BA Music Education Western Illinois University MM Northwestern University Over 30 years experience as a performer and teacher (Elmhurst College, DePaul University). Musical Ensembles (Chicago Brass Quintet, Millar Brass Ensemble, Tower Brass of Chicago, Illinois Philharmonic, Chicago Sinfonietta) I enjoy helping students find strategies to improve and hopefully inspire them to be the best they can be by passing on the knowledge I have gained from outstanding peagogues like William DeJong, Vincent Cichowicz and Adolph Herseth, and many years of teaching and performing experience....

Founded in 1982, PM Music Center, based in Aurora, Illinois, has been serving the surrounding areas with top-notch music services. They specialize in the rental, sales, private instruction, and repair of school band and orchestra instruments. PM Music Center works with hundreds of school music programs and directors in the Chicagoland area, offering products from respected international manufacturers like Bach, Eastman, Jupiter, Pearl, Selmer, and Yamaha. Under new ownership since 2021, they continue to build on the strong foundation of providing high-quality and affordable music services.

At Bach to Rock Northbrook, we bring the joy of music to life with a wide range of lessons tailored to every aspiring musician's needs. Whether you're interested in piano, brass, violin, drums, singing, guitar, or bass guitar, our expert instructors deliver personalized instruction to nurture your musical talents. We also offer music and audio production lessons for those eager to dive into the technical side of music creation. Join us in Northbrook, IL, and let us help you find your rhythm!

Bellas Artes School of Music, founded in 2009, is a family-owned and run music school based in Glen Ellyn, Illinois and serves the surrounding areas. This school is passionate about mentoring musicians towards a life in the arts. With their conservatory-trained and experienced staff, they believe in the importance of education and the opportunity to influence a child's life. They value their close relationships with families who deeply care about their children's musical education. Their approach is professional, friendly, and sincerely dedicated to what they do.

Classic Violins, located in Mundelein, IL, and serving surrounding areas since 1989, is a family-owned and operated business specializing in the sales, rentals, repair, and restoration of high-quality string instruments. Their expertise extends to violins, violas, cellos, basses, and bows, created in the fine European tradition. Repairs and restorations are undertaken by professionals graduated from the Chicago School of Violin Making, ensuring exceptional quality. They also offer violin and viola lessons, making Classic Violins a comprehensive hub for string instrument needs.

Luscombe Music Inc, family-owned and founded in 1975, is a full-service retail music store in Elmhurst, Illinois. They specialize in high-quality instrument rentals and sales, alongside providing private music lessons personalized to each student's needs. Additionally, their expert technicians offer top-notch repair services. Luscombe Music Inc is committed to supporting music education and fostering creativity with their large selection of print music, instrumental accessories, and music-themed gifts.

Founded in 2006, the American Music Institute situated in St. Charles and Clarendon Hills, Illinois, is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to delivering high-quality music education. Open to all ages, levels, and styles, it offers a variety of programs from private and group classes, summer camps, to a concert series. AMI's award-winning faculty and artists provide instruction for all instruments, with a focus on preserving the cultural art of music education and performance for future generations. Notably, AMI also hosts the Chicago Youth Orchestra and the Chicago Violin Competition, fostering the development of young talent in th

Imperial School of Music, founded in 1955 and located in Geneva, IL, provides excellence in music instruction for children and adults. Their college-accredited instructors are professional musicians with experience in symphony orchestras, big bands, and award-winning concert bands. They offer custom, private lessons in a range of instruments from classical to jazz. The school, run by owner Maureen Christine-Bazan, is proud to be the longest-running music lesson studio in the Fox Valley area, celebrating over 60 years of teaching music.