A Night to Remember!

🎸 Schoolhouse Rockout brought hundreds together for an unforgettable night of live music at Cervantes  — featuring Key of D, The Honey Empire, and Milquetoast & Co.

Thanks to your generosity, the event raised $35,629 from 278 donations, supporting Education Through Music-Colorado’s mission to ensure every child has access to high-quality music education.

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Event Supporters

Schoolhouse Rockout is made possible thanks to the generosity of our sponsors. Their support helps Education Through Music-Colorado bring the power of music education to thousands of students across the Denver metro area.

❤️ We are grateful to Speed Bay, Hercules Capital, Parsons Capital Management, ZS Capital Partners, Built to Lead, Cell Smart Sells, FirstBank, Hi Power Electric, Lisa Shaull / UMortgage, and Elkco Properties – Trybe Property Management for standing with us to ensure every child has access to the music education they deserve.

Meet the Bands

Three bands. Three unique sounds. Thank you to Key of D, Honey Empire, Milquetoast & Co. for their unforgettable performances. Explore their stories and styles below.

Key of D

Bringing groove, grit, and good vibes, Key of D returns with their signature mix of classic and contemporary rock with an improvisational twist. Formed in Denver by a group of music-loving dads — including two dedicated ETM-CO board members — this jam band blends musicianship with mission, uniting community and cause with every performance.
After a well-received appearance at last year’s Battle of the Bands, they’re back to open the night with the soulful spirit and infectious humor that have become their hallmark. Whether it’s a beloved cover or a feel-good jam, Key of D sets the tone for an evening full of music, meaning, and celebration.

The Honey Empire

The Honey Empire is a Denver-based indie-rock band fronted by powerhouse vocalists Kimberly Gionta and Yvette Frampton. Known for their lush harmonies, melodic guitar licks, and a nod to female-led ’90s alternative, their sound is bold, soulful, and unforgettable.
The band — featuring Kimberly, Yvette, Nick Golder, Ryan Skiles, and Blake Watts — delivers tight musicianship and heartfelt passion with every performance. Since the release of their debut album in 2019, they’ve continued to expand their reach with emotionally resonant singles like So Long My Love, Jealous, and Anyway.

Milquetoast & Co.

Denver-based Milquetoast & Co. (James McAndrew, Kyle Bocchieri, Daniel Zangari, Joe Engel, Ben Parrish) mingles high-intensity indie rock and angular elements of Americana with a melodramatic touch. The band’s music has drawn inspiration from artists such as Morphine, Lord Huron, Kate Bush, Father John Misty, Aldous Harding, Andrew Bird, DeVotchKa, Radiohead, Jacques Dutronc, and many others. The lyrics are abundantly self-aware and ironic without watering down the complexity of the human experience.

They’ll close out the night with a set as unpredictable and unforgettable as their sound.

A Legendary Venue

Located in Denver’s historic Five Points neighborhood, Cervantes is a cornerstone of Colorado’s independent music scene. Known for its eclectic programming and intimate atmosphere, the venue is a favorite among artists and audiences alike.

Cervantes has partnered with ETM-CO to champion the message that music belongs in every classroom. Through benefit concerts, ticket roundups, and community engagement, this growing collaboration is turning live music into lasting impact.

Schoolhouse Rockout took place at 📌 The Other Side — the sister venue to Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom.