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125 S. Vine St,
Hinsdale, IL 60521
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Since it was founded in 2007 (at Beautiful Music in Downers Grove), Garage Band U has provided its students with a critical learning experience that individual study cannot deliver: hands-on group performance.

Now part of the Hinsdale Conservatory of Music, Garage Band U holds classes in the historic Zion Lutheran School building at 125 S. Vine Street, Hinsdale, IL 60521.

Garage Band U creates a fun and supportive environment where musicians of all ages develop their skills by performing as members of a functioning rock band. Musical confidence and ability grow together and thrive at Garage Band U.

Semesters last 8 to 12 weeks, with an open enrollment policy. Students are grouped in small classes with musicians of the same age and experience level. Band size is kept small (usually 5-6 people) to ensure that everyone plays his or her principal instrument at all times.

Musical repertoire is determined by the band members; students are encouraged to submit appropriate song suggestions. Groups rehearse for 1 hour per week, culminating in a live performance at a public venue with a stage and professional sound system.

Garage Band U students learn what is expected of professional musicians, and they experience the thrill and pride of performing together as members of a real rock band. The Garage Band U program helps students:

-Set and achieve goals
-Work effectively as part of a team
-Tap their creativity
-Network with other musicians
-Make new friends

Garage Band U students also learn to
embrace important values:

-Discipline
-Confidence
-Self Esteem
-Integrity
-Commitment

Reviews

• January 19, 2012

  

  My son has participated in 6 or more sessions and its a good experience for him, James is a professional and a good teacher.Highly recommend this program to anyone that wants to play with other musician. GBU is a good program to start a Band.

  – Marcial

• January 12, 2012

  

  Educational and fun for aspiring musicians of all ages. James is very professional and a great teacher. Highly recommend.

  – Patrick

• January 11, 2012

  

  My daughter has participated in 4 sessions (at 9 and 10 years old). She never gets tired of doing it and it has made her such a better musician. What a unique and valuable experience for her to have. Of all her activities, this is by far the most beneficial for her personal development . James is great and amazingly patient with the kids.
  I love going to the concerts which are put on in such a professional manner. It is great to watch all the bands shine!

  – Jill

• January 11, 2012

  

  This is my 2nd semester with garage band u and I have enjoyed working with the other musician. I have learned a lot about being in a band, learning new song to working with a band, with timing , singing. I would recommend this program to anyone that wants to learn more about music.

  – David

• January 11, 2012

  

  We're in our fourth session of Garage Band U and it has been a great experience for my son. Working to perfect a song for the next week's session has provided a new incentive to guitar practice. It's great to see what the kids can accomplish by the final performance.

  – Paul

• January 11, 2012

  

  What a great time we always have at GBU. James is not only a good guy, but always willing to give creative input and support with respect to all. I have done several classes and enjoy it more each time and have made several friends along the way and improved in my range of musical knowledge. Thanks Bob

  – Bob

• January 11, 2012

  

  Garage Band U is a great opportunity for inexperienced and experienced musicians to be able to play in a band situation. My daughter has been involved for about a year and the change in her confidence as a singer is immeasurable. Whether the musician is experienced or not and no matter what their age, there is a band for them to be a part of and at the end of each session there is a performance that for most people will be their first exposure to what it is like to be in a band on stage performing for many people.

  – Scott

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