Learn how to create harmonies within the major scale and step up your songwriting with School of Rock.

School of Rock, and our partners at Shure Inc., look back at some iconic moments in music history to show our students that the same microphones they use in their rehearsal rooms and on stage were also used by the legendary Black musicians who inspire them.

These 9 Black musicians, through years of dedication and passion, have made the music industry what it is today. Find out more with School of Rock!

At School of Rock, we celebrate some of rock music’s earliest artists and influencers. Many of these artists were inspired by musicians that came from other genres, such as Latin rhythms, Blues Rock, and Mexican Folk. You will find these inspirations in most of the artists listed in this article. In addition to their biographies, be sure to check out their notable songs and what popular artists or bands they are known to have directly influenced.

Whether you're a musician or music lover - ear health is so important for long-term music enjoyment. Read more about the importance of hearing protection for musicians from our friends at Earasers!

Behind the scenes and in front of the mic, queer people have changed the music industry. Learn and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community’s impact at School of Rock.

Check out some of the greatest songwriters of all time, and learn how to rock out to their music (or write your own) at School of Rock now!

Ear training is the secret weapon of a well-trained musician. Learn how to facilitate your quest for better ears with School of Rock!

In the next article, we'll celebrate female musicians and bands from multiple decades who were, and still are, influential in music as we know it.

In this second article, we will celebrate female artists from multiple decades who were, and still are, influential in shaping music as we know it.