Went to support a friend of a friend....its like a performance In someones garage. People can try…read moreout their amateur music skills with an enthralled group of supporters.

Eldest child learned electric guitar here through private lessons and took part in the performance…read moregroup that culminated in an awesome show on stage at a real club!! I've also been here for a few fundraisers for local non-profits and it's really a great space for that purpose. I think about 50 people attended a recent event in the second floor space and it was perfect for that- great acoustics, cool vibe, welcoming staff, free street parking, great neighborhood location.

My six year old started taking one-on-one piano lessons with Rachel and she absolutely loves her!…read moreRachel is warm, patient and kind to us and we really like the school environment. There is a small waiting area with coloring books and a few tables for families to wait in. We are so pleased with this music school and would recommend it others!

We have 5 children who have taken piano lessons for years, but not until they started with Scott…read moredid the actually Ask to go to class! My oldest daughter is now in college and regrets that we now have a "cool" piano teacher and wishes we had made this change years ago! My boys especially have soared with Scott and Justin and will now be adding guitar in addition to their piano lessons this fall. They learn a lot and have tons of fun and look forward to going back each week. Plus practice at home is not a struggle, they do it on their own, without any prodding--really! My high school senior has also agreed to join the group this fall, after hearing So much about Scott and the program. Plus seeing his band, Sixteen Candles, is a big draw for the teens too! Finally, we had three of our kids in the UpBeat Music Camp this summer, with some of our neighborhood friends. The combination of music and outside games over lunch made for a great day! The concert mid-week was incredible--especially for kids who had never played or had picked up a new instrument for the fist time. And on the final day of camp, at an evening BBQ, all our kids/neighborhood kids put on their own concert for the adults--complete with bass guitar, guitar and piano--playing very cool music. Keep in mind that these kids range in ages 11-16 and they did this on their own--we heard them from outside and came in to watch. Very cool!! Scott, Justin and team give these kids great confidence to try new things, teach them great skills, while having a blast! We are very grateful for this program!

Miss Amy holds court at Musikgarten of Oak Park, an excellent music class for your kids, starting…read more(almost) right after they are born up and through the tween and teen years. Miss Amy is an excellent, vibrant music teacher- both our kids have grown up with her. http://www.oakparkdad.com

From the first class (free trial), we've knew Musikgarten was a winner for our children (3 and 1)…read more Although we've seen the storefront for years, we did not imagine this class would be as engaging and addictive for toddlers (and us) as it has been. I've seen positive changes in my son's musical abilities already. Outside of class his singing and rhythm are noticeably better and he seems to pay attention to individual sounds and patterns in songs. Even without these musical benefits, it is just a nice family bonding time. We take class with Miss Angie - she is awesome! She is sweet, and caring, very talented and our children just love her. We've had other substitute teachers on occasion, and they're ok, but Miss Angie is really one step above. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because their class hours aren't as friendly for working parents as I'd like. Most classes for toddlers take place on weekday mornings...and we are on a forced vacation for the summer right now.. Although we've been able to find a spot in class, our last session felt almost too crowded sometimes. Other than that, we love this class :)

Alex's Music Studio has been a great place for my son to start his piano journey. Our experience…read morehas been wonderful from Car at reception to Ian, his teacher, who has been encouraging and kind. Alex sure does have a gem of a studio! Thank you!!

I've never been to the studio and I don't have any clue about the classes they teach…read more But once a week I get a video from my 2 year olds daycare class where Helen is leading the class in interactive singing and dancing. It is the highlight of my workday when I get that video! Watching the joy and pleasure he gets from clapping, stomping and following her cues warms my heart. When he first started at daycare he was a bit shy and reserved and would often just stare at Helen not really participating. But now he's blossomed into a dancing & singing machine. Helen's warm, engaging and supporting spirit have helped him build his confidence and allowed personality his personality to shine! Seeing his development in the last 2-3 months has been amazing and fun. And I attribute a lot of that development to music class with Ms Helen. Now if only she could teach Mommy and Daddy some rhythm so we could keep up with him!

