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In-Home Music Instruction with Mr. Bob

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NOW OFFERING LESSONS USING THE ZOOM APP!!! "Mr. Bob's Personal Philosophy/Mission Statement": Music is a language. We use language to communicate by sharing our ideas with others, learning ideas from other people by asking questions and coming together to create something greater than ourselves. So please feel free to strike up a conversation with me anytime and I'm sure we'll both learn quite a lot from each other :) I play a variety of instruments, play a variety of styles of music and teach students of all ages and skill levels. Although my main instruments are guitar, bass, piano, ukulele and drums. As per my business card: "Instrument and Music Theory Lessons for Students Of All Ages From Beginner To Advanced Levels" I enjoy everything about the work I do! I get to play music with and teach curious, motivated, talented students and in the process I generally learn something such as a new song, style of playing or way of teaching that I can then share with my other students. I also get to enjoy the hospitality of the clients and parents of students that I teach.
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Hired 99 times

Serves Bolingbrook, IL

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19 years in business

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Wedding reception

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Pop / top 40

Rock / classic rock

Jazz / Blues

Mariachi

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Heather D.

4 weeks ago

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Bob has been my sons teacher for about 6 months. My son has learned beyond our expectations. Bob is patient, loves music and such an excellent teacher. I would highly recommend Bob, hands down the best!!

Details: 6 - 9 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a piano • 45 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

Piano Lessons
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Britta S.

4 weeks ago

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Mr. Bob is a great piano teacher. He is very professional and great at teaching my young kids to play piano. They are excited to practice and have lessons with him each week. Hire him!!

Details: Younger than 6 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training; some self-taught experience • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a piano • 30 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

In-Home Music Instruction with Mr. Bob's reply
Thank you so much for the very kind words! I really appreciate it :)
Piano Lessons
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Audrey P.

Dec 14, 2025

Mr Bob has helped my children learn so much about the piano and ukulele. They started lessons as beginners and after not quite 2 years they can play a variety of genres. I love that he brings his guitar to lessons and accompanies them. He teaches a lot of chords and so their understanding of music and not just note-reading is impressive.
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Marie A.

Dec 10, 2025

I’ve seen such amazing progress—not just in reading music and playing confidently, but also in my child’s excitement to practice at home. Mr Bob celebrates small wins, encourages effort, and builds real confidence. Mr Bob knows exactly how to connect with kids, keeping lessons fun while still teaching solid skills and proper technique. We are thankful.
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Ross S.

Jun 28, 2025

Our daughters love working with Bob and the music they are now able to produce is astounding. Looking forward to several more years of lessons
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