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School of Rock 2021 AllStars students perform songs at Carriage House Studios in Stamford
August 4, 2021

New Canaan School of Rock students AllStars Music Program participators

Students from the New Canaan School of Rock recently participated in the 2021 AllStars Music Program that took place at the Carriage House Studios in Stamford. The team recorded seven songs, including an original song that was written by their songwriter.

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2021 AllStars Music Program
July 22, 2021

School of Rock 2021 AllStars Music Program

School of Rock has selected 92 of the most-accomplished students from its global network of schools to perform in the 2021 AllStars Music Program. These elite musicians will enjoy the experience of a lifetime during two weekends performing and recording music at iconic U.S and Brazil recording studios and live venues.

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School of Rock Otay Ranch's Mark Sheffield
July 21, 2021

School of Rock's Mark Sheffield Recognized as a 2021 Franchise Rock Star by Franchise Business Review

School of Rock Otay Ranch's Mark Sheffield was identified by franchise research firm, Franchise Business Review, as being one of 2021’s Franchise Rock Stars.

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People taking a photo in front of School of Rock backdrop
July 21, 2021

School of Rock Named to Franchise Business Review’s 2021 Culture100 List

School of Rock was recently named to Franchise Business Review’s second annual “Culture100” list. The list recognizes the top 100 franchise brands in a 2021 report on the Best Franchise Cultures.

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July 9, 2021

School of Rock Wins 2021 Franchise Innovation Award for School of Rock Method App™

The third-annual awards honor industry-disrupting franchisors who have created and implemented the most original, successful, and innovative strategies and tactics to build their brands.

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Young kid learning to play guitar
June 28, 2021

Forbes: How Music Education Has Adapted To Meet Every Student’s Needs

Forbes writer Gary Drenik recently interviewed Chief Marketing Officer, Elliot Baldini, on how School of Rock pivoted and innovated during 2020.

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June 11, 2021

School of Rock Expands to South Africa with New Master Franchise Agreement

The current owners of School of Rock Claremont, in Cape Town, will open at least 8 new locations across the country in the next 8 years as master franchisees.

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School of Rock students learning how to play music and preparing for show in Colorado Springs
June 4, 2021

Kids learn to rock at School of Rock in Colorado Springs

The next generation of local musicians are hard at work and preparing for their next rock show. It’s all happening at the School of Rock in Colorado Springs which had its grand opening in late April.

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School of Rock student learning the guitar with their teacher
May 20, 2021

School of Rock Opens First Music School in Europe

The new music school, located in Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, Spain opened May 15th.

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Student practicing bass guitar
April 30, 2021

School of Rock wins Best Children's Service & Education Franchise in Global Franchise Awards

The 4th Annual Global Franchise Awards celebrated the brands that are raising the bar in international franchising.

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