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Welcome to School of Rock Frisco, where students learn to rock their worlds. A fixture in Frisco that has served crowds of aspiring young rockers since 2009, School of Rock Frisco is all about curating a new generation of music-minded students who get to balance education with all the fun and awesomeness of a great jam session.
Whether our students are killing it on guitar, bass, drums, piano, or vocals, School of Rock Frisco equips everyone with the right gear: experienced teachers, seriously awesome music fundamentals, and spectacular bands of friends and fellow musicians. Our performance-based approach helps our students build the skills they need beyond the stage, too: confidence, teamwork, innovation, art, and humor, just to name a few. We don’t just get our students amped about music – we get them amped about life.
Visit School of Rock Frisco and get a feel for how we crank up the voltage of music education for today’s students and musicians.
Whether our students are killing it on guitar, bass, drums, piano, or vocals, School of Rock Frisco equips everyone with the right gear: experienced teachers, seriously awesome music fundamentals, and spectacular bands of friends and fellow musicians. Our performance-based approach helps our students build the skills they need beyond the stage, too: confidence, teamwork, innovation, art, and humor, just to name a few. We don’t just get our students amped about music – we get them amped about life.
Visit School of Rock Frisco and get a feel for how we crank up the voltage of music education for today’s students and musicians.
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| Day of the Week | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Friday | 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Performance
School of Rock Frisco's Performance Program is all about translating our students' abilities to play in the lesson room to performing for real on stage. In addition to refining their overall skill and proficiency as musicians, students learn what comes with being part of a band: teamwork, collaboration, and the special brand of fun that only comes from sharing awesome experiences with others.
Students learn, absorb, and perform iconic hits from some of history's greatest rock and roll performers including The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Van Halen, AC/DC, Led Zeppelin and many more. No matter what they perform, our students will learn incredible skills and enjoy epic experiences that will last a lifetime.
All students in Frisco's Performance Program can expect:
• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• Weekly band rehearsal to get students prepared for real shows
• Real-life performances on stage at amazing venues
• Advanced instruction in fundamentals such as stage performance, harmonies, musicianship, and more
• Fun, music, and education wrapped into one all-inclusive experience!Rock 101
Our Rock 101 Program at School of Rock Frisco is focused on making the first steps of a young student’s journey both fun and successful. The days of mundane music instruction are over. At School of Rock Frisco, we believe that playing music together is the only real path to mastering an instrument and developing a true love for music.
In Rock 101, we focus our instruction on the one instrument that students have chosen to study. Whether we’re teaching scales, chords, notes, or time signatures, we put concepts in context so students understand how the principles they learn are applied to real music. Using some of the world’s most famous songs and infusing fun into every chord, Rock 101 allows Frisco students to enhance their skills and move on to our Performance Program.
School of Rock Frisco’s Rock 101 students can expect:
• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• Weekly group rehearsals to reinforce basic concepts and skills in a band setting
• A firm grasp of the fundamentals of technique and music theory
• An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group
• Real knowledge gained through real fun!AllStars
School of Rock Frisco’s top students can audition for our most prestigious honor: the School of Rock AllStars Program. Our AllStars represent the best of the best students from School of Rock’s entire global network of schools. With incredible musical aptitude, a knack for teamwork and incredible focus, today’s AllStars truly represent the future of rock and roll.
Each summer, our AllStars embark on an authentic concert tour to perform in jaw-dropping live shows across the country, including Red Rocks, Lollapalooza, Hangout Music Fest, NAMM, Gathering of the Vibes, and countless others. AllStars also get to share the stage with experienced, larger-than-life performers like Alice Cooper, Eddie Vedder, and Slash, to name a few. There is no better way for a star on the rise to get a taste for what professional music is really like.
