Cory Reynolds
Bass Guitar Teacher, Guitar Teacher, Show Coordinator
Cory Reynolds is a multi-instrumentalist from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and has dedicated his life to music, mastering guitar, bass, drums, harmonica, and keyboard. His musical journey began at age eight when he was gifted his grandfather’s guitar, sparking a passion that would define his future. Cory’s influences span from rock legends like Slash, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Eric Clapton to iconic bands like Aerosmith and Winery Dogs, shaping his powerful and soulful style.
With over 25 years of teaching experience, Cory believes every note is as important as the next, emphasizing that success in music comes from repetition and attention to detail. His commitment to education and mentorship has led him to unforgettable experiences such as seeing his students from School of Rock perform on the main stage at Rocklahoma, one of his proudest teaching moments.
Cory has had the opportunity to share stages with music icons, opening for legends such as Buddy Guy, B.B. King, Delbert McClinton, Doyle Bramhall II, Eric Sardinas, and Bela Fleck and the Flecktones. He’s been part of renowned bands like Uninvited Guest, Crossland, and Crash Funk. He currently performs with Sweating Bullets, Red Letter Chain Gang, Crash Funk, The Machine, and Freq Vibe. Known for his skill, versatility, and dedication to his craft, Cory inspires students at the School of Rock in Tulsa/BA with his passion for music.
Jason North
Bass Guitar Teacher, Guitar Teacher, Vocal Teacher, Show Coordinator
Jason North is a talented musician from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and has built an impressive career across guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and vocals. His musical journey began in his teens, inspired by countless hours watching MTV, and finally picking up up his first guitar at age 17. With a passion for teaching, Jason began instructing at Central High from 2011 to 2017 and has since become a beloved instructor at the School of Rock in Tulsa/BA. His teaching philosophy centers on helping students achieve their personal musical goals, creating a learning environment that’s supportive and inspiring.
Jason’s biggest influences include guitar virtuosos like Steve Vai, Reb Beach, Zakk Wylde, and Eddie Van Halen, along with the energetic styles of Jock Pitts and Dee Snider. A pinnacle moment in his career was earning his music degree from Tulsa Community College with a perfect 4.0 GPA, serving as a testament to his dedication to his craft.
Jason has also opened for well-known bands like Faster Pussycat, Great White, and Dirty Penny. Today, he plays with the band Glam R Us, continuing to channel his energy into each performance. Jason remains a central figure in Tulsa’s music scene, inspiring the next generation of School of Rock musicians while pursuing his own musical journey.
Zac White
Bass Guitar Teacher, Guitar Teacher, Drum Teacher, Show Coordinator
Zac White is a versatile musician from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and has a deep-rooted passion for music that began as a child inspired by his father. As a skilled guitarist, bassist, and drummer, Zac has been teaching for five years, guiding his students with the philosophy of learning as much as possible, practicing often, and most importantly, having fun. His approach creates an engaging and encouraging atmosphere, making music both a challenge and a joy.
Zac is influenced by iconic players such as Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Johnson, Zakk Wylde, and Alexi Laiho. Among his proudest achievements are performing at large shows and teaching multiple instruments through his musical versatility. Over his career, Zac has opened for bands such as Crossfade and Jackyl and currently plays with his own Zac White Band and Dead Metal Society. Known for his powerful playing and dedication to teaching, Zac continues to inspire his students at the School of Rock in Tulsa/BA.
Mikey Montgomery
Drum Teacher, Guitar Teacher
Mikey Montgomery is a drummer from Muskogee, Oklahoma and has carved a unique path in music rooted in his musical family background. Although he started with bass under his uncle’s guidance and later experimented with guitar, neither one held his attention like drums. His journey in teaching began with Bandhappy, a platform that allowed him to coordinate with his busy touring schedules.
Mikey’s influences include powerhouse drummers like Tomas Haake, Chris Pennie, and Jon Theodore. A pinnacle moment in his career was his affiliation with a Grammy-nominated band, marking a significant milestone for his career. As a member of Iwrestledabearonce and a founding member of the band Spiritbox, Mikey has been able to perform with major bands such as System of a Down, Slipknot, Deftones, Animals as Leaders, Tesseract, and so many more. Today he continues to write material with current members of Spiritbox as well as being a dedicated instructor at the School of Rock in Tulsa/BA
Tom Basler
Bass Guitar Teacher, Keyboard + Piano Teacher
Tom Basler is a passionate musician and proud Penn State and Steelers fan from State College, Pennsylvania. He plays a variety of instruments such as piano, organ, synth, guitar, bass, and vocals. His musical journey began at age six when his parents enrolled him in piano lessons, and by age 12 he had two years of music theory under his belt. With over 25 years of teaching experience, Tom has been fully dedicated to instructing since 2019 at the School of Rock in Tulsa/BA where he focuses on giving his students the necessary tools to do whatever they want to do in music, whether that’s performing, arranging, composing, or recording.
Influenced by legends like Bill Payne, Brian Auger, Herbie Hancock, George Duke, and Ray Charles, Tom’s style is a combination of jazz and soul alongside technical expertise. Though he still feels his pinnacle moment is yet to come, recording at the Church Studio stands out as a memorable career highlight. Over the years Tom has played with well-known artists such as John Mellencamp, Leon Wilkeson, Gary Busey, and even the Backstreet Boys. Currently, he plays with several acts including the Tom Basler Dueling Piano Show, The Killer Dueling Pianos, TNT Dueling Pianos, Spanky Entertainment, and The Fabulous Two-Man Band. Tom is a beloved figure in the music community bringing joy and skill to every performance and lesson.
Darren Edwards
Bass Guitar Teacher, Guitar Teacher, Drum Teacer, Keyboard + Piano Teacher, Show Coordinator
Darren Edwards is a seasoned musician from San Francisco, California, whose versatility spans bass, guitar, drums, keyboard, and vocals. His musical journey began in the fifth grade when he joined his school band playing upright bass. A year later, he transitioned to bass guitar, and music became his world. Growing up in a home filled with music constantly on, Darren absorbed influences from a wide variety of genres but his biggest inspirations have always been rooted in classic rock icons like Led Zeppelin, Rush, and Yes, as well as more recent bands like Kings of Leon and Soundgarden.
Throughout his career, Darren’s dedication to music has taken him to incredible places, including opening for the Blue Oyster Cult in Dallas in the 90’s, a pinnacle moment that affirmed his dream of making a living through music. Currently, he plays with multiple groups, including Crash Funk, Freq Vibe, Truck Stop Betties, and The Downbeat, in addition to performing in the house band for the Sunday Jam at the Cimarron.
Beyond performing, Darren is passionate about music education. Having worked at School of Rock for over two years now, he teaches with a philosophy centered on individualized learning, understanding that each student has a unique pace and approach. Darren finds immense joy in sharing his knowledge of music and encouraging students to discover their potential while adapting to their personal learning styles. His dedication to both music and education has made him a vital figure in the local music community as well as at the School of Rock in Tulsa/BA.