An Origin Story: Summer Sessions
Kevin stepped into the original Summer Sessions of 2011 with 30 kids and several dedicated friends standing beside him. Rich with his knowledge of the positive and negative aspects of the music world, Kevin decided that he would provide a space that honored his newfound value: musical integrity. He would create an environment where there was less compromise and more collaboration.
Student of the Month: May 2024 Edition
Our students are multi-faceted and so much fun to get to know. With that in mind, we have decided to highlight a few students each month, spreading their awesomeness to the Rock 101 community.
Outside the Lines
Understanding the magic that happened when she colored outside of the lines brought Kristen’s violin practice to life. Just like her laugh, her musical talents shine best when she uses them joyfully and in a way that is true to herself.
ON REPEAT PLAYLIST: SPRING 2024
We give you the Spring 2024 Rock 101 instructor playlist. These are the songs that the instructors and staff are currently listening to and loving. On repeat.
Pun Master Flex: Introducing Jameson Ray
Whether you need to learn how to play the drums, organize musical instruments and gear, or explain the difference between a fish and a piano, Jameson’s your guy. You can’t tuna fish :)
Student of the Month: APRIL 2024 Edition
Our students are multi-faceted and so much fun to get to know. With that in mind, we have decided to highlight a few students each month, spreading their awesomeness to the Rock 101 community.
Reflections with Bridgette
As Community Outreach Coordinator, Bridgette deals with lessons, scheduling, and software details all day long; however, when she talks about Rock 101, none of this comes up. What she observes are not the details but the outcomes. She sees heartfelt connections, strong community, and meaningful work.
Student of the Month: March 2024 Edition
Our students are multi-faceted and so much fun to get to know. With that in mind, we have decided to highlight a few students each month, spreading their awesomeness to the Rock 101 community.
Smells Like Teen Spirit: The Neuroscience of Band League
Band League is teaching skills, habits, and socio-emotional abilities that benefit the students. The evidence of this abounds. Knowing the neuroscience, and therefore the importance, of these different aspects only magnifies the effect.
The Intriguing Case of Dustin Harvey
I have never met anyone like Dustin. Not kidding. He contains a conglomeration of qualities that renders the mind boggled.
ISO Joy: Adult Lessons at Rock 101
It’s time to reclaim the freedom and possibilities of what you believed in as a child.