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We have had a wonderful experience at School of Rock! Our children have grown as musicians and performers. The staff is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!

We love everything about School of Rock! The teachers are fantastic and invested in their students’ growth in all areas of music and performance.

My son is 13, is pretty introverted. He is mostly into gaming, accept when it comes to going to his lessons and rehearsals at The School of Rock. He sincerely LOVES this place and it has brought out so much personality in him. Music, being a part of a band, the teachers, is helping him come out of his shell- and express himself. I can’t wait to continue this journey and watch him have a great time in this positive environment.

I’ve driven past this place a million times. Always wanted to stop in, well I finally did, and can say I wish I did it sooner.

I can’t say enough of how great this school is. Such an amazing place to learn how to rock. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

School of Rock is not just music lessons — they develop the whole child through the performance program (just like a team sport!) and celebrate each kid’s unique talents.

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.

9/10, not enuf jaz

MAC DEMARCO

Our 15 year old has been playing guitar for 2 years now. He plays until his fingers are raw, he plays until we tell him its too late to blast the neighbors, he plays for our neighbors as they walk their dogs… Where does a kid like this find community? School of Rock has been a great partner so far! We are School of Rock fans!

Good infrastructure and ambiance

I absolutely love the vibes here, give you a sense of home and comfort. the staff are patient, kind, sweet and knowledgeable. this school reminded me of my home school back in Austin Texas, would highly recommend taking your kid with talent to become a great musician here!

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 is the single greatest impact on my son. His self esteem has increased 1000%! His technical abilities since he started are impossible to overrate. If your child has any interest in music whatsoever, get them in this program as soon as possible. 10 stars out of 5

Amazing place it changed my life forever

Right next door to The Art Of Pizza…Pizza by the slice, spaghetti, soups, rib dinner.

Very nice people. Got a trial lesson with Scott and immediately decided to get lessons here. I now have trials with Jake and am very glad I came to school of rock for lessons. They give you a private, 30 minute lesson for whatever instrument you are playing (vocals count), and also a 1 hour group rehearsal with a band. There is garage rock, garage rock for teens, and a higher level for high school and up. Professional, friendly and fun. Recommend to anybody who likes Rock and Pop

My 7 year old son loves his music lessons and band practice. Highly recommend.

The staff—especially Danielle, Maggie, Alex and Bryan—are terrific! The kids have a lot of fun and learn a lot too. Highly recommend!

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

American Music Institute summer camp suppose to be fun for all ages.

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

One of my sons drums with Mac and the other plays guitar with Zach; they both absolutely love School of Rock. Personally, I like the low-key vibe and how the other students act like it is a clubhouse. Everyone is very friendly and supportive.

School of Rock has drastically changed my outlook on music and team work. You realize just how much fun it is playing in a group or in front of an audience, and not just in your bedroom. I’m so glad I signed up for vocal lessons, and so glad I got the teacher I did. Everyone here is extremely friendly, and it really feels like a family. I would recommend School of Rock to any musician, aspiring or even professional, purely for the fact that this place makes my day and makes me a better musician.

ROCK and ROLL

The instructors seem competent and my son enjoys the lessons. I just wish it was easier communicating with the staff. Due to the late-ish hours the business runs, getting an actual person on the phone is potluck. Email sometimes gets an answer within a couple of hours, other times it seems that days go by before someone responds. Their overall attitude is laid-back, which is fine, I suppose, and in keeping with the SOR “way”. I just think they could be a bit more professional and efficient insofar as the customer service is concerned.

If you are thinking about taking lessons or signing your child up for lessons, you should seriously reconsider this location. Find a corporate location that has the proper resources. This place is overall NOT functional and failing.

Staff is great and really know how to keep kids excited about learning and playing music.

We love everything about this place. Both our boys are students. And we love our School of Rock Chicago West community.
They get the kids playing real songs at real shows in real venues very quickly, which is a great way to learn music and build confidence.
Private lessons help build technique, and ensemble classes teach cooperation, responsibility, and showmanship. And it’s all done in a fun, mutually supportive atmosphere.
The staff are very kind, accommodating, and welcoming. And it’s just so much fun to see young musicians grow in ability and confidence.
Send your aspiring musician here!

The place just looks great

The School of Rock summer camps have been the highlight of our kids’ summers for the past three years. Not sure what they pump through their duct work over there, but they leave the school feeling super-pumped about rock and super-ready to rock on stage and in real life (which also happens to be their tagline). So, they consistently hit the nail on the head. We will always believe in their program!

I so wish this kind of place existed when I was a kid! But I’m so thankful that I can send my kids here to not only learn music basics, but also to get exposure to real music, not the mass produced pay-to-play radio garbage that has swindled the vast majority of the population into thinking The Black Eyed Peas and Nickelback are reasonable artists to listen to. Well F#¢K THAT! You wouldn’t feed your children a steaming pile of cat vomit, so why let them listen to it? Save music, and take your kids somewhere to learn music from people who actually know music.
Thank you for existing, School of Rock.

