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Music Lessons

**New and upcoming programs!!**

Little Crickets Beginning Violin Class Our new preschool violin class, introduces young children to basic violin technique and group play. The course meets Saturday mornings, 9-9:45 AM, from September 18 to December 18. Cost is $139 for Y Members and $150 for non-members. For more information, contact Liz Plemmons at (847) 475-7400, x289 or ElizabethZ@McGawYMCA.org. Download a brochure below for details about an introductory meeting on this class.

Fall music lesson enrollment starts August 16th. To register, complete a music lesson registration form at the bottom of the page or contact Liz Zenz Plemmons at (847) 475-7400, x289 or ElizabethZ@McGawYMCA.org for more information.

Private Music Lessons (age 3½ to Adult)

Learn to sing or play an instrument in private lessons with our music teachers! We teach beginner through advanced levels on the following instruments:
  • Piano Lessons
    Students at all levels of music experience, age 3½ and up, are encouraged to sign up! Through 1-on-1 instruction, games, and computer time, lessons emphasize note reading as well as ear-training, theory, technique, musical diversity and FUN!
  • Voice Lessons (ages 9+)
    Learn basic vocal technique, breath control, posture, resonance, and stage presence, while practicing fun songs and discovering the joy of the human body as a musical instrument.
  • Guitar Lessons
    Lessons emphasize note reading, chords, strumming, and scales. You’ll be rocking in no time!
  • Violin Lessons
    Students are taught a variety of musical styles ranging from Classical Music to Fiddle Music and World Music. Lessons emphasize rhythm, intonation, note reading, and theory skills.
    **Minimum 30 minute class length**


Music Lesson tuition (September '10 - May '11)
Member/Non-member. Fees represent monthly tuition based on one lesson per week

  • 15 minutes - $58.50/$70.50 per month
    (recommended for preschool students ages 3 1/2 to 5)
  • 30 minutes - $117/$141
  • 45 minutes - $175.50/$211.50
  • 60 minutes - $234/$282


  • You can still register for summer private music lessons! To register, download the summer lesson registration form below or contact Liz Zenz Plemmons at (847) 475-7400, x289 or ElizabethZ@McGawYMCA.org for more information.

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