Get involved
grab a pickThere's a part for everyone.
Whether you play, organize, or just want to help, your time goes straight to students in recovery.
What's happening
Come hear us play.
Nothing on the calendar right now — sign up for updates at the bottom of the page and we'll let you know about the next one.
Volunteer to teach
Share what you play.
We need music teachers to lead lessons at recovery programs throughout the Denver and Boulder metro areas. Our volunteer musicians are the Road Crew.
What we look for
- You play guitar — other instruments welcome too
- Patience, reliability, and respect for people in recovery
- Availability for a weekly 45-minute lesson
- A background check and a meeting with our director
- Not sure your playing level is right? Reach out — we'll talk it through
Skills-based volunteering
Not a musician? Your skills still make music happen.
Every lesson depends on work that happens off-stage. Give a few hours of what you already do well.
Marketing, social media & events
Share our students' progress online and help plan benefit shows, open mics, and instrument drives.
Photography & video
Capture lessons and shows (with permission) so people can see the impact.
Have a skill we didn't list? Tell us in the form.
For recovery programs
Bring music to your students.
If you run a recovery, treatment, or life-renewal program in the Denver or Boulder area, we'd love to talk about bringing free lessons on-site.
Is there a cost to our program?
No. There is no cost to your program, and lessons are free for your residents.
What does a lesson look like?
Lessons are 45 minutes, once a week, taught one-on-one or two-on-one. Students learn anything from basic chords to more advanced techniques, depending on their level.
How are volunteer teachers screened?
Every volunteer teacher passes a background check and meets with our director before teaching.
What do we need to provide?
Just a space for lessons and a time that works for your residents. We provide everything else.
How do we get started?
Fill out the form at the bottom of this page, or email director@musictogrowby.org. We'll set up a call to talk about your program and your residents.
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