environments was fundamental
      for the development of his teaching method. Each student is unique, and different approaches are
      needed to help different voices. It is his firm belief that anyone can learn
      healthy vocal technique.

      His own professional performance experience in Europe, Brazil, and the U.S.,
      allowed him to work with countless professionals in the fields
      of theater, vocal and instrumental music,
      and dance, where he gained invaluable knowledge and experience that he
      hopes to pass on to his students as well.
    • Photo of Mitch Michaud
      Mitch Michaud
      Guitar and Ukulele Instructor
      With music being a universal language, Mitch believes that everyone has inherent abilities musically, yourself included! Though he once had visions of being an ESPN star, music became the main focu...
      With music being a universal language, Mitch believes that everyone has inherent abilities musically, yourself included! Though he once had visions of being an ESPN star, music became the main focus (though he still plays a mean game of ping pong). Starting on violin at age 10, Mitch gravitated and graduated to guitar shortly before becoming a teenager. Since then he has far surpassed the 10,000 hour mark in studying, practicing, teaching, recording, writing, and making live music. Drawing upon the influence of and time spent in Africa and India, Mitch aims to share his music and the ability for any and everyone to make marvelous music themselves.
    • Photo of Jeevee Balangan
      Jeevee Balangan
      Voice and Keys Instructor
      Jeevee holds a Bachelor Degree with a Dual Emphasis in Music Business and Commercial Vocal Performance from The College of Arts and Media (CAM) at the University of Colorado Denver, where he grad...
      Jeevee holds a Bachelor Degree with a Dual Emphasis in Music Business and
      Commercial Vocal Performance from The College of Arts and Media (CAM) at the
      University of Colorado Denver, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. Jeevee is a
      a recipient of many performance program scholarships and honors awards..
      Originally from the Bay Area, Jeevee has had the pleasure of working with many
      artist from different backgrounds of musical styles including Pop, R&B, Jazz,
      Classical, Musical Theater, Hip-Hop and Gospel. His performance credits include
      The Wiz, Godspell, Into the Woods as well as being a founding member of FIFTH
      (Fellas in Fine Tune Harmony) a R&B group based in the Bay Area.

      Jeevee believes in the philosophy that, “there is a great teacher behind every great
      artist.” It is with this mentality that has ignited his passion to teach music. He
      believes in the study of technique that frees true musical expression. Through his
      experience in the study of voice, he has gained an in depth understanding of training
      the adolescent male singing voice. He has studied with notable Denver music teachers
      including, professional Jazz pianist Drew Morell, award winning director Dr. Erin
      Hackel, and Gene Roberts whose the vocal coach to The Fray, Flobots, Jonas Sees in
      Color, The Kinetix, The Heyday, and The Rouge.
    • Photo of Rhiannon Wisniewski
      Rhiannon Wisniewski
      Keys, Guitar, Bass and Voice Instructor
      Rhiannon has played various instruments in original bands in both Cleveland and Denver for over 25 years. Growing up, she studied music theory as well as years of private lessons on keyboard, guit...
      Rhiannon has played various instruments in original bands in both Cleveland and Denver for over 25 years. Growing up, she studied music theory as well as years of private lessons on keyboard, guitar, bass guitar, voice, and saxophone. She has jammed everything from rockabilly to progressive rock to jazz, but her passion is heavy metal. Her compositions and performances have been featured on 20+ professional recordings, and she has shared the stage with hundreds of acts like Megadeth, Opeth, and King Diamond. She has taught private lessons, has coached and managed bands, and has been a board member of nonprofit organizations like Creative Music Works and Girls Rock Denver, where she can also utilize her organizational and team facilitation skills, honed at her day job as an aerospace engineer / project manager.
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      Daniel Cawley
      Drum Instructor
      Daniel Cawley was born in Somerville, NJ where he began his academic life as a percussionist at the age of 7. For his 7th birthday he received a Remo practice pad and the drummers bible, "Stick Con...
      Daniel Cawley was born in Somerville, NJ where he began his academic life as a percussionist at the age of 7. For his 7th birthday he received a Remo practice pad and the drummers bible, "Stick Control" by George Stone. Before that, his taste was strictly avant-garde, refusing to play on anything but pots and pans. Daniel began taking lessons for the drum set at the age of 8 and continued to take lessons until age 18. At 10, his family moved from NJ to NC where he would continue his love for music and expand from lessons to playing in various bands. In high-school, Daniel took private lessons from Robert Shi, Berkley Grad and Author of "Drummers First Aid Kit." After high-school, Daniel attended NC State University for business management but was never able to shake his love for playing the drums, so after leaving business school he decided he would dedicate himself to finding, preparing for, and getting accepted to a competitive music program. Denver had that ideal program and he is currently enrolled at Denver University: Lamont School of Music in the Jazz Studies for Drum set program where he studies under the Jazz Drummer, Mike Marlier. Teaching for Daniel embodies a responsibility to encourage and inform the artists of the future.
    • Photo of Bobby Lahman
      Bobby Lahman
      Guitar & Bass Instructor
      Music has always been an important party of Bobby's life. As the son of two music majors, he was always surrounded by music, and at age 10 started playing the trumpet in the band at church. After s...
      Music has always been an important party of Bobby's life. As the son of two music majors, he was always surrounded by music, and at age 10 started playing the trumpet in the band at church. After spending the first half of his life in Germany and England due to his father's deployments in the US military, his family settled in Colorado Springs in 2001. It was about this time that the electric guitar became single coolest thing in the world, and by the end of his high school years, his single biggest dedication. Since graduating with a bachelor's degree from University of Denver in Jazz Guitar Performance, Bobby has become heavily involved in the Denver music scene; regularly performing various genres of music from solo acoustic guitar, to jazz trios, top 40, to rock and beyond. His most recent endeavor has been the launch of a successful "Women of Rock" tribute band.

