Fe-brrrr-uary is...heating up?

Just like the weather, we've had a lot going on lately at School of Rock Silver Spring 

It's Show Time for the Fall 2023 Performance Program!

Our Fall 2024 Season is coming to an end.  You have two opportunities to see all the students' hard work on display. First up is  Sunday, February 4th at Pearl Street Warehouse in Washington, DC from noon to 7pm and then again on Sunday, February 11th at The Filling Station at El Rey in Arlington, VA from 11am - 6pm. 

We are very proud of all the effort our students have put in to this season tackling some difficult material. With a set that includes The Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin, Soundgarden and the bands that made CBGB the club to visit in NYC in the late 70s and early 80s, we are confident that these shows are gonna make you wanna pogo, mosh, show off your moves like Jagger and get some R-E-S-P-E-C-T on the dance floor.  

The kids can't have all the fun...

Adult Performance Program Fall 2023 

Our Adult Performance Program have had so much fun this season working on their Beatles show. You can catch them in their end of season show at McGinty's Public House in downtown Silver Spring on February 17th at 7pm. 

“Don't stop thinking about tomorrow, Don't stop, It'll soon be here. It'll be better than before. Yesterday's gone, yesterday's gone”

Sign ups for the Spring 2024 Adult Performance Program are happening now through February 10th.  The new band, taking on the material of  Fleetwood Mac and Tom Petty will begin rehearsing on February 24th. Interested in finding out more? Click the link below.  Want to sign up, but didn't get the emailed form? Give us a call 301-589-7625.

If you are an adult who has never played with other musicians and want a safe space to learn how, our Adult Rock 101 class is a great place to start and can serve as a stepping stone to next season's Adult Performance Program. We are currently seeking those interested in taking your playing to the next level for a class beginning in March!  Contact us at silverspring@schoolofrock.com.

The School of Rock Silver Spring House Band loves any opportunity to play with our sister schools in Ashburn, VA and Vienna, VA. So we thought a shared gig would be a great way to start off the new year. We expanded this idea saying, the more the merrier by inviting  3 other DMV area House Bands to join in on the fun as well. The event dubbed Jamtacular took place on January 13th. This was a great way for our students to meet other bands, hang out, jam and enjoy a full day of rock and roll!  We are so glad we could connect with the SOR community on a larger scale and are delighted to make it an annual event! 

IT'S NEVER TOO EARLY TO START THINKING ABOUT SUMMER

SUMMER CAMPS ARE ON SALE NOW 

Our week long Summer Camp experiences are now available for purchase online. They can fill up fast so don't miss out. Our camp are a ton of fun for kids aged 7-17 and are a great introduction to our year round group programs if your student is thinking of joining but wants to dip their toe in before making the plunge. If you have questions, don't hesitate to reach out. 

How many performance seasons have you been in at SOR Silver Spring?

Two. My first show was Joan Jett vs. Pat Benatar and now Soundgarden

Have you signed up for Spring yet? 

Yes, my first choice was Emo and my second choice was Iron Maiden [vs. Judas Priest]

What made you want to play guitar? 

There was this one Green Day song that I wanted to learn so I learned it and after that I just started practicing every day. 

Are you interested in other instruments? 

Possibly Bass guitar. 

What are your musical influences, favorite bands or artists? 

My favorite band is Radiohead and also Green Day maybe and also Blink-182. 

What advice do you have for new students?

Don't be afraid, if you have a solo that you maybe don't know completely for rehearsal just try it, don't just just not play. If you mess up its ok. 

What do you like most about SOR?

 Probably the people. I like hanging out with other students here. 

IS THAT SNOW?

INCLEMENT WEATHER

We do not follow area school closures. On the day in question, we will determine if our staff can come in and return home safely, particularly for groups.  Often the timing of the storm allows us to continue our in person operations.  If you feel the roads are not safe, you may opt to take your lesson online for that day, just let us know.  We will post on our social media pages if we are moving online and send an email if there are changes to the in person lessons or groups on that day. If you have a question, email us, check our programs site, social media, or give us a call before you head out.

NOTES FROM THE MOTHERSHIP

with Music Director Brooks Owens

BETTER TOGETHER - As we wrap up a season of the Performance Program and begin another, it’s a good time to think about the big “why” behind our group programs. Why is it better to play in a band than to just play by yourself? The first reason is motivation to practice. You’re way more likely to practice and get better when you have an upcoming rehearsal or gig, and being accountable to your bandmates makes you a better musician! Second, there are so many lessons to learn about being a musician that you can’t learn as a solo act. Bands teach and reinforce teamwork, collaboration, and social skills. Finally, the third and most important reason to play in a band is that it’s more fun! Nothing is more fun than plugging in and jamming with your friends, and life is better when we rock out together! 

Welcome to new rockers joining us!

Alex K., Alvaro L-G., Anya S., Ash P., Avrohom S., Bo W., Calvin O-O., Doreen C., Elijah T., Lilly H.B., Oak S-A., Olivia W., Peter K. Philip B., Satya I., Vivian C.

Rookies -  Amelia M., Daisy R., Joseph E., Linus W., Tyson L. and Ugo A.