“Deutschland-Sommertour” to Celebrate Grand Opening of School of Rock Candidplatz in Munich Mamaroneck, NY & Palm Beaches, FL (April 15, 2026) — School of Rock USA locations in New York and Florida are proud to announce their 2026 House Band Summer Tour in Germany, featuring six live performances in Munich and Berlin. The tour will run from June 26 through July 4, 2026, and is hosted in partnership with the newly opening School of Rock Candidplatz in Munich. Set to officially open in June 2026, School of Rock Candidplatz marks the brand’s first location in Germany, further expanding its global footprint. The tour highlights School of Rock’s commitment to performance-based music education and international collaboration. Participating schools—including School of Rock Mamaroneck, North Palm Beach, and South Palm Beach—have built a strong tradition of international touring with their students and families. Previous tours include London, Dublin, and Galway (2023); Barcelona, Madrid, and Lisbon (2024); and Santiago, Concón-Reñaca, and Quilpué, Chile (2025). Deutschland-Sommertour – 2026 Tour Dates June 26 – ROODY’S, Munich June 28 – SUBSTANZ, Munich June 29 – Maschinenhaus at Kulturbrauerei, Berlin June 30 – BI NUU, Berlin July 3 – Feierwerk Kranhalle, Munich July 4 – Backstage Halle, Munich “We are thrilled to host School of Rock students this summer as we celebrate the opening of our first location in Germany,” said Bill Cole, owner of School of Rock Candidplatz. “We strongly believe in School of Rock’s commitment to high-impact, performance-based music education and look forward to showcasing these talented young musicians on some of Germany’s most iconic stages.” “The most exciting part of School of Rock’s growing international presence is our shared passion for rock and roll,” added Franco Torta, Music Director of School of Rock Candidplatz. “Music transcends borders, and we can’t wait to support these dedicated student performers as they take the stage in Germany.” “For our students, this is so much more than a tour—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience music through the lens of international travel,” said Vanessa Ridder, Co-Owner and Managing Director of School of Rock Mamaroneck. “Watching these young musicians grow not only as performers, but as people—exploring new cultures, connecting through music, and seeing the world together—is incredibly meaningful for our families and our community.” Tickets will be available beginning May 1, 2026, at: www.schoolofrock.de/standorte/candidplatz/events All shows are all-ages. General admission is €10 per ticket. About School of Rock Candidplatz School of Rock Candidplatz brings a revolutionary approach to music education to Germany. Through its performance-based model, students receive instruction from experienced musicians and develop skills across guitar, bass, drums, keys, and vocals. Students rehearse in bands, learn both by ear and through traditional methods, and gain the confidence to perform live. Regular performances at local venues and community events are central to the program, helping students grow as musicians both on and off the stage.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE White Plains, NY — April 1, 2026 — School of Rock White Plains is pleased to announce that longtime School of Rock operators Vanessa and Tory Ridder have acquired the school from founder Jeff Silverman, who has owned and operated the location since opening it in 2018. Silverman is retiring after successfully building the school into a thriving music community for young musicians in the White Plains area. Vanessa and Tory Ridder are experienced School of Rock franchise owners, having owned and operated School of Rock Mamaroneck since 2014. Under their leadership, the Mamaroneck location has grown into a vibrant hub for performance-based music education, helping thousands of students develop musical skills, confidence, and a love of live performance. The Ridders are also known for creating unique, real-world experiences for their students, having led international performance tours to London, Dublin, Galway, Barcelona, Madrid, Lisbon, Santiago, and Concón-Reñaca, Chile—giving students the opportunity to perform abroad and experience music through a global lens. “We’re excited to welcome the students and families of White Plains into our extended School of Rock community,” said Vanessa Ridder. “Our goal is to build on the strong culture already here and create even more opportunities for students to grow as musicians and performers—both locally and beyond.” Jeff Silverman expressed confidence in the transition. “Vanessa and Tory are fantastic operators with a deep commitment to their students and the School of Rock model. I’m thrilled that the school will continue to grow under their leadership as I step into retirement.” “We’re honored to continue the great work Jeff started,” said Tory Ridder. “He built an incredible foundation here, and we’re excited to carry that forward while bringing our experience and passion for music education to the White Plains community.” School of Rock White Plains will continue offering its signature performance-based music programs for students of all ages and skill levels, including instruction in guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, and vocals. The school is also a four-time recipient of the School of Rock “Headliner” Award, recognizing it as one of the top-performing schools across the entire School of Rock system. School of Rock White Plains will maintain its commitment to high-quality music education while expanding programming, performance opportunities, and community engagement in the years ahead. For more information about School of Rock White Plains, please visit whiteplains.schoolofrock.com or contact whiteplains@schoolofrock.com.

After much consideration and deliberation, we have chosen the themes we feel best suit our students' interests and musical goals! Enrollment begins Jan 1/ Rehearsals start in Feb/ Show weekend June 20th/21st.

The Mamaroneck House Band earns 1st place at the Youth Arts Forum Battle of the Bands at the iconic Bitter End in NYC.

Owners of School of Rock Mamaroneck, Tory and Vanessa Ridder, were honored to participate in the LMC-Media produced music documentary by Rowell. The documentary highlights the history of rock and roll in the Larchmont/Mamaroneck area as well as the development through the years from kids, adults, local bands and music venues.

While folks back home were eating burgers and watching fireworks, 12 local teens were cementing some international connections with the universal mortar of rock and roll. The Mamaroneck School of Rock’s 10-day, 6-gig visit to Chile climaxed at the Hard Rock Cafe in Santiago on July 4th: a concert and celebration with US Ambassador Richard Yoneoka in attendance and the words of “The Star Spangled Banner” booming through the amplifiers.