Originally from the Phoenix, AZ area, Lance moved to Flagstaff in the summer of 1985 to attend Northern Arizona University on a Music Scholarship and graduated with a Music Minor and Business Major. With the launch of Arizona Music Pro in 1994, Lance sought out to build a hub for local and touring musicians, a place where all musicians would feel comfortable and want to hang out, exchange stories and experiences and most importantly, would receive the highest level of customer service and product selection. Lance realized not only a personal dream, but a family tradition as well – Lance’s father and grandfather worked as music educators in the New Mexico and Arizona public school systems.  As public school art and music programs continue to face budget cuts, the opportunity for private sector influence grows, and Lance has been able to leverage a great deal of positive change in the Flagstaff community through the Az Music Pro Trophy Program, Flagstaff Children’s Music Festival, a strong dedication to the A.M.P. Lessons Academy and a strong commitment to Music Education.

A husband and father of two boys, Lance is a classically trained Double Bassist who has dabbled with the guitar, violin, the trombone, and a slew of other instruments. Lance currently plays with the Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra, Verde Valley Symphonietta and various Classic Rock & Blues compilations and can be found teaching with NAU Summer Music Camp or hosting master classes for local school music programs.

Teaches: Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo

Professional musician Brad Bays has been playing guitar for 36 years, teaching for 20 years. He has a BA in music from NAU, many hours recording, countless solo performances, and has played with several bands around the US. Brad teaches classical, jazz, rock, folk, country, slide, and bluegrass styles on guitar. On banjo he teaches bluegrass, clawhammer/frailing, and plectrum styles. He teaches mandolin as well as other folk instruments to all ages and levels of students.

Emilio has been studying and playing music for his whole life.  Anything he can get his hands on - Trumpet, Euphonium, Guitar, Piano, Voice, and Drums – have all contributed to his passion for rhythm and theory in music.  After his latest passion for the drumkit led to a letter of acceptance at Berklee College of Music in Boston, he knew drums were at the top of his list.  His love for rock, alternative, and metal was inspired by bands such as Paramore, Muse, and Of Mice & Men, and have set a strong foundation for fun, heavy hitting, technical drumming that is always a blast to play!  He also runs a remote studio business, for which he has played drums with local artists and continues to strive for musical expertise in many facets. 

Teaches: Violin

Annika is a violin player originally from Portland Oregon. She is classically trained in Suzuki and played in several different bands and Orchestras throughout her life. On top of classical music Annika is passionate about traditional old time, bluegrass and country styles. Since she was 11 years old she has played for square dances and participated in the rich community that surrounds music of many genres. In addition to playing music, Annika has taught classical as well as fiddle music for 10 years at music camps as well as through individual lessons. She also plays rhythm guitar, banjo, and sings in several different bands. Whether you’re looking to learn classical pieces, fiddle tunes, or to jam with friends around a campfire, Annika can help teach you a variety of ways to play the instrument.

Specialties: Appalachian old time fiddle, bluegrass/country fiddle, classical- suzuki violin.

CONTACT ANNIKA TODAY!

For private instruction appointments and inquiries contact Annika at

907-346-0728 OR annikalbrooks@gmail.com

Before Tony came on board at Arizona Music Pro he operated his own business for over 30 years as a handyman. His attitude has always been “if it’s broken, I can fix it”. Tony started his music career late in life. He picked up his first guitar at 20 years old and started songwriting. Now 44 years later he has added performing and instrument repair to his list of musical skills.

Today, Tony works as the lead guitar tech for AMP, handling the constant flow of guitars that come in needing repair. Tony is a Bronze level Certified Fender Tech and has attended classes at Roberto Venn School of Luthiery as well. Tony will have your instrument singing like new, with a friendly smile, every time.