School of Rock Evanston

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🎸Less than 24 hours until the preview show of the amazing Evanston SOR instructor/director new EP, “Soccer Trophy”. ⚽️ 🏆
⚡️This very special show will be at 8 pm on Tuesday 6.18 and will feature 5 comedians improvising scenes inspired by Kelli’s songs in real time! 🎭
⚡️Her first single from the album is out now on all streaming platforms.
⚡️Get your tickets below🤘

https://theannoyance.thundertix.com/events/230064

4. More. Days.

New achievement unlocked 🔓

School of Rock Taichung opened in Taiwan during the pandemic, under some of the most restrictive conditions around the world. Last week, they reached a new all-time student count and are showing no sign of stopping (414 today) 🇹🇼🤘🎉

This location shines bright with a stunning facility, passion for building a strong community, and a commitment to musical excellence.

Reaching this exciting new milestone is a testament to the incredible work from John Caraccio, Doris Chou, Jess Chen, JJ Chang, Shane Wang, Stone Shih, Wade Lin, and the entire staff in Taichung. They have built something amazing in Taiwan and we are looking forward to seeing how they continue to grow!

🎸Join us this Tuesday 6/18 for a rockin’ evening of shows, provided by our Highwood and Evanston house bands!
6:30 - Highwood
7:00 - Evanston
7:30 - Highwood
8:00 - Evanston

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Gotta call a band meeting every now and then 🤘
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After a successful weekend performing at The Governors Ball Music Festival in New York City, we are now gearing up to perform at Summerfest next week!

In just seven days, 628 students from 50+ School of Rock locations are playing at the world's largest music festival in Milwaukee. Known for its renowned, permanent outdoor festival space, Summerfest hosts over 800 bands and attracts 900,000 fans over three weekends on 11 different stages.

This year's lineup includes prominent artists such as Kane Brown, Mötley Crüe, SZA, Goo Goo Dolls, Umphrey's McGee, ILLENIUM, Keith Urban, AJR, Maroon 5, Hippo Campus, Bryson Tiller, Mt. Joy, and many more.

On Thursday, June 20, we are kicking off the festival weekend with a private performance at The Rave / Eagles Club. This massive 180,000 square foot, multi-level music venue with three stages will set the perfect scene for an incredible weekend of music.

On Friday, June 21 through Saturday, June 22, we are performing live on 6 Summerfest stages in downtown Milwaukee. Our students are taking over BMO Harris Pavilion, Briggs and Stratton Big Backyard, Generac Power Stage, Aurora Pavilion, Uline Warehouse, and U.S. Cellular Connection Stage.

🔔 Turn on our notifications to get a BTS look at this years performers, all weekend long.

School of Rock Over 350 locations in the US, Brazil, Canada, Australia, the Philippines, Mexico & more. Our performance-based music education programs combine one-on-one lessons with group band practices, making School of Rock the ultimate music school for kids & adults

For the last 25 years, School of Rock has been enriching lives through our revolutionary approach to music education.

To commemorate this milestone anniversary, we partnered with world-renowned guitar maker, Gibson, to produce limited edition, signature Gibson SG guitars and bass guitars. These are two entirely unique, American-made, vintage-inspired instruments that pay homage to the history of rock 'n' roll. Watch as members of Umphrey's McGee, a legendary improv-rock band known for their genre-bending music take these custom guitars for a spin on tour in Los Angeles.

Umphrey's McGee Celebrates School of Rock's 25th Anniversary with Limited Edition Gibson SG's School of Rock's custom Gibson SG's are played on tour by professional rock band, Umphrey's McGee. Get the guitar here → https://www.schoolofrock.com/gibson2...

It's time to unlock your entrepreneurial potential

Are you ready to take control of your career? Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Jora Bart, the owner of School of Rock- Plymouth, and discover the incredible journey of a successful female entrepreneur in the music industry.

Why You Should Attend:

✅ Inspiration & Empowerment: Hear firsthand from Jora, who combined her experience in sports and entertainment with her passion for music to create a thriving business.

✅ Real-Life Success Story: Learn how Jora managed to balance her entrepreneurial dreams with family life, offering valuable insights for anyone looking to do the same.

✅ Insider Knowledge: Gain exclusive tips and strategies on what it takes to own and operate a School of Rock franchise, from a franchise owner.

✅ Community & Support: Connect with individuals who share your entrepreneurial spirit and desire to bring music to their communities.

