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American Music Institute
Last Call for Chamber Music – Aug 3, 17, & 31 – AUDITIONS
American Music Institute is a non-profit organization founded with the mission to provide a high level of music education for students of all ages, all instruments, levels and styles of music. Our campuses are located in Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, St. Charles, and Geneva, IL. AMI is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of music instruction and professional music performance throughout the Chicago area community. AMI offers music lessons in Chicago area at our four campuses, as well as lessons in-home. AMI Programs include… Private Lesson Program, Group Classes, Masterclasses, Summer Music Camp, American Youth Chamber Orchestra (AYCO), Chicago Violin Competition, GigHubb, and more. Check out AMI Faculty…
AMI Programs
Music Lessons
AMI offers private lessons for all ages, instruments, levels and styles of music. Traditional & Suzuki Lessons offered at AMI Campuses, In-home, & Online. Start studying with an Award-Winning AMI Faculty member today…
AMI College Faculty
AMI’s College Faculty is comprised of faculty members who currently teach at prestigious colleges & universities around Chicago. Schedule lessons with an AMI Award Winning Faculty today…
Mini Campus – School Program
On-site music programs for K-12 students in both public & private schools across Chicago & suburbs. Mini Campus Program is a comprehensive music education for schools, including Orchestra & Strings Programs, Band Programs, general Music Ed classes, & group coaching sessions tailored to each school’s needs.
Chamber Music Auditions OPEN for Fall 2025
Auditions NOW OPEN for Fall 2025 — Chamber Music Program is for all young inspiring musicians of all orchestral instruments, ages 7-18yrs. Held at AMI’s Clarendon Hills Campus.
Friends & Family Program
Friends & Family Program is where music brings loved ones together! Our semi-private music lessons offer the perfect opportunity for friends and family members to share the joy of music while learning from AMI’s award-winning faculty.
AMI Faculty
AMI’s Award-Winning Faculty consists of world-class musicians who bring professional expertise and real-world experience to every lesson. Studying with such accomplished teachers inspires excellence and provides students with the highest level of musical training.
ANNOUNCING
Artists in Residence
American Music Institute is thrilled to announce its partnership with the esteemed violin and piano duo, Yang and Olivia, as Artists-in-Residence & AMI College Faculty Members. This collaboration brings together two world-class musicians (Yang Liu and Olivia Tsai) who share AMI’s commitment to fostering a deep love for music and advancing musical education. Schedule Performances & Lessons with Yang Liu or Olivia Tsai by Contacting AMI…
TESTIMONIALS
Abby S – Hinsdale
“Our kids started lessons earlier this year in violin, guitar, and piano. They are doing great and we’ve had a great experience at AMI!!!”
Sarah C – Naperville
“My 11 year old has grown leaps and bounds in trumpet the few months he has attended! His confidence and skill have improved.”
Amna R – Downers Grove
“Thanks to AMI, my girl was able to pick up the violin! She’s made great process and I would recommend AMI to those considering taking music lessons.”
AMI provides in-school & in-home music lessons in Chicago are for piano lessons, violin lessons, guitar lessons, voice lessons and music lessons in all symphonic wind, brass, percussion and string instruments.