The Student of the Month is IAN BLAIR - as an ongoing workshop member, Ian is now writing and singing his own tunes, improving on his soloing, reading fluently, and hey, he likes to sing classic Dylan tunes - not bad for a 15 year old picker!

With a 40+ year career that includes performing with some major artists, and a teaching background that includes over 35 years of experience coaching individuals and classes both here and abroad, an Honors degree in classical guitar, a California State teaching credential, Rockenbach Music Studio specializes in guitar and electric bass lessons (keyboard for music theory). The one-on-one instruction includes sight-reading, ear-training, solo transcriptions, improvisation, song writing, and theory. All styles and levels are covered. Beginners and veterans alike. These are very patient lessons.

I'm the head coach here, my name is Jock Rockenbach.. I play various guitars and other instruments as well as sing, compose, and record, and . . . you probably get the picture. If you're not sure, just look around and it will become pretty clear.

I see about 50 students a week at my studio in the Glenview District of Oakland. In addition to the private lessons, we also hold workshops, songwritng development sessions, recording sessions, and summer camps for enrolled students. We have even been known to take "field trips".

I am very proud of the students here, both past and present. A web site serves as a great way to advertise a service, but it's also a wonderful vehicle for applauding the progress of the hard working music students.

So look around, and if you have any questions please call 510 531 5625, or email me.