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Welcome to School of Rock Plainfield, where students learn to rock their worlds. Perfectly poised in the heart of Plainfield’s bustling music ecosystem, School of Rock Plainfield has the right teachers, instruments, and programs your student needs to jam their way to success.
School of Rock isn’t just about creating killer musicians with a lasting love for all things rock. Because life isn’t a solo act, we’re equally focused on creating awesome bands of friends and musicians. We’re as much about orchestrating a community in Plainfield full of cool experiences as we are about building confidence, extraordinary teamwork, and achieving excellence through our unique teaching method.
Everyone deserves to feel like a rock star. Welcome to a place where students learn to create face-melting music while developing the skills they need to do so much more.
School of Rock isn’t just about creating killer musicians with a lasting love for all things rock. Because life isn’t a solo act, we’re equally focused on creating awesome bands of friends and musicians. We’re as much about orchestrating a community in Plainfield full of cool experiences as we are about building confidence, extraordinary teamwork, and achieving excellence through our unique teaching method.
Everyone deserves to feel like a rock star. Welcome to a place where students learn to create face-melting music while developing the skills they need to do so much more.
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School of Rock Plainfield
24026 W Lockport StPlainfield, IL 60544
Main Number
(815) 246-3400(815) 246-3400
Hours of Operation
| Monday - Thursday | 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 3:00 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Performance
At School of Rock Plainfield, our Performance Program puts our students front-and-center on a real stage for real performances. Students get to show off their killer music skills while learning serious teamwork as they and their bandmates refine their abilities through some of rock and roll’s greatest hits.
Plainfield students will blow your mind with advanced performances chock-full of hits by famous artists such as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Van Halen, The Rolling Stones, AC/DC, Frank Zappa, Queen, and many, many more! For our students, real performances breed real skill, and real fun.
All students in Plainfield’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
• The experience of performing on stage with their band at real venues
• Key learning in fundamental areas such as stage performance, harmonies, musicianship, and more
• Fun, music, and education wrapped into one all-inclusive experience!Rock 101
School of Rock Plainfield’s Rock 101 Program encourages fun and success for our younger students as they begin their journey. The days of traditional instruction with piles of sheet music are over. At School of Rock Plainfield, we believe that playing real music is the only path to proficiency and a true appreciation for music.
In Rock 101, students select one instrument to study, and we begin teaching fundamentals: scales, chords, notes, time signatures, and all the rest. Our unique approach to music instruction teaches our students vital fundamentals through songs they know and love, not rote memorization. With real musical context in a fun environment, we give all of our students the knowledge they need to really pursue their passion for music.
All students in Plainfield’s Rock 101 Program can expect:
• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• Weekly group rehearsals to reinforce the fundamentals in a team environment
• A firm grasp of the basics of music theory and technique
• An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group
• Real knowledge gained through real fun!AllStars
Our top performers can audition for School of Rock Plainfield’s most prestigious honor: a spot in our AllStars program! School of Rock’s AllStars represent the best of the best from School of Rock’s global network of schools and students. Equipped with incredible musical abilities, killer work ethics and leadership skills, our AllStars have the talent and drive to grow into the next generation of musical greats.
Every summer, our AllStars embark on an authentic concert tour for a one-of-a-kind experience. Our Plainfield musicians perform with All Star bands in multiple live shows at high-profile venues 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 and learn from music legends like Alice Cooper, Eddie Vedder, and Slash, to name a few. The AllStars experience gives aspiring musicians the best glimpse of what a professional music career is like.
AllStars selected from School of Rock Plainfield can expect:
• Real-world performances where they can master their skills on guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and/or vocals
• An authentic tour experience with multiple live shows in various cities
• Taking the stage with the best of the best from School of Rock’s global community
• A chance to perform at legendary events and venues, side-by-side with top artists
• A truly epic rock experience like no other!Adult Program
At School of Rock Plainfield, we know how to bring the world of music, and the fun that comes with it, to adults. We get our students playing and learning at rapid-fire speeds through real performances of their favorite songs, instead of your old traditional music instruction programs with piles of sheet music and hours of rote memorization. At School of Rock Plainfield, the stage can be yours at any age.
