801 Sterling Parkway Lincoln CA 95648
Monday - Friday 3pm to 7:30pm * Saturdays Special Events Only

FOUNDED JANUARY 2020

BEST MUSIC INSTRUCTION

2 X MOST UNIQUE BUSINESS

2 X BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE

BEST LINCOLN BUSINESS

BEST OFFICE STAFF

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BEST COMPANY TO WORK FOR

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ROCKSTAR REDEFINED

WE JUST DO IT DIFFERENTLY!

Statistics prove it. Traditional music lessons are boring and uninspiring. Our approach is different. First choose your instrument & desired lesson length/frequency. Now choose a style that fits you best. One on one, groups, or our exciting performance series which combines one on one lessons with a group/band experience too. There are many options to help you find your inner rockstar.

THERE IS POWER IN PERFORMANCE!

RockStar performance program makes learning fun. Each week our students are working on music they know and love. Yes, we teach theory. Yes, they learn to read music. Yes, it's one on one, individualized learning. What makes it unique is once a month, our students join forces in a band of their own and play and perform the very songs they have learned that month. Every few months, our RockStar bands perform a live concert in our very own, RockStar performance Center.

ITS THE PATH TO PERFORMANCE

TOP INSTRUCTORS

EACH OF OUR HAND SELECTED INSTRUCTORS ARE DEDICATED EDUCATORS WITH A PASSION FOR HELPING STUDENTS ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS.

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Steve
Founder

Karen
Music Director
Drums

Grace
Drums

Ethan
Guitar & Bass

Austin
Guitar

Ben
Piano

Dylan
Guitar & Bass

Stevie
Jack Of All Trades

Ismael
Drums & Percussion

Jason
Guitar & Bass

Eric "EQ" Young
Bass & Vocals

Christiana
Piano

Gracie
Theater & Vocals

Ross
Production Master

David
Violin & Viola

Matt
Piano/Vocal

Jet
Piano

Amalia
Dance

Cora
Piano/Guitar

Riley
Guitar/Piano

Justin
Guitar

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Julissa provides us with a sneak peek of Rockstar Music Academy's newest Theatre in Lincoln

Good Day Sacramento Rockstar Music Academy Part 1

Good Day Sacramento Rockstar Music Academy Part 2

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Rockstar Music Academy Ribbon Cutting

Rockstar Music Academy on Lincoln Live!

STEVE - FOUNDER

Born in Chicago and raised in the San Francisco bay area, BASS is Steve's middle name. Since 1985, Steve has been laying down the groove for a wide variety of musical projects. From arena style rock to contemporary collaborations to modern country music, Steve has been there and ROCKED that! His rhythmic sensibility and melodic approach coupled with extensive recording, performing and touring experience are all important elements in delivering the very best musical education for you and your family. At Rockstar Music Academy we don't just teach music, we live it and love it.

Rockstar Music Academy is fortunate to have an amazing array of premiere players ready to show you what makes them rock. Meet the Director of our drumming division and instructor extraordinaire… Karen!!! Karen grew up in a musical family and from the age of 10 she toured northern California with her family band playing songs from the 50’s 60’s and top 40’s. She has performed at multiple locations across California and she was even sponsored by Coca Cola. Karen appeared on cable and television programming weekly and received music scholarships for outstanding achievement on multiple occasions. Over the years Karen has polished her craft by studying under drum masters such as Benny Greb, David Garibaldi, Mike Johnston, and Tony Dey. She is continually growing as a player by learning new linear patterns, independence exercises, permutations, poly-rhythms, world grooves, and the coolest show off licks.

Playing the drums is Karen’s passion and teaching the drums is what she loves to do. Her joy stems from helping students to reach their drumming goals and potential. With Rockstar Music Academy and drum lessons with Karen…. There are no limits!

MEET GRACE * DRUM INSTRUCTOR * Girls just hit harder! That’s the drive behind multi-instrumentalist Grace! Although her forte is behind the kit, Grace can also flex her chops on both guitar and bass too! Coming from a rich family history of drumming, her dad was a performing player and appeared on over 30+ recordings! And Grace holds her own LIVE with performances with members of Heart, Tracy Chapman, Pablo Cruise and the Tubes. Whether it's rock, metal or the blues, Grace can help you find your true groove.

MEET ETHAN – GUITAR BASS & UKE INSTRUCTOR – Born and raised right here in Lincoln, Ethan has rocked our area for years! From punk gigs with GEN WHY to his current project KEN and ETHAN, this Rockstar has all the right moves. Well versed in many styles but a true passion for folk, jazz and classical guitar. His background includes teaching in a special education capacity and he is also actively pursuing his music degree. And with 15+ years under his belt, Ethan has just the right experience to help you find your mojo too!

