ABOUT US

    Rock School is a non-profit corporation located in Seattle, Kirkland, and Maple Valley Washington whose purpose is to provide a positive environment for creativity and artistic musical expression. Rock School exposes aspiring young musicians to a rich musical curriculum designed to inform as well as inspire. While attending Rock School, dedicated musicians of all ages will have support and guidance while participating in the most informative, educational, and challenging program of their lives.

    With well over 150 years of combined experience in the music field, our mentors provide the guidance, inspiration, and challenge necessary for students to take their music to the next level. During the sessions, students are given the opportunity to learn the skills necessary to become professional musicians. At Rock School, students will gain hands-on technical experience in critical areas such as recording, song-writing, marketing, music theory, and on-stage performance, as well as an understanding of the determination and dedication it takes to succeed in the music industry today.

    Whether it's pop or punk, metal or blues, Rock School provides the essential technical training and fundamental knowledge necessary for success. Above all, Rock School is dedicated to the development of the whole person through mentorship with caring, supportive, and inspiring professional musicians.

    Rock School Objectives:
    • To inspire, motivate, and encourage the pursuit of dreams through the support and guidance of our mentors
    • To provide positive role models for teens
    • To teach the basics of music theory
    • To convey the importance of setting and reaching personal goals
    • To develop self-discipline and commitment in our musicians
    • To teach on-stage performance techniques which will help maintain focus and enable musicians to perform under pressure
    • To develop comprehensive fundamental skills in all aspects of music
    • To build self-esteem and self-confidence amongst our musicians
    • To explain the psychology of music and how the history of rock can aid musicians in creating the music of today
    • To develop in our musicians the ability to channel emotion into creative artistic expression
    • To experience the healing power of music through performance and self-expression
    • To convey the power of music in getting your voice heard in this world
    • To develop the collaborative abilities of our musicians
    • To explain the complex business of the music industry
    • To discourage the use of drugs and alcohol
    • To stress the connection between a strong work ethic and achievement of goals
    • To encourage strong study habits and a lifelong pursuit of knowledge
    • To create a community atmosphere based on the belief that support and encouragement of one another is an essential part of our success
    • To connect our musicians to their inner selves and to each other
    • To provide referrals and access to additional lessons, instruction, advice, and guidance during the summer months
    • To provide guidance and support for graduates who are ready to play professionally
    • To ensure all interested teens may participate through scholarships
    • 100% high school graduation rate of all attending musicians
    • 95% of all attending musicians will attend post high school training and/or college


    Rock School Core Values:
    • Self Discipline
    • Commitment
    • Collaboration
    • Knowledge
    • Lifelong Learning
    • Self Confidence
    • Ethics
    • Integrity
    • Goal-Setting
    • Practice