Our Team

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Megan Williams

Owner | Piano

Founder of Equinox and teacher, Megan has dedicated her life to making the world more musical. Megan studied music therapy at Colorado State University and has been teaching piano for 10 years. Her teaching style incorporates rhythm games and interactive activities to keep students engaged and motivated. By blending structured lessons with fun, hands-on approaches, Megan helps students develop strong musical skills while enjoying the learning process.

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Nick Melcher

Drums

Nick has been playing the drums for 24 years. Starting with training in drum line and jazz combos. He has played with various projects since and has performed at venues such as House of Blues in Dallas and Houston, TX. Most recently with a local Colorado band. Nick prides himself as a versatile drummer who can serve whatever the music requires. Nick is excited to start teaching again and work with the next generation of drummers.

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Brigitte Benson

Piano | Trumpet

Brigitte is a passionate and talented musician with many skills beyond the piano and trumpet. Brigitte is also a talented guitar player and vocalist and you can often see her gigging in the Colorado Springs area at bars and local coffee shops. Brigitte attended Colorado State University and received a bacholor’s in Music Therapy. When Brigitte isn’t healing others with her music or sharing it by performing, she is a patient and kind teacher to those just beginning their music journey. Her genuine personality and love for music is contagious - she is a wonderful fit for beginners, both children and adults alike.

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Jake Carter

Piano

Jake is a passionate and dedicated piano teacher who uses music to enhance the power of a moment. He brings melodies to life with infectious enthusiasm and inspires students of all ages to discover their own musical prowess. Jake is a teacher with over a decade of experience, he has a sincere love for music, especially classical and video game tunes. Jake is patient, encouraging, and believes music is not merely a skill—it’s a language of emotion, connection, and creativity. Whether he's guiding a beginner through their first scales or helping an advanced student prepare their hundredth recital, Jake’s goal is always the same: to make music feel alive, accessible, and deeply personal.