Jora's story is not just about business success - it's about creating a life of purpose and balance. If you've ever dreamed of owning your own business, this webinar is your chance to learn how you can turn that dream into reality. Tune in on Tuesday, June 11 at 11am Pacific / 2pm Eastern. Sign up here: https://rocki.ng/4c5v2Pp

School of Rock Over 350 locations in the US, Brazil, Canada, Australia, the Philippines, Mexico & more. Our performance-based music education programs combine one-on-one lessons with group band practices, making School of Rock the ultimate music school for kids & adults

⚡️UPCOMING SHOW ALERT🎸
We’ll see you on Tuesday 6.18.24 8pm at The Annoyance Theatre for a preview of our amazing instructor/director Kelli Owens Hutton’s new EP, “Soccer Trophy”.
⚡️The show will feature 5 comedians improvising scenes inspired by Kelli’s songs in real time!
⚡️Her first single from the album drops on 6/12 on streaming platforms.
⚡️Get your tickets from the link below!🤘

https://theannoyance.thundertix.com/events/230064

Next week: School of Rock, Jason Mraz, and Shure are coming to you live. 🎤

These three iconic forces are teaming up to bring you the ultimate Instagram Live Stream Q&A event.

Join us on Monday, June 10 at 3 PM PT / 6 PM ET to learn from Grammy Award winner, Jason Mraz about life on tour, songwriting, and advice for aspiring musicians and songwriters.

This live stream event is raising funds for The Jason Mraz Foundation, supporting inclusive arts education and the advancement of equality. Let’s make a difference together this Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈✨

Performance season has been epic! Congrats to all of our rockers on a successful show season and to our directors and teachers for getting their students prepared to hit the stage! 🤘🎶🎸🎧🎤🎹🧑‍🎤

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Performance prep to rock the stage 🎤🎹🎶🎧🤘
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IT'S HERE‼️

Watch the official School of Rock AllStars Documentary on YouTube.

School of Rock AllStars Tour Documentary School of Rock AllStars Tour Documentary is officially here. This summer, you can attend an AllStar show at a venue near you. Get your tickets → https://www....

Recent highlights ⚡️

Talk about starting the game with a bang!

School of Rock Seattle students set the stage on fire at Lumen Field, kicking off the Seattle Sounders FC game with an electrifying performance. The students blended the iconic sounds of Jimi Hendrix, Pearl Jam, and Alice in Chains into a mind-blowing medley that had the crowd rocking out from start to finish. Hats off to these incredible students for bringing the house down and setting the stage for an unforgettable game!

Wishing you a safe and relaxing Memorial Day! We will resume lessons on Tuesday, May 28. ✨🎶🕶️
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⚡️Check out our lineup for our Performance Program Spring Showcase! You won’t want to miss out!🎸
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⚡️Don’t miss out on an afternoon filled with amazing young rockers on Sunday 6/2 🎸
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Next week, our official School of Rock AllStars Tour Documentary will premiere!

Get ready for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at some of the top School of Rock students from around the world during their 10-day music tour, traveling by bus from city to city and performing on iconic stages last summer. The documentary delves into the rigorous audition and rehearsal process, the musical ambitions of these young artists, the mentors who guide them, and the transformative power of music education.

Whether you're a musician, music lover, or simply inspired by stories of determination and talent, this documentary will leave you cheering for the next generation of rock legends.

Watch the trailer and get ready for the documentary release on May 31, exclusively on YouTube.

School of Rock AllStars Tour Documentary - Official Trailer Prepare for the next generation of Rockstars. The School of Rock AllStars Tour Documentary premieres May 31 on YouTube.Join us as we dive into the lives of t...

We love the opportunity to play for the wonderful folks in our community! Can’t wait for show season to start!
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Who’s ready for concert season? 😏

Just look at these before and after photos!

Cecilia Yi and Jason Kline, the owners of 5 School of Rock locations in Northern California, are not afraid to take on large construction projects in order to create unique spaces for their schools. The couple's creativity was evident in the very first School of Rock location they opened, which is situated inside the historic Independent Order of Odd Fellows building in the heart of Elk Grove.

Cecilia and Jason are well-known in the School of Rock community for their design flair. Not only do they fully renovate a space to give it the full School of Rock effect, but they have built walls out of retired speakers, adorned hallways with custom School of Rock drumsticks, and hand-cut the iconic School of Rock branded guitar swirl for the exterior of their schools.


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School of Rock Perrysburg is turning heads and turning up the volume as they hit the 7-month mark! 🎉

Meet the mastermind behind it all: Ronald Rothenbuhler. Like many of our franchise owners, Ron's professional background lies outside of music - he graduated from college with a psychology degree and then began selling cable services door-to-door. He went on to have a successful career in the field with Adelphia, Comcast, and AT&T.

His journey at School of Rock began when his daughter became interested in the drums and he enrolled her at School of Rock Ann Arbor. He was inspired by the school's vibrant culture and the life-changing impact of its programs, leading him to open his own School of Rock in Perrysburg. Now, the school is celebrating it's 7-month anniversary and thriving. Take a look!

