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Rivkah Reyes on School of Rock and Bass
Rivkah Reyes, bassist from School of Rock, shares how the film inspired a generation of bassists.
In brief
Rivkah Reyes, bassist from School of Rock, shares how the film inspired a generation of bassists. Rivkah Reyes, who played bass in School of Rock, inspired millions to pick up instruments after the film's success. Originally reported by Guitar World.
Rivkah Reyes' Bass Journey
Rivkah Reyes had never played bass before School of Rock.
“I had never picked up a bass in my life until I was cast in School of Rock”
Audition for Guitar Role
Reyes was originally auditioned for the guitarist role but switched to bass.
“They auditioned me originally for the guitarist role”
Learning Bass
Reyes was confident she could play bass after a quick audition.
“I was super-precocious when I was 10, I was just like, 'Well, yeah, it's only four strings. I'm sure I'll nail it.'”
First Band Performance
Reyes performed in the film's climactic battle of the bands scene multiple times.
“We were playing in front of a huge audience in a huge theater”
School of Rock Success
School of Rock grossed $131.3 million worldwide.
“School of Rock became a worldwide hit, grossing $131.3 million”
Inspiring Future Bassists
Reyes says School of Rock inspired millions to play instruments.
“Every time I see a girl playing bass, I'm like, 'Did I have a little something to do with that?'”
The headline
Rivkah Reyes, who played bass in School of Rock, inspired millions to pick up instruments after the film's success.
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