Our adult students learn the fundamentals of music, including scales, chords, notes, progressions, and more, from real-world instruction through some of the most iconic songs and sounds in music history. Whatever your musical taste may be, our instructors know how to create a program just for you. Whether you’re seeking basic proficiency, a standing gig as the resident guitar player at parties, or future rock star status, School of Rock Plainfield works with you to help you reach your goals.
Students in School of Rock Plainfield’s Adult Program can expect:
• Fast-paced instruction on the instrument of your choice: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals
• Weekly private instruction catered to your goals and level of proficiency
• All-adult rehearsals to prepare for real performances in local venues
• A firm grasp of music theory and technique fundamentals, taught through your favorite music genre
• Fun, instruction, and great progression of practical skills wrapped all into one!Rookies
School of Rock Plainfield’s Rookies Program is designed for first and second graders to provide a fun introduction to music fundamentals. Among other tools, we use proprietary setups for guitar, bass, drums and keyboard to provide a gateway to understanding music. The skills and passion for music that we teach our students gets them ready for Rock 101 and a lasting appreciation for music.
Our Plainfield Rookies learn the fundamental concepts of pitch, rhythm, form and dynamics with age-appropriate exercises, tools and games. We encourage our students to explore a variety of instruments and play styles so they can get familiar with all parts of the musical landscape; even the most incredible solo guitar players or drummers need to understand how the rest of the band works together.
All students in Plainfield’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 Plainfield, 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 Plainfield 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 Plainfield’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!
At School of Rock Plainfield, our Performance Program puts our students front-and-center on a real stage for real performances. Students get to show off their killer music skills while learning serious teamwork as they and their bandmates refine their abilities through some of rock and roll’s greatest hits.
Plainfield students will blow your mind with advanced performances chock-full of hits...
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At School of Rock Plainfield, our Performance Program puts our students front-and-center on a real stage for real performances. Students get to show off their killer music skills while learning serious teamwork as they and their bandmates refine their abilities through some of rock and roll’s greatest hits.
Plainfield students will blow your mind with advanced performances chock-full of hits by famous artists such as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Van Halen, The Rolling Stones, AC/DC, Frank Zappa, Queen, and many, many more! For our students, real performances breed real skill, and real fun.
All students in Plainfield’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
• The experience of performing on stage with their band at real venues
• Key learning in fundamental areas such as stage performance, harmonies, musicianship, and more
• Fun, music, and education wrapped into one all-inclusive experience!Read less
Plainfield students will blow your mind with advanced performances chock-full of hits by famous artists such as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Van Halen, The Rolling Stones, AC/DC, Frank Zappa, Queen, and many, many more! For our students, real performances breed real skill, and real fun.
All students in Plainfield’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
• The experience of performing on stage with their band at real venues
• Key learning in fundamental areas such as stage performance, harmonies, musicianship, and more
• Fun, music, and education wrapped into one all-inclusive experience!Read less
School of Rock Plainfield’s Rock 101 Program encourages fun and success for our younger students as they begin their journey. The days of traditional instruction with piles of sheet music are over. At School of Rock Plainfield, we believe that playing real music is the only path to proficiency and a true appreciation for music.
In Rock 101, students select one instrument to study, and we be...
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School of Rock Plainfield’s Rock 101 Program encourages fun and success for our younger students as they begin their journey. The days of traditional instruction with piles of sheet music are over. At School of Rock Plainfield, we believe that playing real music is the only path to proficiency and a true appreciation for music.
In Rock 101, students select one instrument to study, and we begin teaching fundamentals: scales, chords, notes, time signatures, and all the rest. Our unique approach to music instruction teaches our students vital fundamentals through songs they know and love, not rote memorization. With real musical context in a fun environment, we give all of our students the knowledge they need to really pursue their passion for music.
