Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Music Education in Denver
Founded in 1979, Swallow Hill Music has established itself as a cornerstone of Denver's cultural landscape. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we operate seven days a week, offering music education, community outreach programs, and concert production services. Our expertise spans over four decades of nurturing musical talent through private lessons, group classes, and specialized programs like Little Swallows for early childhood education. We demonstrate authoritativeness through our recognition by the Colorado Music Hall of Fame and Folk Alliance International's Business Lifetime Achievement award.Our commitment to accessibility is evident in our tuition assistance program and music therapy services for diverse populations. With a $5 million annual budget and SCFD Tier II status, we maintain trustworthiness through transparent operations and community-focused initiatives that have earned us both Mayors and Governors Awards for Excellence in the Arts.
Services
Music Classes
Private Lessons
Group Classes
Music Therapy
Community Outreach
Concert Production
Little Swallows Program
Workshops
Open Jams
Summer Camps
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in music education and community outreach.
- Our programs serve over 10,000 participants annually across Colorado.
- We offer specialized music therapy services for diverse populations.
- Our instructors are professional musicians with extensive teaching experience.
- We maintain partnerships with Denver Botanic Gardens and Four Mile Historic Park.
What people say
Exceptional instructors
Accessible programs
Transformative outreach
Diverse offerings
Community impact
Services
Music Classes
We offer comprehensive music education programs for all skill levels, including core group classes, specialty workshops, and ensemble performances. Our curriculum covers multiple genres like Americana, folk, jazz, and classical music. With both in-person and online options available, students can learn from professional musicians through our 8-week session format that includes progressive skill development.
Music Therapy
Our board-certified music therapists provide evidence-based interventions for individuals with sensory processing disorders, developmental disabilities, and mental health challenges. Programs include private sessions, Musical Memories for dementia patients, and Musical Pathways for adults with intellectual disabilities. All services follow American Music Therapy Association standards and include personalized treatment plans developed with clients and caregivers.
Little Swallows
This signature outreach program introduces preschoolers to music through interactive classes featuring songs, creative movement, and percussion instruments. Aligned with Colorado Academic Standards, it develops literacy skills, motor coordination, and classroom readiness. The program operates in schools across Denver and offers separate in-house classes for ages 1-4 at our Broadway & Yale location.
Concert Production
We produce over 200 annual concerts featuring local, national, and international artists across multiple genres including Americana, bluegrass, world music, and jazz. Our venues host family-friendly performances, and we partner with Denver Botanic Gardens and Four Mile Historic Park for summer concert series. Monthly community events include open mic nights and vinyl listening clubs.
Community Outreach
Our outreach initiatives bring music education to under-resourced communities through school assemblies, after-school programs, and partnerships with organizations like the Rocky Mountain Region VA Medical Center. We focus on making music accessible to veterans, aging populations, and individuals with developmental challenges through both in-person programming and collaborative partnerships across the Denver metro area.
People
Jessy Clark
Chief Executive Officer
With a decade of nonprofit operations experience, Jessy oversees revenue generation and program development. A multi-instrumentalist, she plays guitar, uke, and bass while leading organizational strategy. She has extensive experience in systems management and team development.
Kome Muller
Chief Financial Officer
Kome brings extensive nonprofit finance experience, having previously managed finances for a breast cancer and AIDS/HIV organization. She combines her passion for music with financial expertise, overseeing Swallow Hill's fiscal operations while enjoying outdoor activities at her Colorado cabin.
Tyler Breuer
School & Outreach Director
Tyler develops music programming that meets community needs, drawing on experience with Denver music and social justice nonprofits. He coordinates teacher teams and manages curriculum development while balancing fatherhood and performing in a cumbia band.
Joshua Abeyta
Senior Manager, Little Swallows
With over a decade as a freelance educator and musician, Joshua manages 8 instructors and 21 partner schools. He expands the Little Swallows program while performing solo and with bands Los Mocochetes and The Xisme across Denver's music scene.
Cecile Kerr
Development Director
Cecile has 15+ years of arts nonprofit experience, including roles as COO and Artistic Director. She holds degrees in Violin Performance and Non-Profit Management, focusing on relationship-building to secure financial support for Swallow Hill's mission-driven programs.
Questions
Is Swallow Hill a nonprofit organization?
Yes, we're a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit with tax ID #84-0781725.
What types of music classes do you offer?
We provide core group classes, specialty workshops, ensembles, and private lessons for all skill levels across multiple genres.
Do you offer financial assistance for music classes?
Yes, tuition assistance is available for students aged six months to adult through our application process.
Are concerts open to all ages?
All our concerts are family-friendly and open to all ages, with children under 2 admitted free.
Do you have music therapy programs?
Yes, our board-certified therapists provide individual sessions and specialized programs for dementia patients and adults with developmental disabilities.
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