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In just 3 weeks since opening their doors, School of Rock Beavercreek is already making waves with 50 students enrolled! We are blown away by the incredible response from our community.

Meet the power couple behind it all: Amanda and Nathan Warden. Amanda has been homeschooling their four kids their entire lives and has stepped into the role of General Manager at the Beavercreek location. Nathan, a technical sales engineer at a local company serving the aerospace and defense industries has been playing in bands since he was 12 years old. Their backgrounds and shared love for music make them the perfect owners for our newest school in Ohio.

"School of Rock is the merger of worlds I’m in and love, music and education for kids," says Amanda. "It was kind of the sweet spot. We knew we wanted to build something, not just for us but that our own kids and the community could all enjoy. The kids are so excited about this. Homeschooling is its special little world. This is exciting because we're going to get to be with the broader community more regularly. We're really excited about that.”

Take a look at this vibrant new school.

Last week, we hosted School of Rock Overdrive at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel, where nearly 600 franchise owners, operators, corporate staff members, and partners came together to connect, share stories, and learn from each other in the heart of Music City.

This gathering was a perfect reminder of the fact that at School of Rock, we don't just teach music, we save lives - a sentiment that was woven through every session, panel, and conversation that took place throughout the event.

School of Rock community members from countries around the world participated in a wide range of learning and training sessions that covered essential topics related to our mission of enriching lives through performance-based music education. These sessions included discussions on how to better support neurodiverse students with the guidance of our partners at Autism Today, how to create more open and accepting spaces for the LGBTQ+ community, how to improve support for youth mental wellness with the Society for the Prevention of Teen Su***de, and so much more.

Outside of these learning sessions, 209 staff members took the stage at 3rd & Lindsley to perform 45 songs during our infamous "Jam Night"! It was an electrifying evening filled with music, energy, and pure joy. What made it even more special was that all the songs performed were selected from our curriculum, representing the rich and diverse range of artists and genres we teach at School of Rock.

We closed out an epic few days with an awards ceremony to celebrate not just achievements, but the passion and dedication that fuels our collective success. During this ceremony, it was with great pride and admiration that we presented School of Rock’s 2023 Franchisee of the Year award to the owners of School of Rock McKinney, School of Rock Rockwall and School of Rock NorthDallas - Fran Rapattoni, Kiva Rapattoni, Dalton Rapattoni, Shannon Jabczynski, and Susie McFadden. This remarkable group embodies the core values that serve as the foundation of our mission. Their integrity, optimism, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to both their students and their peers serve as an inspiration to all the owners and operators in our system.

We returned from Nashville with a deep appreciation for our passionate community, and we are thrilled about the future of School of Rock.

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to all of our incredible School of Rock instructors!

At School of Rock, our instructors don't just teach music – they ignite passion, confidence, and creativity in every student they meet. Let's dive into what makes our teachers truly legendary:

Our instructors are the masters of our patented School of Rock Method™. They pair one-on-one lessons with group rehearsals and live performances, showing students how to play together as a band. With their guidance, our students perform on real stages and unleash their inner rockstars.

Our instructors kickstart the musical journey by teaching the songs that light a fire in our students' hearts. Whether it's a classic tune or a modern song, our teachers know how to keep the excitement alive.

Thanks to our teachers, practicing isn't a chore. They harness the power of our Method App to keep students engaged with interactive exercises, real-time feedback, and endless song possibilities. With our teachers leading the way, every practice session becomes a stepping stone to greatness.

Our teachers don't just teach music theory – they make it rock 'n' roll. Through our Method Books, authored by our own passionate team of educators, they break down complex techniques with the help of iconic songs - because learning should be as thrilling as performing.

To all our rockstar teachers: thank you for being the driving force behind our students' musical journeys. You're not just teachers – you're legends. 🤘

Are you ready to turn your passion for music into a thriving business? Join us on May 14th for an exclusive franchising webinar hosted by the School of Rock team!

Owning a School of Rock location is not just a business opportunity- it's also a way to make a positive impact in your community while pursuing your passion. We offer a proven business model, ongoing support, and training to equip you with the necessary tools and resources for success. Whether you are a musician looking to share your expertise or a first-time entrepreneur ready to explore the exciting world of music education, this webinar is the best next step toward entrepreneurship.

Register now at the link below:

https://rocki.ng/3UH3iuA

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Franchise 101 - School of Rock Webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Are you considering the possibility of buying a franchise but don't know where to start? Becoming a part of a network of franchises can bring many benefits, including access to a proven business model, IT systems, marketing materials, merch, partnership and support. The due diligence involved in bec...