School of Rock Frisco’s AllStars can expect:
• Real-world performances where they can shine in their chosen medium: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals
• A fast-paced tour experience with stage shows at legendary events and venues
• To play with the best performers from School of Rock’s global community
• The opportunity to rock out on stage with world-renowned artists
• An epic rock experience like no other!Adult Program
School of Rock Frisco is now enrolling for our Adult Performance Program, where adult students of all proficiency levels can explore and conquer the world of music. We get our students playing and learning at lightning-quick speeds through practical performance rather than run-of-the-mill music instruction programs. At School of Rock Frisco, the thrill of the performance is just as important as learning the skill to rock.
Our adult students learn the fundamentals of music, including scales, chords, notes, progressions, and more, through some of the most iconic songs and sounds in music history. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of rock ‘n roll or a metal-loving head-banger at home in the mosh pit, our teachers know how to best connect your love for music with a passion for learning it.
All students in School of Rock Frisco’s Adult Program can expect:
• Fast-paced instruction in one of our great musical offerings: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals
• Weekly private instruction catered to your goals and level of proficiency
• Rehearsals with others just like you to get ready for real shows at live music venues
• An understanding of music theory and technique fundamentals, learned through songs from your favorite music genre
• Fun, instruction, and a great progression of practical skills wrapped all into one!Rookies
School of Rock Frisco’s Rookies Program offers a gateway to understanding music for first and second graders. Using proprietary set-ups for guitar, bass, drums and keyboard, as well as other tools, we introduce our Rookies to music fundamentals in a fun way. The skills and passion for music that our Rookies learn prepare them for Rock 101 and a lifelong love of music.
With exercises, tools and games customized to their age group, our Frisco Rookies learn the concepts of music theory, rhythm, pitch, form and dynamics as they play alongside their friends. We encourage our students to explore various instruments and play styles so they begin to understand how individual contributions form a band; even the best solo keyboard players or vocalists need to understand how an ensemble works.
All students in Frisco’s Rookies Program can expect:
• Weekly group lessons using guitar, bass, keyboard and drums
• Exposure to essential fundamentals like music theory, pitch and rhythm
• A focus on teamwork and collaboration
• An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group
• Fun combined with practical learning!Little Wing
At School of Rock Frisco, we teach preschoolers in our Little Wing Program the creativity, confidence, and knowledge they need to grow into life-long lovers and practitioners of music. Music is the gateway to childrens’ growth, whether it’s in the form of great friendships from shared musical experiences or the joy of hearing an inspirational song for the first time.
Our Little Wing students at Frisco enjoy a unique variety of music-minded games based on some of the most popular music in rock and roll history. Through great music and a foundation of fun, our students refine their motor skills, coordination, pre-literacy, and group cooperation in a safe and inclusive environment.
Young rockers in Frisco’s Little Wing Program can expect:
• Exploration of hand percussion and other tools to spark their imagination
• Unique and engaging music games
• Teamwork, cooperation, and group music activities
• Fundamental skills for music and life
• Fun and practical learning combined, perfectly tailored to growing minds!Camps
School of Rock Frisco’s music camps and workshops are designed to bring out the best performance in a fast-paced learning environment. Just like our standard programs, our camps offer a high-energy experience that is fun, creative and team-oriented. Our students learn music by playing it with their peers, guided by experienced instructors from the music community.
From basic Performance Boot Camps to more advanced Guitar Building and Songwriting Training, School of Rock offers opportunities for musicians of all skill levels. Camps vary by location, so please contact us for a current list of camps and workshops at School of Rock Frisco.
Regardless of which camp they choose, students can expect:
• Hands-on skill building for guitar, bass guitar, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• One-on-one interaction with seasoned music professionals
• A deeper appreciation for music theory and fundamentals
• Greater confidence, collaboration and improvisation abilities
• A fun and interactive experienceFind a Camp or Workshop
School of Rock Frisco's Performance Program is all about translating our students' abilities to play in the lesson room to performing for real on stage. In addition to refining their overall skill and proficiency as musicians, students learn what comes with being part of a band: teamwork, collaboration, and the special brand of fun that only comes from sharing awesome experiences with others.
