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At The Detroit School of Rock and Pop Music® we teach people how to excel in music; whether you’re an experienced professional, a beginner, you’ve never played in a band before, or you’re completely scared to play in front of people.

So what does that mean?

At The Detroit School of Rock and Pop Music®, since the purpose is to play music, it means no un-motivating lessons, no sales pitches for new equipment, and no boring songs that aren’t relevant to your life. We’re here to provide the most exciting and motivating musical experiences with some of the region’s most successful producers and mentors.

That’s right. We’re here to ROCK, not sit around every week talking about it.

Now please understand; this isn’t some program where you show up when you want to, cancel within 24 hours notice and; when you do show up, come in having put very little effort into learning the material. This is an opportunity to play with other like-minded people, create an awesome production and sell it to the world together, with all of the excitement and enthusiasm you can muster! It’s a team effort and we at The Detroit School of Rock and Pop Music require a high level of excellence and commitment from all who are involved. We’re looking for folks who are tired of practicing for no reason, and want to start enjoying the benefits of working hard towards their dreams.

Click on The Audition and send us your info today. Then someone will contact you with more information about scheduling your audition and, once accepted, set you up with a weekly mentorship and production rehearsal.

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News

September 3rd, 4th and 5th – Arts Beats and Eats
C and G News – Music lineup announced for Arts, Beats and Eats
VIDEO – DSRP’s Jason Gittinger is a guest on Startup Nation’s PBS Special
VIDEO – DSRP Founder Jason Gittinger and Mega 80′s Drummer at St. Mary’s Fair
VIDEO – Final Rush on WXYZ Channel 7 News
DSRP Bass Instructor Chuck Bartels to perform on the Late Show with David Letterman Wednesday June 23rd
DSRP Bass Instructor Chuck Bartels to perform on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno AGAIN Monday May 24th!
Photos – Field Trips – May 2010 – Royal Oak Girl Scouts
Photos – The Hard Rock Cafe – April 2010 – Songwriting Showcase
SUMMER ROCKS! – Summer camp that ROCKS!
   

Upcoming Events

September 3rd, 4th and 5th – Arts Beats and Eats
June 12th and 13th 2010 – Royal Oak Clay Glass and Metal Show
June 26th 2010 – Detroit Children’s Museum Grand Opening
July 16th and 17th 2010 – Farmington Founders Festival
August 1st, 2010 – St. Aloysius Neighborhood Block Party
August 17th 2010 – Royal Oak Kid’s Cruise
August 23rd 2010 – Summer Rocks! at The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
August 24th 2010 – Summer Rocks! at Cedar Point Amusement Park
 

Customer Comments

MONICA D. – “I have to say that although we travel 30 miles one way, bring my son to the Detroit School of Rock was the best thing we ever did.”
PATTI A. – “She had been taking guitar lessons at another music store and nothing compares to the experience she is having at the DSRP.”
MELANIE F. – “Not all kids fit in to the world of sports or classical violin. Some kids walk through life to a different beat…”
KEVIN R. – “A perfect outlet for that mid-life crisis”
VICKIE M. – “The Detroit School of Rock and Pop has been a Godsend for my son, Dan (age 13)… “
SUSAN M. – “The Detroit School of Rock and Pop has only been open for about six months and they are already second to none…”
   

Press Releases

DSRP Faculty Band now available for clinics, concerts, and master classes!
DETROIT FREE PRESS – Crowds greet Santa at Royal Oak parade
NBC25 – Cedar Point is hiring for 2010
THE DETROIT SCHOOL OF ROCK AND POP MUSIC® EXECUTIVE PRODUCER TO SPEAK TO MICHIGAN MUSIC EDUCATORS AGAIN AT THE 4th ANNUAL MICHIGAN MUSIC CONFERENCE
The Motor City Jazz Orchestra rehearses at The Detroit School of Rock and Pop Music for upcoming New Music Detroit Music Marathon at the MOCAD.
NO NEED TO GO TO LA OR NYC, THE DETROIT SCHOOL OF ROCK AND POP MUSIC EXPANDS CURRICULUM WITH NEW CLASSES COURSES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 22ND WITH IMMEDIATE ENROLLMENT
THE DETROIT SCHOOL OF ROCK & POP MUSIC’S STUDENT BAND – THE DETROIT GHOULS OF ROCK – TO PERFORM FOR NIGHTMARE SINEMA WITH WOLFMAN MAC ON WYMD My TV20 DETROIT
THE DETROIT SCHOOL OF ROCK AND POP MUSIC ANNCOUNCES “SUPERSTAR” PARTICIPATION WITH SUMMER ROCKS! SUMMER CAMP
WRITING TO ROCK! THE DETROIT SCHOOL OF ROCK AND POP MUSIC SPONSORS ESSAY CONTEST
THE DETROIT SCHOOL OF ROCK AND POP MUSIC™ WELCOMES THE MOTOR CITY HORNS TO STAFF
 

Programs

SUMMER ROCKS! – Summer camp that ROCKS!
STUDIO TECHNIQUES 101
DSRP Faculty Band now available for clinics, concerts, and master classes!
LESSON – Play the first riff of Deep Purple’s “Smoke on the Water” with your friends!
The Ultimate Rock and Roll Birthday Party!!!
SONGWRITING 101
FIELD TRIPS – Bring your students on an informative trip to a real working recording studio!
BEGINNERS WELCOME
GIRLZ ROCK!
IS YOUR INSTRUCTOR DETROIT SCHOOL CERTIFIED?
   

