Battle of the Bands

Bach to Rock Music School Announces Winners of Third Annual National "Battle of the Bands"

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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BETHESDA, Md., July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bach to Rock, America's music school for students of all ages, proudly announces the winners of its Third Annual National "Battle of the Bands" competition, which was live-streamed on July 1-2, 2023. Students from Bach to Rock schools across the country showcased their talents and competed against other bands while vying for top honors in this popular event for the national franchise of 56 music schools. Students competed in local and regional preliminaries for a chance at submitting their performance to the national competition. Fifty bands competed in three divisions: elementary school, middle school, and high school. A national panel of nine judges selected one winner and two runners-up per category, and over 10,000 online supporters voted for their fan favorite in each category prior to the event. All music genres were represented, from country to pop-rock and hip-hop, to classic rock. The complete list of winners is below, and all of the performances can be viewed on bachtorock.com/live.

Key Points: 
  • Students from Bach to Rock schools across the country showcased their talents and competed against other bands while vying for top honors in this popular event for the national franchise of 56 music schools.
  • Students competed in local and regional preliminaries for a chance at submitting their performance to the national competition.
  • Fifty bands competed in three divisions: elementary school, middle school, and high school.
  • 1st: Screaming Metal Deathtrap – Bach to Rock, Lutz, FL
    Runner up: NAN – Bach to Rock, Redmond, WA
    Runner Up: Unplanned Bland Band – Bach to Rock, Carmel, IN
    Fan Favorite: The Band of Fire – Bach to Rock, Port Washington, NY
    1st: Fear The Hammer – Bach to Rock, Lutz, FL
    Runner up: Martha – Bach to Rock, Tanasbourne, OR
    Runner up: Magscots – Bach to Rock, Bethesda, MD
    Fan Favorite: The Relish Agents – Bach to Rock, Plymouth, MN
    1st: Chemical Reaction – Bach to Rock, Port Washington, NY
    Runner up: Subject To Change – Bach to Rock, Denville, NJ
    Runner up: Fallen Angels – Bach to Rock, Nanuet, NY
    Fan Favorite: Subject to Change – Bach to Rock, Denville, NJ
    "I am so proud of all the bands that competed in this year's National Battle of the Bands.

HBCU Week Awards Gala Presented by Bank of America Expands Scholarship Support for HBCU Students

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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WILMINGTON, Del., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Week Foundation, Inc. is hosting its 4th annual HBCU Week Awards Gala presented by Bank of America on June 9 at the HOTEL DUPONT in Wilmington, Delaware. The sold-out fundraiser elevates the organization's powerful mission of providing scholarship dollars for students enrolling in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), minimizing student debt, and diversifying the talent pipeline from college to corporate America.

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  • Annual Event Raises Millions in Scholarship Dollars, Strengthens HBCU Talent Pipeline
    WILMINGTON, Del., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Week Foundation, Inc. is hosting its 4th annual HBCU Week Awards Gala presented by Bank of America on June 9 at the HOTEL DUPONT in Wilmington, Delaware.
  • "The overwhelming support for this year's HBCU Week Gala has been nothing short of amazing," said Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation.
  • "HBCU alumni have influenced every aspect of our daily lives, from finance and technology to education, sciences and the arts," said Chip Rossi, Delaware President, Bank of America, the presenting sponsor for this year's HBCU Week Foundation Gala.
  • To support the HBCU Week Foundation, Inc. and its ongoing initiatives, secure donations can be made online at https://www.hbcuweek.org/ .

The H.B.C.U. "Battle of the Bands" Leaves Georgia, but Georgia Doesn't Leave It

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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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", born Marc Jakob Lewis, a Globally Published Recording Artist, delivered an astonishing display that electrified a crowd of over 5,000 people at "Halftime" of Alabama State University's Men's Basketball Game.

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  • ", born Marc Jakob Lewis, a Globally Published Recording Artist, delivered an astonishing display that electrified a crowd of over 5,000 people at "Halftime" of Alabama State University's Men's Basketball Game.
  • Performing two of his new singles entitled: "Tik-Tok" and "7 days", Prince Marc Jakob enthralled spectators with an exciting and jovial production that left A.S.U.
  • Receiving an overwhelming and exhilarating response from the crowd, at one-point, mid-performance, the entire A.S.U.
  • ", creatively stormed the Basketball Court with cheerful chants and unique dances of their own, to "P.M.J.