Students learn, absorb, and perform iconic hits from some of history's greatest rock and roll performers including The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Van Halen, AC/DC, Led Zeppelin and many more. No matter what they perform, our students will learn incredible skills and enjoy epic experiences that will last a lifetime.
All students in Frisco's Performance Program can expect:
• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• Weekly band rehearsal to get students prepared for real shows
• Real-life performances on stage at amazing venues
• Advanced instruction in fundamentals such as stage performance, harmonies, musicianship, and more
• Fun, music, and education wrapped into one all-inclusive experience!
Students learn, absorb, and perform iconic hits from some of history's greatest rock and roll performers including The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Van Halen, AC/DC, Led Zeppelin and many more. No matter what they perform, our students will learn incredible skills and enjoy epic experiences that will last a lifetime.
All students in Frisco's Performance Program can expect:
• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• Weekly band rehearsal to get students prepared for real shows
• Real-life performances on stage at amazing venues
• Advanced instruction in fundamentals such as stage performance, harmonies, musicianship, and more
• Fun, music, and education wrapped into one all-inclusive experience!
Our Rock 101 Program at School of Rock Frisco is focused on making the first steps of a young student’s journey both fun and successful. The days of mundane music instruction are over. At School of Rock Frisco, we believe that playing music together is the only real path to mastering an instrument and developing a true love for music.
In Rock 101, we focus our instruction on the one instrument that students have chosen to study. Whether we’re teaching scales, chords, notes, or time signatures, we put concepts in context so students understand how the principles they learn are applied to real music. Using some of the world’s most famous songs and infusing fun into every chord, Rock 101 allows Frisco students to enhance their skills and move on to our Performance Program.
School of Rock Frisco’s Rock 101 students can expect:
• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• Weekly group rehearsals to reinforce basic concepts and skills in a band setting
• A firm grasp of the fundamentals of technique and music theory
• An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group
• Real knowledge gained through real fun!
In Rock 101, we focus our instruction on the one instrument that students have chosen to study. Whether we’re teaching scales, chords, notes, or time signatures, we put concepts in context so students understand how the principles they learn are applied to real music. Using some of the world’s most famous songs and infusing fun into every chord, Rock 101 allows Frisco students to enhance their skills and move on to our Performance Program.
School of Rock Frisco’s Rock 101 students can expect:
• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• Weekly group rehearsals to reinforce basic concepts and skills in a band setting
• A firm grasp of the fundamentals of technique and music theory
• An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group
• Real knowledge gained through real fun!
School of Rock Frisco’s top students can audition for our most prestigious honor: the School of Rock AllStars Program. Our AllStars represent the best of the best students from School of Rock’s entire global network of schools. With incredible musical aptitude, a knack for teamwork and incredible focus, today’s AllStars truly represent the future of rock and roll.
Each summer, our AllStars embark on an authentic concert tour to perform in jaw-dropping live shows across the country, including Red Rocks, Lollapalooza, Hangout Music Fest, NAMM, Gathering of the Vibes, and countless others. AllStars also get to share the stage with experienced, larger-than-life performers like Alice Cooper, Eddie Vedder, and Slash, to name a few. There is no better way for a star on the rise to get a taste for what professional music is really like.
School of Rock Frisco’s AllStars can expect:
• Real-world performances where they can shine in their chosen medium: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals
• A fast-paced tour experience with stage shows at legendary events and venues
• To play with the best performers from School of Rock’s global community
• The opportunity to rock out on stage with world-renowned artists
• An epic rock experience like no other!
Each summer, our AllStars embark on an authentic concert tour to perform in jaw-dropping live shows across the country, including Red Rocks, Lollapalooza, Hangout Music Fest, NAMM, Gathering of the Vibes, and countless others. AllStars also get to share the stage with experienced, larger-than-life performers like Alice Cooper, Eddie Vedder, and Slash, to name a few. There is no better way for a star on the rise to get a taste for what professional music is really like.