MEET AUSTIN MO * GUITAR INSTRUCTOR * If you know music, you know MO! This blues & classic rock ace is literally a STAR on guitar. Voted a 2023 TOP 10 YOUNG BLUESBREAKER by GUITAR.COM, Austin has all the chops, technique and experience to quickly elevate your guitar playing. When he is not performing with the likes of TESLA, Y&T, JARED JAMES NICHOLS as well as collaborating with TESLA’S FRANK HANNON on his own original music, Austin is sharing his knowledge at the ROCKSTAR MUSIC ACADEMY. Are you ready to rock?? #allaboutawesome

MEET BEN * PIANO INSTRUCTOR * His passion is in the piano! Armed with his Associates Degree in Music, Ben is now on his way to extended education (BA) in both Music Theory & Piano Performance. His knowledge & performance experience is the perfect combination for helping students build strong foundations in both technique and fundamentals while expressing themselves through the music they love. A multiinstrumentalist, Ben also rocks the clarinet and spent over 6 years in the Placer County Youth Orchestra

MEET DYLAN - GUITAR & BASS INSTRUCTOR

He’s a homegrown Lincoln ROCKSTAR. With his roots deep in classic rock and the blues, Dylan's style and influences always shine through. Steeped in great music from Springsteen, Aerosmith and the Rolling Stones, he is ready to get you started or help take your game to the next level. Performing and recording his own original music, multi-instrumentalist Dylan does it all. His education includes his Associates Degree in Music (WITH HONORS),

Dylans positive attitude and easy going style are a perfect fit to help guide students of all ages and all skill levels. Call us at 916 409 2166 to schedule a no cost trial with Dylan today!!!

MEET STEVIE - He is the REASON for Rockstar!!! This guy helps out in every part of our day to day operations. He helps keep Rockstar ROCKING!! Hes an incredibly competent drummer (thanks Rockstar teachers!!) and an up and coming bassist AND guitarist. He is Lincolns next generation of awesome garage bands with big hopes & dreams!! It wont be long and he will be TEACHING too!! Stop by Rockstar and have Stevie give you a personal tour!!

MEET ISMAEL – DRUM INSTRUCTOR - From a young age, music mattered! It’s started with a song. Mariachi music lit the fire of desire and the trumpet it was!!! Fortunately, the music program had no openings for trumpet and Ismael discovered his true FIRE for percussion. His amazing musical abilities do not stop at the drum kit alone. A well rounded musician with influences and styles that include latin styles, rock pop & jazz, contemporary, orchestral, marching/drum line, and has even been in the orchestra pit. This working musician performs almost every weekend throughout Norcal and has even taken the stage with funk & jazz greats Mic Gillette of the Tower of Power and trombone powerhouse Bill Watrous. His Sacramento State education includes Music Therapy with a concentration in Behavior Therapy too.

MEET JASON – GUITAR & BASS INSTRUCTOR – It’s not often you meet a musician worthy of world travel….unless you are at Rockstar!!! A jet set performer and artist with 35 plus years of playing, recording and performance experience, Jason is a tenured music teacher with students at all levels of play. From Eddie Van Halen to Johnny Cash, the influences are all there. Jason even sat first chair guitar in the FOPC Orchestra. Locally grown and raised, Jason is stoked to share his knowledge, experience & passion with you!

IT’S TIME TO GET FUNKY! The Rockstar Music Academy has taken its R&B game to the next level. Meet Eric EQ Young, Rockstars bass and vocal specialists. Master of the stage and performer for the soul, EQ is a world renowned bassist that has laid down the groove with some of music’s biggest names! EQ has shared the stage with the industry’s best! From his 20 plus years with funk favorites CONFUNKSHUN to tours around the world with R&B staples THE GAP BAND (Burn Rubber, You Dropped the Bomb on Me) and the Dazz Band (Let It Whip) he is ready to share his knowledge, skills and passion to perform with you. Give us a call at 916-409-2166 to schedule your no cost tour and trial lesson with Eric and find your groove today!

MEET CHRISTIANA * PIANO INSTRUCTOR * SINCE THE AGE OF 7, CHRISTIANA HAS BEEN LEARNING & LOVING THE PIANO. WITH A TRUE PASSION FOR WATCHING STUDENTS GROW & IMPROVE, SHE IS THE PERFECT INSTRUCTOR FOR ALL AGES & SKILL LEVELS. HER ASSOCIATES DEGREE IN FAMILY STUDIES COUPLED WITH HER PIANO PEDAGOGY GIVE HER A SOLID KNOWLEDGE OF THE INSTRUMENT & HER IN DEPTH PLAYING; PERFORMING & TEACHING EXPERIENCE MAKE HER SECOND TO NONE.