All students in Plainfield’s Rock 101 Program can expect:
• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• Weekly group rehearsals to reinforce the fundamentals in a team environment
• A firm grasp of the basics of music theory and technique
• An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group
• Real knowledge gained through real fun!Read less
In Rock 101, students select one instrument to study, and we begin teaching fundamentals: scales, chords, notes, time signatures, and all the rest. Our unique approach to music instruction teaches our students vital fundamentals through songs they know and love, not rote memorization. With real musical context in a fun environment, we give all of our students the knowledge they need to really pursue their passion for music.
All students in Plainfield’s Rock 101 Program can expect:
• Weekly private music lessons on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and/or vocals
• Weekly group rehearsals to reinforce the fundamentals in a team environment
• A firm grasp of the basics of music theory and technique
• An understanding of what it means to play solo and in a group
• Real knowledge gained through real fun!Read less
Our top performers can audition for School of Rock Plainfield’s most prestigious honor: a spot in our AllStars program! School of Rock’s AllStars represent the best of the best from School of Rock’s global network of schools and students. Equipped with incredible musical abilities, killer work ethics and leadership skills, our AllStars have the talent and drive to grow into the next gener...
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Our top performers can audition for School of Rock Plainfield’s most prestigious honor: a spot in our AllStars program! School of Rock’s AllStars represent the best of the best from School of Rock’s global network of schools and students. Equipped with incredible musical abilities, killer work ethics and leadership skills, our AllStars have the talent and drive to grow into the next generation of musical greats.
Every summer, our AllStars embark on an authentic concert tour for a one-of-a-kind experience. Our Plainfield musicians perform with All Star bands in multiple live shows at high-profile venues 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 and learn from music legends like Alice Cooper, Eddie Vedder, and Slash, to name a few. The AllStars experience gives aspiring musicians the best glimpse of what a professional music career is like.
AllStars selected from School of Rock Plainfield can expect:
• Real-world performances where they can master their skills on guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and/or vocals
• An authentic tour experience with multiple live shows in various cities
• Taking the stage with the best of the best from School of Rock’s global community
• A chance to perform at legendary events and venues, side-by-side with top artists
• A truly epic rock experience like no other!Read less
Every summer, our AllStars embark on an authentic concert tour for a one-of-a-kind experience. Our Plainfield musicians perform with All Star bands in multiple live shows at high-profile venues 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 and learn from music legends like Alice Cooper, Eddie Vedder, and Slash, to name a few. The AllStars experience gives aspiring musicians the best glimpse of what a professional music career is like.
AllStars selected from School of Rock Plainfield can expect:
• Real-world performances where they can master their skills on guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and/or vocals
• An authentic tour experience with multiple live shows in various cities
• Taking the stage with the best of the best from School of Rock’s global community
• A chance to perform at legendary events and venues, side-by-side with top artists
• A truly epic rock experience like no other!Read less
At School of Rock Plainfield, we know how to bring the world of music, and the fun that comes with it, to adults. We get our students playing and learning at rapid-fire speeds through real performances of their favorite songs, instead of your old traditional music instruction programs with piles of sheet music and hours of rote memorization. At School of Rock Plainfield, the stage can be yours ...
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At School of Rock Plainfield, we know how to bring the world of music, and the fun that comes with it, to adults. We get our students playing and learning at rapid-fire speeds through real performances of their favorite songs, instead of your old traditional music instruction programs with piles of sheet music and hours of rote memorization. At School of Rock Plainfield, the stage can be yours at any age.
Our adult students learn the fundamentals of music, including scales, chords, notes, progressions, and more, from real-world instruction through some of the most iconic songs and sounds in music history. Whatever your musical taste may be, our instructors know how to create a program just for you. Whether you’re seeking basic proficiency, a standing gig as the resident guitar player at parties, or future rock star status, School of Rock Plainfield works with you to help you reach your goals.
Students in School of Rock Plainfield’s Adult Program can expect:
• Fast-paced instruction on the instrument of your choice: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals
• Weekly private instruction catered to your goals and level of proficiency
• All-adult rehearsals to prepare for real performances in local venues
• A firm grasp of music theory and technique fundamentals, taught through your favorite music genre
• Fun, instruction, and great progression of practical skills wrapped all into one!Read less
Our adult students learn the fundamentals of music, including scales, chords, notes, progressions, and more, from real-world instruction through some of the most iconic songs and sounds in music history. Whatever your musical taste may be, our instructors know how to create a program just for you. Whether you’re seeking basic proficiency, a standing gig as the resident guitar player at parties, or future rock star status, School of Rock Plainfield works with you to help you reach your goals.
