UCO's 'School of Rock' to expand in new space

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - University of Central Oklahoma's so-called "School of Rock" will expand its space and course offerings as it begins its second year. The school more formally known as the Academy of Contemporary Music at UCO had about 150 students when it opened last August in Oklahoma City's Bricktown entertainment district.

UCO vice president Steve Kreidler says the school has proven so popular that it will have about 400 students in its second year. It also will expand from its current home on the fourth floor of a Bricktown building to occupy the second floor as well, an addition of about 4,400 square feet. In addition, the school also is obtaining a second lease for a 6,500-square-foot rehearsal and performance venue in another Bricktown building.