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Kids Get Experience of a Lifetime at Rock Music School

Posted on: Wednesday, 15 April 2009, 11:44 CDT

GARDEN CITY, N.Y., April 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Ever dream of taking the stage like your favorite rock band? Those rock star dreams come true for kids and teens at Bach To Rock, an innovative rock music summer program where they play in bands and perform at a major music club. While workshops in songwriting, recording, stage presence, improvisation and more develop musical talents, there's something much bigger going on.

"Our outstanding staff of music teachers and industry professionals is as committed to developing student's confidence and social skills as they are to delivering quality musical training," says Maria Sarro, Bach To Rock founder. "We all draw on childhood experiences to make formative decisions about who we think we are and what we think we're capable of. Bach to Rock is carefully designed to create positive experiences that lead to positive decisions. "Charlie Powell, program co-director, agrees. "When you combine a safe, creative, family-like environment with qualified, dedicated instructors, the lessons learned are lifelong."

It seems to be working. "We saw a different person on stage." "My son suffered from severe stage fright and there he was singing." "She has a level of self esteem and confidence we've never seen." Comments like these are common from Bach To Rock parents.

According to students, Bach To Rock is instructive, impactful, and fun. "Bach To Rock is tons of fun and has changed my life. I love everyone there and look forward to it all year!" says Tara Stephens, a student for four years. "The staff are amazing, and I'm a much better guitar player and performer," says Nick Pitman, another Bach To Rocker.

Studies show that a positive experience overcoming challenge or self doubt through supportive education can be transformative. Bach To Rock (running Aug. 3-16) seems to be a great example of that. For more information, see www.BachToRock.com.

About Bach To Rock

Bach To Rock has delivered summer music programs for hundreds of 10-16 year olds. Students play in rock bands, get lessons, learn songwriting, recording, stage presence, improvisation and more from a staff of certified teachers and industry professionals. Programs culminate in a rock concert at a major music venue. The company mission is to provide top notch instruction with lot's of fun and a deep commitment to developing self esteem and social skills.

SOURCE Bach To Rock

Source: PR Newswire

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