Music

 

Middle School Rock Band

Calling All Rockstars:
Rock Band is Calling Your Name!

Ever dreamed of shredding guitar solos, laying down funky bass lines, or pounding out epic drum beats? Rock Band class is your chance to make that dream a reality – even if you've never picked up an instrument before!

This class is all about turning YOU into a rockstar:

Rock Instrument Rundown: Keyboards, guitar, drums, and bass – the four horsemen of rock! Learn the basics of each instrument and unlock the secrets of making music together.

From Beginner to Band Member: No experience needed – just a passion for rock! We'll get you started on your instrument journey, playing some of your favorite classic rock, country, and pop hits in just a few weeks.

Form Your Rock Crew: Once you've mastered the basics, it's time to form your own rock band! Jam with classmates, create your sound, and get ready to rock the house.

Showtime!: Get ready to take center stage! We'll have opportunities to perform throughout the semester, showcasing your rockstar skills at school and even in the community.

Rock Band isn't just about music – it's about teamwork, creativity, and having a blast! Ready to unleash your inner rockstar? Sign up today!

Orchestra

For 16 years we've been successfully growing our Strings program and your choices of instruments are classical violin, viola cello or double bass. 

For first comers we have our Beginner Strings group , which you can join as early as 2nd grade - that is the only instrumental group that can start at such a tender age.

Bowed strings traditionally take a bit more time to learn, because of the coordination patterns required to master an instrument itself and the bow. So it is one of the most effective activities to develop exceptional fine tuning between your mind and body.

Beginner strings meet 3 times a week : Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday before school at 7am.

With only one year of playing experience you can join our intermediate & advance group : Orchestra. 

This group offers a classical chamber orchestra experience (20-30 players) with a wide range of music styles in our repertoire selection from American traditional, World fiddling tunes and all classical from baroque period to modern contemporary pieces selection.

We specially encourage you to join us if your child arrives at Roger Rowe with previous experience in other string ensembles across the nation - this will bring a unique opportunity of leadership and special music interaction for the younger grades.

Our Orchestra meets twice a week before school:

Monday 7:45  and Thursday 7am.