Today we’d like to introduce you to Jora Bart.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I spent nearly two decades working in sports and entertainment, always drawn to creative work and building community. After the birth of my third child, I reached a point where I wanted more flexibility, more purpose and the chance to build something of my own. Music had always been a big part of my life, and my husband is a lifelong musician, so opening a School of Rock felt like the perfect intersection of family, creativity and entrepreneurship.
We opened School of Rock Plymouth, which also happened to be the 300th location worldwide for School of Rock…and from day one, the focus has been on creating a place where students can grow in confidence, find belonging and experience the joy of making music together. Today, I’m proud to lead a school that not only teaches music, but helps build community through it.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
One of the biggest challenges was diving into areas that weren’t my expertise- working with contractors and architects, managing books and payroll and learning how to truly understand and plan for cash flow. Another learning curve was managing a team of musicians who are incredibly creative but not always wired for administrative tasks. A lot of it came down to trial and error, especially around finding the clearest and most effective ways to communicate, but those challenges ultimately helped us grow as a leadership team and build stronger systems.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
School of Rock specializes in performance-based music education for students of all ages and skill levels. What we’re known for is teaching real musicianship through playing in bands. Students don’t just take lessons, they apply what they learn on stage, building confidence, discipline and teamwork along the way.
I’m most proud of the community we’ve created- a place where students feel safe, supported and empowered to be themselves while doing something challenging and creative. What sets us apart is our emphasis on collaboration, live performance and belonging. We’re not just teaching music; we’re helping people find their voice and their place through it.
Networking and finding a mentor can have such a positive impact on one’s life and career. Any advice?
My biggest advice is to never be afraid to ask. Reach out to people you admire and ask to buy them a cup of coffee or offer to come to them for a short informational interview. Go big! The worst someone can say is no. In my experience, people genuinely love talking about what they do and what they’re passionate about.
Networking doesn’t have to feel transactional. The most meaningful connections I’ve made started as simple conversations and grew into real relationships over time. Those relationships often turn into mentorships, collaborations and opportunities you could never plan for. It all starts with showing curiosity, courage and follow-through.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.schoolofrock.com/locations/plymouth
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/school_of_rock_plymouth
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SchoolOfRockPlymouth/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jorabart/
- Twitter: https://x.com/SchoolofRockUSA
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW8lXFsH6idLxBZsu5UVykw
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/school-of-rock-medina-3
