Jam With The School Of Rock, Opening Soon In Parsippany

PARSIPPANY, NJ — The School of Rock is coming to Parsippany, and with it, a band of young rock-and-rollers.

School of Rock, a leader in performance-based music education, will be opening its newest school in Parsippany next week. The school will be located at 200 US-46.

On Sept. 7, from noon to 4 p.m., a grand opening ceremony will be held, featuring live performances from School of Rock students, staff, and adult musicians, as well as family-friendly activities. Guests can also expect face-painting, a tie-dye t-shirt booth, and several local vendors.

Parsippany’s School of Rock is owned by lifetime music-lover and long-time musician Robert Corbi, who was “inspired by the power of music to connect and uplift communities.”

Corbi began playing guitar at a young age, motivated by the music of The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and other titans of the industry. Now more than ever, as a father of two, he sees the importance of “exposing kids to art, music, and creative learning environments early in life.”

“At School of Rock Parsippany, we’re building confidence, creativity, and community,” Corbi in a statement. “Watching our students grow as musicians and people is what makes our school so special. Nothing is more important to us than being a positive influence in Parsippany, and we can’t wait to give back.”

At Parsippany’s School of Rock, young aspiring musicians will get one-on-one, weekly lessons on guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, vocals, and/or even songwriting. The students can also take part in group rehearsals, and eventually in live performances at real venues.

There are programs for all ages four and up (including adults) of varying skill levels. Lessons focus on chords, music theory, technique, solos, and more.

“Robert’s passion for music, combined with his commitment to family and community, makes him an outstanding addition to the School of Rock family,” said Stacey Ryan, President of School of Rock. “We’re excited to see him bring our unique performance-based music education to Parsippany and create a space where students can build confidence, creativity, and lifelong friendships.”

Founded in Philadelphia in 1998, School of Rock now has more than 650 schools across the nation. To learn more about what the school has to offer, visit its website here.