On August 14th, 2022, Rockit Academy revisited 1969 by celebrating the most famous music festival of all time: Woodstock. The Rockit Academy musicians played to a sold out audience at House Of Independents in Asbury Park, NJ. Founding member of The Young Rascals, Eddie Brigati, joined the young musicians on stage to perform the iconic … Continued
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Pioneers of Rock ‘n Roll
The origins of Rock ‘n Roll music are hard to pin down. Its history is less a clear progression, and more an experience, a movement, a sensation. It’s easier to look at the genre’s influence on today’s music than it is to look back at its blurred beginnings. A vast array of artists contributed to … Continued
Brittneyann Accetta Joins Cast of The British Invasion – Live on Stage Tour
Rockit Alumna, Brittneyann Accetta, has joined the cast of The British Invasion – Live on Stage Tour. The immersive multimedia show features a full live band performance of all of the hits of the Swingin’ 60’s, the iconic British pop sound that swept across America and the world. The tour begins February 12, 2022. Congratulations … Continued
How Has Rock ‘n Roll Influenced Music?
Rock ‘n Roll is a style of music that originated in the United States in the mid-1950s. It grew out of other genres such as blues, gospel, jazz, and even country, blending them all together to form something new. Some of the first Rock ‘n Roll artists include musicians like Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley, Buddy … Continued
Rock ‘n Roll Photographer: The Life and Work of Mark Weiss
Mark “Weissguy” Weiss is an American photographer best known for his work with Rock ‘n Roll artists. He got started with photography as a teenager and would photograph live concerts without permission. He would later sell the prints of the performers to fans, but was arrested in 1977 for selling photos of a KISS concert … Continued
Who Is Steven Van Zandt?
Musician, Performer, Songwriter, Arranger, Music Producer, Music Supervisor, TV Producer, Actor, Director, Broadway Producer, TV and Film Composer, and Live Event Producer, International DJ, Activist, Historian, Teacher, member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and recognized internationally as one of the world’s foremost authorities on both Contemporary and Traditional Rock and Roll. “He’s … Continued
The Importance of Mentoring
When you are younger, it’s incredibly important to have someone in your life that you look up to and respect. This person becomes a positive role model that you emulate and learn from. Even more than a role model, this person can become a mentor. Mentors come in many different forms, including teachers, friends, family … Continued
Camille de la Cruz Joins Cast in Karma’s World on Netflix
Rockit’s very own Camille de la Cruz has joined the newest Netflix animated kids series, Karma’s World. Camille voices the character Carrie, a friend to Karma in the show’s story. Karma’s World was created by rapper/actor Ludacris with one goal in mind: to teach the youth about the importance of self empowerment! The show follows … Continued
The Benefits of Music Education
When people think of music education, they usually only think of a student learning how to play an instrument. While that is a big part of music education, there are many other aspects, such as learning to read music, studying music history, understanding different music theories, and more. Taken together, all of these parts of … Continued
The Benefits of Joining a Band
When you first learn to play an instrument, it’s usually on your own or with a teacher. Then, when you get better and more advanced, you will most likely spend more time around other people who play music and realize how much you enjoy being around musicians who are similar to you. A shared love … Continued