School of Rock Frisco’s AllStars can expect:
• Real-world performances where they can shine in their chosen medium: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals
• A fast-paced tour experience with stage shows at legendary events and venues
• To play with the best performers from School of Rock’s global community
• The opportunity to rock out on stage with world-renowned artists
• An epic rock experience like no other!
School of Rock Frisco is now enrolling for our Adult Performance Program, where adult students of all proficiency levels can explore and conquer the world of music. We get our students playing and learning at lightning-quick speeds through practical performance rather than run-of-the-mill music instruction programs. At School of Rock Frisco, the thrill of the performance is just as important as learning the skill to rock.
Our adult students learn the fundamentals of music, including scales, chords, notes, progressions, and more, through some of the most iconic songs and sounds in music history. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of rock ‘n roll or a metal-loving head-banger at home in the mosh pit, our teachers know how to best connect your love for music with a passion for learning it.
All students in School of Rock Frisco’s Adult Program can expect:
• Fast-paced instruction in one of our great musical offerings: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals
• Weekly private instruction catered to your goals and level of proficiency
• Rehearsals with others just like you to get ready for real shows at live music venues
• An understanding of music theory and technique fundamentals, learned through songs from your favorite music genre
• Fun, instruction, and a great progression of practical skills wrapped all into one!
Our adult students learn the fundamentals of music, including scales, chords, notes, progressions, and more, through some of the most iconic songs and sounds in music history. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of rock ‘n roll or a metal-loving head-banger at home in the mosh pit, our teachers know how to best connect your love for music with a passion for learning it.
All students in School of Rock Frisco’s Adult Program can expect:
• Fast-paced instruction in one of our great musical offerings: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals
• Weekly private instruction catered to your goals and level of proficiency
• Rehearsals with others just like you to get ready for real shows at live music venues
• An understanding of music theory and technique fundamentals, learned through songs from your favorite music genre
• Fun, instruction, and a great progression of practical skills wrapped all into one!
School of Rock Frisco’s Rookies Program offers a gateway to understanding music for first and second graders. Using proprietary set-ups for guitar, bass, drums and keyboard, as well as other tools, we introduce our Rookies to music fundamentals in a fun way. The skills and passion for music that our Rookies learn prepare them for Rock 101 and a lifelong love of music.
With exercises, tools and games customized to their age group, our Frisco Rookies learn the concepts of music theory, rhythm, pitch, form and dynamics as they play alongside their friends. We encourage our students to explore various instruments and play styles so they begin to understand how individual contributions form a band; even the best solo keyboard players or vocalists need to understand how an ensemble works.
All students in Frisco’s Rookies Program can expect:
• Weekly group lessons using guitar, bass, keyboard and drums
• Exposure to essential fundamentals like music theory, pitch and rhythm
• A focus on teamwork and collaboration
• An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group
• Fun combined with practical learning!
With exercises, tools and games customized to their age group, our Frisco Rookies learn the concepts of music theory, rhythm, pitch, form and dynamics as they play alongside their friends. We encourage our students to explore various instruments and play styles so they begin to understand how individual contributions form a band; even the best solo keyboard players or vocalists need to understand how an ensemble works.
All students in Frisco’s Rookies Program can expect:
• Weekly group lessons using guitar, bass, keyboard and drums
• Exposure to essential fundamentals like music theory, pitch and rhythm
• A focus on teamwork and collaboration
• An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group
• Fun combined with practical learning!
At School of Rock Frisco, we teach preschoolers in our Little Wing Program the creativity, confidence, and knowledge they need to grow into life-long lovers and practitioners of music. Music is the gateway to childrens’ growth, whether it’s in the form of great friendships from shared musical experiences or the joy of hearing an inspirational song for the first time.
Our Little Wing students at Frisco enjoy a unique variety of music-minded games based on some of the most popular music in rock and roll history. Through great music and a foundation of fun, our students refine their motor skills, coordination, pre-literacy, and group cooperation in a safe and inclusive environment.
