Crest Hill – Top 14 places for music camp14 recommended music camp in Crest Hill

So much fun! We had a great time.

My girl was super excited about the camp. Every day she would come home and show off what she learned or new composition she had composed. She was so sad that it ended and wished it was longer than just a week. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

My kids loved the camp. They learned a ton in a week. Definitely a great find in Downers.

Lucas works very well with my son he has tailored experience along with his preferences. We have worked remotely and they have both made it work well! It is a good learning experience!

My daughter loves School of Rock. She not only learns how to play an instrument but also how to play it in a rock band onstage. It’s been a great confidence booster for her and a joy for me to see her growing and playing.

The School of Rock staff knows my son and cares about him as a performer and a person. SOR has become a second home for Jake where he is growing as a musician surrounded by other kids and adults with the same passion!

This is a fun-filled and energy-filled place. It’s a great afters-long-school-day activity for the kids to follow. When they need to run off some of their bottled-up energy into something productive yet fun: Not too structured, not too sitting down without moving.

My 10-year old son had been a student at SOR Naperville for over two years. At 8 1/2, after begging him to practice and play piano for 3 years, I finally asked, “What instrument would you be willing to practice? The answer, “drums”. This prompted us to enroll him in private lessons which eventually led to Rock 101. Since then, he has performed in 3 live shows and he considers SOR his home away from home. We have seen him gain so much self-confidence and a sense of who he is from this experience. Their approach to learning is unique and builds a community of artists and creates an outlet for kids who otherwise would not have one.

Living in a community like Naperville, kids are fortunate to be exposed to so many different activities at a very young age. Like many families, we started out in soccer and Tball with our son. It became clear early on that team sports was not his “groove” and that he would have to find someplace else to excel. We would never have guessed at that time that it would be School of Rock. Their approach to learning music motivates kids to practice and improve so that they do not let down their “team” of musicians and so that they are ready to perform on their performance date. Taking both a group and private lesson each week really increases their retention and confidence.

He has not only learned the drums and bass guitar, but he is now begging us for vocal lessons! We knew SOR was the right place for him when on a 3rd grade writing assignment he wrote, ” I feel most at home at School of Rock.” “I love to stay late after my lesson and read my book while I wait for my Mom”. To know that our son feels like he fits in and that he feels so comfortable there is very reassuring to us. Each of his coaches has encouraged and motivated him differently and he respects that they all are live performers and can speak from their experience on stage.

We feel like part of the School of Rock Naperville family and are proud to say so! The owner and manager have always been grateful for our business, accommodated all of our scheduling requests and taken great care of our son!

The Chitwood Family

Have had rather negative experiences here with the instructors and overall learning environment. Will need to look elsewhere.

My son has been a student at SOR Geneva for five years and absolutely loves it! The combination lesson / performance program is what brought us to SOR and is what keeps us! The instructors are top quality and the staff is great!!! I highly recommend School of Rock Geneva to anyone who is looking for a music school. Whether you’re a beginner, advance or somewhere in between, SOR Geneva has a place for you to fit in, advance and grow as an artist.

This is a great place for your kids to learn an instrument. One lesson per week and you are put with a band on Saturdays for band practice.

Only place to go! This place will teach your kid to learn music. No gimmicks!

Inept management and an absentee owner that couldn’t care less about the well being of the students. There inability to effectively communicate and problem solve made it a nightmare to work there. The students are fantastic and the staff is good too. Poor management that needs to be replaced. I would highly suggest looking into private lessons elsewhere.

OVERPRICED & lacking for an inadequate musical education. Staff is inappropriate to teach children. My kid got hurt there due to the sloppiness. Owner & staff didn’t seem to care or take his injuries seriously. They just want you to pay, but don’t know what they’re doing in terms of tending to kids needs or teaching the fundamentals of music. I won’t be trusting my kids alone with them in the future.

Not what you need if you want to have your child to learn the fundamentals of music, learn how to become a better musician, improve on their instrument. No this is not that place. if your child wants to just “jam out” and play whatever along with other students of (somewhat) similar musical level then you’ll find that here.

Bringing our kid to the School of Rock was one of our best decisions. Well-invested money. The instructors know how to play and how to teach playing instruments. Drums, guitars, vocals, keys. Awesome. Highly recommended.

School of Rock is a great place for kids to learn about musicianship and teamwork – my son loves the collaborative atmosphere. And the concerts are a blast for the performers and their families!

Teachers and staff are wonderful! Everyone at SoR is enthusiastic about inspiring students to learn about and love music. Rock on!!

LOVE LOVE LOVE it here. My daughter won’t stop talking about it. Great space, everyone is friendly and I love the vibe.

Wish a few teachers had a little more training in controlling kids. Some kids like to take control of the class and a couple teachers are too gentle in calling them. It effects class time for others.

Very unprofessional.