Students in School of Rock Plainfield’s Adult Program can expect:
• Fast-paced instruction on the instrument of your choice: guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and/or vocals
• Weekly private instruction catered to your goals and level of proficiency
• All-adult rehearsals to prepare for real performances in local venues
• A firm grasp of music theory and technique fundamentals, taught through your favorite music genre
• Fun, instruction, and great progression of practical skills wrapped all into one!Read less
School of Rock Plainfield’s Rookies Program is designed for first and second graders to provide a fun introduction to music fundamentals. Among other tools, we use proprietary setups for guitar, bass, drums and keyboard to provide a gateway to understanding music. The skills and passion for music that we teach our students gets them ready for Rock 101 and a lasting appreciation for music.
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School of Rock Plainfield’s Rookies Program is designed for first and second graders to provide a fun introduction to music fundamentals. Among other tools, we use proprietary setups for guitar, bass, drums and keyboard to provide a gateway to understanding music. The skills and passion for music that we teach our students gets them ready for Rock 101 and a lasting appreciation for music.
Our Plainfield Rookies learn the fundamental concepts of pitch, rhythm, form and dynamics with age-appropriate exercises, tools and games. We encourage our students to explore a variety of instruments and play styles so they can get familiar with all parts of the musical landscape; even the most incredible solo guitar players or drummers need to understand how the rest of the band works together.
All students in Plainfield’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!Read less
Our Plainfield Rookies learn the fundamental concepts of pitch, rhythm, form and dynamics with age-appropriate exercises, tools and games. We encourage our students to explore a variety of instruments and play styles so they can get familiar with all parts of the musical landscape; even the most incredible solo guitar players or drummers need to understand how the rest of the band works together.
All students in Plainfield’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!Read less
At School of Rock Plainfield, 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 st...
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At School of Rock Plainfield, 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 Plainfield 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 Plainfield’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!Read less
Our Little Wing students at Plainfield 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 Plainfield’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!Read less
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- October 295:00 PM5th Annual Halloween PartyPartyJoin us for our 5th Annual Halloween Party! Enjoy food, Games, LIVE MUSIC, and costume contest!
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Meet Maggie FollisGeneral ManagerMaggie Follis is the friendly face of our front desk operations and General Manager. One of her favorite musicians is Janis Joplin. Maggie appreciates Joplin's message of female empowerment. Her po...
Read moreMaggie Follis is the friendly face of our front desk operations and General Manager. One of her favorite musicians is Janis Joplin. Maggie appreciates Joplin's message of female empowerment. Her powerful voice inspired Maggie and a few of the School of Rock instructors to start a bluesy rock, cover band. Before Maggie joined us, she was heavily involved with roller derby. But after five years of playing semi professional roller derby, Maggie decided to retire from the fast paced sport to focus on raising her children. Her undying passion for music and today's youth is extremely evident in her radiant smile and diligent work behind the desk. Although Maggie has two children of her own, she supports, cares and helps shape all of our students here at School of Rock.Read less- Meet Toni SavicStudio CoordinatorToni, is our friendly Studio Coordinator. Toni was born in Chicago and married in 1997. Toni and her husband moved to the Joliet area in 1999 where, their three children grew up. Toni received her ...
Read moreToni, is our friendly Studio Coordinator. Toni was born in Chicago and married in 1997. Toni and her husband moved to the Joliet area in 1999 where, their three children grew up. Toni received her degree in accounting and human resource management. She enjoys crafting and LOVES party planning! Toni had not only volunteered with boy scouts, girl scouts, PTA, her church and daughter's soccer team; she also worked at St. Mary's. After deciding to home school her daughter, Toni left St. Mary's after three and half years. Toni missed the fast pace work environment and working with children, she then found herself at School of Rock. Her eclectic musical taste, patience and love of children make her a great addition to our SoR family.Read less 
Meet Colin EdmundsGuitar/Bass Instructor/Show DirectorColin Edmunds is a multi­instrumentalist from St. Louis, MO, specializing in Guitar. Sincebeginning at age 10, he has been constantly involved with music, starting his firstband at age 14, only...