Young rockers in Frisco’s Little Wing Program can expect:
• Exploration of hand percussion and other tools to spark their imagination
• Unique and engaging music games
• Teamwork, cooperation, and group music activities
• Fundamental skills for music and life
• Fun and practical learning combined, perfectly tailored to growing minds!
Our Little Wing students at Frisco enjoy a unique variety of music-minded games based on some of the most popular music in rock and roll history. Through great music and a foundation of fun, our students refine their motor skills, coordination, pre-literacy, and group cooperation in a safe and inclusive environment.
Young rockers in Frisco’s Little Wing Program can expect:
• Exploration of hand percussion and other tools to spark their imagination
• Unique and engaging music games
• Teamwork, cooperation, and group music activities
• Fundamental skills for music and life
• Fun and practical learning combined, perfectly tailored to growing minds!
School of Rock Frisco’s music camps and workshops are designed to bring out the best performance in a fast-paced learning environment. Just like our standard programs, our camps offer a high-energy experience that is fun, creative and team-oriented. Our students learn music by playing it with their peers, guided by experienced instructors from the music community.
From basic Performance Boot Camps to more advanced Guitar Building and Songwriting Training, School of Rock offers opportunities for musicians of all skill levels. Camps vary by location, so please contact us for a current list of camps and workshops at School of Rock Frisco.
Regardless of which camp they choose, students can expect:
• Hands-on skill building for guitar, bass guitar, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• One-on-one interaction with seasoned music professionals
• A deeper appreciation for music theory and fundamentals
• Greater confidence, collaboration and improvisation abilities
• A fun and interactive experience
Find a Camp or WorkshopFrom basic Performance Boot Camps to more advanced Guitar Building and Songwriting Training, School of Rock offers opportunities for musicians of all skill levels. Camps vary by location, so please contact us for a current list of camps and workshops at School of Rock Frisco.
Regardless of which camp they choose, students can expect:
• Hands-on skill building for guitar, bass guitar, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• One-on-one interaction with seasoned music professionals
• A deeper appreciation for music theory and fundamentals
• Greater confidence, collaboration and improvisation abilities
• A fun and interactive experience
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- May 21 - 26, 2018Potluck RehearsalsAll students are encouraged to bring their favorite dish and enjoy a potluck dinner with their rehearsal group to celebrate a successful season!
- May 27 - June 2, 2018Off WeekSchool of Rock Frisco is CLOSED this week!
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Alex KnaggGeneral ManagerAlex Knagg was born & raised in Dallas,TX. He has always had a deep connection with music since he was a young kid. He loves all genres of music & has an appreciation for all styles. He grew up wat...Alex Knagg was born & raised in Dallas,TX. He has always had a deep connection with music since he was a young kid. He loves all genres of music & has an appreciation for all styles. He grew up watching his brother play in a punk rock band and thought it was the coolest thing he'd ever seen. That set the path for Alex & was the foundation of his passion for music. Growing up he spent all of his spare time going to rock shows in Deep Ellum & anywhere in Texas that had a killer show!
Alex has spent over 15 years of his life working in sales, and has over 10 years with international apparel & shoe company, Vans. He started as a store manager, and quickly worked his way into regional management. Alex was appointed to Vans' Go-Team opening new stores from here to California, winning multiple awards for excellence along the way. In fact, Alex won the Sole Award, only given out to 1 person in the entire company each year, which is the highest award you can get. (go, Alex!)
He has always had a passion for working with people and making everyone around him feel appreciated & valued. He loves building relationships and watching people grow, and comes from an education-centered family.
Saxon LewisAssistant Music DirectorBorn and raised in northeastern Oklahoma, Saxon started learning music at the young age of 8. Like his father before him, he started out as and remains today a brass musician. Like many musicians...Born and raised in northeastern Oklahoma, Saxon started learning music at the young age of 8. Like his father before him, he started out as and remains today a brass musician. Like many musicians however, he picked up many other instruments as the years went by starting with Bass, then Guitar, and recently Vocals. Saxon came from a very classical style background that spread to tastes in Jazz and Rock n' Roll.
