There's a basic rule which runs through all kinds of music, kind of an unwritten rule. I don't know what it is. But I've got it. ~ Ron Wood
Group Class Policies
The Summer Group Class Session runs from June 13 through August 19, but please refer to individual class descriptions for exact dates and times.
All classes will be held at The Music Room. The Music Room is located at 26 N Brockway Street in Palatine.
To register for Group Classes, please use the registration link on this page.
No refunds for group classes will be given after the first week of class unless the class is cancelled by The Music Room.
The Music Room reserves the right to cancel classes with low enrollment.
There is no discount for late enrollment. Students enrolling after the session begins will be admitted through the third week of the session.
There are no refunds for missed classes, but students may make up classes if an alternate time exists for the same class.
A separate registration form must be submitted for each student.
♬ Summer Music Classes
Join us this summer for fun and informative music classes in a group setting. Group classes are a valuable experience for students of all ages. Whether you're enrolling as a supplement to private study or as an alternative, group classes provide a wide range of benefits.
The Music Room offers class experiences in three different formats: weekly classes, day camps and our new Friday Afternoon MasterClasses. Scroll through the list of offerings and enroll today!
NEW!
♬ Guitar Tech Master Classes
Guitar Tech MasterClasses are offered on Friday afternoons during the summer. Each MasterClass is a two and a half hour, one day session which will cover basic guitar maintenance: everything from tuning to cleaning to neck adjustments! Guitar Tech MasterClasses are $69 per class.
Bring in your guitar and we'll teach you how to do your own 5000 note checkup!
Our techs will teach you how to remove strings and inspect the guitar from top to bottom. You will then learn to thoroughly clean, polish and lubricate the neck and guitar prior to replacing the strings. Appropriate strings will be installed (by you, with our help) and then we'll teach you how to make any necessary action or intonation adjustments. This class is a great resource for guitar and bass players of all levels of experience. Each class is offered twice during the summer. Sign up for one or more!
Friday Afternoons / 3p - 5:30p / $69
June 14 or July 19 (for electric guitars)
June 21 or July 26 (for acoustic guitars)
June 28 or Aug 2 (for classical guitars)
July 12 or Aug 9 (for bass guitars)
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♬ Weekly Classes ♬
Weekly classes are offered for Adult and Kids Beginning Guitar, Adult Guitar Jam and Blues Jam House. Classes meet for ten weeks, beginning the week of June 10. All weekly classes are $230 and last one hour.
Kids Guitar 1
This is the perfect class for the student with no prior experience. Part 1 will teach students how to hold and tune the guitar and will cover proper playing position as well as guitar maintenance. Students will learn notes in the first (root) position on the first four strings and will be able to play with elementary rhythms (whole notes, half notes, quarter notes). Class will emphasize music reading and theory. Theory at this level will introduce the following concepts: the staff, lines and spaces, note names, measures and time signatures. Simple songs will be learned using a combination of all these elements.
Saturdays / 12p - 1p / $230
June 15 - August 17
Kids Guitar 2
Adult Guitar, Part 2 is for students who have completed Guitar Part 1, or who have a very basic knowledge of guitar skills. Students will learn notes on the 5th and 6th strings. Chords will be introduced (C, G7, G and D7) as well as finger exercises to develop dexterity and coordination. Theory skills will continue with learning half and whole steps, key signatures and rests. Basic strumming patterns will be covered and the students' song repertoire will be increased.
Saturdays / 11a - 12p / $230
June 15 - August 17
Adult Guitar 1
This is the perfect class for the adult student with no prior experience. Part 1 will teach students how to hold and tune the guitar and will cover proper playing position as well as guitar maintenance. Students will learn notes in the first (root) position on the first four strings and will be able to play with elementary rhythms (whole notes, half notes, quarter notes). Class will emphasize music reading and theory. Theory at this level will introduce the following concepts: the staff, lines and spaces, note names, measures and time signatures. Simple songs will be learned using a combination of all these elements.
Wednesdays / 8p - 9p / $230
June 12 - August 14
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Adult Guitar 2
Adult Guitar, Part 2 is for students who have completed Guitar Part 1, or who have a very basic knowledge of guitar skills. Students will learn notes on the 5th and 6th strings. Chords will be introduced (C, G7, G and D7) as well as finger exercises to develop dexterity and coordination. Theory skills will continue with learning half and whole steps, key signatures and rests. Basic strumming patterns will be covered and the students' song repertoire will be increased.