Read moreColin Edmunds is a multi­instrumentalist from St. Louis, MO, specializing in Guitar. Sincebeginning at age 10, he has been constantly involved with music, starting his firstband at age 14, only to branch into jazz ensembles and a youth music program not unlike School ofRock for all four years of high school. From 2006­2009 he was a live guitarist for Lamar Harrisand the L, a soul/hip­hop fusion group from St. Louis. In addition to guitar, he also plays bass,ukulele, saxophone and piano.His passion for music transcends genres, and is limited only by imagination. Drawingfrom elements of surf rock, thrash metal and jazz theory, he currently plays guitar in theexperimental hardcore band GRMLNZ. His motto: 'The 'wrong' note in the right place is the mostpowerful weapon a musician can have'Â He also makes hip­hop oriented psychedelic music underthe alias Kill Bosby.In addition to his musical endeavors, he is a freelance audio engineer with an Associate'sDegree in Applied Sciences (Audio Engineering) from Tribeca Flashpoint Academy, with aspecialty in music recording. He has acted as both engineer and producer in the studio for his ownprojects as well as bands such as Flatfoot 56, Mother Meat, The Kreutzer Sonata and Stinkbomb.Read less
Meet Mike CurranDrum Instructor/Show DirectorMike Curran is a Chicago area drummer, percussionist, and educator. An extremely versatile player,Mike works with a variety of artists and groups that include the funk band Agents of Change, rapper...
Read moreMike Curran is a Chicago area drummer, percussionist, and educator. An extremely versatile player,Mike works with a variety of artists and groups that include the funk band Agents of Change, rapper Add-2 (signed by 9th Wonder and co-signed by Chicago rapper Common),Sublime tribute band Secondhand Smoke, blues guitarist Hector Anchondo, and the rock bands Soul Vistas and My Magic Shoes. Mike also plays percussion in a ska band Evil Empire and has produced live/recording remixes with DJ Hector Guerrero and Johnny Eichem called We Make It Better. As a boy,Mike became interested in music while listening to his father play keyboards.Mike's uncle played blues guitar at most family events and let Mike borrow hundreds of jazz CD's, which had a huge impact on Mike's understanding of music composition and arrangement. Throughout high school and college,Mike developed expertise in jazz, orchestra, and percussion band performance.Mike's love for all music has made him an open-minded, versatile, patient, and fun teacher. He is able to work with all music tastes, with a particular passion for rockin'! A student of Mike's can expect to learn the styles of such drummers as Mitch Mitchell (Jimi Hendrix), Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters), Travis Barker (Blink 182, Transplants), Joey Jordinson (Slipknot), John Bonham (Led Zeppelin), Cindy Blackman-Santana (Lenny Kravitz, Santana), Neil Peart (Rush), and many more!Read less
Meet Bailey PoczosGuitar/Bass/Piano Instructor/Show DirectorBailey is primarily a guitarist, bassist and orchestral string player. She was raised in two polaropposite worlds of music'â€the classical world of orchestra and its antithesis, the undiscipli...
