Why Our Program is the Best For You!

Our students and their families are hard-working and lead busy lives. They want a high quality, personalized music education that's convenient to their busy schedules. Follow these links to find information on what makes the Champaign School of Music's program the best choice for students of all ages:

Focus on Teaching

100% Focus

The Champaign School of Music focuses 100% of its efforts on designing and providing the best Music Program in Champaign-Urbana. Students of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds come to develop their musical interests and skills through a full range of private and group lessons, studio classes, performances, reward program and exams.

Similarly, your teacher focuses 100% of her attention on you. Our friendly and efficient admin staff schedule lessons, organize recitals, collect tuition, pay bills, and take care of publicity so your teacher doesn't have to. This leaves your teacher free to devote 100% of her attention and expertise to teaching and developing a personalized study program that will nurture your talents and interest.

Professionally Educated Teachers

We provide only professionally educated teachers. Our faculty come from diverse, international educational and performance backgrounds, collectively holding numerous advanced music degrees, certifications and performance credentials, enabling us to uniquely work with beginning through advanced students of all ages and backgrounds. Learn about our faculty.

Outstanding Music Program

Private lessons, Group programs, Studio classes - you choose.

Each student comes to us having a unique combination of age, ability, interest and skill level. Some benefit mostly from the one-on-one attention gained in Private Lessons. Some prefer the camaraderie and interaction with peers they get in Group Classes. Students who benefit from both and enjoy excelling at music often combine a Private or Group Class with a Studio Class.

Sequential Program of Study

We provide a sequential program of study from age 3-Adult. You can start at 3 years and matriculate through our program until you are 100, enjoying the convenience and comfort of sticking with a team of teachers, schedule and environment you know.

Performing Opportunities

During your program of study, you may perform in a variety of fun, non-threatening Concerts, Recitals and Music Get Togethers. These are designed to support the student's learning, provide valuable motivation for practicing and give the student an opportunity to give back to their parents and community.

Studio Classes: Music Composition/Theory, History, Performance

These fun, but essential studio classes support your private or group instrumental lessons. They help you understand the music you're learning in private lessons in many different ways. With better understanding comes more enjoyment, improved playing skills and increased motivation to practice and continue learning. Additionally these classes also give you an opportunity to explore a wider variety of musical interests and learn from other experts.

Most music students don't have the opportunity to take classes like these until they're in college. We're really pleased to be able to offer Champaign School of Music's students age appropriate music classes that will support their private lessons and enhance their learning.

Exam Preparation

We offer training in repertoire, theory, technique, ear training, sight reading and harmonization to prepare students for Illinois State Achievement in Music (AIM) Exams and Guild.

Motivational Reward Programs

You will receive support and motivation through our Practice and Performing Reward Programs. Every student experiences days when they don't want to practice and parents sometimes find it tricky to enforce it without causing bad feelings. However, if a student is to gain the most from lessons and parents' investment, a student must practice. These programs are very successful in helping a student find the motivation.

Happy, Nurturing, and Professional Environment

The "Happiest Place on Earth!" is the motto Walt Disney chose for his theme parks. We hope you'll find the Champaign School of Music to be the happiest music school in Champaign County!

Be Inspired, Nurtured, and Motivated

Develop Friends

Enjoy Professional Surroundings

Convenience

Flexible Schedules

We offer flexible schedules at our school. You can save time and gas costs by scheduling siblings at the same time or back-to-back. Many parents find the time to run errands or relax at nearby shops during their child's lesson time.

Reliable Schedules

You avoid inconvenient lesson schedule changes and benefit from additional expert feedback when another CSM teacher fills in for your absent weekly teacher.

One Stop Shopping for Music Supplies

Because of our partnership with Samuel Music, you can buy your music books and supplies on-site at our Samuel Music studio location.

Easy Pay Plan

Enjoy the ease of automatic billing and eliminate the hassle of remembering due dates, embarrassing reminders and annoying late fees.

Up to Date On-line Event Calendar

Our online Event Calendar is accessible 24/7 for those middle of the night moments when you need to confirm the next recital date or holiday lesson schedule.

24 hour Voicemail/Email

Use our 24/7 voicemail and email for those odd times when you need to leave a message or ask a question and our office is closed.

Parent/Student Support

Free Consultations

Want additional help deciding which course of study to follow, when to start or how to practice? Contact our office to schedule a consultation time. We value your success and want to help.

Educational Reports and Tips

Free educational reports and tips that will help you get the most out of music lessons are available online, through our newsletter, and on our 24-hour hotline.

On-Line Support

Our website maintains an up-to-date calendar of events, directions, tips and reports, and contact information.

Focus on Giving Back

Students gain poise, self-worth and motivation when they are able to serve others by sharing their skills and talents. Through a variety of performing opportunities, they will be able to give back and be appreciated for their contributions.