OLD TOWN SCHOOL OF FOLK MUSIC
4544 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625 DIRECTIONS
Since 1957
Here’s The Deal:
Old Town School is one of the largest public institutions of the arts in the US, teaching traditional folk instruments, a vast range of dance, theater, and visual arts classes, as well as their popular early childhood Wiggleworms® program. The music school provides financial aid to both children and adults for private lessons & group classes based on financial need. They have 250 of the most talented artists in Chicago, they are ready to inspire you in classes and lessons. Old Town School engagement services offer a wide array of entertainment for any occasion by skilled and professional artists. They regularly conduct summer music camps, concerts, workshops, and events for their students. They provide broad access to more than 700 accredited class offerings, private lessons, and workshops that span an array of artistic genres. Old Town School offers gift cards.
SPECIALTY:
Accordion, Autoharp, Visual Art, Banjo, Bass, Cello, Clarinet, Dobro/Lapsteel, Drum Kit, Fiddle, Flute, French Horn, Guitar, Harmonica, Mandolin, Percussion, Oud, Hammered, Mountain Dulcimer, Piano, Woodwinds, Reeds, Saxophone, Songwriting, Trumpet, Ukulele, Violin, Voice Lessons, Kids, Teens, Adults Classes & Instrument Rentals
Price: Starts from $296 for eight weeks of 30-minute lessons
$424 for eight weeks of 45-minute lessons
$544 for eight weeks of 60-minute lessons
Discount: Get 25% Off the price of selected adult group classes Teens (ages 13-18) View Coupon
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MERIT SCHOOL OF MUSIC
38 South Peoria Street, Chicago, IL 60607 DIRECTIONS
Since 1979
Here’s The Deal:
Merit School of Music is a nationally accredited music school located in Chicago’s West Loop. Their mission is to transform the lives of Chicago-area youth by removing barriers to high-quality music education. The music school helps young people transform their lives and experience personal growth through music by providing access to participation. Their 125 passionate and experienced teaching artists provide access to high-quality music education, engaging over 3,000 students annually at their downtown locations and in area schools and community centers. They develop musicians and provides young people with the tools they need to excel in life, with virtually 100 percent of graduates going on to conservatory or college. The music school is committed to ensuring all people have opportunities to maximize their creative potential. Merit School of Music also offers summer camps. At school, a thousand students are renting instruments at little or no cost.
SPECIALTY:
Horn, Jazz, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Oboe, Percussion, Theory/Composition, Tuba/Euphonium, Band, Guitar, String, Piano. Voice, Early Childhood, Group Classes, Private Lessons, Virtual Electives, Summer Camps & Conservatory
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MERRY MUSIC MAKERS
3759 North Ravenswood Avenue, #119, Chicago, IL 60613 DIRECTIONS
Since 2002
Here’s The Deal:
Merry Music Makers is a vibrant and thriving music schools in Chicago. They are Offering the highest-quality early childhood music education with group classes and private lessons. The music school has a love and friendly environment. All their staffs are skilled, qualified and experienced and professsional musicians. Merry Music Makers offers a wide range of styles and genres. Merry Music Makers frquently provide opportunities to perform infront of the pupils. The music school also conducts summer camps.
SPECIALTY:
Guitar, Piano, Violin, Ukulele, Drums, & Voice