Read moreBailey is primarily a guitarist, bassist and orchestral string player. She was raised in two polaropposite worlds of music'â€the classical world of orchestra and its antithesis, the undisciplined world of punk rock. Growing up in a family of musicians, she picked up guitar at age 8, viola at age 10, and throughout her youth picked up all orchestral string instruments as well as bass guitar. She played in twoof the most renowned youth orchestras in the Midwest, and eventually went on to play with world famous musicians such as violinist Midori Goto and the rock band NYCO. The disciplinary nature of the orchestra setting had initially created a sense of introversion in her musical abilities. She was the only choir girl who did not step up and try out for solos, and was never forward about asking for her shining moments. Punk rock became the musical outlet that changed all of that. Around the age of 14, she became actively involved as a guitarist and bassist in local bands in the Chicagoland area and sought to broaden her range of music, studying blues, rock, gypsy jazz, folk, and general music theory, while learning the basics of piano. Bailey currently is the lead guitarist in the indierock/punk band Verb the Noun, performs in a gypsy folk viola-banjo duet, and is in the process of recording vocals on a solo industrial album.Read less
Meet Martin FarrellGuitar/Bass/Keys/Rock 101 Director/Show DirectorMartin is a multi-instrumentalist playing guitar, bass, sax, piano, organ, harmonica, vocals and percussion. A high-energy rocker with infectious enthusiasm, he is passionate about music and devote...
Read moreMartin is a multi-instrumentalist playing guitar, bass, sax, piano, organ, harmonica, vocals and percussion. A high-energy rocker with infectious enthusiasm, he is passionate about music and devotes his heart and soul to teaching kids to rock! Martin has 24 years of professional stage and recording experience. Martin started his musical journey as a jazz saxophone player at 10 years old. An all-state saxophonist, Martin worked with elite directors gaining a solid foundation. Picking up the guitar at 16, he acted as lead guitarist in cover bands throughout High School. After High School, Martin switched to bass and began his 24 year professional career as the primary songwriter and booking manager in the band Marble. Marble recorded with Ministry producer Fluffy at Chicago Trax and became a staple at Cabaret Metro in the 90s. Marble was a heavy, grunge act notably headlining FreeFest in front of 10,000 fans. Martin then joined up with The Bennett Brothers Band, recording the timeless album Spy Boogie (see iTunes) . BBB played many sold out shows, ultimately treating a huge crowd at Taste of Chicago. The Bennett Brothers Band was southern rock and traditional blues. Playing with the underground band Creepy D (see iTunes) , Martin entertained Mancow several times on national radio, appeared on the nationally syndicated Dave Attel show at Chicago Recording Company, and opened for Zwan at a sold out show at Cabaret Metro. Martin also played lead guitar in the jam band Planet Gello as well as recording with various artists as a studio musician. Martin currently plays in the Chicago blues band: Cousins' Band as organist, bassist, vocalist, rhythm and lead guitar player. A music industry veteran, Martin is also an accomplished Graphic Designer having designed albums for Marble, Creepy D and The Bennett Brothers Band. Martin is an avid martial artist belting up in Combat Hap Ki Do and Tae Kwon Do.Read less
Meet Kimberly GossLittle Wing Director/Vocal InstructorKimberly grew up in the south suburbs of Chicago and has been playing in bands since the age of fifteen. She moved to northern Europe at seventeen to pursue a career in Scandinavia's thriving metal...
Read moreKimberly grew up in the south suburbs of Chicago and has been playing in bands since the age of fifteen. She moved to northern Europe at seventeen to pursue a career in Scandinavia's thriving metal music scene and soon found herself playing in some of the region's most famous bands. She's toured the world several times over as both a keyboardist/backing vocalist and as a lead singer in a number of chart topping metal acts. For well over a decade she played in some of the most legendary rock venues across 5 continents and has also performed at many of the world's biggest music festivals for crowds of 75,000-120,000 people. She has been featured on countless albums from not only her own projects, but also as a guest musician and/or writer for several other successful bands. After the birth of her daughter, Kimberly took a hiatus from music and eventually relocated back to the Chicagoland area. Her career in music has since shifted to better suit her life as a parent. In the summer of 2011, she was asked to have a song she had written years prior, to be featured in an episode of the ABC Family hit series, Pretty Little Liars. From there she has steadily been writing and scoring background music for a variety of TV shows on a number of networks. Already having teaching experience to kids ages 3-17 and raising a young child herself, it was an obvious choice to have Kimberly head our early childhood music program, Little Wing. Her enthusiasm and dedication will get your toddlers well on their way to becoming the next generation of rockers! For more details, take a look at her Wikipedia page: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kimberly_GossRead less
Meet Tim DanielsDrum Instructor/Show DirectorTim plays drums, bass, guitar, and piano. He learned how to play the drums at 8 years old, and has been performing live over 20 years. His influences include Travis Barker, Joey Jordison, Lars Ulri...
