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Staump Music School offers instruction in drums, guitar, electric guitar, voice, piano, flute, bass, bass guitar, ukulele, music composition, and recording. The program includes private lessons, group lessons, a rock band program, a choir program, and rock-focused classes such as KidzRock (Ages 4–7), Jr. Rock (Ages 7–11), and Rock Class (Ages 12 & Up). Staump Music School describes itself as the leading music school in San Diego and East County and notes that there are opportunities for kids ages 4 and up.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: Weekly 45-minute group sessions and weekly 30-minute lessons; open by appointment only
• Price: Rock Band & Group Lessons: $168 per month + $35 sign-up fee; Private Lessons: $220.50 per month + $35 sign-up fee
Staump Music School has been in operation from 2008–2026, with 17 years of helping kids flourish. The leadership team includes Tim Staump and Wes. The school offers a free choir program and notes that everything is month-to-month with no contracts or long-term commitments, and families can start and stop at any time. New students can try it free for 30 days and get the first month free, and the program advertises “From zero to rock in just one rehearsal” and an opportunity for two live performances.
Parent and student testimonials describe the teachers as “more than just amazing teachers, they are really good people,” and express complete trust in Tim, Wes, and their teammates for a child’s well-being and growth. A long-time student, Alisha L., reports starting lessons at 16 in 2012 and later performing in front of hundreds of people regularly because of the support from the teachers. Parents such as Melissa H. and Kirsten D. describe the environment as welcoming, almost like a big family, and say they love Staump Music School and the teachers. Another parent, David A., states, “Staump is not a music school, Staump is a school of transformation. If your kid has 1oz. of talent or desire the teachers at Staump will bring amazing results out of them.”
Last updated August 2, 2026.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: Weekly 45-minute group sessions and weekly 30-minute lessons; open by appointment only
• Price: Rock Band & Group Lessons: $168 per month + $35 sign-up fee; Private Lessons: $220.50 per month + $35 sign-up fee
Staump Music School has been in operation from 2008–2026, with 17 years of helping kids flourish. The leadership team includes Tim Staump and Wes. The school offers a free choir program and notes that everything is month-to-month with no contracts or long-term commitments, and families can start and stop at any time. New students can try it free for 30 days and get the first month free, and the program advertises “From zero to rock in just one rehearsal” and an opportunity for two live performances.
Parent and student testimonials describe the teachers as “more than just amazing teachers, they are really good people,” and express complete trust in Tim, Wes, and their teammates for a child’s well-being and growth. A long-time student, Alisha L., reports starting lessons at 16 in 2012 and later performing in front of hundreds of people regularly because of the support from the teachers. Parents such as Melissa H. and Kirsten D. describe the environment as welcoming, almost like a big family, and say they love Staump Music School and the teachers. Another parent, David A., states, “Staump is not a music school, Staump is a school of transformation. If your kid has 1oz. of talent or desire the teachers at Staump will bring amazing results out of them.”
Last updated August 2, 2026.
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