Nine-year-old C.J. Tywoniak plays a guitar solo during a concert at The Paul Green School of Rock Music in Philadelphia.
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Nine-year-old C.J. Tywoniak plays a guitar solo during a concert at The Paul Green School of Rock Music in Philadelphia.
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Synopsis
Paul Green stands in front of his students at The Paul Green School of Rock Music in Philadelphia. He leads a performance-based program for young musicians aged 9 to 17, teaching them the music of bands like Black Sabbath and Frank Zappa. Interviews with students, including 12-year-old guitarist C.J. Tywoniak, reveal their aspirations and challenges. Rehearsals and concerts illustrate their progress and the unique teaching methods that encourage creativity and teamwork throughout the 93-minute documentary.
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Why Watch
- Meet Paul Green, a unique music educator.
- Follow students like C.J. Tywoniak and Madi Diaz.
- See concert footage of students performing rock classics.
Did You Know
- The film had a budget of $600,000, with one third spent on music rights.
- Filming began in January 2003 and lasted for nine months.
- C.J. Tywoniak was only twelve years old when he performed in the film.
- The soundtrack features performances by students alongside famous musicians like Alice Cooper and Billy Idol.
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Who directed the documentary Rock School?
Rock School was directed by Don Argott.
What was the budget for the film Rock School?
The budget for Rock School was $600,000.
When did filming for Rock School begin?
Filming for Rock School began in January 2003.
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