Read moreTim plays drums, bass, guitar, and piano. He learned how to play the drums at 8 years old, and has been performing live over 20 years. His influences include Travis Barker, Joey Jordison, Lars Ulrich, Mike Portnoy, Ben Harclerode, and Justin Foley. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy from Illinois State University, and has performed in ensembles such as the ISU Wind Symphony, Symphonic Orchestra, Big Red Marching Machine (drumline captain), and Pep Band (head drumset player). He currently plays drums in the Chicagoland metal band Fools’ Brew and has opened for national acts such as Korn, Butcher Babies, Soulfly, Kill Devil Hill (ex-Pantera’s Rex Brown and ex-Type O Negative’s Johnny Kelly), Kyng, December In Red, Hed pe, Bridge to Grace, Crobot, Upon A Burning Body, and Green Jelly. Tim has 5+ years of experience in working with children and adults with Special Needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorders and Emotional/Behavior Disorders.Read less
Meet Eve BowmanVocal Instructor/Rookies InstructorEve's interest in music started early do to her upbringing. She was introduced to a wide variety of music, and attended many concerts with her family. She loved singing along to her favorite songs,...
Read moreEve's interest in music started early do to her upbringing. She was introduced to a wide variety of music, and attended many concerts with her family. She loved singing along to her favorite songs, and so in elementary school she joined the school's choir. Her experience in choir lasted through college, ending after 13 years of participation. Eve competed in choral and A Capella competitions with her school, and in 2011 participated in the IMEA All-State Honors Choir. Overall, Eve has 6 years of Classical vocal training, and 3 years of Musical Theatre vocal training. She has also achieved a Bachelor's degree from North Central College in Theatre, with a minor in Music. Classes for her higher education studies included music theory, musicianship, vocal pedagogy and diction, and performance experience. Along with her studies, an integral part of her college experience was Co-Creating and Tour Managing the college's A Cappella group Sonata Problem. Eve definitely has a passion for music and performing, and is excited everyday to share this passion with her students!Read less
Meet Aaron OponDrum InstructorAaron has over 15 years experience playing drums and percussion. His eclectic tastes have allowed him to explore many different styles including rock, jazz, funk, latin, fusion, and many others. He...
Read moreAaron has over 15 years experience playing drums and percussion. His eclectic tastes have allowed him to explore many different styles including rock, jazz, funk, latin, fusion, and many others. He is particularly interested in world music and its influence within popular music. Aaron started out by playing in concert and jazz bands through school, quickly gaining an affinity for jazz drumming, leading up to a performance at the IMEA jazz showcase with top student musicians from across the Chicago area. He further developed his skills at Allegro Music, and had the opportunity to play Taste of Chicago twice with fellow students. He has also performed with the Moraine Valley Percussion Ensemble, as well as his own band, which is currently developing demos and playing small shows. All of these experiences instilled in Aaron the value of expanding one's horizons, learning different styles, and the idea that even seemingly opposite styles can still compliment one another. Lastly, Aaron's influences include such diverse talents as Art Blakey, Joe Morello, Stuart Copeland, Topper Headon, John Densmore, and of course, Ringo Starr.Read less
Meet Nick KempGuitar/Vocal/Keys/Drums InstructorNick Kemp-Bystrzycki is guitarist based out of the Chicago Suburbs. He had always been singing since he was young but when he turned 12 he gained an interest in the electric guitar from watching hi...
Read moreNick Kemp-Bystrzycki is guitarist based out of the Chicago Suburbs. He had always been singing since he was young but when he turned 12 he gained an interest in the electric guitar from watching his father play. He since then has been obsessed with the instrument. Nick continued his music education in high school through their Guitar Studio. After graduating Nick attended Joliet Junior College. There he was part of many groups including their guitar ensemble, Jazz Band, and Chamber Singers. He also played in their productions of Grease, Tommy, and Rocky Horror Picture Show. Nick also leads the blues-rock band Fixed Emotion where he sings and plays lead guitar. Nick can't wait to start showing the next generation on how to express their own musical voice!Read less
Meet Simone BranchPiano/Vocal InstructorSimone grew her love for piano from an early age. Beginning in preschool her passion for music and live performance continued and expanded to include swing choir, musicals, and piano accompanimen...
