Bach to Rock, America’s Music School, Acquired by Spark Harbor

Spark Harbor has acquired Bach to Rock, a music school franchise from Cambridge Information Group (CIG), a private investment firm.

Bach to Rock operates 57 locations nationwide and has ongoing franchise activity. The brand has a scalable operating model, a leadership team, and an approach that blends music education with performance-based learning.

“Bach to Rock has developed exactly what we look for: a curriculum that keeps students coming back year after year, a franchisee base that believes in the model, and schools that provide a third place for kids to find community and confidence,” said Jeff Phillips, Founding CEO of Spark Harbor. “We are bringing operator experience and franchise development expertise to accelerate growth and reach more families across the country.”

Bach to Rock’s leadership team has contributed to the brand’s operations and will continue to lead the business moving forward. The team has developed an operating model rooted in curriculum and support to provide a consistent customer experience.

“This transaction is a testament to the strength of the Bach to Rock system and the team behind it,” said Brian Gross, President of Bach to Rock. “We’ve spent years building a model that delivers for franchisees, students, and families alike. Partnering with Spark Harbor validates that work and gives us the resources and strategic support to scale even further.”

Spark Harbor’s involvement will allow the brand to accelerate expansion under the platform, which is purpose-built to scale high-performing, family-focused brands.

“CIG acquired a single Bach to Rock site in 2007 and helped build the company into the top-tier national franchisor it is today,” said Andy Snyder, CEO of Cambridge Information Group. “We are excited about Spark Harbor’s vision for the brand and their ideal stewardship of Bach to Rock’s next chapter.”

Spark Harbor’s portfolio includes Water Babies, a baby swim school franchise, and USA Ninja Challenge, a youth obstacle course training brand. Bach to Rock is now part of the Spark Harbor portfolio.

As Bach to Rock moves forward, it will continue to support franchisees and deliver music education programs to students across the country.

East Wind Advisors served as financial advisor to Bach to Rock in this transaction.