Est. 1930
A Division of The Arlington Institute of Music and the Performing Arts®

Play. Learn.
Perform.

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THE ARLINGTON SCHOOL PROUDLY FEATURES A DISTINGUISHED FULL-TIME FACULTY
OF AWARD-WINNING EDUCATORS AND ACCOMPLISHED PROFESSIONALS

Departments

Distinct studios, tailored instructors, and signature sounds across every discipline.

Convenient on-campus and online lessons for kids, teens, and adults across guitar, strings, woodwinds, brass, bagpipes, keyboards, and voice. Serving the Northwest Suburbs and Chicago area with flexible scheduling for beginners through advanced players.

Support & Guidance

Private Lessons & FAQs

Quick answers about lessons, scheduling, and how we help every age group grow.

Private Lessons for Adults and Children

Personalized lessons for kids, teens, and adults in guitar, violin, piano, voice, woodwinds, brass, bagpipes, and more. Weekday and weekend (By Appointment only) scheduling, online or in-person, to fit busy families and working professionals across Arlington Heights and the Chicago suburbs.

We guide beginners through fundamentals and prepare advanced students for auditions, competitions, and performances with flexible, goal-focused instruction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you teach adults and children?

Yes. We tailor private lessons for kids, teens, and adults with age-appropriate repertoire and pacing.

Where are lessons held?

At our Arlington Heights studio with easy Metra/road access, and online for flexible scheduling across the Chicago area.

Which instruments do you teach?

Guitar, strings, piano/keyboard, voice, woodwinds, brass, bagpipes, and more—beginners through advanced.

Do you offer audition or performance prep?

Yes. We help students prepare for school ensembles, honor groups, competitions, recitals, and college prescreens.

Can I schedule weekends or evenings?

We offer weekday and weekend (By Appointment only) options; evenings are available based on instructor schedules.

Do you teach online and in-person?

Both. Students can choose virtual lessons or studio sessions in Arlington Heights based on convenience.

Can I reschedule a lesson?

With advance notice, we try to accommodate schedule changes—reach out early so we can rebook your slot.

Do you work on auditions and competitions?

Yes. We coach students for school placements, honor ensembles, college prescreens, and competition performances.