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Classes for Teens

Be Brilliant. Be Moved. Be Together. Be You!

Here at the Old Town School you'll gain the experience you crave in a context that values you as uniquely creative. Programs are dedicated to high-quality technical training within a fun, non-competitive environment. Our growing curriculum caters to each student's strengths with programs designed for teens just like you. You'll also have access to many options in our adult programs where you can connect with students of all ages. Be sure to check out our "teen friendly" adult offerings. Become a part of the inspiring community of Old Town School artists.

Take a class. Join the band. Get in there and be you!

Teens (ages 13-18) get 25% off the price of selected adult group classes. Ask us when you register! Please register in person or by phone (773.728.6000) to receive the discount.

Hip Hop Teens

BeginnerNew!

Wednesday with Amirah Sackett

55 minutes  ·  Once a week for 8 weeks  ·  $174 ($154 members)

Location: Lincoln Square - Lincoln Ave Campus

Teen Ballet

Open to All

60 minutes  ·  Once a week for 8 weeks  ·  $215 ($195 members)

Teen Music Collectives

Intermediate

Friday with Bill Brickey or Max Berg

120 minutes  ·  Once a week for 24 weeks

A community of young musicians collaborating to shape their own unique sound and put on shows

Location: Lincoln Square - Lincoln Ave Campus

Teen Rock Band Ensemble

Intermediate

Tuesday or Saturday with Jose Murillo

60 minutes  ·  Once a week for 8 weeks  ·  $206 ($186 members)

Learn the skills to play in a band by playing with one!

Location: Lincoln Square - Lincoln Ave Campus

Guitar 1 - Teens

Beginner

Saturday with Jose Murillo

80 minutes  ·  Once a week for 8 weeks  ·  $256 ($236 members)

Location: Lincoln Square - Lincoln Ave Campus

Guitar 2 - Teens

Beginner

Tuesday or Saturday with Jose Murillo

80 minutes  ·  Once a week for 8 weeks  ·  $256 ($236 members)

Location: Lincoln Square - Lincoln Ave Campus

Guitar 3 - Teens

Intermediate

Saturday with Jose Murillo

80 minutes  ·  Once a week for 8 weeks  ·  $256 ($236 members)

Location: Lincoln Square - Lincoln Ave Campus

Introduction to Audio Engineering with GarageBand - Teens

Beginner

Sunday with Josh Ruebeck

80 minutes  ·  Once a week for 8 weeks  ·  $256 ($236 members)

Location: Lincoln Square - Lincoln Ave Campus

Teen String Band

Advanced

Tuesday with Jonas Friddle or Anna Jacobson

60 minutes  ·  Once a week for 16 weeks  ·  $495 ($455 members)

Join this exploration of Old Time and Americana music for advanced string players.

Location: Lincoln Square - Lincoln Ave Campus

Private Lesson Options

Our private lessons like our group classes run in 8-week sessions, however, you can begin private lessons during any week in the session. Please call our customer service folks at 773.728.6000 to register as private lesson availability is based upon individual teacher schedules.

Lessons are scheduled weekly, for 30, 45 or 60 minutes, and are available every day of the week at our Lincoln Square and Lincoln Park locations. Our experienced and professional faculty will work with you to develop an individualized program that helps you achieve your musical goals.

Stop in at either location or call the front desk at 773.728.6000 to register.


8-week Session Prices

$336 for 30 minutes ($326 for members)

$480 for 45 minutes ($465 for members)

$616 for 60 minutes ($596 for members)


Session & Registration Dates

8-week lessons: 10/28/2024 – 12/22/2024

Monday 09/23/24: Re-registration for current students begins

Monday 10/07/24: Transfer registration

Wednesday 10/09/24: Open registration

8-week lessons: 01/06/2025 – 03/02/2025

Monday 11/18/24: Re-registration for current students begins

Monday 12/02/24: Transfer registration

Wednesday 12/04/24: Open registration

8-week lessons: 03/03/2025 – 04/27/2025

Monday 01/27/25: Re-registration for current students begins

Monday 02/10/25: Transfer registration

Wednesday 02/12/25: Open registration

8-week lessons: 04/28/2025 – 06/22/2025

Monday 03/24/25: Re-registration for current students begins

Monday 04/07/25: Transfer registration

Wednesday 04/09/25: Open registration


Teachers

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