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American Music Institute

Music education non-profit, providing high-quality music education for all ages, instruments, levels, and styles of music in the Chicagoland area.

Campuses in Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, St. Charles & Geneva, IL. Start growing as a musician today! 🎶 Non-profit music org located in the Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, and St Charles, IL. AMI provides many programs and focuses on high level music lessons for all instruments, levels, ages, and styles of music.

10/05/2026

Today, we celebrate the incredible teachers who inspire, encourage, and help students discover the joy of music.

For World Teachers’ Day, we’re proud to recognize the talented faculty at American Music Institute who share their knowledge, passion, and dedication with students of all ages and levels.

From a student learning their first notes to an advanced musician preparing for the next stage of their musical journey, our teachers make a lasting difference every day.

Thank you, AMI faculty, for helping students find their voice through music!

Looking for a music teacher who can help you or your child grow? Schedule Trial Lesson at amimusic.org

09/30/2026

At American Music Institute, we’re proud to help students build confidence, develop their musical skills, and discover the joy of making music.

Whether your child is just starting or ready to take their playing to the next level, we have lessons for all ages, levels, and musical interests.

🎵 Ready to start your musical journey?

Book a Trial Lesson today: amimusic.org

09/27/2026

🎸 Guitar Lessons at American Music Institute

Ready to play guitar? Whether you're a beginner picking up a guitar for the first time or an experienced player looking to improve, AMI offers guitar lessons for students of all ages and skill levels.

Learn the music you love while developing technique, confidence, and musicianship with experienced instructors.

📍 Lessons available at AMI campuses, in-home, and online.

🎵 Start your musical journey today!
👉 Book a Guitar Trial Lesson: https://www.amimusic.org/

09/25/2026

Teaching Positions Open

American Music Institute, located in the Western suburbs of Chicago, has the following positions open at its Clarendon Hills Campus:

Violin Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Degree - Bachelors
2+ years of teaching experience
Deliver high-quality instruction to students of all ages
Provide assessment of students' musical progress
Collaborate with parents and administrative staff for scheduling, etc
Timely correspondence with director, school staff, and parents
Lives in the Chicago area and has reliable transportation
Actively participate in faculty meetings
Ability to communicate instrumental techniques and concepts to students
High level of professional responsibility and musicianship

Qualified candidates submit resumes to [email protected]

We’d appreciate your help in spreading the word by sharing this opportunity with your network!

09/24/2026

🎶 NEW FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENT 🎶

Welcome Justina Chu – Flute & Piano to American Music Institute!

🎓 She earned her Master in Music degree from the Longy School of Music, where she studied with Robert Willoughby, and her Bachelor in Music degree from the University of Houston, studying with Peggy Russell.

🎵 With training from respected flute teachers and professional experience as an orchestral musician, Justina brings her knowledge of performance and musicianship into the classroom.

Interested in learning flute or piano?
Explore music lessons at amimusic.org and meet the AMI faculty!
📍 Chicago & Suburbs

09/21/2026

🎵 Choosing the Right Instrument for Your Child

Piano, violin, guitar, drums, or something else? Choosing an instrument for your child can feel overwhelming—but it can also be an exciting first step in their musical journey.

Our new blog shares helpful tips to consider, including your child’s age, interests, personality, learning style, and musical goals.

Read the blog and discover how to choose an instrument that can help your child build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of music.

👉 Read: https://www.amimusic.org/choosing-the-right-instrument-for-your-child/

09/19/2026

🎶 NEW FACULTY ANNOUNCEMENT 🎶

Meet Alessandro Tenorio-Bucci – Clarinet & Saxophone!

From performing with the Las Vegas Philharmonic to working with orchestras and contemporary music ensembles throughout the Midwest, Alessandro brings a diverse professional background to American Music Institute.

Alessandro performs on clarinet, E-flat clarinet, bass clarinet, and saxophone, and is passionate about helping students develop their musicianship and performance skills.

Ready to start your musical journey?
🎵 Explore music lessons at amimusic.org
📍 Chicago & Suburbs

09/14/2026

LAST CHANCE: Save 26% on a Trial Music Lesson!

Ready to start your musical journey? There’s still time to take advantage of 26% OFF a Trial Lesson at American Music Institute.

Explore music lessons for children, teens, and adults in violin, piano, guitar, voice, and more. Lessons are available in campus, in-home, and online.

Offer ends 9/15. Use promo code FALL2026 when scheduling your trial lesson.

Schedule your trial lesson today: amimusic.org

09/02/2026

🎵 WE’RE HIRING MUSIC TEACHERS! 🎵

American Music Institute is growing our faculty! We’re looking for passionate and dedicated music educators to join our team.

🎤 Voice / Piano
🎻 Violin
🎸 Guitar
🎷 Winds (Flute, Saxophone & more)

If you’re an experienced music educator who loves inspiring students, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 More info: https://www.amimusic.org/positions-open/
📩 Qualified candidates, email resume and cover letter to [email protected]

08/27/2026

🎵➕📐 Can music help develop math skills?

Music and math may seem like completely different subjects, but they have more in common than you might think! From rhythms and patterns to sequencing and problem-solving, learning an instrument can help children develop skills that support learning in and out of the classroom.

But how exactly are music and math connected? 🤔

👉 Read the full blog and discover the connection: https://shorturl.at/iYlzU

Address

Clarendon Hills/Downers Grove/St Charles/Geneva
Chicago, IL
60514

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 8pm
Tuesday	10am - 8pm
Wednesday	10am - 8pm
Thursday	10am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

(630) 850-8505

Website

http://amimusic.org/contact/, https://ami-store.myspreadshop.com/, https://www.summermusiccampchicago.com/, http://amimu

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