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.

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.

Ellman's Music Center, located in Naperville, Illinois, has been serving musicians of all levels since 1958. As Chicagoland's oldest family-owned music store, they take pride in their repair shop and have a legacy of providing quality instruments backed by exceptional service. They offer an array of services from private lessons, including a registered Suzuki technique instructor, to band and orchestra rentals and sales. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced musician, Ellman's Music Center is committed to helping you meet your musical goals.