The Academy of Rock Music

Single Student Pricing

Term	Installment Rate	Discounted Cost If Paid in Full	Number of Rehearsals *	Number of Gigs
Fall (early September - mid December)	4 payments of $105	$390	12	2
Spring (early January - late May)	5 payments of $105	$490	16	2
Summer (late June - late August)	2 payments of $140	$260	8	1

Sibling Rates (per sibling)

Term	Installment Rate	Discounted Cost If Paid in Full	Number of Rehearsals *	Number of Gigs
Fall (early September - mid December)	4 payments of $95	$355	12	2
Spring (early January - late May)	5 payments of $95	$440	16	2
Summer (late June - late August)	2 payments of $130	$240	8	1

* Students attend one 2-hour rehearsal each week with performances scheduled towards the middle and end of each semester with the exception of the summer semester, which will have one gig scheduled at the end of the semester.

Who can sign up for AoRM?

Do you play Drums, Guitar, Bass, Keyboards or Sing and are currently taking private lessons on your instrument? Do you love Rock & Roll Music and are between the ages of 9 & 18? Jump-start your musical career at The Academy of Rock Music!

How do I sign up?

On the web – Click Here
Call Ron Lowder – (757) 947-4774
Email Ron Lowder – ron at varocks dot com

Who will I be in a band with?

Students will be placed into bands according to their age and skill level (beginner, intermediate or advanced). Classes consist of 6-9 students per band which include (1-2) Drummers, (3-4) Guitarists, (1) Bassists, (1) Keyboardist & (1-2) Vocalists.

What type of music will bands be playing?

The main focus will be on Classic Rock & Roll from the 60′s, 70′s & 80′s. Bands such as Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, AC/DC, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, The Who, The Rolling Stones, Black Sabbath, Queen, The Ramones, The Police, Van Halen, Aerosmith, etc…

Can I sign up at any time during the semester?

Yes! However, students who sign up close to a concert date will not be guaranteed a spot in the concert lineup.

I am not currently taking private lessons. Can I still enroll at AoRM?

It is strongly recommended that students sign up for and remain in private instruction throughout their enrollment at AoRM. The Academy of Rock Music is not intended to be a substitute for the benefits a one on one private lesson has to offer. Please contact Ron Lowder or Vasili Simmons if you would like to be referred to a qualified instructor.

What equipment should I bring to rehearsals?

Guitarist – your guitar, a tuner, a guitar strap, a cord and guitar pics
Bassist – your bass, a tuner, a guitar strap, a cord and pics (if necessary)
Drummer – your sticks
Keyboardist – everything provided
Vocalist – everything provided

** All students should bring their own pair of earplugs and a notebook & pen to each rehearsal. **

I’m a beginner at my instrument. Can I still sign up for AoRM?

Yes! Song arrangements are catered towards the skill level of the player. A student’s ability will never become an issue as long as they remain in private lessons and continue to practice hard at their craft.