Most of our students are world ranked, including three top three musicians over the past two years. If someone wants to play for fun we do that too. most important, we have fun playing music and there are opportunities to perform and travel the world -- even for our youngest students. Executive Director Kell Chole has a masters degree in education and is also a world champion musician. How do we roll? We teach on Saturdays and operate under these basic rules: Be kind, have fun, and learn a lot. We accept kids starting at 3 thru college age and also have an adult program. Everyone gets a private lesson because everyone learns at their own pa...

Hello! Thank you for your interest in working with me One - on - One!  One-on-One Mentoring is designed for the artist who would like to work closely with me to address specific goals and needs. I will answer any questions, provide critiques on the technical aspects of your gifting, and offer instruction and assignments.   Meetings will be held via Zoom. I specialize and am passionate about harmony in all aspects of artistry. I’d love to work with you! Let me know! Toni Ruppert...

My coaching effectively prepares the student for real-life conditions and provides them with essential tools and experience in the marketplace. It is exciting and rewarding to be part of enabling talent and creative abilty in students

The Chicago Actors Studio is a well-established and recommended, reputable acting training institution with roots going as far back as 1946 when famous acting training coach and performing arts icon, Ted Liss, decided to share his masterful skills of turning ordinary everyday individuals into top known professional actors of stage, screen and television. We offer audition workshops, monologue and cold reading, accent reduction classes, on-camera technique, and fundamental acting training in our cozy studio. Many such students that have emerged to stardom were: Tom Bosley, from the TV series “Happy Days” and “Father Downing Mysteries”, Oscar w...

Welcome! I am a globally experienced educator who encourages my students to become whole artists, focusing on passion, person, and their goals. I have been an educator for 8 years and taught in over 4 countries. I have played trumpet for 17 years and practice voice for 8. I have my Bachelors of Music from Lawrence University. I am proficient in jazz, classical, and commercial trumpet, and jazz and contemporary voice training. My lessons also provide music theory training, but I do offer composition and theory lessons separately if desired. I teach in English and Spanish. Whether you're a beginner, coming back after decades off, or an advanced

I teach classical, jazz, gospel, pop, note reading and ear-training. I also teach organ and voice. I have extensive knowledge and experience in stage presence, having traveled around the world as an accompanist. I give two recitals a year, summer and winter. I encourage students to get basic knowledge of piano whether they continue as a professional or not. It has been proven to help with all academic studies. Follow me on LinkedIn, Facebook and feel free to Google me. I enjoy teaching people who really want to learn. When I see the "light bulb" come on, I am overjoyed! Here at Harris House of Music we celebrate the small victories as well a...

Down Home Guitars is a stringed instrument music store and full service music school located in beautiful downtown Frankfort, IL. We have a staff of 19 quailified and experienced instructors and we currently teach over 300 students per week Monday through Saturday. offer lessons in different styles on almost any instrument including guitar (acoustic & electric), bass, piano, violin, viola, drums & percussion, voice, banjo, mandolin, harmonica, woodwinds (saxaphone, clarinet, flute), dobro, pedal steel and more. We offer all school recitals twice per year and offer other performing opportunities as well. Our Band Camp classes are a hit with ...

A performer for over 35 years, Mark Madsen has appeared as a singer, musician, and entertainer all across the United States. From rock to pop, to blues, to swing, his performances are truly products of the Chicago melting pot. Mark has appeared for an eclectic group of performers including Frank Sinatra, Gloria Estafan, Bonnie Raitt, Steve Allen, Steve Lawrence and Edie Gorme, and others. He has worked many of Chicago's noted nightclubs including Andy's Jazz Club, Jilly's Bistro, Cafe Luciano, The Pump Room, Pops For Champagne, Green Dolphin Street, The Metropole, The Moulin Rouge, The Green Mill, and the campyUnderground Wonder Bar. Addition...

Welcome to Ava Cherry, where your musical journey takes center stage. Based in Chicago, IL, I offer personalized singing lessons and music production guidance tailored to your unique talents and aspirations. Whether you're a budding vocalist or an aspiring music producer, my one-on-one sessions are designed to enhance your skills and ignite your passion for music. With a focus on nurturing creativity and technical excellence, I am committed to helping you achieve your artistic goals in a supportive, inspiring environment. Join me at Ava