by Gary Gutierrez | Jan 30, 2026 | Community Spotlight
Ian Arras is part of a growing generation of musicians building careers through versatility, collaboration, and real world experience. A former student of The Lesson Studio and alum of the Rock and Pop Music Academy, Ian is now studying Recording Arts at University of...
by Gary Gutierrez | Jan 13, 2026 | Community Spotlight
For more than three decades, James Connell has supported the musical growth of students, families, and educators across Colorado. As the founder of Sol Vista Violins, James has built a trusted violin shop and orchestral rental program rooted in craftsmanship,...
by Gary Gutierrez | Dec 2, 2025 | Music Education and Child Development, Music Practice Tips and Techniques, Music Theory and Fundamentals, Uncategorized
When young singers start noticing their voices cracking, feeling different, or suddenly dropping (or rising) in pitch, it can be confusing and sometimes discouraging. Parents often wonder whether it’s a good time to start singing lessons or if they should wait until...
by Gary Gutierrez | Dec 2, 2025 | Community Spotlight
For nearly two decades, Jennifer Dunn has inspired hundreds of young musicians across the Boulder Valley School District. As the Band Director at Centennial Middle School, she has built a program that balances technical skill, creativity, and confidence – helping...
by Gary Gutierrez | Nov 1, 2025 | Community Spotlight
For more than two decades, Trace Bundy has been captivating audiences around the world with a guitar style so creative and technically impressive that fans often refer to him as The Acoustic Ninja. Known for looping, harmonics, tapping, percussive techniques, and his...
