Brad Lutton, Store Manager

Brad is the Store Manager at Knapton Musik Knotes, and he thoroughly enjoys the opportunity to pass along his love of music to people of all ages. 

Brad has worked in the music industry since the mid 90’s.  He teaches guitar, bass, ukulele and banjo—he also enjoys playing drums and piano.    He’s the guitarist/back-up vocalist/dancer in the Local Band 2211.  When he’s not playing or teaching music, Brad enjoys all different types of sports.  GO PACK GO!

In his younger years, Brad had long curly locks, but now….he does not.

Robin Westby

Robin teaches guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, piano, mandolin, trumpet, and drums at Knapton Musik Knotes

Robin began playing the guitar at age 15 when she started taking lessons at Knapton.  She fine-tuned her performance skills with Rock County 4H, Show Choir, and Heat Wave. 

Robin plays lead guitar and sings in the local band Curb Appeal, which originated as a Knapton Rock Camp band.  

When she's not teaching or playing music, Robin stays busy with modeling and participating in Cosplay.  

Robin's favorite food is artichoke and her greatest regret in life so far is that she never learned how to whistle!

Ed Schultz

Ed has played guitar off and on for over 40 years.  He is a guitarist and the lead vocalist in the local band "Curb Appeal" which was started from a Knapton Musik Knotes Rock Camp.  He also plays in his church's Praise Band.

Ed has over 32 guitars, and he is still "shopping" every time new models arrive.  In addition to collecting those, he also really likes shoes, owning around 100 pairs!  

Ed also has a weakness for Mentos, and we can bribe him to do just about any chore around the store for them!

Another fun fact:  Ed appears dancing in a Duran Duran video "The Reflex" at 1:29-1:33.  The next time you see him, ask him for his autograph!

Everett Edwardson

Everett’s dad was a drummer in many different bands over the years, so it was only natural that he was introduced to music at a young age! What started as an interest in drums led to interest in all things music.

In 6th grade, Everett learned that he was a prodigy at playing the alto saxophone. He was also a member of his schools choir and had the same choir director throughout junior high and high school. During his senior year of high school he took a Music Theory semester course which really sparked his overall interest in music. It was in that class where he learned a lot of different theoretical ideas that helped him discover some new ideas that can transpose to every instrument there is.

Everett recently picked up guitar and is taking the time to practice every night. He hopes to one day be able to start teaching lessons about Music Theory and how to play instruments such as the Saxophone, Piano, Guitar, Uke and Drums.

Helaina Baker

Helaina has been playing piano for 10 years. When she’s not at school or at Knapton, you can find her playing with the Turtle Creek Chamber Orchestra!

Isai Mata

Isai has been playing music ever since he was 11 years old, playing the trombone in the 6th grade alongside his school’s orchestra. He would continue to learn guitar, piano and drums playing for his church’s band!

Ever since joining Knapton Musik Knotes he has expanded his musical repertoire by learning bass, ukulele, and his current expedition, banjo.

Isai currently gives lessons for guitar, piano, and drums with a specialty in Classical Spanish, Indie & Folk and Alternative Rock!

He is also a bilingual speaker so do not be afraid to speak to him in Spanish. Muchos gracias!

Nicole Heling

Highly self motivated, creative, and passionate Music Instructor and teacher with a lifelong love of music. I have been privileged to find a fulfilling career working in education for the past several years, with both adults and children. Through my teaching philosophy, one should focus on the learner and their journey towards success by collaborating, inspiring and empowering others, all while keeping an open mind to new possibilities.

Olivia Rockers