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Spring Summer 2023 Performance Season Announced!

Mondays: 5:30-7:30pm

Unleashed: Early Heavy Metal 

Ready to rock out like a true metal legend? Join the ‘Unleashed: Early Heavy Metal’ Performance Group and dive into the power and intensity of early heavy metal music!  This dynamic group is designed for aspiring rockers who want to master the techniques, styles, and stage presence of classic heavy metal bands like Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, and Deep Purple.  
You'll study the unique characteristics of early heavy metal, including its blues-based roots, complex song structures, and genre-defining tones, and discover how these elements contributed to the evolution of the genre.  But it's not just about playing the music - it's about performing it with power and precision! We provide the perfect platform for you to unleash your inner metalhead and rock the stage like a true metal icon. Enroll now and prepare to shred, riff, and headbang your way to metal greatness!

 

TUESDAYS 5:30-7:30pm

Punk and Beyond

Want to delve into the gritty and rebellious world of CBGB-era punk and post-punk? Join our exciting Punk and Beyond performance group this summer and explore the influential music, culture, and history of this iconic era! 
This group will take you on an immersive journey through the CBGB scene, which birthed a musical revolution in New York City during the 1970s and 1980s. You'll dive into the genre-defining sounds of punk and post-punk bands like The Ramones, Blondie, Talking Heads, Patti Smith, and more, and examine how they reshaped the landscape of music, fashion, and art.  Enroll now and be part of a unique learning experience that will ignite your passion for this historical time in rock.

 WEDNESDAYS 5:30-7:30pm

Rock Legends & More

 

Get ready to rock the stage with the timeless hits of bands like The Kinks, The Cars, and The Who! Join our Pop Rock Legends performance group, and immerse yourself in the iconic sounds and styles of these influential bands. 
Through engaging lessons and live rehearsals you'll delve into the songwriting, vocal harmonies, guitar licks, and keyboard melodies that define the pop rock genre. You'll also study the historical context, cultural impact, artistic influences, and a deep understanding of the artists that helped put the pop in pop-rock.  Enroll in the  Rock Legends group to unleash your inner rock star and make the music of these iconic bands come alive! 

 SATURDAYS: 1:30-3:30pm

Chart Toppers: The Music of Max Martin 

Step into the world of pop music's hit-making maestro, Max Martin, with our ‘Chart Toppers: The Music of Max Martin’ group this summer! Join us and unlock the secrets of hits made famous by Bon Jovi, Britney Spears, Taylor Swift, and The Weeknd, and more.
 
This group is designed for aspiring singers, songwriters, producers, and players who want to study the art of creating pop hits that dominate the charts. You'll analyze Max Martin's iconic hits, dissecting their structure, chord progressions, vocal arrangements, and production elements. Join us now and get on the fast track to becoming a pop music sensation!
 

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