School of Rock

The Paul Green School of Rock Music, established 1998

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Staff

Rick Carney Branch Manager, Musical Director, guitar, bass, drums, vocals

Branch Manager Rick Carney is a respected 20 year veteran of the Austin music scene. Rick has toured the US several times, playing over 1000 shows with Jesus Christ Superfly, Gravy Boat and EMG. Rick received a four star review in Guitar World magazine and won the 2004 Crossroads Guitar Contest. In addition to performing, Rick has worked as a producer, recording engineer, booking agent and road manager.

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Jason McMaster vocals

Jason is a classic Rock and Roll frontman. After leading the technical thrash band Watchtower (which also featured future Dokken guitarist Billy White), Jason went on to front the legendary Dangerous Toys (Colombia Records). The Toys toured the world, were featured on MTV and earned a gold album. When he's not teaching at Rock School, Jason is on the road with his latest outfit Broken Teeth. Jason is also featured in the Rush tribute dvd "Cygnus and the Seamonsters" leading an all-star band featuring Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater)and Paul Gilbert.

www.brokenteeth.com

Mike Franklin Guitar

Originally from the great North, Mike plays with the Long Shadows and Midwest Monster and was once part of the Amish Armada. Sports some fine Western wear.

Shannon Deane bass, guitar

Shannon currently plays lead guitar with
pyschobilly veterns the Flametrick Subs. She also holds down bass duty with industrial rockers Pail.

Ahmed Garcia guitar

Ahmed is vetern of the Austin Metal scene having played lead guitar in Hurlant and Anger Management. Ahmed is also well versed in flamenco and middle eastern music.

Travis Woodard drums

Travis is well versed in all styles of music and is in high demand as for his work on stage and in the studio. He currently plays with blues legend W.C. Clark as well as the Free Brass Cartel.

George Mack vocals, keys, drums, bass

George is a master of several instruments and has worked as a vocalist, bassist, drummer, guitarist, programmer and sax player for projects all over the country. He currently sings and plays guitar in Superposition.