MEET GRACIE * THEATER & VOCALS

MEET ROSS – Rockstars resident production pro. It’s always LIGHTS * CAMERA * ACTION when Ross is on the scene. Armed with his BS in physics, Ross has had an incredible journey. Graduating the USAF academy in 99, Ross went on to pilot in the Air Force for the next 20 years. Ross spent many years in control of the C-21 Learjet, the U-2 Dragon Lady and the T-38 Talon. While flying the U-2, Ross got started with photography. His amazing skills include video and audio production, drones, magic and incredible editing capabilities. Ross is married and has 3 amazing kids! Ross is all ROCKSTAR!!

MEET DAVID * VIOLIN & VIOLA INSTRUCTOR * Experience, passion and performance! David is the whole package! Having grown-up in Florida, the land of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and Frederick Delius, David was a violinist in the Florida Gulf Coast Symphony of Tampa, FL for over 6 years. His travels brought him as a violist to the American Philharmonic Orchestra of Carnegie Hall, New York City, and currently David is a violist in the Auburn Symphony and the Stockton Symphony. His theater resume includes productions of The Music Man, Chicago, and Cabaret, as well. This Rockstar instructor has also participated in the Music in the Mountains SummerFest Orchestra in Grass Valley since 2000.


MEET MATT * PIANO & VOICE INSTRUCTOR * EVERYONE LOVES MATT. HIS WELCOMING PERSONALITY PAIRED WITH HIS AMAZING SKILL SET & TALENT ARE A WINNER EVERY TIME! ROCKING HIS EDUCATION FROM UC DAVIS AND CONTINUING MUSIC EDUCATION AT SIERRA COLLEGE HIS INTELLIGENCE SHINES THROUGH. A MULTI INSTRUMENTALIST MATT ALSO SHREDS THE TRUMPET. HE EVEN HAS A SECRET MUSICAL THEATER BACKGROUND AS THE MALE LEAD IN EVITA & AGAIN IN ALL SHOOK UP! HE ALSO BRINGS COLLEGE LEVEL EXPERIENCE IN JAZZ, WIND SYMPHONY AND ORCHESTRA TOO.

MEET JET * PIANO INSTRUCTOR * Since the age of 9, Jet has been focused on music of all kinds. Her love of piano started early and expanded to trumpet, woodwinds, brass, strings and percussion. She was even a part of the Bell Choir where she toured as a part of the Whitechapel bells! Her piano expertise has allowed her to perform in musical theater productions ….from Oliver to Godspell & she has brought piano magic on tours throughout the United States & even Canada! Now rocking at the Rockstar Music Academy, Jet is ready to share her passion & knowledge with you!

MEET AMALIA * ROCKSTAR DANCE & MOVEMENT CHOREOGRAPHER *SINCE THE AGE OF 6, DANCING HAS BEEN A WAY OF LIFE. AMALIA IS A LINCOLN ROCKSTAR WITH 20 PLUS YEARS OF TEACHING EXPERIENCE INCLUDING 10 YEARS OF K THROUGH 12. HER STUDIES INCLUDE JAZZ, HIP HOP, TAP, BALLET AND EVEN HULA! EVERYONE KNOWS & LOVES AMALIA….SHE IS ALSO THE HEAD COACH & DIRECTOR OF THE TWELVE BRIDGES HIGH SCHOOL DANCE TEAM AND IS AN INSTRUCTOR WITH STARSTRUCK SHOWCASE. ARMED WITH HER B.A FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO, AMALIA IS READY TO SHARE HER PASSION FOR DANCE & MOVEMENT WITH YOU & YOUR FAMILY TOO.

MEET CORA * PIANO/GUITAR INSTRUCTOR * This amazing multi-instrumentalist is a total ROCKSTAR! A true master of music theory, Cora has just the right balance of experience & knowledge to ensure each student can reach for the stars. A skilled music producer & media/event producer, Cora knows all sides of the music industry. Top that off with her TWO musical bands and college education and you are in good hands with Cora.

MEET RILEY * GUITAR/PIANO INSTRUCTOR * This amazing self-taught musician has been working on his A game since the age of 6. Of course, his musical education includes studying both music production and orchestral composition. Big and small, Riley has rocked them all. His background includes designing, leading and even performing in productions of all sizes. Award winning in arts, media AND music composition, Riley is ready to help you build your talents.

MEET JUSTIN * GUITAR INSTRUCTOR * PLACER GROWN AND RAISED, THIS ROCKSTAR HAS ALL THE CHOPS AND THEN SOME. WITH OVER A DECADE OF PLAYING & PERFORMING EXPERIENCE, JUSTIN IS PASSIONATE ABOUT ALL TYPES OF ROCK. WITH A SOLID BACKGROUND ROOTED IN THEORY, JUSTIN IS READY TO ELEVATE YOUR PLAYING TO THE NEXT LEVEL. WHETHER YOU ARE LEARNING THE ROPES OR PREPPING FOR YOUR NEXT WORLD TOUR, JUSTIN HAS WHAT IT TAKES TO MAKE YOU THE STAR OF THE SHOW.