The Paul Green School of Rock All Stars July 22, 2009

The All Stars are the best musicians among the thousands of students nationally studying in the 55+ schools in the Paul Green School of Rock Music system," explains Rick Carney, the tour's Music Director. "The students went through a rigorous selection process in order to secure one of the coveted spots with this elite band. This tour provides them a real-world taste of being a professional musician while providing the audiences an unparalleled night of great
music, unlike anything they've ever experienced."

Starring our local musicians:

KEVIN THIEDE, guitarist, 16 years old is a Junior at Westlake High School representing Cleveland on this tour. Kevin has been studying at the School of Rock Music for two years. "Playing the shows with the friends I've made here and having a bunch of pro musicians give me tips and lessons," responded Kevin when asked what he likes best about School of Rock Music. Kevin may pursue a career as a musician, or a scientist, teacher or a writer.

MELISSA WILLIS, bassist, 16 years old, Senior at Bay High School, is one of only five female musicians chosen to perform on the All Star Tour. Melissa explained why she enjoys playing music. She said, "I like how everything sounds when it comes together. When I'm learning my parts I usually don't realize the importance of them until they're integrated with everyone else's. When they are, though, I'm usually like, 'Whoa, cool!'" Melissa plans to pursue a career in either music or writing.
The School of Rock Music Midwest Tour is a grueling schedule, covering ten cities in ten days.

July 17 Frisco, Texas
July 18 Kansas City, Missouri
July 19 St. Paul, Minnesota
July 20 Chicago, Illinois
July 21 Detroit, Michigan
July 22 Cleveland, Ohio
July 23 Milwaukee, Wisconsin
July 24 St. Louis, Missouri
July 25 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
July 26 Austin, Texas

"This all-ages concert is a terrific chance for parents and kids to enjoy a night of rock together...and both generations are guaranteed to enjoy themselves," said Paige Peavler, Midwest Regional Director.

The Cleveland tour stop is Wednesday, July 22 at Brothers Lounge, 11609 Detroit. Music begins at 7:30pm with The Headliners performing first. Tickets for the all-ages show are $10 at the door.

For additional information on the School of Rock Music 2009 Midwest Summer Tour visit Schoolofrock.com or follow on Twitter at http://twitter.com/MWAllStarTour.

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