TRIBECA ANNOUNCES MIAMI MUSIC LOUNGE DECEMBER 1-4, 2022

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tribeca today announced a pop-up Music Lounge in Miami from December 1–4, featuring four days and nights of exclusive performances. Sponsored by OKX and Audible, the exclusive Music Lounge will take over Understory (formerly the Center For Subtropical Affairs) in Miami's Little Haiti neighborhood, and offer attendees a curated experience from original artists, musicians, and performers.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tribeca today announced a pop-up Music Lounge in Miami from December 14, featuring four days and nights of exclusive performances.
  • "We look forward to showcasing a special entertainment experience this winter at Tribeca Music Lounge, sponsored by OKX and Audible," said Tribeca Chief Operating Officer Pete Torres.
  • The Music Lounge in Miami follows on the heels of Tribeca's successful Music Lounge at Baby's All Right in Brooklyn during the Tribeca Festival.
  • For the latest updates on Tribeca Festival and the Music Lounge in Miami, follow @Tribeca on Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube , and LinkedIn or visit tribecafilm.com/festival and sign up for the official Tribeca newsletter .

Bach to Rock Music School Recognized as a Top Franchise for Veterans in the October/November 2022 Issue of Entrepreneur Magazine

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Monday, October 10, 2022
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BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bach to Rock, America's music school for students of all ages, proudly announces it is recognized in the October/November 2022 issue of Entrepreneur Magazine on its prestigious list of the Top 150 Franchises for Veterans, attaining a ranking of number 33. The Top 150 Franchises for Veterans ranking considers each company's veteran incentive, how veteran franchisees are attracted to and supported by the company, and how each company scored in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2022 Franchise 500® ranking. Bach to Rock has been named to the Franchise 500® ranking consecutively since 2017. View Bach to Rock's ranking on the Top 150 Franchises for Veterans list here.

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  • BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bach to Rock , America's music school for students of all ages, proudly announces it is recognized in the October/November 2022 issue of Entrepreneur Magazine on its prestigious list of the Top 150 Franchises for Veterans, attaining a ranking of number 33.
  • "We take great pride in assisting veterans through our incentive program and we are honored by the distinction from Entrepreneur Magazine.
  • Bach to Rock is a music education school for students of all ages, from early childhood through high school and beyond.
  • Bach to Rock knows learning music should be fun and students learn best when they play music they enjoy.

Bach to Rock Music School Presents the Final Segment of its Franchisee Spotlight Series, Introducing Mengjia Chen, Owner of B2R San Diego

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022
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BETHESDA, Md., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bach to Rock (B2R), America's music school for students of all ages, today announces the launch of the final profile in its franchisee spotlight campaign, which features top Bach to Rock music school owners sharing their tips for success in starting, owning and operating a Bach to Rock franchise. The spotlight campaign provides essential information for others considering a livelihood as a Bach to Rock music school owner. Click here to review the complete series. The owner of Bach to Rock San Diego, Mengjia Chen, is featured in the last segment. She and her husband Lee opened the school in February 2020, one month before the pandemic lockdowns. Balancing the demands of being a working mom of three young children and managing a new business amidst the pandemic presented unique challenges for the franchisee. Armed with her Master of Accounting degree and a passion for music education, Chen helped the school thrive by using her time efficiently, remaining steadfast and committed through the worst of the pandemic, and working closely with her colleagues every day.

Key Points: 
  • The spotlight campaign provides essential information for others considering a livelihood as a Bach to Rock music school owner.
  • The owner of Bach to Rock San Diego , Mengjia Chen, is featured in the last segment.
  • "Our final profile features Mengjia Chen of our San Diego school.
  • Bach to Rock is a music education school for students of all ages, from early childhood through high school and beyond.

Bach to Rock Music School Announces Winners of Second Annual National Battle of the Bands

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Friday, July 1, 2022
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BETHESDA, Md., July 1, 2022   /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bach to Rock, America's music school for students of all ages, proudly announces the winners of its Second Annual National Battle of the Bands competition, which was held virtually on June 25-26, 2022. Students from Bach to Rock schools across the country were given the opportunity to showcase their talents and compete against other bands while vying for top honors in this popular event for the national franchise of fifty-four music schools. Forty-six bands competed in three divisions: elementary school, middle school, and high school. A national panel of judges selected one winner and two runners-up per category, and over 6,000 online supporters voted for their fan favorite in each category during the pre-recorded livestream event. All music genres were represented, from country to pop-rock and hip-hop, to classic rock. The complete list of winners is below, and the winning performances can be viewed on the Bach to Rock YouTube channel. Click here for a list of all Bach to Rock schools.    

