Our children have been so lucky to have been trained at your Academy of Music and Art. Not only is your instruction world class but also your instructors are kind and supportive and our boys walked out more confident, their self-esteem strengthened. Families from Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, Western Springs and beyond know that music, dance and art lessons at The Academy are fun and inspiring.
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If your kids would like to play an instrument, sing, dance, act or write songs you are at the right place! We have planned an awesome series of summer camps just for you! Register for Summer Camps below. A special one week edition of Pop Star for our preschool age Pop Stars. Let your imagination be your guide.
Art camps are fun and educational. Each week, camps will follow a specific theme. No prior skills or talents are required for children to have fun or be successful in the camps. Our most popular art camp! Creative projects that will stretch your imagination! Fun art projects that include learning the basics of drawing, painting and clay.
Have you ever wondered how to write a song? How does Taylor Swift do it? Gain insight and inspiration into the craft of songwriting. Learn how to write lyrics, melodies and chord progressions. Attention Vocalists and Instrumentalists who would like to sing: This is the camp that will change your singing experience.
If you're a fan of Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, Selena Gomez and Disney Pop then you will love our most popular summer camp: Pop Star Summer Camp! The day is divided between learning to sing songs and learning original age appropriate dance moves. Other fun activities include a photo shoot & dress up day.
Reviews (12)
William Porcelli
Aug 29, 2021
Elizabeth Karalis
Aug 12, 2021
My daughter, Georgia (age 6), absolutely loved the Art Imagination Camp this summer! She especially loved using all the art mediums they used in camp (pastels, water colors, etc.) as well as all doing the crafts they made (paper mache pinatas, jewelry, and beach scene with sand and clay)! It was especially nice that they hosted an Art Show on the last day of camp so the kids could display their hard work for families to see! We will definitely be attending camp again next summer and are looking forward to taking music classes this fall!
William Hiley
May 18, 2021
Sean Bacastow
Mar 30, 2021
I took guitar and drum lessons for 4-5 years at the Academy of Music and Art and can't say enough about it. Chris Wilson is an excellent teacher and molds his approach to fit the student. He helped me develop my love for making music, and I owe him a great deal. He's also just fun to hang out with - I always looked forward to my lessons each week. I would recommend the Academy to anyone who's looking to improve at guitar, drums, bass, or piano (or anything else, really).
Susan Tobolski
Jan 19, 2021
Brigit P.
Dec 20, 2020
We highly recommend the online piano lessons! Our daughter has had a wonderful experience with her virtual lessons and looks forward to her lesson each week. Mr. Chris is a friendly, engaging and positive teacher and he is able build up a students confidence and performance level. His online piano lessons are fun and creative!
Lindsay Johnson
Oct 30, 2020
The Academy of Music and Art has provided an exceptional experience for our son in both guitar and piano! Mr. Chris and his entire staff are not only talented and professional, but provide a wonderful, positive learning environment for students of all skill levels. It is truly a priviledge to have our son attend such a fantastic music school!
Laura Hofman
Aug 02, 2020
Elliott Haxton
Jul 23, 2020
I started here doing the musicals and slowly grew to become part of the team here at the academy. The director and all of the staff are some of the most encouraging people I have ever met. Watching them help young children grow into artists of their own is just mind blowing. Myself being one of those young children, at one time, growing into the person I am today, I highly recommend coming in for a class. Introducing your children to the arts is one of the best things that you could ever do for them.
David Gray
Jul 20, 2020
Lisa Westover
Dec 04, 2019
My daughter started taking guitar lessons at the academy a few years ago. The instructors have encouraged her creativity and love for music and the arts and it's clear they love what they do. Through her guitar and dance training there she's developed confidence not just in her musicality, but in herself as well.
Scott Billie
Dec 31, 2018
My son is 6 years old and took the explore the arts camp with Ms. Grace and Ms. Sage. After the camp he was so proud of what he made he hung the art projects all over his room! He loved the Academy and can't wait to come back to the school for other classes. The office staff is helpful and professional, and the owner always greeted us in the morning when we dropped our son off.
He is very friendly and always stayed to talk with us and answer any questions we had. This school has something for every type of student, including ours. I would definitely recommend the Academy to anyone and we plan on bringing our son back for more classes soon.
He is very friendly and always stayed to talk with us and answer any questions we had. This school has something for every type of student, including ours. I would definitely recommend the Academy to anyone and we plan on bringing our son back for more classes soon.