After high school, Saxon earned a scholarship for his musical ability and attended college at The University of Nevada at Las Vegas. There he earned a bachelor's degree in Music Performance. UNLV gave Saxon many diverse and interesting opportunities to perform. Some notable things included performing with a marching band at the Electric Daisy Carnival, performing on two of the UNLV Wind Orchestra's albums, founding a progressive rock band called Habit, and traveling to Austria to perform internationally with his tuba quartet.
After graduating, Saxon moved to Dallas to work and experience new things. There he discovered School of Rock and has been hooked ever since! When Saxon is not teaching at School of Rock, he currently writes, records, and performs in multiple bands in the DFW area. He plays guitar and sings in bands such as: Ether After and No One's Watching. He plays bass in bands such as: Astro Veil, Post Palace, and Bad James. You can find all of these groups online via Facebook and other social media sites.
Brack CantrellInstructor: Drums, Guitar, Bass & KeyboardBrack is some kind of cool-super-powered-dude. He graduated from UNT with a BA in Music Education, studying Guitar and Drums. He's also super smart super nice. Did we mention that he is good at ev...Brack is some kind of cool-super-powered-dude. He graduated from UNT with a BA in Music Education, studying Guitar and Drums. He's also super smart super nice. Did we mention that he is good at everything? He made some electronic music for fun and the people from MTV called and purchased it to put on their TV shows.Brack Loves:Guitar Center,Barnes and Noble,TargetBrack Loves to Eat:La Mexicana,Weinberger's Deli,Eno's PizzaZours,Warheads,Dark ChocolateBrack really wants:Flat base snare stand,Death by audio sunshine reverb pedal,El Capistan analog model delay pedalBrack Loves to listen to:Bibio,White Fence,Unknown Mortal Orchestra,Black Moth Super Rainbow,Tame ImpalaT-Shirt size: LargeShoe size: 12Favorite Color: GreenBrack Hates:Cherries,Cockroaches,Baseball,Oversized trucks
Xander McCabeInstructor: Guitar, Bass, Rock 101 & Performance GroupRussia born, Texas raised, Xander McCabe started playing guitar and bass at 13 in Austin, TX. Taking to the world of music by taking lessons at the School of Rock and starting bands with neigh...Russia born, Texas raised, Xander McCabe started playing guitar and
bass at 13 in Austin, TX.
Taking to the world of music by taking lessons at the School of Rock
and starting bands with neighborhood friends, Xander quickly became
invested in many genres and styles of playing.
Since then he has performed with dozens of different acts in all sorts
of genres and venues. Xander bounces from the studio to basements and
festivals including Austin City Limits, Summerfest, and SXSW. Sharing
the stage with bands like Social Distortion, Shakey Graves, and Wade
Bowen.
Some of his biggest influences include players like John Entwistle,
Carol Kaye, and Jack Casady.
He’s played with and currently plays with acts like Joey Green, No
One's Watching, Gutter Cake, Boswell, Danger Dog, Skyline, Noah
LeGrand, Tommy Dussault, The Dewey Decibel System and many more.
Now an instructor at the School of Rock, Xander teaches bass and
guitar to students and hopes to find them new ways to push themselves
to be the next wave of rock and roll.
Collin WieseInstructor: Guitar, Bass, Keys, Rock 101 & Performance GroupBorn in the backseat of a greyhound bus going down Highway 41 but raised in Seattle, Washington, Collin is an extraterrestrial who came to this planet to teach us how to awkwardly play bass in fron...Born in the backseat of a greyhound bus going down Highway 41 but raised in Seattle, Washington, Collin is an extraterrestrial who came to this planet to teach us how to awkwardly play bass in front of our peers.
His spaceship broke down in Denton and he’s been stuck there ever since. He spends his time attending classes at the University of North Texas and playing bass in the Heavy Hands and Doubt.
