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November 2020
News That Rocks
School of Rock Vienna Performances at the Workhouse Arts Center
All The... Fall Things! Blink, And You'll Miss It! 

This Year's Halloween Parade Was A Thriller!

We were so thrilled to be able to rock Vienna in the Halloween Wave Parade!  It was perfect weather for bringing cheer and a sense of normalcy to the town and we loved every minute of it.  To ensure we could rock safely, we broke the House Band into two groups and switched off halfway.  It was truly special to see everyone who stepped out to wave, yell Happy Halloween and enjoy the floats!  Thanks to the Town of Vienna for figuring out how to make this happen - you all ROCK!  We love Vienna!!

Our Summer Season Performances Really Raised The Bar!

We finished up our Summer Season with incredible performances from the Blink 182, Green Day, Muse, and My Chemical Romance Shows at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, VA! This venue had amazing natural acoustics and even with masks and social distancing, the sound was big and they rocked harder than ever! Thanks to all our kids, parents, and staff for showing their continued support with helping keep the music alive and safe for all! We look forward to an AMAZING FALL SEASON!!  And thanks to Workhouse Arts for giving us a safe, outdoor place to rock!

Rookies and Rock 101 In Person Groups Are Enrolling Now!

Our beginner group classes -  Rookies and Rock 101 are back and in person. We currently have openings in our Wednesday and Saturday sessions.
Rookies in our introductory class, where students get a taste and hands-on experience with all five instruments we teach here (Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keys, and Vocals). We help Rookies build a solid musical foundation and appreciation, while helping guide them to their ultimate instrument of choice in order  to prepare them for private lessons and Rock 101. 
Rock 101 is where you connect what you are learning in your lesson with making music with others and it's FUN!  Students who participate in the Rock 101 experience learn faster and get over that beginner phase more quickly so it's a win win to participate.
For safety, we are still keeping these groups much smaller than before to ensure we can be socially distant while playing and there are a host of other safety protocols in place too.  For more information or to sign up, email Brian on vienna@schoolofrock.com to get on the list.  

Update On Re-Opening In Person Lessons & Groups

We have heard from many parents and adult students that they are comfortable with our safety protocols and ready to return to in person programs.  We have been moving cautiously in this regard to ensure that we have the protocols right and that both our staff and students are safe when in the building, and now we are ready for you! We will be keeping our online options too - your choice! To learn more about our safety protocols, teacher/instrument availability, and all the options, call Brian on 703-242-2184.

Student Spotlight - Meet SOR Guitarist Peter C.


What is your favorite thing about School of Rock Vienna?
My favorite thing about School of Rock Vienna is having the opportunity to play with a wide variety of people.

What is one of your favorite things you’ve learned from your time here so far?
How to learn songs in a limited time.
What advice would you give to all the new SOR student musicians?
The most important thing you can have for learning an instrument is a real desire to want to make music with it.

Top 5 Bands/Artists You Love:
1. Bruce Springsteen
2. Rush
3. Dick Dale
4. Led Zeppelin
5. Green Day


If you could be in any band or artist (past or present) who would it be and why?
I would choose Bruce Springsteen. I just really dig his music.

Welcome to Our New SORockers!

A big School of Rock Welcome to our newest students heading out on their musical journey: Archie, Brian, Claire, Ellie, Gianna, Glen, Lawrence, Olivia, Omkar, Peter, and Vanya - we are so happy to have you rockin' with us!

Holiday & Inclement Weather Policy Information

With the holiday winter season almost  upon us, we want to remind you about how we communicate closures.
Inclement Weather Procedures:
One of the silver linings to our current situation is our ability to pivot to online lessons when needed.  Going forward, should we have inclement weather that effects our roads or ability for staff to come to the school,  we will most likely opt for online lessons that day instead of closing.  On such days, we will send out an email by Noon to ensure you are aware of any changes for that day and we will post on our social media sites so that in person students and groups know what to do on that day.  
Holidays & Schedule 
Your tuition is based on a 48-week year/4 lessons per month + certain holiday closures.  On our designated holidays, we do not offer make up lessons as these have already been built into our fee structure.  Occasionally, we do offer a make up day in advance of Winter Break on a specific date and will announce that in advance for you to take advantage of.  We are OPEN for most holidays but do observe the following and are closed on these dates:

Thanksgiving Weekend 2020 – November 26th thru November 29th. 
Winter Break 2020 – December 24th thru January 1st
Memorial Day Weekend
4th of July
Labor Day Weekend

Not sure if we are open? Check our Facebook Page, give us a call or check your email before heading out.
Upcoming Events - Mark Your Calendar Now!
November 3rd - We are OPEN for all scheduled lessons and groups on Election Day
November 6th & 7th - Vienna House Band and JV Band Auditions
November 21st - Vienna Shop and Stroll - House Band Gig at the Jades Shopping Center and Vienna Plaza, Noon to 4PM
November 26th thru 29th - CLOSED for Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend
December 28th thru December 30th - Indie Rock Winter Break Mini Camp
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Questions?  Contact Us!

Phone:  703-242-2184
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