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GLAM ROCK
BEGINS SEPTEMBER 9th
Glam Rock was a reaction against the earnest blues guitar rock that had dominated the airwaves in the late 1960s. Platform boots, glitter, heavy makeup, jumpsuits and androgynous costumes all combined with larger than life stage personas in the 1970s to create the artfully arranged image of all that was “glam”. Some of the most notable artists of this super-style are British artists such as David Bowie, T. Rex, Elton John, Mott the Hoople, Slade, and Roxy Music, as well as American acts like New York Dolls, Lou Reed, Iggy Pop, and Suzi Quatro. The Glam Rock show is filled with challenging vocal and keyboard parts, and also features some deceptively difficult parts for lead guitar and great grooves for rhythm sections.
Jimi Hendrix is arguably the most influential guitarist in the history of Rock & Roll. Few other individuals have had as much widespread impact on how electric guitar is played, not to mention such a lasting musical and cultural legacy. Jimi was one of the greatest guitar players to ever walk the earth, but was also an incredible songwriter and an innovator in the recording studio as well. Hendrix’s first album, Are You Experienced, one of the definitive albums of the Woodstock era, was released in 1967 and featured the singles” Purple Haze”, “Hey Joe”, and “Foxey Lady” - all of which have become classic rock standards. Jimi’s incredible technical ability and ingenious experimentation with guitar effects completely reinvented rock and roll guitar playing and influenced everyone who came after him.
Rock 'n' Grohl (aka The Dave Grohl Show) is a killer show that covers quite a lot of musical ground on all instruments, featuring Grohl’s work with Foo Fighters, Nirvana, Queens Of The Stone Age, Them Crooked Vultures, Probot, and more. This music is centered in the Hard Rock aesthetic but ranges from Grunge to Punk to Metal to Prog. The Rock ‘n’ Grohl show is ideal for guitarists of every experience level, in that it encompasses a wide range of skills and techniques - from Nirvana’s rhythmic yet aggressive strumming to the Foo Fighters’ melodic and driving octaves to Queens of The Stone Age’s heavy but quirky leads and solos. Dave Grohl is especially well-known for his prowess behind the kit throughout his career, making this show a favorite for drummers. For vocalists, Foo Fighters songs provide great examples of the belting and chest voice techniques, and intermediate vocalists will be challenged by frequent dynamic changes and two-part harmonies.
Rhythm and Blues music was foundational to the evolution of rock and roll! Originating with jazz and blues in the 1940s, R&B music was predominantly created by black musicians for black audiences until the 1950s, when artists such as Etta James, Little Richard, Fats Domino, and Ike & Tina Turner began to achieve crossover success with white audiences as well. By the early 1960s, record labels like Motown and Stax were churning out legendary hits by Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight, The Supremes, and Otis Redding, which influenced virtually all of the Rock and Roll and Pop music that came after. The Classic R&B show features groove-oriented music with dynamic arrangements and standout vocal performances. Students participating in this show will have an opportunity to hone their rhythmic skills and broaden their repertoire of music styles by focusing on the music that inspired artists such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Who, and which continues to be relevant today with its influence on modern Pop stars such as Adele and John Legend. Classic R&B is one of the most educational shows that School of Rock offers!
Join Songwriting, where creativity knows no bounds! In this show, students will craft melodies, write lyrics, and master their instrument parts to bring you an original setlist completely unique to the School of Rock Performance Program. Where other shows have the material ready for students to learn from the beginning, this show will be entirely created from scratch! Each week, our rockers will learn the ins and outs of songwriting by diving into song structure, lyric analysis, and melodic composition and use these tools to create the songs they will perform. From beginners exploring their first compositions to seasoned musicians pushing the boundaries of their craft, this show is great for students of all Performance Program levels. Songwriting is an awesome opportunity to blend different influences into one cohesive, original sound. Be a firsthand witness as our talented students transform their ideas into unforgettable songs, showcasing a diverse range of styles and genres.
Garage Rock refers to raw and powerful Rock & Roll that prioritizes emotion and energy over sophistication or technical ability. The '60s Garage Bands were in many ways the precursors to the Punk movement. While the Garage band phenomenon peaked in the '60s, the concept has never really gone away. Stripped down bands such as the Strokes, Arctic Monkeys, White Stripes, Hives and King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard carried the Garage Rock tradition into the 21st century. Much like Punk Rock, Garage Rock is a broad genre with many sub-genres and different movements and eras. Garage Rock teaches fundamental musical concepts and makes for a fantastic and fun show theme geared towards beginners and more advanced players.
Shows do fill up - this is why we ask that you list your preferred shows in order for efficient cast-list placement. You will receive a "Welcome" email indicating which show your student will be a part of no later than June 1st.
$155 non-refundable show registration fee reserves a student's placement on the show's cast list.
If your student rocker would like to be in more than one show, please let us know. Additional show fee & a monthly tuition add-on apply per show.
