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For reviews, please check out our other listing: Specimen Guitar Shop. We are Chicago's oldest full-service guitar and tube amplifier repair shop. With over 20 years of experience, you will find no one more dedicated and experienced than Specimen. Luthier and owner, Ian Schneller, also builds a full line of custom instruments, amps and horn speakers. The shop is located in a beautiful and inspiring 5000 sq. ft facility. It is also the home of our school, The Chicago School of Guitar Making, where Ian teaches an array of guitar repair and building courses as well as tube amp building. Specimen specializes in the repair of stringed instruments and tube gear. We cater to working musicians offering quick turnarounds, and even RUSH service. We do it all: setups, amp repairs, complex restoration. Our prices are fair and our quality superb. Clients include Andrew Bird, Jack White, Wilco, Low, Death Cab for Cutie, Franz Ferdinand, My Morning Jacket, Rise Against.
Wrigleyville Piano Studio offers classical piano lessons from for beginners to advanced level. Either just starting a first piano lesson, or playing a full solo recital, you will find an encouraging and effective learning experience here. Instructor, Hiroko Nagahata received a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Michigan State University, and is a winner of Artists International audition in 2008 and played her Carnegie solo debut recital in 2009. She is uniquely positioned as a pianist who studied in Japan and in the U.S., with foremost Japanese, Russian, and American concert pianists. She will instruct phrasing, postures, interpretation, etc for a natural, and beautiful music playing. The lessons will include instructions for basic music theory for greater understanding of the piece. Students will have an opportunity to participate a student recital once a year to share their learning. Currently lessons are offered in Lakeview Lutheran Church near CTA Addison station.
Louise Floyd is a professional opera singer and voice teacher. She is about to debut with Chicago Opera Theater this fall as a resident artist, and holds a master's degree from UCLA. Louise has over 20 years of musical experience, and over a decade of experience as a music educator. Voice lessons and coachings offered via zoom and in Louise's studio.
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I offer local, in‑home piano and violin lessons for kids and adults, taught by a highly professional and experienced musician. My lessons are fun, affordable, and convenient, so you can learn at your own pace—whether you’re pursuing music professionally or just for enjoyment. Students have the opportunity to participate in recitals, as well as local and state competitions, to build confidence and showcase their progress. If you’re ready to start or continue your musical journey from the comfort of your home, reach out today to schedule your first lesson.