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grew her love for piano from an early age. Beginning in preschool her passion for music and live performance continued and expanded to include swing choir, musicals, and piano accompaniment in junior high. In high school she began teaching piano lessons at
Montessori schools, daycares, and eventually in private homes. As a senior she was an active participant in show choir, inspirational choir, and varsity honors choir. While attending the University of Miami, Simone was able to join a theater group and participate
in vocal performance as a member of collegiate debate. Her last two years at UM she became a music production assistant at the Revolution Live and the Culture Room in Ft Lauderdale, Florida. After experiencing the excitement and confidence that comes with
performing on stage, she returned to Chicago to audition for keys and lead vocals in an all male local metal band. After getting the part, headlining a few shows, and getting some material recorded, they went their separate ways. She decided to return to piano
teaching and expand her focus to include older and more experienced students. Piano has been a part of her life for over 25 years! She is more than excited to continue her passion for teaching at the School of Rock.Read less
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School of Rock 4th Annual Plainfield Summerfest!
Join us on June 3rd and 4th at Settler's Park Richard A. Rock Amphitheater in Downtown Plainfield for School of Rock's 4th Annual Plainfield Summerfest. Sponsored by Me Tu Bella, Baby Q's Food truc...
Read moreJoin us on June 3rd and 4th at Settler's Park Richard A. Rock Amphitheater in Downtown Plainfield for School of Rock's 4th Annual Plainfield Summerfest. Sponsored by Me Tu Bella, Baby Q's Food truck and Follis Insurance Agency.
We will be taking over Settler's Park from 12:00 PM to 7:30 PM. With rockin tunes from America's Music Cities featuring Rock 101 and our Adult bands. Grab the lawn chairs and family for a great weekend. Food trucks will be available as well.
Call or email School of Rock Plainfield for more details!Read less
Testimonials
“Five years ago I walked through the halls of School of Rock for the first time. I had a year of 'experience' under my belt as a guitar student, and was presently taking vocal lessons from a woman whose idea of a fun song to sing was "I Enjoy Being a Girl" from Flower Drum Song. (And before you ask, no, there is no video of me dreadfully singing that.) When my mom had offered up the idea of trying the brand new "Rock School" that was opening, I was skeptical; I mean come on, to a thirteen year old whose after-school hobby was learning Green Day's entire discography note-for-note, the idea of a “Rock School” sounded too good to be true. I was a nervous wreck while making my first entrance into Jason Fein's lesson room. I wasn't entirely sure what to expect but I had dressed in a Ramones shirt and bright red checkered pants to make a point to everybody around and to nobody in particular – “No more choir music and no more showtunes!” Much to my surprise the man I found staring back at me in that room was not an old man ready to teach me Phantom of the Opera, but was the lead singer of a successful punk band. I can't describe the relief I felt in that moment. Jason spent the next half hour working with me on I Want to be Sedated, which was easily the most fun I had ever had in a music lesson to that point. I reluctantly left my first-ever Rock Music lesson and returned to the lobby. Without missing a beat, I spoke the only words that came to mind; “I want to take lessons with Jason.” I had never connected with a teacher right away, so my eagerness had surprised my mom. ”
— Sam 18. Aurora, IL“The way the performance programs teach the kids how to play and perform is great. The practices build their confidence so that when they do their show they kill it. ”
-Ron G, Plainfield, IL“These guys are awesome. They are music focused but people centric. These guys and gals are the real deal...they know music and they know how to teach. I'm a new student and I am looking forward to years of learning. ”
— Michael Slocum, Plainfield, IL“Some of the greatest people in the area pass through these halls and practice rooms. Great teachers that understand each person learns differently. It's all about the music. Highly recommended!”
-Ron Mescall, Plainfield, IL