I started studying with John in Oakland just before he moved to Denver. He made such an impression…read moreon me in those first few lessons that we decided to continue instruction via Skype after his move. That proved to be an excellent choice. John is a gifted teacher who takes his own playing very seriously. This means that he is constantly growing as a musician and sharing those lessons with his students in a way the they can relate to. He meets the student where they are, but does not give in to the temptation to cater exclusively to their wants; John preaches balance in playing and practicing and will not hesitate to prescribe work in weak areas. Every time I see John in person, he has grown as both a player and a teacher. He is at the forefront of 'ukulele education on the national and international stage. If you are interested in deepening your understanding of the instrument, you should run - not walk - to Ukulele Inspired Studios.

This review is long overdue! I took ukulele lessons with John when he was based in Oakland, from…read more2015-16. I was brand new to the uke, and needed to start with the basics. There were many things I loved about my lessons with John. First off, his positive energy and enthusiasm made our lessons such a pleasure. Something else that made John's approach totally unique was that his lesson content is very student-driven; rather than assigning me songs to practice, he would ask me what I wanted to learn. I would show him songs I was interested in, and he would help me figure out how to play them. In the weeks when life was busy and I didn't have a song in mind, he would make suggestions that I could choose from. He also challenged me by incorporating musical theory into our lessons, and took into account my prior knowledge from playing piano and singing. Another unique aspect of John's teaching is that he would video record new finger work or strum patterns, and share the videos with me. This way when I was practicing at home and didn't remember how to play something, I could always rewatch the videos. If you're at all considering taking ukulele lessons, I highly recommend that you work with John!

My daughter has been taking guitar lessons from Mr. Fisher for 3 years. Definitely time well spent!…read moreHe is a patient, knowledgeable, and organized instructor. Because Mr. Fisher performs professionally regularly, he has great insight to share to make lessons fun and relevant. Please call or text him if you or your child is interested in learning acoustic or electric guitar. PS: it was a real thrill when they played Ah Ha's Take On Me on season two of The Last of Us, because my kid can play that song as well.

I've been going to Brian for 3 years for beginning guitar instruction. His patience and enthusiasm…read morehave been the reasons I've stuck with it. He has taught me to enjoy the process and the fun of learning guitar. My years as a Navy instructor pilot enable me to recognize someone who has the gift of instruction. Brian is blessed with this in so many ways. If you're considering picking up a guitar, do yourself a favor and take some lessons with this guy! He is worth every penny and will make it more fun and enjoyable along the way!

Brian is an outstanding guitar instructor. My teenage daughter wanted to learn to play the electric…read moreguitar a few months ago and we found Brian who also performs live in Denver at various events. We chose Brian for his effortless teaching style, making learning so fun that one can't help but develop, grow and advance in playing the guitar. My daughter is now playing full songs of all her favorite bands and my husband and I are blown away at how fast she is learning to play. Brian is truly one of the best guitar instructors with outstanding results! I highly recommend him.

I have been taking drum lessons for years with several instructors and Nate is absolutely top…read morenotch. He is prepared for and professional in every lesson we have, keeping me focused and offering suggestions to better cater to my learning style. He emails me any new music or beats we went over so that I can practice at home, helps me navigate any technical issues I might be having with my kit and is excellent with communication and scheduling. I know that he also teaches piano and guitar, I highly recommend Nate as an instructor for all ages and all instruments.

Nate is a wonderful music teacher! I've been taking drum lessons from him for the past month and…read moreI've already learned so much. He does a really great job of personalizing his music lessons so that they fit the individual. He's reached out to see what types of music and songs I want to learn, which has definitely made me more motivated. I've enjoyed each lesson, and they always seem to fly by. Nate makes learning a new instrument fun, but challenging, and accessible. I would definitely recommend him as a new music teacher for anyone beginning or continuing to learn.

Jack was amazing with our 4 year old. Incredible patience and learning techniques. I would…read morerecommend him to any drum loving kid!

Where do I even begin! Moon Magnet Music School has been an…read moreexcellent experience for piano lessons. My teacher Reed took the time to understand my goals and learning style. Instead of just running through exercises, my lessons are centered on playing songs that I like by Netsky and some other artists. He also teaches me the fundamentals and basics like technique, rhythm, music theory, etc. Its raised my musical confidence quite a bit. The lessons are affordable and I appreciate that scheduling has been straightforward (it's been easy to communicate with Reed). I would recommend Moon Magnet Music School to anyone searching for a music teacher who is skilled, patient, and genuinely invested in their student's goals.

