School of Rock Montclair

Specialties

*School of Rock is the leader in performance-​based music education. Gone are the days of traditional music instruction — our unique, immersive teaching method is based on our belief that the best way to learn music to to play it. *

*Our Performance Program is the best way for students to get the full School of Rock experience. It includes private lessons on guitar, bass, drums, piano/​keys or vocals and weekly band rehearsals to prepare students for live shows at real rock venues. The authentic on-​stage experience teaches more than musicianship — kids gain outstanding teamwork skills and confidence while having fun with their friends. *

*School of Rock offers programs for preschoolers, kids, teens and adults of all skill levels. Kids just beginning their musical journey can participate in our Rookies, Rock 101 or Lessons+ programs to get a feel for their chosen instrument, the dynamics of group performance and fundamentals of music theory in preparation for our Performance Program. Top students can also audition for our prestigious AllStars program to experience a real concert tour.*

*As experienced professional musicians, our instructors not only provide guidance on the finer points of musicianship, but also educate kids on what it takes to put on a great live show. And with schools all over the world, School of Rock students are plugged into an unparalleled, international network of music lovers, artists and industry icons. *

History

Established in 1996.

School of Rock (formerly known as The Paul Green School of Rock Music) is a music education program. This educational company operates and franchises after-​school music instruction schools in the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Philippines, serving more than 17,000 students via 140 locations in 8 countries, becoming the largest after-​school music program in the United States. Though they offer a pre-​school introduction to music for children age two through six, the majority of their students are in a performance-​based program where students are accepted at any skill level, with the goal getting them on stage, playing a concert before a paying audience. The most skilled students in each school form a band and play concerts in their city, and the top students from each school compete to become a member of an «All-​Star» band and tour regionally. They have recently expanded to offering career development for working bands, and «Grad School» for adult amateur music

Meet the Business Owner

Matt S.

Business Owner

School of Rock is the leader in performance-​based music education. We teach guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and vocals, and our students put on amazing shows at local venues. Our programs, camps and workshops for toddlers, kids, teens and adults make learning to play music fun and create great communities of musicians.