Opportunities

September 3rd, 4th and 5th – Arts Beats and Eats
AUDITION ALERT! – Guitarist for professional tribute show needed.
2010 – Royal Oak Clay Glass and Metal Show – Music Act Submission Form
DSRP Faculty Band now available for clinics, concerts, and master classes!
Songwriting 101 Showcase at The Hard Rock Cafe – April 11th!
DSRP at The Hard Rock Cafe – March 28th!
DSRP Rocks the Hard Rock! – December 13th
The Ultimate Rock and Roll Birthday Party!!!
AUDITION ALERT! – Cedar Point Auditions for next season… Have an amazing summer gaining music experience and get paid!
C AND G NEWS – Have a Festive Fall
 

Staff Gigs

DSRP Bass Instructor Chuck Bartels to perform on the Late Show with David Letterman Wednesday June 23rd
DSRP Bass Instructor Chuck Bartels to perform on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno AGAIN Monday May 24th!
DSRP Faculty Band now available for clinics, concerts, and master classes!
Take your project to the next level! – MEGA 80′s Drummer, Jason Gittinger, available for select recording and live dates.
The Motor City Horns – TRUMPET, TROMBONE, SAX, and WINDS LESSONS!
DSRP Faculty Band Rocks the IT World
ACCESS TO SUPERSTARS – Jam Night – April 19th at Memphis Smoke
DSRP Bass instructor, Chuck Bartels to perform on Tonight Show March 3rd!
JASON GITTINGER – Executive Producer
BRENT NAGY – Drums/Producer
   

Access to Superstars Podcast

September 3rd, 4th and 5th – Arts Beats and Eats
Access to Superstars – 111 One eskimO
Access to Superstars – 110 Ann Delisi
Access to Superstars – 109 Colin Harfield
Access to Superstars – 108 David Johnston
Access to Superstars – 107 Jimmie Bones
Access to Superstars – 106 Ed Wolfrum
Access to Superstars – 105 Chris Codish
Access to Superstars – 104 Cybelle Codish
Access to Superstars – 103 Chuck Bartels
 

Photos

Photos - Field Trips - May 2010 - Royal Oak Girl Scouts Photos – Field Trips – May 2010 – Royal Oak Girl Scouts

Photos - The Hard Rock Cafe - April 2010 - Songwriting Showcase Photos – The Hard Rock Cafe – April 2010 – Songwriting Showcase

Photos - The Hard Rock Cafe - March 2010 Photos – The Hard Rock Cafe – March 2010

Photos - The Hard Rock Cafe - December 2009 Photos – The Hard Rock Cafe – December 2009

Photos - G-BOAT - October 2009 Photos – G-BOAT – October 2009

Photos - Fox 2 News - Define Loud - September 2009 Photos – Fox 2 News – Define Loud – September 2009

Photos - Eight Mile Curve - September 2009 Photos – Eight Mile Curve – September 2009

Photos - The Henry Ford - August 22, 2009 Photos – The Henry Ford – August 22, 2009

Photos - Summer Rocks! - August 2009 Photos – Summer Rocks! – August 2009

Photos - Milford Memories - August 8, 2009 Photos – Milford Memories – August 8, 2009

   

Video

VIDEO - Summer Rocks Camp 2 2010 - A Taste of Ink VIDEO – Summer Rocks Camp 2 2010 – A Taste of Ink

VIDEO – Summer Rocks Camp 2 2010 – More Than Words VIDEO – Summer Rocks Camp 2 2010 – More Than Words

VIDEO - Summer Rocks Camp 2 2010 - Bat Country VIDEO – Summer Rocks Camp 2 2010 – Bat Country

VIDEO - Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival - Poker Face VIDEO – Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival – Poker Face

VIDEO - Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival - Hurt So Bad VIDEO – Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival – Hurt So Bad

VIDEO - Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival - Bust a Move VIDEO – Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival – Bust a Move

VIDEO - Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival - Come On Eileen VIDEO – Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival – Come On Eileen

VIDEO - Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival - Jailbreak VIDEO – Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival – Jailbreak

VIDEO - Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival - Love Love Kiss Kiss VIDEO – Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival – Love Love Kiss Kiss

VIDEO - Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival - Afterlife VIDEO – Aminal at Farmington Founders Festival – Afterlife

 

Studio

THE MICHIGAN CATHOLIC – Local musicians team up for CD, concert of hope, healing for Haiti
The Ultimate Rock and Roll Birthday Party!!!
“Monday Night Crew” rocks The “April in the D” contest on WRIF and Fox Sports Detroit
SONG FROM THE STAFF – “I Believe in You”
FIELD TRIPS – Bring your students on an informative trip to a real working recording studio!
WHEN EAST KISSED WEST – Love is in the air at The Detroit School of Rock and Pop Music’s studio.