FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CONCERTS & EVENTS
What are the tech specifications for Swallow Hill venues?
Download the Swallow Hill Tech Spec Document here. It provides information for Daniels Hall, Tuft Theatre and The Café.
How can I get a Swallow Hill Musician to perform at my wedding/party/event?
Check our Musician Referral page, which lists local artists who are available to play at a variety of events. You are also welcome to post a notice on our bulletin board outside the Café. (Unfortunately, Swallow Hill does not have the staff time to help the public book artists for events.) Since many Swallow Hill musicians make their living at least partially as performers, they are not usually available to perform for free or for exposure. However, you may be able to find students who are willing to play for little compensation.
Who do I contact if I would like to be a performing artist at Swallow Hill?
Mail or drop off a CD and contact information to our Booking Department at 71 East Yale Avenue, Denver, CO 80210. We highly recommend you review our booking procedures before submitting your information by reviewing the PDF here.
Where can I find more detailed information about the artists in the Concert Series?
Information can be found on the concert schedules or in the concert close-up book located at the front desk at Swallow Hill.
MUSIC SCHOOL
How do I contact a teacher about lessons?
All communications with our faculty (including scheduling lessons) are done through our staff at the front desk. If you’d like to schedule a lesson, or have any questions about lessons, please inquire at the front desk, or call (303) 777-1003.
Where are lessons taught?
All music lessons (including private lessons and group lessons) are taught at Swallow Hill’s facility at 71 E. Yale Ave. in Denver, unless otherwise noted in the description. Unfortunately, our teachers cannot come to private homes to give music lessons.
Where do I park?
Swallow Hill has a FREE parking lot caddy-corner to the school at the corner of Lincoln and Yale (Map of Swallow Hill).
What is your cancellation policy for group classes?
If the minimum enrollment is not met, classes are cancelled 24 hours before they start. Enroll early to ensure classes run.
What is the private lesson cancellation policy?
All transactions are non-refundable. If you need to cancel a private lesson, call the front office at (303) 777-1003 ext 2. All lessons must be cancelled 24 hours in advance to be given credit on your swallow hill account good for one (1) year from the date it was issued. Saturday, Sunday and Monday lessons must be cancelled by 3 pm the day prior to the lesson to receive credit. For all contract lessons; only one lesson may be cancelled a month with 24 hours in advance notice in order to not be charged.
What are your refund, credit and transfer policies for group classes?
Students may drop or transfer to another class before the 3rd class starts. Partial prorated credits are given for dropped classes. If the 3rd class has started, there are no credits available. Should a class not meet minimum enrollment, the class will be cancelled the day prior to class start at which time all students will be contacted and given an automatic credit on their Swallow Hill account. Swallow Hill does provide refunds for cancelled classes upon request. Credits are good for (1) year from date of issue. Please stop by or call the Front Desk for any of these issues at (303) 777-1003.
Do you offer Financial Aid?
Partial financial aid is available for groups classes and is awarded based on need. Interested students can call Denise at (303) 777-4394, or stop by. Download the Kids Guitar Class Scholarship Application Form (for children 7-12, funded by Rocky Mountain Audio Fest). Click here to download the General Scholarship Application Form.
I am interested in teaching at Swallow Hill. Who do I contact?
If you are interested in applying for position as a teacher, please contact Michael Schenkelberg at (303) 777-1003 x205 or michael(at)swallowhillmusic.org.
SWALLOW HILL RESOURCES
How do I contact the front office?
Call 303.777.1003 ext. 2 for the Swallow Hill Front Office.
Does Swallow Hill sell CDs?
Yes, we stock a limited quantity of CD’s recorded by members of our faculty. If you’d like a more complete selection of local, national and international artists, try:
- Denver Folklore Center at 1893 S. Pearl Street (303-777-4786)
- Twist & Shout at 300 East Alameda Avenue. (303-722-1943)
- Cheapo Discs 2162 S. Colorado Blvd. (303-691-3499)
Does Swallow Hill offer school assemblies?
Yes, Swallow Hill has a comprehensive selection of School Assemblies available. For more information, contact Denise Bullard, Associate School Director at 303-777-4394 or Denise(at)swallowhillmusic.org.
Can I rent a room or a space at Swallow Hill?
Yes! Refer to our Facilities Rental page for a description of available facilities. For more information, contact David Weingarden, Director of Concerts at 303-777-1908 or david(at)swallowhillmusic.org.
Does Swallow Hill sell new or used instruments or sheet music or accessories?
No – contact:
- Harry Tuft at the Denver Folklore Center 303-777-4786
- Acoustic Music Revival 303-744-1737
- Kolacny Music 303-722-6081
Does Swallow Hill tune or fix instruments?
No – contact:
- Harry Tuft at the Denver Folklore Center 303-777-4786
- Acoustic Music Revival 303-744-1737
- Kolancy Music 303-722-6081
- Dan’s Piano Service 303-421-8295
- Chris Herbert – professional guitar repair 303-778-7138
- Von’s Violin Shop 303-778-1349
- Marty Sweeney – piano tuner 303-431-1330