Rock City Music

A band music program for adults and teens, offering lessons, bands, and the opportunity to perform live in local venues.

Discover your inner performer.
Work with professional musicians.
Get out and play!

We teach guitar, bass, keys, drums, vocals, and Rock Band Ensembles in the heart of Allston, Rock City.

Visit one of our band rehearsals and take a trial lesson with one of our awesome professional instructors.

Enjoy the local live music scene from inside!

Small Group Classes

Our small group classes (3-5 students) are an excellent way to start learning a new instrument or brushing up on your skills, all in great company and with the goal to join one of our bands and perform live on a local stage.

Intro to Guitar group class (acoustic or electric)
Intro to Bass Guitar group class
Sing now! group class
Songwriting

One-on-One Lessons

Enjoy personalized, in-depth instruction on your instrument and become the best musician you can be!

You can book one-on-one private lessons on a regular basis for the most consistent learning experience. Or sign up for individual lessons, to work on a particular song or learn a new technique.

Join a Band - 2024 Season

Join one of our bands for a season of weekly rehearsals, culminating in a show.

Start Days: (dates & times are tentative)

Monday group: September 9
Wednesday group: September 11
Saturday group: September 7

Performance Date:

Sunday, February 16, 2025

Join a Band - 2025 Season

Join one of our bands for a season of weekly rehearsals, culminating in a show.

Start Days: (dates & times are tentative)

Monday group: March 3
Wednesday group: March 5
Saturday group: March 8

Performance Date:

Sunday, July 14, 2025

(rain date: July 21, 2025)

Our teachers are professionals with ample experience teaching and gigging on stages small and large.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do the bands play?

Summer shows are typically held outdoors, festival style, either on the Brighton Common Stage, or the Herter Park Amphiteheater by the Charles River.

How do I join a band?

If you are taking lessons with us, we will guide your decision of when to start and help you find the right band for you. If you are already a proficient player, or have some musical background (Rock or otherwise), visit us for a trial lesson and band rehearsal. We'll take it from there.