BAND SCHOOL WELLINGTON
The Rock Academy band school is perfect for young musicians who want to experience the thrill of playing in a band. Each band meets for 1 hour per week and gets instruction for one of our amazing band tutors. We organize gigs every second term and write and record an original song every second term. The bands also play their favorite covers.
Equipment
The band space has top-quality equipment. A Mackie PA with six vocal microphones, Gretch drum kit (which has been muted down to keep volumes at a manageable level), Zildjian cymbals, Fender and Marshall guitar amps, SWR bass amp, electric piano with weighted and touch-sensitive keys.
Location
Located in the heart of Wellington at Left Bank Cuba Street.
The Band Mentors
Our band mentors are some of the best in Wellington and are passionate musicians who are personable and love teaching. They either study music or have studied, play in bands/solo or specialise in studio recording. All their valuable knowledge is ready to pass on to our pupils.
Gigging
Our bands gig interm 2 and 4. We hold our concerts at band venues around Wellington and encourage the parents to 'manage' the bands so the kids can gig more. School fairs, festivals and Christmas concert are always popular for young bands. The Smoke-Free Rock Quest is another event on the Rock Academy calendar and we help our bands write and prepare to play on the big stage.
Testimonial
Testimonial
'Hey Geoff - thanks for organising a great night out for the kids at the Fringe bar yesterday. It was excellent - loved watching them and their standard is really great for their age and experience. Thanks for all your encouragement of Anabel - she’s loving band. Best regards, Jo Williment
'Hello, My name is Margaux Astrid. I find the 'Rock Academy' really fun! I love interacting with the other students there, and jamming with our teacher. Another reason why I like Rock Academy is the location. Some students that are in my band come from far and wide but since I live in Wellington City, it's just a hop away! Furthermore, I love Rock Academy because we can have fun, and express ourselves. I attend another band, and I can't really express myself there, because my band members are older than me, and so I find it hard to communicate with them, but for some reason, the Rock Academy makes me feel comfortable to express myself. Overall, I think the Rock Academy is an extravaganza! I look forward to going there on Thursdays and having the time of my life. Thank You!'