Every day, we watch our students grow from beginner musicians to confident and inspiring rock stars in their community. Browse photos, videos, posts and more to find out why School of Rock Alexandria is more than just your local music school.
The School of Rock Headliner Award recognizes schools that consistently demonstrate exceptional performance in the delivery of our core mission - enriching lives through performance-based music education. To be eligible, schools must exhibit an exemplary level of achievement in the areas of school safety, utilization of the patented School of Rock Method™, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence over the course of the calendar year. Headliner award recipients represent schools that have not only met, but surpassed all expectations, in all categories.
You can schedule a TRIAL onlineor call us to schedule a free trial lesson. We’ll guide you through program options, instrument choice, and scheduling.
Pricing varies by program, location as well as skill and age. Contact your local School of Rock for detailed tuition information. We offer monthly payment plans and flexible scheduling. A FREE TRIAL LESSON and tour of the school can help place you or your child in the right band program
School of Rock teaches guitar, bass guitar, drums, keyboard + piano, and singing. What sets School of Rock apart from traditional music lessons is our Method™ which combines one-on-one instruction with group rehearsals and live performances, teaching students how to play together as a band.
School of Rock uses a patented performance-based music education method that builds musical proficiency through our proprietary Method Engine, Method App, Method Book collection, and SongFirst approach.
Learn MoreYes, as part of the School of Rock Method, our SongFirst™ approach uses classic songs to teach technique and music theory. This method helps students remain excited about their music education and eager to practice.
Learn MoreSchool of Rock teaches instruments including guitar, bass guitar, drums, keyboard + piano, and singing.
Learn MoreSchool of Rock is perfect for beginning musicians and intermediate and advanced musicians, too. School of Rock works to develop each student's skills to be stage-ready for performance.
Our Little Wing music program is offered for children as young as 4 years old.
Learn MoreWe have programs for all ages! Our programs include:
Little Wing (ages 3–5)
Rookies (ages 6–7)
Rock 101 (ages 8–13)
Performance Program (ages 8–18)
Adult Program (18+)
House Band & AllStars (by audition)
We go beyond scales and sheet music our students learn by playing actual rock songs in a band. This performance-based model keeps students motivated and builds real-world musical skills.
Most students attend one weekly private lesson and one weekly group rehearsal. Additional practice at home is encouraged to prepare for upcoming performances.
Not at all! We welcome beginners as well as advanced musicians. Our instructors tailor lessons to each student’s skill level and learning pace.
Yes! Live performance is the heart of our program. Students rehearse as a band and perform at real venues in front of audiences several times a year.
Absolutely. Advanced students can audition for House Band (local gigs) and AllStars (national tour of elite students). These programs offer unique performance experiences and mentorship. We even have ADULT BAND that can get you in a real band making friends and rockin local venues.
You can get 1on1 lessons anywhere, we specialize on the performance-based model that keeps students motivated and builds real-world musical skills. New to your instrument, then YES we can set you up with 1on1 lessons with the INTENTION to join one of our band programs as soon as you're ready.
School of Rock sells guitars, bass guitars, drums, keyboards, microphones, recording equipment, amplifiers, effects pedals and much more through our exclusive GearSelect program. We’ve partnered with some of the music industry’s biggest brands to offer everything students need. Browse over 1,000 products.
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