About
Rock and Roll Academy Aspen is open to students who will be entering 3rd grade through 12th grade, ages 8-18. Students choose songs and instruments, and instruments are available for them to try and use at the studio. Spring and fall programs meet after school for one rehearsal session per week for 90 minutes, and summer camps run Monday-Friday from 10am-3pm for one week.
Programs
- Rock and Roll Academy Aspen — Open to students who will be entering 3rd grade through 12th grade (Ages 8-18) · Spring and Fall programs are after-school sessions; one rehearsal session per week for 90 minutes. Summer camps are one-week sessions, Monday-Friday, 10am-3pm. · No musical experience necessary. Students choose songs and instruments. Instruments are available for students to try and use at the studio.
- Adult bands — Offered since Spring of 2024 for interested older kids and adults.
- Private adult music lessons — Available for adults.
At a glance
- Ages: 8–18 years old
- Current session: Fall Sessions 2026 (Sep 14–Jan 14, 2027)
- General schedule: Spring Sessions: early Feb-mid May. Fall Sessions: mid Sept-mid Jan. Summer Sessions: mid June-mid Aug.
About the provider
Rock and Roll Academy Aspen holds public performances, including concerts at Wheeler Opera House, Belly Up Aspen, TACAW in Willits, summer mini-concerts at Love Rocks Studio, and an advanced summer camp closing performance on The Oasis Stage at Carbondale Mountain Fair. The program says it gives students a safe, inclusive space to learn modern music, build confidence, and perform with a real band.
Groups are formed based on the relative age of the participants, their playing level and ability, styles of music they gravitate towards, and personal social character. Parents can get involved in music themselves. Some volunteer opportunities are available, particularly during end-of-session concerts.
What families say
“It makes me feel happy because I can express myself with my words and how I feel. It feels magical having this energy of music through your body. It lights up your body and make you feel more alive! My teacher, Kriss, has taught me a lot of things to be better as a bass player. I feel he truly cares about my growth and achieving my goals.” — Julian Ortega. 9th grade bass player
“We enrolled [our 9-year-old son] in the summer session. He absolutely loved going to the band practices and talked about it all the time! When we watched his newly formed band perform their songs at the show we were absolutely blown away! I was literally standing there rocking out and tearing up with pride at the same time.” — The Fishers, parents
“Thanks to the Rock and Roll Academy Aspen I've had the opportunity to learn numerous musical instruments and Kriss has been an incredible teacher. When I initially joined a band, I had minimal music experience. However, within that first season, I not only made many new friends but also overcame my stage fright.” — Strummer, 7th Grade singer, drummer, guitarist
Last updated November 5, 2026.
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