My granddaughter loves Mr cappelli He is not only extremely talented but he takes his time to…read moreexplain and help her to understand the music and read notes not just memorize. So grateful we have him and music in our lives Sera Ferrara Alioto

I've been taking piano lessons with Jeff Cappelli at Cappelli Music for over two years, and it's…read morebeen a fantastic experience. Jeff is an exceptional teacher--patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in his students' success. I've made tremendous progress thanks to his guidance. One thing I especially appreciate is that he's always willing to answer my endless music theory questions and has even helped me explore my interest in piano tuning. His passion for music goes far beyond just teaching students how to play. Cappelli Music has a friendly, welcoming atmosphere, and it's clear that everyone there cares about providing a great learning experience. I highly recommend Jeff and Cappelli Music to anyone looking for high-quality music instruction.

My 10 year old daughter started playing piano 2.5 yrs ago with Stuart Thompson. Musical Chairs…read moreowner/director/teacher Lisa Borelli recommended him as a good fit for her. Lisa couldn't have been more exact. Every week my daughter can't wait to work with Stuart. He's so positive, fun and supportive AND she can actually play...really play! Since starting piano her interest in other instruments and music has grown. She has picked up the flute and the ukelele. Musical Chairs is able to provide lessons for these instruments, too. Rather than some big, over crowded music school, Musical Chairs is very personal and supportive with many ways for kids to explore music and perform. And the per lesson fee is very reasonable. Making up missed classes is also flexible per the teacher's schedule. I look forward to my daughter growing with Musical Chairs.

Musical Chairs is great. I love that it's a neighborhood family and business. Lisa is very…read moreencouraging and responsive and has a great love of music. My 10 year old daughter takes piano and voice from Stuart. Stuart also led a session of Glee that my daughter did. Stuart is kind and patient, nurturing and encouraging. My daughter's piano and singing skills have developed well. Stuart is a master musician and a great model for my daughter. She loves him. Colin teaches guitar to my 8 year old son. He has only been playing for less than a year and is developing playing and music reading skills. Colin chooses some great rock n roll selections that my son enjoys. Colin is very patient. He is a working musician which is great for my son to see. They have a good time together.

I think this studio is awesome... I wanted to start learning to play the piano again for awhile,…read moreand I thought it would be hard to get back into it - but surprisingly it wasn't that bad. I looked at a few schools prior to finding this one, Five Hands did a good job making me feel comfortable right from the start. Rick made it very easy to get registered and is very accessible, although the studio is geared for a younger audience, it offers everything for an adult student. It has professional yet down to earth teachers, good challenging coursework which is not overwhelming and a comfortably informal environment. I would highly recommend anyone to this studio to reignite your love for playing music.

My 10 year old started piano lessons about 2 years ago and he loves them. They make it challenging…read moreand rewarding. The no stress recitals are so fun for the kids and it's really great for them to see all the different levels of progression. Another wonderful perk is the fantastic pool party Rick throws each summer.

We tried different piano instructors. Our search ended after we discovered Topher Allan Music…read more Our two sons have discovered their love and appreciation for piano; we've been coming for years! The boys enjoy their lessons with Chris. He's great with our boys. We moved further away but still return for his instruction. Chris is a great teacher. Highly recommend!

Best.Music.Teacher.Ever…read more Here's an example of why: My son broke his right wrist, but was still committed to continuing his lessons with Chris. Mister Morrow, the genius composer that he is, composed pieces for my son to play with just his good hand. Chris even printed and bound it in a book for him. It was such a kind gesture. It brought tiny tears to my eyes. Chris is professional. It is evident that he is passionate about music and teaching. He is kind. My son looks forward to every lesson. (I had lessons as a kid, and hated going. My son loves it.) Chris has such a great rapport with his students. Thank you, Christopher Allan Morrow, for mentoring my son.