At You Rock School of Music, our group classes and band programs are designed to help students do more than just learn an instrument — we help them become real musicians who can confidently play songs, collaborate with others, and perform together. Whether a student is picking up an instrument for the first time or looking to grow into a more advanced player, our programs are built around creativity, confidence, and having fun while making music.
Students learn the fundamentals of their instrument, including proper technique, musical vocabulary, rhythm, listening skills, and the core concepts needed to play with other musicians. Songs are chosen collaboratively with guidance from the instructor, helping students stay engaged by learning music they actually enjoy. Along the way, students also develop healthy practice habits and gain the confidence to continue playing music for years to come.
As students progress, they have opportunities to join bands and more advanced group programs where they can rehearse with other musicians, work on live performance skills, and deepen their understanding of songwriting, arrangement, teamwork, and musicianship. These programs are an incredible way for students to make friends, stay motivated, and experience the excitement of playing music together in a supportive environment.
The first step toward joining a class or band is booking a private trial lesson. Trial lessons allow us to evaluate the student’s experience level, musical interests, and goals so we can place them in the best-fit class, band, or private lesson program. Private lessons are available in both 30- and 60-minute weekly sessions and often work alongside our band programs to help students grow even faster.
Ready to get started? Book a trial lesson today and let’s find the right musical path for you or your child.
Beginner Guitar and Ukulele
Tuning
“The Essential 8” chords
The musical alphabet and how it relates to the fretboard
Efficient changing between chords and proper technique
Strumming patterns (with and without a pick)
Fundamentals of rhythm, harmony and melody
Songs (THE REASON WE PLAY!)
“Fingerobics”
Beginner Bass
Tuning
The musical alphabet and how it relates to the fretboard
Efficient changing between notes and proper technique
Right hand finger picking as well as using a pick
Fundamentals of rhythm, harmony and melody
Songs (THE REASON WE PLAY!)
“Fingerobics”
Beginner Keyboard/Piano
The musical alphabet and how it relates to the keyboard
Major and minor chords (how to play them and what they are)
Songs (THE REASON WE PLAY!)
Efficient changing between chords and proper technique
“Comping” patterns
Fundamentals of rhythm, harmony and melody
Exercises to build physical control over the instrument
Beginner Drums
Basic stick technique and proper posture
“The Essential 8” grooves
The hierarchy of notes (subdividing the beat)
Efficient changing between beats and proper technique
DRUM FILLS!!!
Songs (THE REASON WE PLAY!)
Exercises to build physical control over the instrument
Bands
What to do after “Beginner” Classes?
JOIN A BAND!!!
Some of the awesome bands at You Rock School of Music:
Doughboys, Security Cats, Bicker, Rob Banks, Edgewood Dads Club, Lane 58, The Persisters, We, Lane 58, Syrup, Saints and Saviors, Captain’s Daughters, Stillhouse and many more.
The goal is to play music, and if you want to do that with other like-minded individuals, we have BANDS! Playing music with friends, in a band situation, is very rewarding, fun, educational. Having goals, such as concerts or shows, helps the students to excel. Bands are for kids, teens and adults. Band members will learn:
The role of your instrument in a band
How to learn songs on your own
Songwriting techniques
Band rehearsal techniques
Performance techniques
How to set up and use the gear needed to rock
Performance experience
Communication and interpersonal skills
We want our students to be able to have a good understanding of the Beginner curriculum prior to joining a band. It makes the whole band work more efficiently, which is ultimately more fun.
I’m an adult and I’ve been playing music on and off my whole life. I already know how to do most of the things in the Beginner Class, what can I do at You Rock School of Music?
We have bands for adults too! If you want to start jamming with other people in the same boat as you or brush up on your skills and to make music a bigger, more regular part of your life, please come in and we will place you with the right group!
