My kids loved the camp. They learned a ton in a week. Definitely a great find in Downers.
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
So much fun! We had a great time.
School of Rock
Address: 1409 Wright Blvd, Schaumburg, IL 60193 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
Brought my grandson here after we were offered a free class at the Summer Celebration in Streamwood. Place is clean, instructors are patient and great with kids. Highly recommended for kids that dig music.
Cool school, amazing staff, my son really likes it….. I strongly recommend it!!
Brandy is a total rockstar. She always goes the extra mile for her students and is so caring and approachable. The approach she takes for music education is fantastic. Would highly recommend.
Instructors and staff are excellent. Good environment
School of Rock
Address: 3254 N Lincoln Ave Unit B, Chicago, IL 60657 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
My 13 yr old son just finished his 5th show with SOR Mokena…we were in tears! Honestly, the group of kids are so talented, the teachers are so encouraging, and the parents are so supportive. The progress Ian has made over the last few years is incredible. Also, the owners and front desk staff could not be more amazing too. During a wonky year with Covid, the communication from the SOR Mokena was perfect. Even if what they said was “we just don’t know yet”, it was communication that we needed and it was consistent. They really made the kids (and parents) feel safe. Thank you SOR Mokena!!
My daughter has been a student at School of Rock for about two years now. She came in only knowing a little bit about guitar. Her instructor, Nate has been phenomenal with her. Two years later, she has advanced to the performance band, which is a huge deal! And they go all out for these students, setting up for them to perform on stages at local venues, letting them feel like real rock stars! Due to Covid, this seasons performance has changed, but they are still doing what they can to help the students feel like true performers! I have nothing but good things to say about everyone at School of Rock!
Really cool place. Great with kids
Summer Camp is so much fun for my guitarist! It brings out the little rockstar in her. I love the energy of the teachers and how they inspire the kids to do their best! I would give it 5 out of 5 stars, but the cost is high for lessons and camp.
School of Rock
Address: 116 S Washington St, Hinsdale, IL 60521 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
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.
Love this place and the people who make it work. Wish we had SOR when I was a young musician!
Great teachers and staff. I’m always amazed by how much my kids have learned.
School of Rock
Address: 105 Maple Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
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!
Staff is great and really know how to keep kids excited about learning and playing music.
The place just looks great
School of Rock
Address: 5600 N Ridge Ave, Chicago, IL 60660 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
My son has really enjoyed his Little Wing class! The kind and caring teachers have been great role models and we hope to continue for years to come!
We’ve been bringing our 8 year old son to the School of Rock for almost a year. Our son expressed an interest in piano years ago and after having private lessons, we signed him up for the Beatles Camp and Rock 101 last summer/fall. Both camps have really helped him build his skills and a strong desire to be in a BAND…which is a great way to learn. Our favorite part of being enrolled at the SoR is hearing our son play Beatles songs on the piano throughout the day.
Great addition to the neighborhood. Personable, professional staff that is great with kids and young adults.
My child enjoyed their lessons, but this business practices incredibly deceptive billing, re-scheduling, and cancellation policies.
School of Rock
Address: 220 N Washington St, Naperville, IL 60540 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
School of Rock has been a great experience for my daughter. She has learned to play great music and perform on stage with a band. Best of all, she has made new friends and has had a lot of fun. The performances are always fantastic and enjoyable for friends and family. I cannot recommend School of Rock Naperville highly enough!
I have two children who currently attend School of Rock in Naperville. One is taking guitar and the other is taking keyboard. The staff and environment is amazing. Prior to SoR, my daughter took piano from a very good instructor for a year. It was like pulling teeth to get her to practice. At Sor, she looks forward to her lessons and is eager to show me what she has learned. I highly recommend this program for kids and adults.
First off I would like to say how much my kid enjoys the Naperville school and all of it’s staff. We took the summer off because of traveling but fully intend to start back up here in the fall.
Secondly, I’m pretty sure based on their dramatic exit (and being the only ones that did) I think I know who wrote the negative review. If it was her, she was making not so subtle advances to her daughters bass instructor and was mad when he remained professional and didnt respond to her advances. Seems like she might still be mad about that.
Please pay no attention to her review. She’s not a kind person
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.
School of Rock
Address: 17 E Campbell St, Arlington Heights, IL 60005 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
My son loves his instructor. Recently, he joined a performance group and is enjoying it immensely! He has met some new friends and is excited for the upcoming performance!!!
My son has enjoyed all his School of Rock teachers and the many opportunities they provide to expand his musical interests.
They do an excellent job trying to ensure the student experience is a positive and rich one. My daughter loves her instructor.
listened at the show at the library, very good.
School of Rock
Address: 9 Prairie Ave, Highwood, IL 60040 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
Great instruction, community & bands! My kids love School of Rock & we love watching their live of music grow & going to their shoes!
We LOVE School of Rock Highwood. The teachers and staff go above and beyond to make sure my kids have the best experience each week. They have grown so much over the past few years and we love hearing them play with their bands. We love that they have the opportunity to learn their own instrument with amazing teachers and also work with a group each week during band practice. Highly recommend School of Rock Highwood for kids all all ages!
My 8 year old son is having a great time learning to play the drums and playing in the Rookies band. Everyone at School of Rock is warm, positive and tremendously helpful. We really love the program.
School of Rock
Address: 225 E Park Ave, Libertyville, IL 60048 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
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.
Good infrastructure and ambiance
Awesome
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).
My son had an awesome time at School of Rock today.
Kind and informative. But not very professional on the phone.
School of Rock
Address: 1311 Sherman Pl, Evanston, IL 60201 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
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.
