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School of Rock Cedar Rapids/Marion Local News

Find the latest news about School of Rock Cedar Rapids/Marion. Read news stories about our students & faculty in Marion, check out what alumni are up to, watch videos and more.

October 31, 2023

ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL COLLABORATION

Our adult student bands come together again. Student Driver and After Hours rocked the stage at Torrent Brewing Company in September, the bands were part of the Maximum Ames Music Festival.

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October 31, 2023

OCTOBER STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: ESTELLA BOWMAN

A childhood habit led Estella Bowman to start playing music. With help from School of Rock instructors, Estella is now able to play multiple instruments and has been rocking with us for about three years.

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October 31, 2023

OCTOBER STAFF SPOTLIGHT: IAN DRAVES

Ian Draves is the general manager of the Cedar Rapids/Marion school. Music was a great tool of healing for Ian for many years. Besides managing the school, he also shares his wisdom with kids through classes.

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October 31, 2023

OVERCOMING FEAR

Performing in front of people can be intimidating, and the butterflies seem to pop up only moments before show time. that was the case for Emilee Pettit for years.

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September 19, 2023

PACKED HOUSE AT CHROME HORSE

More than 250 people packed the Chrome Horse Saloon outdoor stage area in Cedar Rapids to celebrate summer season performances from the School of Rock Cedar Rapids/Marion Rock 101 and Performance Program groups. The house was electric and rocking!

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September 19, 2023

ANKENY SCHOOL OFFICIALLY OPEN

After months of dreaming and building, we are so excited to welcome students of all ages to School of Rock Ankeny. Thank you to the wonderful community for celebrating with us.

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