School of Rock has been a life changing experience for my son! He looks forward to it like nothing else in his life. It helps motivate him to do well in school. SOR Oak Park has the most talented and caring staff around. Extremely careful with Covid 19 precautions.

The instructors make the Little Wing class a lot of fun for my 3.5 yr old. I appreciate their patience and enthusiasm. They have always made my daughter feel welcome and included.

My son learned so much in such a short week-long camp and loved it. He will be continuing with lessons this fall. Thank you School of Rock!

9/10, not enuf jaz

MAC DEMARCO

I appreciate how teachers adjust their plan for individuals as well as the fact that students receive both a solo lesson and a group lesson.

Great staff – great communication, care of the children/students. Definitely recommend!

I like the people who work there, all very friendly yet professional. I love that it’s just a fun atmosphere! Sean and Danielle are so helpful and great at follow up!

This place is literally amazing, I would never have dreamed that I would playing guitar after only 4 months of lessons, I would perform in one of the coolest clubs in Chicago singing some of my favorite Beatles songs. This School of Rock specifically has given me opportunities I never could have dreamed of getting, such as playing at renowned clubs and venues around Chicago. When I started in March of 2013, I was a total R&B/soul genre type of musician and was solely a vocalist. Now, I love a wide variety of indie, classic rock, modern rock bands, grunge, punk, and even some prog rock. I first picked up a guitar in June, started lessons in August, and can play incredible songs like Band on the Run (Wings) and Knights of Cydonia (Muse). What’s even better about this rock school is the environment we are put into-all the students quickly bond and we all learn from each other. It is an INCREDIBLE program and I cannot thank SoR Hinsdale and Patrick McKenna (general manager and director of House Band) enough for all the professional experience and new opportunities I’ve encountered while here. I learn from the students, the school, the teachers, and the music more everyday.

The experience has been excellent since ownership changed a few months ago. There is a great all around staff, group instructors, and leadership. The group-focused, song-first approach, helps students accelerate their learning experience. I highly recommend the School of Rock program, and the Arlington Heights location in particular.

I can’t say enough good things about the Arlington Heights S.O.R.. My kids have learned so much there both in learning how to understand and play music and also how to appreciate various styles. We’ve seen our shy kids develop into confident performers in front of large crowds. They absolutely love being a part of the School of Rock family.

It’s a unique summer camp experience. It makes those involved feel like they are part of a REAL band. It’s a fun, low stress, high energy, rewarding, and motivating experience – love it!

listened at the show at the library, very good.

They do an excellent job trying to ensure the student experience is a positive and rich one. My daughter loves her instructor.

Good infrastructure and ambiance

Great staff and instructors for my bass player kiddo! Weekly online feedback/assignments from the instructors is awesome. The owners are super nice as well.

My son is shy but they have managed to make him feel comfortable singing his heart out. He loves music and we feel whether it’s as a music teacher or singing in some capacity we’re hopeful that the school of rock gives him the confidence and foundation to pursue music.
He is hyper and all over the place but music gives him something to focus on! We couldn’t be happier with the school. They genuinely care about their students!

My son had an awesome time at School of Rock today.

Love School of Rock! The approach of mixing individual lessons with a band of peers and actual performances is perfect for learning and staying motivated. The instructors are great, and the bands have a chance to play venues all over the area. We have been with the school since they opened a few years ago. Our son has moved from guitar and bass to drums, and had a great experience with each instrument. The staff is responsive and friendly, the kids have developed real friendships, and they are playing great music (no hot cross buns played on repeat at this school).

Kind and informative. But not very professional on the phone.

School of Rock Highwood is AMAZING! We love the teachers and staff. Our kids have learned so much, have made wonderful relationships, and have had incredible experiences performing in cool venues all around the city and suburbs.

We have been sending all 4 of our kids to SOR Highwood for several years. We have had our kids in classes ranging from ages 7-18. We are so thrilled with the impact that the teachers and the programs have made on our kids. Our kids love playing in bands with other kids – it has really sharpened their musical skills and playing their performances in public settings has built the confidence needed to play in front of others. The teachers are talented, patient and provide good lesson plans for the songs the kids are rehearsing. If your child is looking for fun musical opportunities, we highly recommend SOR Highwood – our kids have certainly been positively impacted and their love of playing and listening to music would not be the same without SOR Highwood.

This place is great! My son is excited to go to his keyboard lessons every week, has an amazing teacher, and loves his Rock 101 band practices! 10 out of 10!

The teachers are very patient and knowledgeable.

We love that every week our daughter gets both a one on one drum lesson, and gets to play with a full band in Rock 101! She’s learning so much & picks up everything quickly with this concept, and all the fun music she gets to play! And we’ve recommended SoR to several friends, whose kids are now rocking out at School of Rock!

I’ve been at School of Rock for the past 4 years now, and it’s been the most rewarding experience of my life so far! The teachers have taught me so much not only about my instrument, but on how to be a musician in the business. Love this place!!