Staff

Audio Department

Ryan Clement Audio - Keyboards
Ryan has been working for Grandma's for over 20 years. He started playing keyboards in various bands around Albuquerque and in Los Angeles. He has also composed for film and TV, and has worked on several albums. Email Ryan.

Baird Banner Audio & Commercial Sound Installation/Theatrical Lighting
Baird is a long time studio designer, engineer, producer, and audio equipment guru. He has worked with many artists, from Perry Como to Cameo, owns Kludgit Sound Recording Studio in Cerrillos and has a degree from UCLA. Have a tough audio problem? Ask Baird. He's a born problem solver. Email Baird.

Steven Baine DJ/Audio & Commercial Sound Installation/Theatrical Lighting
Steve wears so many hats so well. Lots of experience with professional sound installation for clubs, churches and etc. Email Steven.

Matt Chizmo Audio & Keyboards
Matt is a keyboard player/composer who spends most of his musical hours composing in Emagic Logic for his own enjoyment and the occasional CD Rom game, using his Macintosh and 25 year old collection of analog and digital synthesizers. Email Matt.

Scott Madden Audio
Drummer/DJ. Enjoys running live sound and highfives. Ask him to book your band. Email Scott.

Corey Reando Audio
I graduated from the Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences in Tempe, Arizona. I am Pro Tools 210m Certified. I play guitar and drums, and if I don't know what you're asking about I'll find out for you. Email Corey.

Brian Gallegos Audio/Commercial Sound Installation/Theatrical Lighting
Brian has a passion for superior live sound. He enjoys singing and playing guitar for Pontius Violet and in his free time he works with the Grandmas install team putting in some of the most sophisticated audio and lighting systems in the industry. Call or email Brian for all your pro audio and lighting needs. Email Brian.

Noah Argeanas Gigware / Keyboards / DJ / Lighting
I have been producing electronic music for 13 years and have been DJ'ing for 6. If you have any questions on software or dj/audio equipment I will be happy to answer your questions. Email Noah.

Colin Hazelbaker Audio
I am a recent graduate of the Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences. I am a certified ProTools Operator and have been recording local artist for the past five years. I am very happy to be a part of the Grandma's team and look forward to assisting you. Email Colin

Guitar Department

Michael Ostrander Guitars
Grandma's resident metalhead, and is keeping shred metal alive. Check out Mike's latest madness! Email Mike.

Andrew Castellano Guitars
Bass player for Albuquerque's PREMIER INDIE rock band COMPANY CIRCLE. Graduate of UNM' s Anderson School of Management and bilingual so if you would prefer to speak in spanish I am here to serve you. Email Andrew.

Joe Galle Guitar Manager
Great guitar player and a really nice guy! Here he is with Eric, his special friend. Email Joe.

Larry Otis Guitars/Guitar Tech
I'm a guitarist interested in pretty much everything. My current projects are a trio called "podinko" and a funky jazz group called "Big D's Jazz Posse". Email Larry.

Jesse McDermott Guitars
I've been in the scene for 15 years and counting! My goal is to make sure you get the perfect gear for your needs!Email Jesse.

John Sandlin Guitar Lessons
John has a Bachelor of Music degree from UNM and has 17 years playing experience and has taught for over 5 years. John can design a lesson plan for you covering Rock, Jazz, Blues, Gypsy, Classical and Music Theory. Lessons are $20 per 1/2 hour lesson plus a one time registration fee of $20.
Call our Guitar Department at 800-444-5252 for more information or contact John today!

Drum Department

Darin Newton Drum Manager
I've been playing drums since I was 9 years old. I'd be happy to help you with all your drumming needs. Email Darin.

Dan Camera Drums
He's played drums professionally since he's been 12. Born and raised in New York, Dan's been living in Albuquerque over thirty years. Email Dan.

Justin Berrington Drums
I'm a drummer interested mostly in rock and hip hop. I'm currently attending school for computer animation. Email Justin.

Gigware Department

Cynthia Cuellar Gigware
I have worked at Grandma's for 10 years. I am currently studying to be an financial accountant. If you are more comfortable dealing with us in Spanish I will be happy to translate and make sure our staff understands your needs. Email Cynthia.

Service Department

Duane "Butch" Lapp Service
With a great love of music and vast knowledge of electronics, the Service department is an ideal place for me. Email Butch.

Freddie Denetdale Service
Attended South West Indian Poly Tech Institute and is a Certified Electronics Tech. On my free time I enjoy music and car audio. I am happy to make it work. Email Freddie

John Miglio Service
John really serves no purpose, he just showed up one day. He is also the first employee of Grandma's to have played an instrument for 25 years without gaining any proficiency. Email John.

Shipping Department

Louis Tartaglia Shipping and Drums
Louis keeps a cool head in the midst of a daily avalanche of incoming and outgoing shipping. Email Louis.

Office Staff

Micky Patten Owner
Micky founded Grandma's Music & Sound 25 years ago. He has a B.A. in Music from the University of Minnesota. His pastimes include electric guitar, electric bass and early recordings. He is also serves on the board of the New Mexico Jazz Workshop and the New Mexico Music Commission. . Contact Micky if you have any questions.

Patty Patten Owner
Patty runs all of the bookkeeping at Grandma’s. She previously managed the No Appointments chain. Among her other interest is a passion for photography Email Patty.

Markus Adams Webmaster/Ebay/Guitars/Audio
I've been writing and recording music for 11 years now. On the weekends I spend my time as a live sound engineer and is always dedicated to your musical needs. Email Markus.