Announcing Fall 2026 Shows and Schedule!
Our music education programs are the most revolutionary approach to teaching music. Students work with their instructor in private music lessons then bring that knowledge to weekly group rehearsals where they build musicianship skills like teamwork, collaboration, resilience, and confidence. Their hard work culminates in live performances at real venues. Scroll down for descriptions and schedule. Sign ups are taking place now!
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Our new season starts the week of September 21st Use the Sign Up Form Link to reserve your spot in the Performance Program!
ROCK 101
AGES 7-11 | REHEARSALS: MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY or thursday 4:15 | SATURDAY 12:45
Rock 101 is an amazing starting point for our young beginners. Our students learn to rock through one-on-one music lessons with an instructor and participation in a weekly group where they learn scaled back versions of songs from our setlist library in a supportive and fun setting. Students build a solid foundation of skills in preparation for graduating to the Performance Program. Rock 101 students perform two live showcases per session at School of Rock. Don't miss out on this program that keeps young students engaged and motivated.
PERFORMANCE PROGRAM: ARETHA FRANKLIN VS. MOTOWN
Ages 10-17 | rehearsals: mondays 6:00-8:00
Aretha Franklin possessed a powerful, emotive voice, was a gifted re-interpreter of rock music, and was an amazing songwriter in her own right. Although Motown founder Berry Gordy offered her a deal early on, she signed with the more established Columbia Records. Meanwhile Gordy’s approach fueled one of the most successful black-owned businesses and broke racial barriers in the music industry, propelling groups like Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, Diana Ross & the Supremes, and the Temptations to mainstream success. Aretha’s impact and Detroit ties make her an honorary Motown member, celebrated alongside official artists. Aretha’s legendary bands, performances with in-demand players such as the famous Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section, and Motown’s infectious sound, make this show an important and challenging theme for all instrumentalists.
PERFORMANCE PROGRAM: BRITISH INVASION
Ages 10-17 | rehearsals: TUESDAYS 6:00-8:00
This mid-1960s cultural phenomenon brought the sudden wave of British rock and roll to the American shores. Music created by artists including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, and The Kinks pushed rock to mainstream cultural relevance. Inspired by Blues, Folk, and early Rock & Roll these bands combined sounds in an exciting way that solidified the foundations of modern pop and rock music. This is a great choice for all instruments and experience levels - students will learn the foundations of Rock music and expand their musical repertoire.
PERFORMANCE PROGRAM: RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS VS. THE WORLD
Ages 10-17 | rehearsals: WEDNESDAYS 6:00-8:00
Emerging from the LA club scene, RHCP gained a following through high-energy, outrageous, performances. On tour, they’ve included massive, genre-spanning opening acts like The Smashing Pumpkins, Foo Fighters, Queens of the Stone Age, and The Mars Volta. RHCP has sold over 120 million records and won multiple Grammy Awards owing to their signature sound involving rhythmic bass, rap-style vocals, and heavy rock and melodic ballads. This setlist draws from RHCP and their co-billed collaborators offering a variety show that’s an excellent opportunity for all instruments and ability levels.
PERFORMANCE PROGRAM: YACHT ROCK
Ages 10-17 | rehearsals: THURSDAYS 6:00-8:00
Whether you call it Easy Listening, Dad Rock or The West Coast Sound, Yacht Rock music has survived the test of time and has made its way into popular music today. Yacht Rock’s mellow moods and relaxing vibes combine the sublime musicianship and songwriting skills of artists like Steely Dan, The Doobie Brothers, Carole King, and many more. These enduring songs, with influences of jazz and R&B grooves, will surprise and challenge every instrumentalist and are the perfect vibes for leveling up the skills of more experienced students!
PERFORMANCE PROGRAM: Pop punk & emo
AGES 10-17 | REHEARSALS: SATURDAYS 11:00-1:00
In the 1990s, artists such as Green Day and Blink-182 were blending punk attitudes with a more polished, commercially appealing sound than their predecessors. By the 2000s, Pop Punk and its Emo offshoot - featuring emotional and confessional topics - were entrenched in the mainstream music world, with bands such as Paramore, My Chemical Romance, and Panic! At the Disco topping the charts and selling out arenas. This popular and influential genre will be a fun set that is challenging but also solidifies fundamental skills. Rock your weekend with this awesome show!
ADULT PROGRAM: THE SEATTLE SCENE
AGES 18+ | rehearsals: tuesdays 8:00-10:00
The landscape of popular music permanently changed in 1991, when Nirvana’s song “Smells Like Teen Spirit” took radio and MTV by storm, and other bands followed, ushering in this “alternative” era. Seattle’s music scene was defined by heavy guitars, powerful drumming, and expressive, moody vocals. Bands like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, and Soundgarden valued innovation and authenticity over precision and posturing, contrasting with the Pop and Hair Metal that ruled the previous decade. This show will challenge students of all skill levels on guitar, bass, drums, and vocals.
ADULT PROGRAM: WOODSTOCK 1969
Ages 18+ | Rehearsals: Wednesdays 8:00-10:00
In 1969, almost half a million people made a pilgrimage to Yasgur’s Farm in upstate New York for three days of peace and music, catapulting iconic artists into superstar status. Woodstock embodies the spirit of the 60s and celebrates the legendary, and stylistically diverse, artists who promoted unity and freedom of expression. Songs by The Who, Jimi Hendrix, Santana, Janis Joplin, Creedence Clearwater Revival, the Grateful Dead and more make this show an exciting and well-balanced educational challenge for all instruments and experience levels!
ADULT PROGRAM: neo soul
AGES 18+ | rehearsals: THURSDAYS 8:00-10:00
Welcome to the epitome of cool! Neo Soul is the revival of Soul and R&B music in the 90s and 2000s, led by artists such as Lauryn Hill, Maxwell, TLC, Erykah Badu, and D’Angelo. Combining elements and grooves from R&B, Jazz, Pop, Funk, and Hip Hop, Neo Soul distinguished itself with a return to live instrumentation and pop superstars like Alicia Keys, Amy Winehouse and Silk Sonic. This super educational show will turn students into sophisticated groove monsters! Beginners to advanced students are welcome.