Love this place!!
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.
School of Rock
Address: 15 W State St, Geneva, IL 60134 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
Positive, supportive, and encouraging place to grow in musical skill. This has been a place of welcome and belonging for our child.
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.
School of Rock
Address: 24026 Lockport St, Plainfield, IL 60544 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
I love how my daughter has grown in confidence and how she has an opportunity to study music and be a part of music. With her ADHD her school restricts her ability to participate in music classes. She has wanted to take music in school since she was in grade school. The School of Rock has finally allowed us to give her the music “class” she has wanted so much.She shines! My daughter is an accomplished singer and can sing in front of an audience with confidence. The support and camaraderie at the school of rock has been such a positive influence on her life. I recommend the School of Rock to any parent with a child that has or a child that doesn’t have ADHD because it is such a positive influence. Positive experience! We Love the School of Rock!
The staff is great and the kids seem to be having the time of their lives. Everyone there from the instructors all the way up to the owner are all awesome people who happen to be real life rock stars themselves! I love what it’s done for our family!
I joined the Plainfield, Illinois School of Rock at age 55 and I love it ! My keyboard teacher Eric has matched my learning style and in a few lessons I went from beginner to playing with both hands. I’m also taking vocal lessons and Ruth is teaching me how to sing and what songs are right for my voice. I joined the adult band and Colin the band director, has been very patient with me and taught me a song the first night. Colin, Nick and all the staff are amazing. I’m having a lot of fun and I’ve only just begun !
I am very disappointed with the work of the School of Rock Plainfield, in the 9 days that have passed since the agreement on a trial lesson for my six-year-old daughter, none of the managers of the School of Rock Plainfield checked and noticed that the lesson time was not set correctly, and when we arrived, they simply offered to come to the next week. My child was very upset because all this time, she was looking forward to this lesson, and I had to think carefully and reschedule her other classes for the time of the scheduled lesson. I was upset that the manager did not even consider it necessary to approach us. She spoke to me, standing at the opposite end of the hall. I don’t know how they teach music, but the management is very unprofessional.
I am very disappointed with the work of the School of Rock Plainfield, in the 9 days that have passed since the agreement on a trial lesson for my six-year-old daughter, none of the managers of the School of Rock Plainfield checked and noticed that the lesson time was not set correctly, and when we arrived, they simply offered to come to the next week. My child was very upset because all this time, she was looking forward to this lesson, and I had to think carefully and reschedule her other classes for the time of the scheduled lesson. I was upset that the manager did not even consider it necessary to approach us. She spoke to me, standing at the opposite end of the hall. I don’t know how they teach music, but the management is very unprofessional.
School of Rock
Address: 100 W Main St, Barrington, IL 60010 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
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.
My 4 year old and 8 year old have been taking the group lessons for almost a year now and they love it. They have both learned more music theory than I expected (especially my 4 year old!) and they get to try various instruments to see what they like. My 8 year old daughter started taking keyboard lessons with Ashley during the summer in addition to her group lesson and she loves it! I wanted an environment where she could really learn the piano but not feel pressure to practice nonstop and have to play classical pieces that didn’t interest her, and School of Rock is really perfect for what we were looking for. My daughter has progressed so much and gets to play songs that she enjoys coming home to practice! The staff here is so nice and welcoming.
I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect with the Barrington School of Rock adult program. I knew that I just wanted to break out of my comfort zone, actually learn some songs that I could play from start to finish, and perform in public. I have been a self-taught musician with a pretty good grasp of fundamental music theory and only beginner-intermediate acoustic guitar skills. Your program in Barrington has exceeded my wildest imagination and it has been 100% the result of your staff. I could not be happier with their enthusiasm, their continual words of encouragement, their knowledge of music, their talent, their teaching abilities, their sense of humor, their playfulness, and their efforts to fill in gaps in the band when we had shortages of adult students. I could not be more impressed with Stephanie, Danny, and Andrew, in particular. Their personalized interest has been outstanding. I have take the most private lessons from Danny. I have learned a remarkable amount from him over the last year. His listening skills are extremely good. He doesn’t just provide a boring lesson. He listens to what I want to learn and where I struggle, then he tailors the lessons to my needs. The follow-up notes he provides are ridiculously good and very helpful. It is not easy to teach music, but both Danny and Andrew can communicate it in a way that makes sense and wants me to keep going. I have learned more songs in the last year than I thought possible and I look forward to what we will do in the next year. It’s also a great opportunity to make new friendships with fellow musicians. I am honored to be part of the SOR Barrington program.
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.
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.
School of Rock
Address: 536B Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 , Stickney , Illinois , United States
I love School of Rock and I love this location! It’s awesome that they offer the Little Wing program! My 4 year old absolutely loves it! She loves her teacher, Tina! All of the members of the staff are so great! I’ve been bringing my daughter here for about a year now and everyone is so kind. Eric does a great job creating an awesome environment for the kids and he always makes everyone feel very welcome! I Love School of Rock and recommend it every chance I get! 🙂
A good place for kids to get jiggy with the tunes!
School of Rock Glen Ellyn is a wonderful music school. The instructors are fantastic musicians and teachers. My son has made tons of progress in the year he has been enrolled there. He has started playing two new instruments, and has greatly improved his guitar technique. The performance opportunities are incredible, and my son has developed a lot more confidence on stage. The environment is warm and welcoming, and the students are really nice kids. A great thing about this school is the interaction among the students – they teach and encourage each other and learn to play together as a band. My son feels a real sense of comradery with his fellow students. I recommend School of Rock Glen Ellyn without reservation. It is an amazing place!
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.