An outstanding Academy that took me from not knowing anything about DJing and in only a few lessons…read morehas me mixing, using effects and blending genres on my own. I am already able to try out more advanced techniques, and am blown away by my progress in such little time. Rex is incredibly talented and knows both the nuts and bolts of actual mixing and also the beat and blending theory that goes along with it. Incredible one on one instruction, and easily worth the price. Discosapien Academy makes DJing extremely accessible, so if you are even remotely interested in learning some mixing, or are an advanced DJ, I would absolutely recommend this Academy!

As a parent to an 11 year old; I had absolutely no idea about DJ'ing or even EDM music, and I was…read moreway out of my element on my sons taste of music. So I did what every supportive parent does; I Goggled everything from "kids raves to DJ lessons" and only came up with a few small selection of contacts for the Denver area. The weeks of searching was very disappointing, as I tried to make multiple attempts at calling (and even trying to stop by some places during their open business hours), not a single place was even interested in talking to me when I said that I have a very interested 11 year old that wants to learn DJ'ing and music production. This was until I called and talked to Rex with Discosapien Academy. First - Rex actually answered the phone and took the time to talk to me; while he listened to all of ramblings about my son and his music interests. Rex was genuinely excited about wanting us to come and meet with him; so that we could get a feel for what his lessons could offer. When meeting with Rex and seeing my sons reaction to this whole new world; I knew we were in the right place. It's now been almost 4 months, and my son has completely stepped up his game. Rex has taken my sons musical interests to a whole new level; where he talks about music production and how the different parts of a song need to be properly arranged to sound proper with the different pitch and sound adjustment; it's pretty mind blowing to here all of this from a now 12 year old. Rex is so patient and very calm in his teaching style. I love just sitting and listening from the outside hearing how Rex teaches and explains the lessons; while applying a hands on learning technique which is followed up by such positive encouragement. My son leaves every lesson even more excited and passionate about creating his own music and sound. I know this was a lengthy review; but as a parent that came into this new musical world with absolutely no idea where to turn; I hope that this review and post will offer other parents a quicker resource for you and your child. If you want to ever call and talk more about this review; I am happy to elaborate more. So I will let Rex know that he can surely share my contact information. Good luck! Bobby S.

I grew up in a musical family…read more I was a reluctant classical piano student for 10 years. On one hand, I was fortunate to have had lessons from one of the most renowned organists/pianists in the Washington, DC, metro area. On the other hand, I had little love for the keyboard or the music I was assigned to play. Nevertheless, I learned to appreciate good music and good musicians. The same year I quit the piano, a Gibson J-45 acoustical guitar arrived at Christmas. Like many teenagers, I day-dreamed about playing professionally without understanding what that required. Other things in life got in the way of guitar playing and the Gibson got sold. Forty years later, my wife and I were attending an art auction. The first item up for bid was a guitar with two months' worth of lessons. I made an opening bid... my wife gave me a surprised look... I didn't expect to win... I did. That's how I got started with Lyle Long - purely by chance. It's been one of the most satisfying, educational experiences in my life. I've studied under some exceptionally talented music teachers. Lyle stands at the top of that list for two reasons: his talent as an exceptional guitarist; but more so, because of his exceptional teaching skills. He has an uncanny ability to get to the essence of issues that frustrate music students. He does this on both an emotional and technical level. He has the unusual gift of being able to connect with both adults as well as young children. It is truly amazing to watch (or experience first-hand) how he translates complex music theory into easily understood concepts; guides students to understand these concepts with achievable techniques based upon their current skill levels; diagnoses errors and corrects habits; all of which combine towards building a strong foundation of confidence. For young people especially, I think acquiring confidence in something that they can value (and others value) is critical. I came to my first lessons with a lot of uncertainty about my technical capabilities and knowledge. Lyle literally started by returning me to a very basic level and showed me how much of the theory and techniques that I had learned many years earlier had actually gotten in the way of making me a better musician. I sometimes leave my lessons with thoughts about how very different my music life would have been if I'd had Lyle Long for a teacher forty years ago. If you are considering musical instruction for yourself, or for your children; at levels anywhere between beginner to professional, I highly recommend Lyle Long. You will not regret your decision.

Michael is an amazing guitar teacher and person. He is kind, detailed, and always patient. I have…read morelearned so much from him. A lot of what he has taught to me about the guitar, and music I can apply to daily situations in life. I would highly recommend him to anyone that wants to learn to play the guitar.

Michael Isabel is a great guitar teacher. He is so patient and understanding! Also, he is always…read morepleasant and very easy to talk to. He never makes me feel bad about asking questions even if I have to ask the same question multiple times. He is happy for me when I get it right. I am learning a lot and I'm glad I'm working with Michael.