We are joined by Russ Brand and Chad Greenwald, the passionate individuals behind this unique music education program that has been making waves in the community. Throughout the episode, they discuss the core values, transformative experiences, and the continuous growth of School of Rock Columbus.

Passion and fun are the driving forces behind School of Rock Columbus. Russ and Chad believe that when work is combined with enjoyment, it greatly benefits the students. They understand that learning music extends beyond mastering instruments and techniques. By fostering an environment where students can have fun and express themselves, School of Rock Columbus also becomes a platform for building friendships and acquiring essential life skills.

What sets School of Rock Columbus apart is their authenticity and genuine care for their students’ growth. They prioritize creating a community that reflects their passion, compassion, openness, and the ability to be oneself. They aren’t solely focused on making money, but rather on developing children who share their love for music. School of Rock Columbus believes that the more music they generate within the community, the better the community becomes.

The school’s approach revolves around the belief that music should be educational and enjoyable. Learning techniques, scales, and theory through songs allows students to not only improve their musical skills but also immerse themselves in the joy of creating music. This holistic approach is evident in the various performance groups they have formed, catering to different age ranges and musical genres.

Both children and adults actively participate in the program, with even an adult band taking center stage at end-of-season shows. The camaraderie and support among participants from different age groups is truly remarkable.

Here are some resources we mention in the podcast.

We would love to hear from you.

Give us your feedback, or suggest a topic, by leaving us a voice message.

Email us at hello@lookingforwardourway.com.

Find us on Facebook.

Please review our podcast on Google!

And of course, everything can be found on our website, Looking Forward Our Way.

Recorded in Studio C at 511 Studios. A production of Circle270Media Podcast Consultants.

Copyright 2024 Carol Ventresca and Brett Johnson

Most Recent Episodes

July 1, 2024

Combatting Age Discrimination in Hiring and Retention

The episode focuses on the challenges and solutions associated with ageism in the workplace, particularly concerning mature adults. With insights from experts Dr. Phillip Taylor and Dr. Phyllis...

Listen · 1:01:50

June 17, 2024

The Magic of a Reboot and other Tech Tips

We are joined by tech experts Andy Landrum and Alex West from Nice Guy Technology. We dive into the importance of rebooting your computer, the crucial practice of backing up data, and the precautions...

Listen · 45:28

June 3, 2024

The SOAP Project

In this episode, we look into a harrowing yet crucial topic—human trafficking. Joined by our special guest Theresa Flores, the founder of The SOAP Project, we explore the intricacies of combating...

Listen · 45:18

Load More Episodes

Brett Johnson and Carol Ventresca Looking Forward Our Way Podcast

The Looking Forward Our Way Podcast is co-hosted by Dr. Carol Ventresca, a recently retired Encore Careerist, who is expanding her horizons through a variety of opportunities. And Brett Johnson, owner of Circle270Media Podcast Consultants. He works with entrepreneurs, businesses, brands, and non-profits to plan, launch, produce, and implement podcasts into their marketing strategies. And he's affectionately known to his podcast clients as "My Podcast Guy."

Carol and Brett have been working together co-hosting this podcast, now in its "encore career," since 2017.