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You want to give your child an exposure to music and an opportunity to perform.  You might love music and want to share it, or you might wish you understood more but want to give your child the advantages you never had. Whatever the case, here are 7 tips to make the most of this […]

First time band parents trying to navigate their instrument options have a lot to think about. The Music Room is here to answer your questions. Q. What’s the right instrument for my son or daughter? A. Students often don’t know what they want to play. Sometimes they are influenced by friends or the music they […]

Palatine’s The Music Room Recognized as One of the Top 100 Music Stores in the World

Explore Ukulele Classes at The Music Room Ukuleles have seen a revival and we know why. This instrument is easy to play, affordable and fun. You can get a beginner’s ukulele for less than $100. Eddie Vetter won a Grammy award for his Ukulele Songs album in 2011 and the pop group Twenty One Pilots has […]

Did you know you could make incredible music on an iPad?  A new music class for teen and adult musicians of all levels opens up the world of musical composing using readily accessible software.  “You no longer have to get your friends together to hear your song played by a full ensemble,” said Andrew Capone, […]

The Music Room is joining forces with Palatine Music Center, continuing a 32-year legacy. Palatine Music Center was the village’s oldest music store, in operation since 1984.  Owner Steve Achenbach is retiring. It was important to Mr. Achenbach that his legacy continue with an independent, locally-owned music store. All of Palatine Music Center’s teachers are […]