Ethan HopeInstructor: Drums,Guitar, Bass, Rookies, Rock 101 & Performance GroupEthan's first musical endeavors were with the drums. A drum set was given to him when he was about 7 or 8 and he knew immediately that’s what he wanted to fo. He would spend hours a day teaching ...Ethan's first musical endeavors were with the drums. A drum set was given to him when he was about 7 or 8 and he knew immediately that’s what he wanted to fo. He would spend hours a day teaching himself to play different drum beats and songs that his parents always listened to- Everything from Al Green to Led Zeppelin to The Beatles. After a couple of years of beating the drums he decided to learn guitar. His dad got an acoustic guitar for Christmas, and he fell in love with it. Ethan spent the majority of his waking hours teaching himself chords, scales, songs, and playing in bands with friends.
After teaching himself the basics, his interest in music grew and grew. He joined the School of Rock Frisco the week it opened and loved everything about it. Learning different songs every week, playing with other talented kids, and eventually touring with the School of Rock greatly enhanced his musicianship and shaped him into the person he is today.
Maddie BarberStudio CoordinatorMaddie started out at the Memphis School of Rock, where she was always being influenced by Jazz, Blues, Country, and the ever-classic Rock n Roll of Memphis in the early 2000s. When she made her wa...Maddie started out at the Memphis School of Rock, where she was always being influenced by Jazz, Blues, Country, and the ever-classic Rock n Roll of Memphis in the early 2000s. When she made her way to Texas in 2013 she found herself living down the street from Frisco SoR, and the rest is history.
Though a classical vocalist at the core, Maddie's tried (and generally failed) to play a bunch of other instruments, including guitar, bass, and piano... But never drums. They scare her.
Now she works at the front desk while finishing up her high school career and simultaneously working on some music-related side projects.
Anthony BrownVocal, Guitar, Key InstructorAnthony was born in Albuquerque New Mexico in the Summer of 96. Anthony lived in Albuquerque for the first couple years of his life before moving to a little speck on the map called Folsom, NM. Str...Anthony was born in Albuquerque New Mexico in the Summer of 96. Anthony lived in Albuquerque for the first couple years of his life before moving to a little speck on the map called Folsom, NM. Struck with boredom and to much time he decided at the age of 11 that he was gonna learn to play the fiddle with some help from one of the local musician's. After dabbling in the art of fiddle he played with a country band called Colfax County Reunion for his early teen years and also began teaching himself to play the guitar.
During his later high school years Anthony developed a love for punk and with the help of some of his childhood friends started a band called Senseless Urgency. He also played in a ska band called Renegade Parade following high school.
Anthony moved to Texas recently in hopes of growing his music career and fortunately also found the School of Rock and has been teaching here since 2016.
Nyssa GarciaVocal InstructorI've known since I was a little girl how much music meant to me. Growing up, I was in church and school choir, but my life revolved around musical theatre. Within the span of 8 years I racked up to...I've known since I was a little girl how much music meant to me. Growing up, I was in church and school choir, but my life revolved around musical theatre. Within the span of 8 years I racked up to 40+ shows in my back pocket. Anywhere from me playing Annie in Annie, Belle in Beauty & the Beast, to Aida in Aida. Musical theatre taught me a lot, but as I explored into other genres of music, I realized, I can sing just about anything I want to. I decided to start with pop (Kelly Clarkson, Britney Spears, *NSYNC, J-Lo) I learned their techniques and runs and writing in the "pop" style. Then moved to Country (Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Miranda Lambert, Civil Wars, Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn) If you asked 14 year old Nyssa what kind of artist I wanted to be I would've sworn country.
Then, Rock came along. I've always listened to rock music, thanks to my dad, who me 80's rock (Bon Jovi, Pat Benatar, Queen, Twisted Sister, Guns n Roses, Poison, etc) but I never quite loved it as much as Country...until around 16 years old when I completely transitioned myself to Rock. At 16, I opened up for Great White, Stone Sour, and Chevelle. At 18, I performed at the Whisky A Go Go in LA, and my band (Awaiting Daylight) won "Best Rock Artist of the Year" at the IMEA awards, with one nomination of "Best Song of the Year-Fool" I've performed in front of 1 person in any deep ellum club, to performing in front of 1700 people at the House of Blues. I love working with kiddos and to teach them and help them grow as a singer and with their stage presence.
