Get Ready To Rock At This New Music School In Castro Valley

CASTRO VALLEY, CA — School of Rock, a performance-based music education company that inspired the Jack Black-led movie by the same name, has opened a new location in Castro Valley.

The Castro Valley location is owned by Gail and Jef Paderes, a married couple and music lovers who play drums and guitar. The Paderes were first introduced to the School of Rock when they enrolled their children, according to the company.

During their first preview of a live performance at the school, the Paderes were inspired to bring it to Castro Valley, a community they grew to love for its welcoming, small-town feel.

"We fell in love with Castro Valley because it truly feels like a tight-knit community where people look out for one another," Gail said in a statement. "We want to be an active part of the community, build strong relationships, and help enrich the lives of our students through music."

School of Rock was founded in 1998 in Philadelphia and has since grown into an international franchise with hundreds of locations, according to the company. The school offers lessons from piano and guitar to drums and vocals.

"School of Rock Castro Valley offers music programs for all skill levels and age groups, from kids as young as three to adults," according to School of Rock. "School of Rock’s patented performance-based model builds musical skills while fostering life skills like creativity, resilience, and teamwork."

School of Rock Castro Valley is located at 20444 Redwood Rd. Other School of Rock locations can be found in Berkeley and Alameda.