It’s Gotta Be Rock ‘n Roll Music: 1955-1965

I loved directing and producing “It’s Gotta Be Rock ‘n Roll Music: 1955-1965” back in 1997. 

The Merit Academy students researched the history of rock and roll, and learned that it was founded in rhythm and blues.  Chuck Berry opened the door for the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, and the Beach Boys (among others). 

Our students performed the #1 hit from every year from 1955-1965 and gave the audience a history lesson in the roots of rock ‘n roll and what was happening in the world that created the perfect segue to arguably the best musical period post WWII. 

The students started Merit ‘50’s Entertainment as a small Business in 7^th grade. 

Thanks to Jeni Sudbrink, choreographer; Susanne Hobbs, voice trainer and coach; and Iain Crabb , midi music producer for this amazing production!