Business Details
Your Trusted Music School in Aurora, CO
Performance Play Music School is a privately owned educational institution founded by brothers Dan and Joel Menchey to create a family-friendly environment for music learning. Our mission combines personalized instruction with performance-based learning, offering students of all ages opportunities to develop musical skills through private lessons, group sessions, and live performances. Dan Menchey, with over a decade of teaching experience and national touring credentials, leads as General Manager/Music Director, while Joel Menchey contributes his expertise from managing a multi-store music retail chain since 1995. We specialize in guitar, drums, piano, voice, and orchestral instrument instruction, complemented by performance tracks that place students in bands based on age, skill level, and musical preferences.Our Aurora facility provides access to professional equipment including drum kits, amplifiers, and PA systems, with structured programs for youth rock bands, adult ensembles, and seasonal summer camps. We offer flexible lesson durations (30, 45, or 60 minutes weekly), sibling discounts, and semi-private options for families. The school emphasizes practical music application through band collaborations, studio recordings, and live venue performances every 4-6 months. Our instructors undergo background checks and maintain expertise across multiple instruments and vocal training. Located in Aurora, Colorado, we serve local communities including Parker, Centennial, and Denver, with programs designed for beginners through advanced musicians.
Services
Private Music Lessons
Group Performance Bands
Summer Music Camps
Instrument Sales
Adult Music Ensembles
Semi-Private Lessons
Birthday Parties
Music Accessories
Band Equipment Rental
Performance Coaching
Highlights and features
- We offer free trial lessons with experienced, background-checked instructors
- Our performance-based curriculum develops practical music skills through band collaboration
- Flexible scheduling with sibling discounts and multiple weekly time slots
- Professional-grade equipment available for student use during lessons and rehearsals
- Summer camps combine music instruction with recording and live performance opportunities
What people say
Superior music education
Fun while making music
Lasting friendships
Well-rehearsed product
Choose their own songs
Services
Private Music Lessons
Personalized music instruction for all skill levels, featuring 30, 45, or 60-minute weekly sessions with background-checked instructors. Students receive tailored guidance on guitar, drums, piano, voice, or orchestral instruments. Our teachers combine technical training with practical application, helping learners master their chosen instrument while preparing for band participation or solo performances.
Group Performance Bands
Structured band programs for ages 7-17 and adults, placing students in groups based on skill level and musical preferences. Participants learn collaborative music-making, rehearse weekly, and perform live every 4-6 months. Includes access to professional equipment and director-led instruction covering song selection, chart reading, and sound management for comprehensive musical development.
Summer Music Camps
Week-long immersive music experiences from June to August, featuring rock/pop band formation, songwriting, and live performance preparation. Campers aged 7-17 receive daily instruction, create original music, and perform at a final showcase. Includes studio recording sessions and band branding activities, with sibling discounts and multi-week enrollment benefits available.
Instrument Sales
Retail store offering beginner instruments, music books, and accessories for students of all ages. Carries essential gear for guitar, piano, drums, and orchestral instruments. Provides convenient access to learning materials and performance equipment for both enrolled students and the broader music community in Aurora, Colorado.
Adult Music Sessions
Performance opportunities for adult musicians across multiple genres including rock, blues, jazz, and country. Weekly sessions feature professional chart materials, ensemble instruction, and sound engineering support. Participants prepare for biannual live venue performances and studio recordings, with optional private lessons available for additional skill development.
People
Dan Menchey
General Manager/Music Director
Dan Menchey has over a decade of music teaching experience in Colorado and has toured nationally as a drummer. As co-founder and creative force behind Performance Play Music School, he develops curriculum and teaches private lessons while managing daily operations.
Joel Menchey
Co-Founder
Joel Menchey established Menchey Music Service, a successful 8-store music retail chain, in 1995. Bringing his business expertise to Performance Play Music School, he provides operational guidance while maintaining his role as an acoustic musician and conservative counterpart to his brother Dan's creative direction.
Questions
What types of music lessons do you offer?
We offer private lessons for guitar, drums, piano, voice, and orchestral instruments with 30, 45, or 60-minute weekly sessions.
Do you provide free trial lessons?
Yes, we offer free trial lessons to help students experience our teaching approach before committing to monthly programs.
What performance opportunities are available?
Students can join youth rock bands, adult ensembles, or participate in summer camps that include live performances and studio recordings.
Are there discounts for multiple students?
Yes, we offer sibling discounts ranging from 10-20% for additional family members enrolled in our programs.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Aurora, Parker, Centennial, and Denver communities from our Saddle Rock location.
Do you sell musical instruments?
Yes, our store offers beginner instruments, music books, and accessories for students of all ages and skill levels.
