New Woodbridge Music School To Hold Grand Opening With Performances, Guitar Smashing

WOODBRIDGE, VA — A music school is getting ready to rock our socks off with the grand opening of its new Woodbridge location.

School of Rock, a performance-based music education school, will open at 13999 Noblewood Plaza in Woodbridge on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. At the grand opening, there will be live performances, school tours, local food, vendor pop-ups and more.

School of Rock House Bands from Alexandria and Haymarket/Chantilly as well as the new School of Rock Woodbridge students will provide the live performances at the grand opening. Attendees can also tour the school, watch a guitar smashing ceremony, enjoy face painting, meet school instructors, enter raffles, enjoy two food trucks and browse local vendors like Pinay Collectibles, Major Creations desserts, and Wreath Slayer 3D.

Husband and wife duo Bradley and Samantha Etzweiler own the School of Rock Woodbridge location. Brad Etzweiler is a retired U.S. Marine who served until November 2024, and Sam Etzweiler is a public elementary school teacher. The couple was driven to open School of Rock due to their daughter Kasey's decade as a student, starting at age 5 at a School of Rock in Coral Springs, Florida. Now Kasey is a drummer who continues to attend School of Rock.

"We believe music has the power to bring people together, and at School of Rock Woodbridge, we’re passionate about using that power to make a positive impact in our community," said co-owner Samantha Etzweiler in a statement. "Whether it’s performing at local events, supporting causes, or collaborating with other organizations, we are here to be more than a music school—we are here to be a community partner."

School of Rock Woodbridge will offer music programs for children as young as 4 to adults. Programs are available for all skill levels to help students develop or revive their passion for music. In the programs, students receive one-on-one instruction on guitar, bass, drums, keyboards or vocals once a week. Group rehearsals teach students how to play as a band. According to the school, the performance-based approach provides real experience performing in local venues and developing skills like collaboration, creativity, discipline and confidence.

"Music is one of the greatest inventions of all time—it connects, inspires, and empowers people of every age," said Brad Etzweiler. "At our school, we don’t just teach music; we help students find their voice, build confidence, and be part of something bigger. That’s the magic of music, and we’re proud to share it with the Woodbridge community."