Our Spring season is nearly over and we have an amazing show line-up that we are excited to share with you all! Please read through the entire sign up to stay up to date on the latest School of Rock Ashburn information. We place students in the show that will be educational for the students' musical and social growth. Not every student will get their first choice show. Bands will be cast not only based on first-come, first-served responses but by instrumentation as well.
Seasonal Timeline:
Season starts the week of June 8th
MidSeason Showcase - August 22nd or 23rd
Production Fees - August 15th
End Of Season Show - September 26th & 27th
PERFORMANCE PROGRAM
The Performance Program is School of Rock's hallmark music program, where tens of thousands of students enroll each year for ages 11-18yrs old. Read more about our performance program HERE.
Mondays - Modern Metal with Adam 6-8pm
The Modern Metal show traces the evolution of metal music from the turn of the century to the present day, and focuses on bands who kept the virtuosic spirit of metal alive while incorporating more contemporary techniques into their sound, such as an emphasis on melody and harmony, and modern studio production. Artists such as Disturbed and Slipknot rose to prominence with the popularity of Nu-Metal, while Metalcore bands such as Killswitch Engage and The Dillinger Escape Plan brought the genre into the 2010s. The Modern Metal show will celebrate this next generation of metal artists - including Avenged Sevenfold, Tool, Baroness, Gojira, System of a Down, Lamb of God, Mastodon, and more! This is a super challenging show for all instruments, as the speed and precision of this music requires quite a bit of proficiency to master.
Tuesdays- Pop Legends with Chris 6-8pm
Before there was Rock and Roll, there was Pop. Short for Popular, Pop music was whatever was popular at that moment. The Pop Legends show will celebrate the impact that acclaimed artists have made on the music industry. It will encompass a vast timeline of Pop Music ranging from the 60s through today, including artists such as Carol King, Aretha Franklin, Mariah Carey, Madonna, Taylor Swift, Stevie Nicks, Michael Jackson, Amy Winehouse, Adele and many more. This show is a great challenge for “Rock” guitar players who want to work on new chord shapes and voicings. Bass players will be able to work on very challenging melodic parts in support of drummers who will learn limb independence on many of the parts. Vocalists’ skills will be pushed with the level of singing and performing required in this show, while keyboardists will be heavily represented in these well-known arrangements.
Wednesdays - Blues Legends with Eric 6-8pm
The Blues is a genre that transcends time and cultural boundaries, and has influenced, in some capacity, nearly every song that has come since its original inception. This show is a crash course in the great blues players over the years and within its setlist, it shows how the torch was passed throughout the years. From the original blues pioneers to the '80s blues revival and beyond, this show is not only a great lesson in instrument improvisation, but also why the blues will never fade away! Traditional artists like Howlin’ Wolf, Muddy Waters, Koko Taylor, and Albert King will be showcased, along with more contemporary blues masters like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimmy Page, and Gary Clark Jr. Throughout the many changes in blues music over the years, it still remains the most influential genre from which all modern rock is derived. One of the greatest aspects of the genre is the way it remembers its creators, innovators, and pioneers. It truly is music that will continue to stand the test of time as we celebrate those that we call “Blues Legends”.
Saturdays - Blink-182 with Shane 2-4pm
Burst onto the scene in the late 1990s, Blink-182 became one of the most iconic bands in pop punk history with their infectious melodies, humorous lyrics, and high-energy performances. Known for hits like "All the Small Things," "What's My Age Again?", and "Adam's Song," their music captures the youthful spirit, rebellious attitude, and emotional honesty that defined a generation. Their blend of punk rock intensity with catchy hooks helped propel them to worldwide fame, influencing countless bands and fans alike. This Blink-182-themed show offers a fun, energetic experience that appeals to all ages—whether you're a die-hard fan or new to their music. Perfect for musicians of all skill levels, it’s an engaging performance that celebrates the legacy of one of punk's most beloved bands while highlighting fundamental skills and musical fun!