Personalized & Engaging Music Lessons For All Skill Levels
Music School Serving Northbrook, IL
Our Mission
The Christopher Laughlin School of Music provides positive, memorable opportunities for students of all skill levels to explore their interest in music through a rewarding progression of discovery.
Learn more about our missionPiano
The piano is both approachable for young beginners and richly complex for advanced players, and is perfect for learning to read music and building a strong musical foundation.
Guitar
One of the foundational instruments of contemporary music, our guitar instructors teach across genres and will equip you to play for yourself or as part of a group.
Voice
The vocal instrument is a complex living system and healthy technique is the key to lifelong enjoyment. Study musical theater, pop music, opera, or anything that interests you.
Violin & Viola
Whether you want to learn the classics or contemporary pieces, our instructors will help you master the technique needed to excel at these captivating instruments.
Drums & Percussion
The drum kit is an energetic instrument that cultivates precise rhythm and strong music fundamentals. Learn to create fun and complex beats while developing healthy technique.
Bass
The low pitch of the bass guitar holds down the groove in almost all styles of music. Learn to play different styles and techniques.
Cello
Cello lessons will help you to develop strong fundamentals and play without tension to create a clear and beautiful sound on this soulful instrument.
Online Lessons
Christopher Laughlin School of Music offers virtual music lessons. Learn to play the instrument of your choice, from anywhere!
Music Lessons in a Nurturing & Family Friendly Environment
The Christopher Laughlin School of Music provides in-school and online lessons to children and adults of all ages. Private and group instruction is available. Music enriches our lives. Enrich your life: listen, learn, and perform. Your interest is the key. You must take the first step. Let our teachers be your guide.
Music Lessons for All Ages & Skill Levels in Northbrook, Illinois!
The Christopher Laughlin School of Music offers the highest quality music lessons to students of all ages and levels. Started in 1996, our school has grown to accommodate hundreds of students in Northbrook and Chicago’s northern suburbs.
Our instructors are accomplished professionals who live the joy of music every day, and inspire their students to be creative and express themselves through music.
Our Teachers
Our music instructors are skilled artists themselves and experienced teachers. They are committed to your success and growth. Teaching is a conduit for our amazing staff to pass on their passion for music and the arts.
MEET OUR TEACHERSOur Music Programs:
We offer private lessons in guitar, piano, voice, violin, viola, cello, bass and drums. Lessons can be taken either in-school or online.
Additionally, we offer group piano lessons through our Yamaha Music Education System classes. This unique system develops musical skills using the principles of timely education, group lessons, emphasis on creativity.
Each lesson plan is created by your instructor and catered to your child’s specific needs.