Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Musical Instruments & Music Education in Wheat Ridge
Established in 1946, Rockley Music has served the Denver metro area as a family-owned business dedicated to fostering musical growth through instrument sales, education, and repair services. Our expertise spans grand pianos, violins, cellos, and digital instruments, supported by a team of certified technicians and educators with decades of combined experience. We prioritize customer trust through rigorous staff background checks, quality instrument rentals for students, and community-focused initiatives like the Rockley Family Foundation.Our piano moving specialists handle all instrument types across the region, while our education center offers personalized instruction from professionals active in local symphonies and bands. With a NAMM 75-Year Milestone Award recognition, we combine historical legacy with modern service standards to maintain our reputation as Colorado's premier music destination.
Services
Grand Pianos
Vertical Pianos
Digital Pianos
Piano Accessories
Piano Moving
Violin Shop
Violas
Cellos
Music Lessons
Instrument Repairs
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1946 with generational music industry expertise
- Certified piano technicians and background-checked music instructors
- Award-winning commitment to musical education and community support
- Specialized piano moving services for all instrument types
- Comprehensive repair coverage for purchased bowed string instruments
Associations and certifications
- NAMM 75-Year Milestone Award
Services
Piano Sales
Offering premium grand, vertical, and digital pianos from renowned brands. Our specialists help customers select instruments matching skill levels and space requirements. We provide detailed product knowledge and after-purchase support for residential and institutional clients.
Music Lessons
Personalized lessons for all ages taught by degreed professionals performing in local ensembles. Curriculum includes classical training, contemporary techniques, and early childhood music development programs using proven pedagogical methods.
Piano Moving
Professional moving services for all piano types using specialized equipment and trained technicians. We handle local relocations and complex moves requiring stair navigation or long-distance transport across the metro area.
String Rentals
Quality violin, viola, and cello rentals for students with flexible upgrade options. Our rental program includes maintenance support and fair market-value purchase pathways for developing musicians.
Instrument Repairs
Expert repair for purchased instruments including regulation, voicing, and structural restoration. Our technicians maintain factory specifications for acoustic instruments and digital equipment, with warranties on all service work.
People
David Styer
Music Instructor
Specialized violin educator with advanced music degree and performance experience in Denver orchestras. Implements proven pedagogical techniques for students of all skill levels.
Claudia Mickelson
Violin Instructor
Professional violinist offering personalized instruction grounded in classical training and contemporary performance practices. Active participant in Denver's music education community.
Dr. Adam Riggs
Cello Instructor
Doctorate-holding cello specialist with expertise in Suzuki method instruction. Performs regularly with local ensembles and mentors students toward professional development.
Joy Barrett
Piano Instructor
Early childhood music development specialist with group class expertise. Creates engaging learning environments for young beginners using interactive teaching methods.
Dr. Adam Bartczak
Brass Instructor
Doctorate-level brass educator with comprehensive knowledge of classical and modern performance techniques. Develops customized curricula for trumpet, trombone, and French horn students.
Questions
What piano types do you carry?
We offer grand pianos, vertical pianos, and digital pianos from top manufacturers, with inventory ranging from beginner models to professional concert-grade instruments.
Do you provide music lessons for children?
Yes, we offer specialized programs for young beginners including group classes and private instruction tailored to children's learning needs and attention spans.
Are your piano movers insured?
Our professional moving team carries full liability insurance and uses specialized equipment to ensure safe transport of all piano types during local moves.
What string instruments can I rent?
We offer violin, viola, and cello rentals with flexible terms, including maintenance support and purchase options at fair market value for advancing students.
How are instructors screened?
All teachers undergo criminal background checks and provide professional references. Our faculty includes degreed musicians with active performance careers in Denver's music scene.
Do you service non-purchased instruments?
Our repair services currently apply only to instruments purchased from Rockley Music Center, ensuring quality control and warranty coverage for all technical work performed.
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