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Rock Academy: Rock Program for Experienced Students

Rock Academy – Beginner Rock Music Lessons & Band Program at Damm Music Center

Looking for beginner rock music lessons for kids in Wichita? Our Rock Academy at Damm Music Center is an exciting, performance-based program where students learn to play in a real rock band, no band experience required.

What Is Rock Academy?

Rock Academy is designed for younger students with some experience who want to learn how to play rock music and perform on stage. Each student gets a weekly private music lesson on their instrument, plus a weekly group band rehearsal where they learn to play as part of a live rock band.

Students work together to prepare an awesome live concert at the end of each session.

Program Features

Private Rock Lessons – One-on-one weekly lessons tailored to the student’s instrument, skill level, and goals.
Group Rock Band Rehearsals – One-hour weekly rehearsals where students learn how to collaborate, build setlists, and prepare for live performance.
Live Concert Performance – At the end of each session, students take the stage as part of a real band and perform a full concert for friends and family.

This combination of individual instruction and team rehearsals helps students build skills faster, stay motivated, and have a blast while learning music.

Session Schedule

Rock Academy runs in three seasonal sessions each year at Damm Music Center, and students can join at any time.

Spring Session: January – May
Summer Session: June – August
Fall Session: September – December

Why Choose Rock Academy at Damm Music Center?

Perfect for beginners who want to learn how to play in a band
Grouped by age and skill for the best musical fit
Taught by an experienced rock musician and instructor
Builds confidence, teamwork, stage presence, and musical ability in a fun environment
Ends with a live performance that students and families will never forget

Instruments We Teach

Our Rock Academy welcomes students who play guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and voice. All instruments are essential to the rock band experience.

Location

Damm Music Center is located in Wichita, Kansas, and proudly serves young musicians from Wichita and surrounding areas looking for a fun and inspiring way to learn music.

Enroll in Rock Academy Today

Whether your child dreams of playing on stage or just wants to explore rock music in a supportive group setting, Rock Academy at Damm Music Center offers a fun, high-energy environment to grow as a musician and performer. Sign up below!

Rock Academy SUMMER 2025 Schedule

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Bands Will
- Work Together in the same Group
- Create their own Band Name
- Create their own set-list
- Perform a live concert
You Will
- Improve Musical Proficiency
- Improve Stage Presence and Showmanship technique
- Learn about Stage and Live Sound Setup
- Have fun and make great Music!

Session Information:

Instructor: Bruce Despommier
Skill Level: Experienced
Bands: 5 - 7 Students Grouped by Music Taste, Age, and Ability.
Rehearsal Location: Damm Music Center
Rehearsal Times Options (You'll be in one of these):
- Tuesdays 6p - 7p // Tuesdays 7p - 8p // Thursdays 6p - 7p // Thursdays 7p - 8p
Rehearsal Schedule:
- Tuesdays Jun. 3rd - Aug. 5th
- Thursdays Jun. 5th - Aug. 7th
Private Lesson: Day, Time & Teacher will be determined on an individual basis.
Tuition: $169.00/month for 3 months (includes weekly private lesson)
- Price for Rehearsal Only Option (without Private Lessons) $89/month