Lauren Bales holds a BA in music (2016) from Metropolitan State University of Denver in Denver, Colorado, where she studied both jazz and classical music, performed in both jazz and classical ensembles, and was invited to join the Pi Kappa Lambda music honor society. While at MSU Denver, she studied solo and choral voice, piano, and guitar.

Ms. Lauren has marched on drumlines, directed choirs, accompanied other musicians of many stripes, sung in concert halls and on porches, and has had a marvelous time. She plans to continue making music and happily invites you to join the party.

Any kind of lessons from Ms. Lauren comes with a hearty helping of music theory and history because understanding the concepts and context of previous awesome sound prepares our paths to more awesome sound — which is not only super fun for individuals but also has the mighty power to link cultures and generations in profound ways. Music is truly a gateway to connected humanity.

Previously, she earned a BS in sociology (2008) and an AS in behavioral science (2007).

After spending time in various industries and teaching lessons on the side, Ms. Lauren realized that teaching music is her very favorite thing, so she immersed herself in a course of study to prepare to teach full-time. She has been teaching music in Colorado since 2012.