Joey KukuraGuitar InstructorJoey started learning the guitar because he was fascinated with the sounds that that it made in all of the rock songs that his dad exposed him to as a kid. He started plucking around on his dad’...Joey started learning the guitar because he was
fascinated with the sounds that that it made in all of the rock songs that his dad exposed him to as a kid. He started plucking around on his dad’s guitar when he was 8 shortly after his dad decided to show him how to play a few chords.
His early influences included classic rock artists such as The Rolling Stones, The Eagles, Led Zeppelin, Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix. From there he branched out into various other styles of music, eventually starting a progressive metal band and playing bass in orchestras. After deciding to study music in college he left his home in Knoxville TN to join the jazz guitar
studio at UNT where he is currently working on his bachelors degree. He’s now playing in various groups in the DFW area of styles ranging from everything from pop to free jazz.
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MEGADETH'S DAVE MUSTAINE TO APPEAR ON STAGE WITH KIDS FROM SCHOOL OF ROCK
School Of Rock, the leader in performance-based music education, has announced that MEGADETH lead singer and guitarist Dave Mustaine will visit the school's Frisco, Texas location on Friday, Februa...School Of Rock, the leader in performance-based music education, has announced that MEGADETH lead singer and guitarist Dave Mustaine will visit the school's Frisco, Texas location on Friday, February 19. Mustaine will give musical guidance to School Of Rock students, working personally with the future rock stars to help advance their musical skills. Additionally, the artist will join students from School Of Rock Fort Worth on stage to perform a few MEGADETH tracks, both classic and new, for the rest of the school, contest winners from the Dallas-Fort Worth community, and the students' families.
Mustaine brings a true rock 'n' roll experience to the aspiring young musicians of all nine Dallas-Fort Worth School Of Rock locations. His visit to School Of Rock comes just before the kick-off of MEGADETH's Dystopia world tour, on February 20, in Dallas, Texas, celebrating the band's fifteenth studio album.
School Of Rock continues to be an innovator in the musical education industry. The program takes students beyond the classroom and to some of rock 'n' roll's most famous stages, such as Chicago's House Of Blues and Lollapalooza. School Of Rock is using this event to celebrate the opening of School Of Rock Plano, its ninth Dallas-Fort Worth area location. Dave Mustaine adds to the curriculum's authenticity as it gives students the opportunity to play side-by-side with a professional musician. Mustaine's extensive background and rock n' roll expertise make him an ideal guest to join the School Of Rock staff who lives to play music.
At School Of Rock, we strive to provide cutting-edge opportunities that sharpen our students' instrument skills and strengthen their dedication, says Dzana Homan, CEO of School Of Rock. We are fortunate to have rock legend Dave Mustaine share his musical expertise. His passion for rock 'n' roll is the ultimate inspiration that will motivate our students to channel their inner rock stars.
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- Kristine, Frisco, TX“It is a fun and energetic approach to learning music. The staff is a group of professional musicians that are very likeable and great with kids. Teaching kids how to sing or play a musical instrument is very difficult but the instructors have the ability to teach the kids to do amazing things while having a lot of fun. I'm blown away with what my 9 year old can do on a drum kit.”
- Dan, Frisco, TX“Amazing instructors that work well with my child. Management very attentive to any questions or concerns we may have.”
- Amy, Frisco, TX“My daughter absolutely loves SOR!! She has so much fun performing with her band and the teachers and staff are wonderful. Anthony, her vocals teacher, is awesome and we are so glad he is working with our daughter. She has gotten so much better since beginning lessons with him. Can't say enough good things about this place!”
- Shannon, Frisco, TX