Silverlake Music Conservatory Marks 25th Year

Silverlake Music Conservatory will celebrate its 25th year on October 17 with an event featuring Red Hot Chili Peppers, Dave Grohl, Vince Staples and Marc Maron. The event will take place at the Hollywood Palladium instead of the institution's traditional special dinner.

Silverlake Music Conservatory was founded in 2001 by Michael "Flea" Balzary, Keith "Tree" Barry and Peter Weiss. The conservatory provides music lessons to more than 900 students each week.

Its scholarship program covers lesson, instrument and event expenses for more than 200 students who cannot afford them. The conservatory holds a fundraising event each year to raise the $1.5 million it needs to continue its annual activities.

Tickets for the October 17 event are on sale, including sponsorship packages and VIP options.