The Best Music Tutors in Chicago, IL

As a full-member of BMI (as both a songwriter and publisher) and a full member of The Dramatist Guild, I have the experience and expertise to help you with your songwriting: music and lyrics. While I have a passion for musical theater and jazz, I can help you find your voice in your genres of choice. I...See Kenneth's full profile

My students achieve their learning objectives through highly individualized and personalized instruction that best suits each student's needs. My tutoring method uses latest effective instructional techniques by incorporating digital media, music, objects and photographs into the lesson plans. These materials...See Judy's full profile

Bad grammar and typos in print drives me crazy! Music is also a strong interest and love. I play French horn, and have given private lessons. Again, my goal is always teach the two basics for a wind instrument--correct breathing and hearing the pitch before playing. I have substitute taught in general...See Sally's full profile

I loved the opportunity to share everything I'd learned at Michigan and Northwestern, so much that I continued tutoring music students of all ages in Chicago to this day. I teach music theory and fundamentals, music history, ear training, composition, music production (Ableton Live,...See Mike's full profile

I hold a Bachelor Of Music degree, Royal College of Music, London. Currently on the faculty of Bienen School of Music, Northwestern University, Chicago. Principal Cellist in the Lyric Opera of Chicago, and 15+ years of Orchestral experience in the Europe and the USA.See Calum's full profile

I specialize in helping students of all levels with mixing and preparing music for release. I truly love teaching and my goal is to meet my students where they are in order to help them grow beyond! MY BACKGROUND: I have spent over a decade producing music professionally and have found my niche working...See Niko's full profile

I started learning solfège/music theory as early as first grade, and I took theory classes through High School and College. Music theory is my favorite subject to teach outside of teaching cello, which is why all of my cello students also have to learn theory. It is helpful whether it is used to...See Dessi's full profile

I speak a basic level of French, Italian, German and I am now learning through Wyzant my 5th language: Russian. I have a Master of Music in Voice and Opera Performance from Bienen School of Music, Northwestern University. I have coached and I still keep training with the best professionals in the vocal...See Valeria's full profile

My ultimate goal is that the students will learn to sing with a personal technique upon which they can rely at all times and which gives them the ability to continue their musical progress independently. A lifetime of expressive music making awaits. Let's get started!See Gordon's full profile

I received top grades in theory in college. I've taught more than 25 private students in music theory. See Will's full profile

I have been Professional Tailoring in the entertainment Industry with Radio City Music Hall's Rockettes for 4 seasons and 3 seasons with Broadway in Chicago. I have developed a business in tailoring that has lasted for over 32 years. I have established an online business that is serving the globe since 2007....See Tony's full profile

I have won first place in multiple competitions such as the American Protégé International Piano & Strings Competition, Concert Festival International Competitions, New York International Music Competition, and many more. I have had experience with performing solo repertoire, chamber music, and...See Iris's full profile

I have taken several sight-reading and sight-singing classes in college, and it has also been the easiest (and most fun) part of every audition for me. I have perfect pitch and I also greatly understand solfege, intervals, key signatures, time signatures, and I can read notes very well. These are the basics of...See Kyla's full profile

I have been playing the saxophone professionally for over 25 years. I majored in 'Performing commercial music' in collage where my primary instrument was for the saxophone. I am currently the music director at Oak Park Avenue Baptist Church in Berwyn, IL. I have been in this position for three...See Ralph's full profile

Though I call myself a composer, my path in music has never been a straight or predictable one. Through the years, I have thoroughly pursued varying musical interests ranging from music theory and composition, jazz, polyrhythmic cycles, sound engineering and sound design, guitar and piano. Because I...See ERIC's full profile

All of these degrees and topics aside, I am a laid back person and a true teacher at heart. Your sessions will be both rigorous and fun. Outside of the classroom, I swim, walk, do yoga, do art, sing, and am most recently learning musical theater. I look forward to meeting you! :)See Jennifer's full profile

I was born and raised in Italy but have been living in the USA for quite some time now. I can help you improve and master various fields, including science, arts, and languages. Yes, you can too! I have a bachelor's degree in Music Theory/Solfeggio and one in Clarinet Performance, as well as a...See Antonio's full profile

- I was a high school football player and am a big fan of the Bears and Badgers. I also love baseball, usually attending about 20 MLB games a year. - I love live music and play guitar occasionally in local Chicago bands. - My nerd side comes out with crosswords and novels. Some favorites are Infinite Jest...See Nick's full profile

Hi! I'm Susan. I've been teaching and tutoring high school, college, and grad students to improve their writing for 15+ years. I have the experience and enthusiasm to help make writing papers less daunting, and to clarify course readings and key concepts. I find it enormously rewarding to watch students grow in their...See Susan's full profile

I make sure I understand the need of the students and help them with a patient. This way I create a desire to learn math rather than have to learn it. For example, I would teach the basic Multiplication facts by memorizing them in fun musical rhyme. I have taught my own son who is just starting his 2nd grade. I...See Priti's full profile

A.P. Music Theory (5 on the AP Exam); Northern Illinois University Music Student: Theory courses 1-5, Jazz Theory, Jazz and Classical Arranging and Composition Lesson. Aural Skills (ear training): Aural Skills 1-2, Jazz Aural Skills 1-2. Tutor for music theory and aural skills (ear training) at...See Christian's full profile

I have Apple certifications in Final Cut Pro, Motion, and Logic Pro. Previously I was the lead software instructor at an Apple retail store. Throughout the years I have editing music videos, animations and documentaries.See Brian's full profile

I have been teaching piano and music composition, theory, ear training, and Chinese for over 10 years. I have a Ph.D. in music, and have been involved in performances at venues including Carnegie Hall. I strive to create fun learning environment. When teaching classical music, I often use pop...See Ashley's full profile

I also was exposed to various music education courses through grade school and high school. I played alto sax in high school band all four years and had classes in music history and world music. In Junior year of high school I was introduced yo drumming and song writing. I college I took music...See Cedric's full profile

I have held professor positions at Loyola University Chicago, Harvey Mudd College, Indiana University, and am currently full-time tenure track faculty at Saint Mary's College of California. When not teaching or working on my research, I enjoy performing magic, running, and playing music.See Victoria's full profile