rock band Classes
Our Virtual Band Project is a unique opportunity for kids and teens to play and learn together, develop songs, record their parts and make a great band video from the safety of their home. We balance learning cover songs while always encouraging original songwriting. Live performances are replaced by collaborative split-screen music videos.
Email info@replayrockschool.com or call 212-235-7510
Songwriting, recording, vocal and more
For songwriting enthusiasts, vocalists and people of all ages wanting to learn to record at home, our classes will teach these skills while emphasizing creativity and personal expression. Private lessons are always available.
Email info@replayrockschool.com or call 212-235-7510
See The Virtual Band Program in action – watch the video
Info For Virtual PROGRAMS
- All Virtual Band Projects (VBP) and other group classes are offered in 6-week sessions.
- We use Zoom for all classes/lessons.
- Groups will have a minimum of 3 students matched as best as possible by age and ability, and by instrument (when applicable).
PRICING (per 6-week session):
- $425 for VBP and other classes with private lessons included.
- $225 for classes with group sessions only.
- The cost of VBP includes one video edit per 6-weeks session. Additional $20 charge per additional video, per band member.
- Enroll in VBP for full 12-week semester for one payment of $800 (save $50)
PLay iN a band: Virtual Band Project (VBP)
This is an exciting new approach that allows kids to collaborate with other young musicians to create a music video of a live performance of a song.
- Through a combination of band meetings, individual lessons and practice time, the teacher helps to guide the students through the process of learning their song parts, honing their instrumental skills and video recording their performances.
- Our staff will then edit the individual audio/video recordings into a video of the band performing the song together.
- Kids will be placed in groups of 3-5 players/singers
- One band video edit is included in each 6-week session. Additional editing fee applies for additional videos.
- Includes weekly 1-hour group lessons and 30-minute private lessons.
“The Virtual Band Project was terrific! We love the tune and the boys sound really good together! I can tell that the students and teacher put a lot of effort into this – you guys rock!”
– Walter, dad of 13-year-old band member
play in a band: Virtual Band Project (VBP)
- This is an exciting new approach that allows kids to collaborate with other young musicians to create a music video of a live performance of a song.
- Through a combination of band meetings, individual lessons and practice time, the teacher helps to guide the students through the process of learning their song parts, honing their instrumental skills and video recording their performances.
- Our staff will then edit the individual audio/video recordings into a video of the band performing the song together.
- Kids will be placed in groups of 3-5 players/singers
- One band video edit is included in each 6-week session. Additional editing fee applies for additional videos.
* Includes weekly 1-hour group lessons and 30-minute private lessons.
“The Virtual Band Project was terrific! We love the tune and the boys sound really good together! I can tell that the students and teacher put a lot of effort into this – you guys rock!”
– Walter, dad of 13-year-old band member
schedule and dates
Each 6-week session is offered in a 7-week cycle to accommodate holidays:
- Spring Session: April 5 – May 14
See specific class dates and times in descriptions below. Please note all times are subject to change based on enrollment.
LEarn to Record
In today’s world, a professional recording studio is often just a few clicks away. Musicians of all genres and experience levels can use ever-pervasive apps and software to write songs, demo arrangements, and create high-quality recordings at home.
RECORDING 101 (Weekly 1-hour group lessons)
- We use Soundtrap to record beats, voice, real and virtual instruments.
- Students learn about the use of effects, such as reverb, delay and EQ, which can help turn a song into a finished production.
- The tools learned here can be applied to all styles of music, including hip-hop/rap, pop, dance, and much more.
- Focus will be given to collaboration with other students in the class, in addition to helping students create sounds they can call their own.
- Ages 9-12: Tuesdays at 4:00pm
- Ages 13-18: Mondays at 5:30pm
LOGIC PRO RECORDING INTENSIVE (Weekly 1-hour group lessons plus 30-min private lessons)
- Learn to use industry-standard software Logic Pro X to explore the power and versatility of a home-recording set-up.
- Topics include: creative and utility effects that create musicality and clarity in a production, synthesizer/sequencer basics, audio manipulation, and much more.
- Techniques learned will be applied to individual and group projects focusing on the music each individual student wants to make, whether that is dance, hip-hop, singer-songwriter or anything in between.
- Thursdays, 5:00-6:00pm
* If you are interested in the Logic Pro Recording Intensive but do not have access to a Mac computer or the software, please let us know.
sing and Harmonize: Virtual Vocal Project
Anyone can be a multi-instrumentalist! In this specialized version of our Virtual Band Project, students will learn how to create a multi-part arrangement of a song all by themselves using the A Capella App on their phone. Students will learn how to sing in harmony with themselves, and get creative to create textures in their arrangements using ‘instruments’ from around the house. They will also learn how to optimize phone-recording techniques and create fun video content! In this class you will:
- Learn to sing in harmony
- Learn how to arrange a song
- Train your ear
- Optimize phone recording techniques
- Create fun video content
Mondays at 4:00pm
* Virtual Vocal Project includes weekly 1-hour group lessons and 30-minute private lessons
explore the art of Songwriting
SONG SESSIONS (Weekly 1-hour private or semi-private lessons)
- Learn about lyric and melody writing, music theory, song structure, and arrangement.
- Students are guided through a personalized songwriting process that will take them from idea exploration all the way through revision. We use listening examples to discuss topics in lyric writing, chord progressions, and basic song structures.
- Call 212-235-7510 or e-mail info@replayrockschool.com for a trial session today!
“Replay gave me the environment I needed to grow with my music”
– Lexi, 13, songwriting student
The Reviews Are In
Authentic experience
“Replay engages kids in an authentic band experience that’s instructive, creative, and wildly fun.”
creative collaboration
“Replay coach Dan promotes a strong ethic of creative collaboration among band members. He’s helped our son fully realize his creative ideas, taking them from notes scratched on paper to full-blown songs. As we’ve all been forced to work remotely, he’s kept the creative songwriting process going through collaborative recording projects.”
Motivation and Fun
“John is a great teacher because the way he teaches makes me want to play more and makes me want to play my best. Side note: He’s funny too!”
Zeke