School of Rock Naperville is so great on so many levels. Instructors are top notch and really really care about their students. They meet them at their current skill level but encourage and teach to help them grow and develop along the way. They create such an awesome, team-oriented atmosphere where instructors and band-mates alike are each other’s biggest fans and live out immense support and encouragement for one another. If you’re looking for a great music-learning experience, I would totally recommend SOR. An awesome experience.

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

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.

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

My 8 year old had a blast at camp. She learned 3 songs in 1 week and felt like a rock star

Love this place and the people who make it work. Wish we had SOR when I was a young musician!

I love that the Instructors and Management encourage kids of all skill levels.
I love that they challenges the kids to take chances without fear of consequences.
I love that experienced kids get a change to be mentors to newer members.
I love the faces of the kids coming off the stage after just killing a set.
I love the variety of the music that the kids are introduced to.
I love seeing kids playing multiple instruments.
I could go on and on,
I love what School of Rock is all about.

Great facility and amazing staff!

Both my sons did a camp, they had a blast and ended up performing a rock song on stage! There staff is also amazing. Totally love the place

Fantastic place for kids to learn an instrument in a fun environment. The teachers and staff are all excellent and excited to work with kids. They love music but they love kids too. We’ve been to other School of Rock locations and Barrington has been our best experience. I wouldn’t have my son go anywhere else. High quality of lessons, performance experience, and overall atmosphere.

Not really impressed with this school. We went for a trial lesson with every intention of signing up for regular classes. The instructor really had nothing to say to me after my son’s class. I had to approach him myself as he was walking away and still he barely said a thing after I inquired about how everything went. Say something man. Anything. The front desk attendant educated me more than the actual teacher. Just left w a bleh feeling. Not signing up.

This school is only for approved white rich people. Horrible experience with the instructors playing favorites. If I could give zero stars I would. All of these five star ratings are from the parents that have been given preferential treatment. Don’t waste your time, and YOUR MONEY if you’re a hardworking middle class family in this school.

Wonderful programs for adults as well as children. Instructors are incredible and the front desk staff is extremely friendly and organized. Highly recommend B2R for anyone of any age interested in music.

I was reading the reviews and see that they have adult classes also I’m in !!

The cleanliness and safety during these unknown times is incredible. I’ve seen staff wiping down equipment, and having the students use hand sanitizer before they go to their lesson. The staff is also incredibly friendly! My son absolutely loves Mr. CJ, and Sarah at the front desk has always been so kind and helpful. Really, everyone I’ve ever encountered there has been super friendly! Definitely a place I feel comfortable leaving my son at for lessons. ☺️

Super unprofessional

My kids got sick today and they say no make up sessions if not called in by 10am same day. The policy handbook on their own website said to call before the lesson or by end of business day. They are lying scammers. I am pulling both my kids out today.

I have had an incredible experience at SOR. My drum teacher Dave has patiently responded to my teaching needs and provided encouragement. When I was ready, he encouraged me to join the adult band. The school, teacher, and band have been a very positive influence in my life:)

My jaw just about hit the floor when I first heard of School of Rock. This impression is still with me through their grand opening, their events and now that my son is enrolled and chugging along nicely with his lessons and 101 sessions. Everyone is AMAZING at this place, friendly helpful and just plain fun. His teacher is so great with top notch credentials. They already feel like family. Someone asked me, “why dont you just get him private lessons, it would be cheaper”… You dont understand, I want my son to be submersed in a musical environment where he can play with multiple people and in a band setting… get the most experience possible, ya know? This is what S.O.R. is all about – he’ll even get to perform live, which is what he really loves to do. Im so glad they opened in our town. Im absolutely in love with School of Rock! Just step inside the place and look around, you will be too.

Eric is an outstanding Director!
Tina is superb Office Manager!
The instructors are amazing and highly knowledgeable!!!!

Disappointing. I have two kids there. They decided to switch my kids lesson whither I liked it or not, because her teacher was needed elsewhere. They were having her teacher teach a group class. So they inconvenienced us to make more money whither we liked it or not.

My other child is in group kids class, it doesn’t seem like he’s learning anything. He spent one day drawing a picture of drums and played no music. It’s more like music themed daycare than music lessons. Classes start late every week.

I was using SoR in Elmhurst. They rarely had the same teacher from week to week, at least there each kid got to play their own instruments for the class. My scheduled changed and they don’t have Sat classes. Usually with the franchisee model things are held together a lot better.

It’s too bad because I like the model where kids play together.

Great director who built not only my son’s music knowledge/ability but also his confidence.

My daughter loves SoR-Geneva! The instructors are young and connect with the kids. My daughter looks so forward to her three-hour-one-night-per-week band practice and wishes they could get together more often!
She also enjoys her private coach and even asks to cut our vacation time short so she can get back for her SoR days! SoR is organized and as a parent, I appreciate their daily communication via email. My daughter performed in her first SoR show this past weekend and it truly was the highlight of her 16 years of life! Thank you SoR – Geneva!

My oldest is enrolled in the Rookies program. We were very excited to discover an age-appropriate program that provides an introduction to a variety of instruments and musical concepts and seems to be a fairly unique offering among the music schools in our area. All of the staff members are very friendly and excellent at sharing their enthusiasm for music with their students.

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.

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.

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.