Have you heard about the newest School of Rock location in Columbus, Ohio?

Introducing the owners, Chad Greenwald and Russell Miller, who have welcomed over 200 aspiring musicians through the doors of School of Rock Columbus. Their location boasts a vibrant color palette and an inspiring energy that is perfect for anyone who loves music.

Chad is an experienced musician who has toured extensively and is proficient in playing multiple instruments, including piano, guitar, and percussion. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Music Education and Jazz Studies and has shared stages with legendary musicians, including Stevie Wonder. He has even jammed with members of famous bands such as Walk the Moon and The Roots.

Russ is the rhythm behind the scenes and on stage with Chad in their band, Zack Attack! He is a Construction Superintendent/Project Manager and an accomplished drummer with extensive knowledge of music and the industry. His expertise brings a solid foundation to building a musical haven.

Together, Chad and Russ are passionate about inspiring, educating, and rocking Columbus, Ohio, one student at a time. So, if you love music and want to learn from the best, check out their new school!

Focused and ready to rock!
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When you join School of Rock, whether as a franchise owner, staff member, or student, you are welcomed into a community of passionate people who support each other and strive to make a positive impact on the world around them.

Recently, School of Rock Glenbrook owners - Amy Renzulli, Adam Instefjord, and Dave Vazzano - hosted their fourth annual Staff Show & Fundraiser at Double Clutch Brewery in Evanston, Illinois. The school staff generously volunteered their time to raise funds for the school's scholarship program to make music education more accessible to people from all financial backgrounds. The energy was truly electric as their Show Team rocked a small set, but the highlight of the event was undoubtedly the participation of students from School of Rock Glenbrook's Rookies, Rock 101, and Performance Programs. Each student had the opportunity to perform alongside the staff, showcasing their talent and passion for music.

Thank you the the team at School of Rock Glenbrook for working to bring our performance-based music program to even more students in Illinois, to Double Clutch Brewery for having us, and to David Kindler for capturing the spirit of our community through these epic photos.

Introducing School of Rock Saginaw!

Meet Holly and Chuck, who are making waves in their community as the owners of a new School of Rock location in Saginaw. Their passion for music and dedication to creating a safe, welcoming space shine through every corner of their beautiful new school. The location provides ample natural light, beautiful antique furnishings, and new musical equipment straight out of the packaging, creating a cozy and professional environment for students.

Here's a fun fact: Holly's son is a Rock 101 student at School of Rock, which means she has firsthand experience in creating rockstar-worthy education. Holly brings a wealth of expertise to the table with 25 years of teaching art at Fort Worth Country Day School. Meanwhile, Chuck, a seasoned real estate agent and former Director of Bands at the same school, adds a wealth of knowledge to their new business.

If you're ready to rock out, learn, and be part of an incredible musical journey, School of Rock Saginaw is the place to be!

We’re your musical home away from home?
Music to our ears.👂🎶✨🎸🎹🥁🎤🏠

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This year, Cazuza, a Brazilian rock icon, would have turned 66. To honor Cazuza, 111 School of Rock students from across various locations in Brazil came together to perform Cazuza's 'Exagerado' at Parque Bondinho Pão de Açúcar in Rio de Janeiro, with none other than Lucinha Araújo, Cazuza's mother, in attendance. This event is a true reflection of the power of music and its ability to transcend generational styles and unite people as one voice.

EXAGERADO - 66 anos de Cazuza com School of Rock no Parque Bondinho Pão de Açúcar Um vídeo incrível para uma linda homenagem!Hoje, Cazuza, um dos ícones do rock nacional, completaria 66 anos. Para homenagear essa lenda, mais de 100 alunos ...

School of Rock Summer Creek started as a mere blueprint. Look at it now!

Our new location in Summer Creek, Texas, has come a long way since being a plan on paper. From the noise of construction to the sounds of music, the school is open and flourishing. Thanks to the hard work of owner Ken Prodoehl and his team, the school managed to enroll 50 students within two months of opening. It's truly amazing how much the school has grown since its inception. Take a look at this transformation!

Ready to rock rehearsals 🤘
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Check out our House Band rocking out in concert on Sunday May 19th at 5 pm at the Unitarian Church of Evanston! 🎶✨🎤🎸🎧🥁🎹
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and are performing Thursday, May 2nd at at 7:00pm! Join us as we cheer on our SOR faculty in the bands for a night of great music!
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Meet the world’s fastest drummer: Mike Mangini 🔥

Next Tuesday, 2 time drumming AllStar Ainsley L. will take over our Instagram page to interview Grammy winner, songwriter, drummer, composer, and music teacher - Mike Mangini. Tune in on April 23rd to learn about his experience on stage with Steve Vai and advice on applying to Berklee.