School of Rock - Saturday school for Fortismere students 

After a very successful first term, the School of Rock will be continuing at the Music Centre in the Summer Term. It takes place on Saturdays during term-time from 9 am to 12 noon and is led by the musician James Wignall. James has extensive experience as the lead guitarist, principal songwriter, and vocalist in the band Cheatahs. Signed to Wichita Recordings, Cheatahs released two albums, and a number of singles and EPs, with songs gaining airplay on stations including Radio 1 and 6 Music. The band also toured extensively in Europe and North America, and played numerous high-profile festivals. Currently, James is a commercial film composer and lecturer, and is studying for a PhD in Music at Goldsmiths, University of London.

Students have a mix of guidance and sessions from James, plus time for the bands to practise on their own. Each term ends with a gig for friends and family.

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*** Places for the Summer Term 2024 are currently filled, however interested students are invited to submit the form below in order to go on a waiting list for when vacancies might arise. ***