Key Points: 
  • The Second Annual Battle of the Bands Featured 46 Bands from B2R Music Schools Across the U.S., with Winners in Elementary, Middle and High School Divisions.
  • BETHESDA, Md., July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bach to Rock , America's music school for students of all ages, proudly announces the winners of its Second Annual National Battle of the Bands competition, which was held virtually on June 25-26, 2022.
  • Winner: Sick Moose Bach to Rock, Lutz, FL
    Runner Up: The Unplanned Bland Band Bach to Rock, Carmel, IN
    Runner Up: NO SLAC Bach to Rock, Port Washington, NY
    Winner: The Squee Gees Bach to Rock, Bethesda, MD
    Runner Up: Raging Beast Bach to Rock, Bristow, VA
    Fan Vote: Eternal Moon Bach to Rock, Lansdowne, VA
    Winner: Clefs of Apollo Bach to Rock, Herndon, VA
    Runner Up: Last Wednesday Bach to Rock, Bethesda, MD
    Runner Up: Actual Purgatory Bach to Rock, Lutz, FL
    Fan Vote: Actual Purgatory Bach to Rock, Lutz, FL
    "The National Battle of the Bands is a highly anticipated event for all of our schools.
  • Bach to Rock is a music education school for students of all ages, from early childhood through high school and beyond.

Bach to Rock Music School Launches Part Three of its Franchisee Profile Series, Introducing the Owners of its Tampa and Orlando Schools

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Monday, May 16, 2022
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BETHESDA, Md., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bach to Rock, America's music school for students of all ages, today announces the launch of the third profile in its franchisee spotlight campaign, which features top Bach to Rock music school owners sharing their tips for success in starting, owning and operating a Bach to Rock franchise. The 4-part series continues with the introduction Rick and Holly Schmidt, the husband-and-wife owners of two Bach to Rock music schools in Tampa and Orlando, Florida. Prior to opening their Tampa school in 2018, Rick spent over 20 years in the music and radio industry. Holly's experience in the corporate health care industry continues as she supports the schools through her organizational and management skills. The fourth and final profile in the series will feature the owner of the Bach to Rock music school in San Diego, California.

Key Points: 
  • The 4-part series continues with the introduction Rick and Holly Schmidt, the husband-and-wife owners of two Bach to Rock music schools in Tampa and Orlando, Florida.
  • The fourth and final profile in the series will feature the owner of the Bach to Rock music school in San Diego, California.
  • "Our third profile features Rick and Holly Schmidt, owners of the Bach to Rock music schools in Tampa and Orlando, Florida.
  • The spotlight campaign will provide essential information for others considering a livelihood as a Bach to Rock music school owner.

DR. JAY CALVERT CO-CHAIRS THE RHINOPLASTY COURSE AT THE AESTHETIC SOCIETY; PINCH HITS IN PLASTIC SURGEON ROCK BAND

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Monday, May 2, 2022
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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Jay Calvert , co-host of the Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Podcast , attended the live meeting of The Aesthetic Society held last week in San Diego, California.

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  • BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Jay Calvert , co-host of the Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Podcast , attended the live meeting of The Aesthetic Society held last week in San Diego, California.
  • He co-chaired the Rhinoplasty course that was jointly presented by The Rhinoplasty Society and The Aesthetic Society .
  • Leading Plastic Surgeon presents lectures at national meeting and plays guitar for Battle of the Bands.
  • Dr. Jay Calvert and Dr. Millicent Rovelo recapped The Aesthetic Society meeting on their podcast, The Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Podcast.

Bach to Rock Music School Launches Part Two of its Franchisee Spotlight Series, Introducing the Mother-Son Owners of its Plymouth, MN, School

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022
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BETHESDA, Md., April 12, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bach to Rock, America's music school for students of all ages, today announces the launch of the second profile in its franchisee spotlight campaign, which features top Bach to Rock music school owners sharing their tips for success in starting, owning and operating a Bach to Rock franchise. The 4-part series continues with the introduction of the mother and son team of Judy and Jake Shoulak, owners of the Bach to Rock music school in Plymouth, Minnesota. Judy has over 30 years of corporate experience, most recently as the President of Buffalo Wild Wings, North America. Jake is a musician and audio engineering professional, having studied and worked in the Minneapolis area and beyond. In May 2022, the Shoulaks are opening their second school in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. Future profiles in the series will feature the owners of Bach to Rock music schools in: Tampa, Florida; and San Diego, California.

Key Points: 
  • Future profiles in the series will feature the owners of Bach to Rock music schools in: Tampa, Florida; and San Diego, California.
  • "The franchisee spotlight campaign has become a very helpful resource for people interested in Bach to Rock school ownership.
  • They offer hands-on tips for starting, owning and operating a Bach to Rock music school," said Brian Gross, President of Bach to Rock.
  • The spotlight campaign will provide essential information for others considering a livelihood as a Bach to Rock music school owner.