Thursdays / 8p - 9p / $230
June 13 - August 15
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Blues Jam House
Discover and enhance your creative guitar abilities. Students will learn how to improvise and jam on the electric guitar in a fun and easygoing group environment. Students should have a basic understanding and ability to play power/barre chords, as well as pentatonic scales to succeed in this class. Other topics covered will include 8 and 12 bar structures, moveable scale positions, dynamics, and fun guitar licks.
Saturdays / 2p - 3p / $230
June 15 - August 17
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Adult Guitar Jam
Adults 18 and over with moderate playing experience get together and jam in a structured setting. Each week we will explore a new approach to concepts in blues, country and rock. Special emphasis is placed on improvisation in each style.
Tuesdays / 8p - 9p / $230
June 11 - August 13
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♬ Day Camps ♬
Music Day Camps at The Music Room are five day intensive workshops for kids. Camps are offered for Beginning Guitar, Beginning Ukulele, and School of Rock (three different levels of experience).
All camps are $299 and meet Monday through Friday from 10:30 - 2:30.
Campers should bring a lunch Monday through Thursday. The Music Room will supply pizza on Friday!
TMR School of Rock
Students come together for five days to learn to play together as a band. Band members will choose repertoire with the assistance of their instructor and four songs will be learned over the five day period. Instrumentation includes guitar, bass, piano, drums and vocals.
At the conclusion of each camp, rockers will perform live for family and friends. Camps provide a fun and supportive environment in which to learn to play together with others. Campers learn teamwork and cooperation while building confidence. Ensemble playing strengthens functional skills that have been established in private study.
TMR School of Rock Camps are offered in three different levels: Beginning, Intermediate & Advanced. Please see our website for more complete descriptions and level criteria. The beginning class is for students who have had one to two years of private study, or who have had some experience playing together in a band. The intermediate class is for students who have had two to three years private study or who have had three prior School of Rock classes, or with instructor approval. The advanced class is by audition only. Audition criteria is listed here. TMR School of Rock provides a fun and supportive environment in which to learn to play together with others. Rockers learn teamwork and cooperation while building confidence. Ensemble playing strengthens functional skills that have been established in private study. Class will conclude with a performance for friends and family.
Mon - Fri / 10:30a - 2:30p / $299
June 17 - 21 (Intermediate / Instructor: Mike Keeney)
July 8 - 12 (Beginning / Instructor: Bob Thompson)
July 15 - 19 (Intermediate / Instructor: Mike Keeney)
July 22 - 26 (Beginning / Instructor: Jonny Untch)
July 29 - Aug 2 (Advanced / Instructor: Sean Carolan)
August 5 - 9 (Beginning / Instructor: Mike Keeney)
August 12 - 16 (Intermediate / Instructor: Sean Carolan)
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Ukulele Camp
What's so great about ukulele? First of all, it's easy to learn! There are only four strings instead of the normal six on guitar, making chords and fingerings much easier. Even with no prior musical experience, new students of all ages can become accomplished players in a short period of time. Ukes are small, light weight and easy to carry. Any genre of music can be played on this instrument and best of all, they're inexpensive! For about $50, you can own your own ukulele.
Ukulele is the perfect instrument for all age groups! Children's little hands and fingers can easily adapt to the ukulele's small narrow neck making this the perfect instrument for them. Small motor skills and hand to eye coordination are enhanced.
Older kids love it as well, because the songs are easy to learn and play with groups of friends. Learning any musical instrument is great for kids because it helps develop skills needed in today's workforce including critical thinking, creative problem solving, effective communication, teamwork and best of all, confidence!
So, the ukulele might just be the perfect instrument for all people. You're never too young, or too old to learn to play. One thing is for sure: once you pick it up, you'll never want to put it down.
Mon - Fri / 10:30a - 2:30p / $299
June 24 - 28
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Guitar 1 For Kids
Beginning Guitar is the perfect class for the student with no prior experience. This class will teach students how to hold and tune the guitar and will cover proper guitar maintenance. Basic music theory will be introduced: musical symbols and terms, the staff, intervals, and key signatures. Students will learn notes in the first position and will be able to play them using elementary rhythms (whole notes, half notes, quarter notes and eighth notes). Class will emphasize music reading and literacy. Students will also learn basic chords: C, G, G7, D, D7, A7 and Em. Simple songs will be learned using a combination of all these elements. Camp fee includes a guitar to use for the duration of the camp, if needed.
Mon - Fri / 10:30a - 2:30p / $299
June 10 - 14
July 29 - Aug 2
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