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Celebrating 20 Years of American Music Institute
For 20 years, AMI has provided access to the benefits of an intensive music education. Join us in celebrating 20 Years of Music Excellence at AMI!
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American Music Institute
Study with world-class musicians from Juilliard, Oberlin, Berklee, and other top music conservatories around the world at American Music Institute, a non-profit organization founded with the mission to provide a high level of music education for students of all ages, all instruments, levels and styles of music. Our campuses are located in Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, St. Charles, and Geneva, IL. AMI is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of music instruction and professional music performance throughout the Chicago area community. AMI offers music lessons in Chicago area at our four campuses, as well as lessons in-home. AMI Programs include… Private Lesson Program, Group Classes, Masterclasses, Chicago Summer Music Camp, American Youth Chamber Orchestra (AYCO), Chicago Violin Competition, GigHubb – Chicago Live Musicians, and more. Check out AMI Faculty & Current Available Faculty…
AMI Programs
Music Lessons
Private Traditional & Suzuki Lessons offered at AMI Campuses, In-home, & Online for all ages, instruments, levels and styles of music. Start studying with an Award-Winning AMI Faculty member today…
AMI College Faculty
Study with world-class faculty from Juilliard, Oberlin, Berklee, and other top music conservatories around the world. Schedule lessons with an AMI Award Winning Faculty today…
Summer Music Camp – July 13-17, 2026
Chicago Summer Music Camp is a day camp held at AMI’s Clarendon Hills Campus for students of all levels, ages 5-18 years old, and all instruments.
Chamber Music Auditions OPEN for 2026
Chamber Music Program is held througout the year and is for all young inspiring musicians of all orchestral instruments, ages 7-18yrs. Held at AMI’s Clarendon Hills Campus.
Summer Music Lessons
Perfect opportunity to stay inspired, make progress, and enjoy music all summer long! 4-12 weeks of private lessons within 4 months (May – Aug), students can enjoy both structure and freedom.
AMI Faculty
AMI’s Award-Winning Faculty consists of world-class musicians from Juilliard, Oberlin, Berklee, and other top music conservatories around the world who bring professional expertise and real-world experience to every lesson.
ANNOUNCING
Artists in Residence
American Music Institute is thrilled to announce its partnership with the esteemed violin and piano duo, Yang and Olivia, as Artists-in-Residence & AMI College Faculty Members. This collaboration brings together two world-class musicians (Yang Liu and Olivia Tsai) who share AMI’s commitment to fostering a deep love for music and advancing musical education. Schedule Performances & Lessons with Yang Liu or Olivia Tsai by Contacting AMI…
TESTIMONIALS
Abby S – Hinsdale
“Our kids started lessons earlier this year in violin, guitar, and piano. They are doing great and we’ve had a great experience at AMI!!!”
Sarah C – Naperville
“My 11 year old has grown leaps and bounds in trumpet the few months he has attended! His confidence and skill have improved.”
Amna R – Downers Grove
“Thanks to AMI, my girl was able to pick up the violin! She’s made great process and I would recommend AMI to those considering taking music lessons.”
AMI provides in-school & in-home music lessons in Chicago are for piano lessons, violin lessons, guitar lessons, voice lessons and music lessons in all symphonic wind, brass, percussion and string instruments.