News

  • Parent Rocker Organization (P.R.O.)

    Are you an SoR parent? Are you interested in getting more involved? Follow our Parent Rocker Organization (PRO) at www.proaurora.org! The Parent Rocker Organization of Aurora is a 501(c)3 non-profi...
    Are you an SoR parent? Are you interested in getting more involved? Follow our Parent Rocker Organization (PRO) at www.proaurora.org! The Parent Rocker Organization of Aurora is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to providing financial assistance for students in need at School of Rock Aurora. PRO holds fundraising events for scholarships, promotes a sense of community among SoR Aurora students, staff, parents, and the community-at-large, and supports children in the fulfillment of their dreams through their love of music. Check out their website for more info!
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Testimonials

  • “We love School of Rock Aurora, the staff and the instructors! Everyone is always friendly and the quality of instruction is fantastic. My kiddo loves to go rock out!”
    - Marcial RodriguezHeadliners Performance Band ProgramAurora, COSept. 27, 2016
  • “I like that our kids learn to appreciate music from real groups that actually perform/performed live on stage, they learn to be responsible and accountable to the rest of their band members, and they learn to work together to produce real results (music and stage performance) without their parents having to push them. A great way to learn music history and mature as teen agers. The extra bonus is I'm never worried about who my kids are hanging out with when they are at SOR.”
    - Anders TornquistHeadliners Performance Band ProgramAurora, COJuly 28, 2016
  • “The staff is absolutely incrediblethey will go above and beyond to get you where you want to go. One of the best decisions of my life.”
    - Carl Nash Adult Performance Band ProgramAurora, COJuly 23, 2016
  • “Great upbeat instructors and staff (pun intended), wonderful variety in shows offered, real venues for the student to experience playing in, well organized and details covered, good communication of details to students and parents, high expectations of the students and they rise to new levels, leadership and volunteer opportunities, respect and mentoring of each other encouraged a fantastic way for kids to express themselves and meet others with similar interests. Students are actively involved in setting up and producing the events, getting a taste of ownership in a business and developing genuine responsibility. It has been wonderful to see our son's growth in confidence and ability. He has a true commitment to the school. The school earns that from its students and in turn benefits. A truly valuable and worthwhile experience all around!”
    - Nita ReganHeadliners Performance Band ProgramAurora, COJune 23, 2016