Give your child a gift that can never be taken away!
Reading music and playing an instrument is not for the few, talented and privileged. It is a skill acquired through learning and practice. Those that learn to read music and play an instrument often excel in other areas of life as well. This is because  participation in music (especially playing an instrument) requires higher functions of the brain.  Learning to play the piano for instance improves coordination, concentration, reading and math.  Research has been proving this for years!
Class Piano lessons, Guitar Lessons, and Voice Lessons are a stimulating and fun way for children to learn to read music and play an instrument!

Music Makers...for Life, Inc.  is a music studio run by Mrs. Theresa Villec in the heart of Crystal Lake, Illinois..

Mrs. Villec has years of teaching experience in both the public school system as well as in private practice.  She holds a Masters Degree in Music Education and is Illinois Certified to teach general and choral Music for K - 12.  Her private studio of 10 years included Piano, Guitar and Voice lessons. Her performance background includes years of professional singing, accompanying and directing  in all genres of music.
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At Music Makers for Life the focus is on learning to read and play or sing music for the individual child.  The goal is not to create the next Mozart or Beethoven (We don't expect every child who learns to read and write to become the next Hemingway!) We want your little musician to be confident and enjoy the musical experience.  Kids love their piano lessons, guitar lessons and voice lessons because we make it fun!
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ABOUT Us: As with any skill worth learning, a certain amount of "work" is involved.  Most people use the word "practice" when the skill required involves a musical instrument (including the Voice).  Those that perceive this "practice" time as being enjoyable learn at a much faster pace than students that perceive it as "work".  It is with this in mind that we keep piano lessons, guitar lessons, and voice lessons as enjoyable as possible, while still maintaining a serious attitude about the music.

MUSIC MONEY AND PARTIES!
For Private guitar lessons and piano lesson Students:  When a student plays their piano lesson or guitar lesson  assignment with perfection,  they receive a music dollar.  When possible (at least once a year) a music party is held which involves  playing a piece in front of their peers (thus receiving five more music dollars!), playing informative music games, and purchasing their choice of items.  The items range from music socks, music shirts, music pens, music pencils, music tote bags, CD's, picks, tuners.....well, you get the idea!

In the class setting, the students play games to reinforce material learned.  They earn music money during many of these games!  They are able to spend the money during class sessions.

MUSIC RECITAL
Once a year a formal recital is held at a nearby church in Crystal Lake, Illinois for private students.  It includes all  students.  All friends and family members are welcome to atten
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757 McHenry Avenue
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815-444-9444
On-request sheet music
A choice of over 10,000 songs.   Within minutes we can print out your requested sheet music on site.  Or, click the link below and purchase to print directly to your own printer.
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We are currently interviewing for instructors with music degrees and/or many years of professional performing experience for the following instruments:
Piano, Bass Guitar, Woodwind instruments, Brass instruments;
Pay based on education and experience. Please send Resume to:
Music Makers...for Life, Inc.
757 McHenry Avenue
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
or call 815-444-9444
or email:
musicmakers4life@yahoo.com
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Private Voice
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Private Guitar
Openings Available.
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FEEL THE BEAT DRUM CLASS
5 - 9 year olds
Garage Band Workshop
Jam with other's your own age...with guidance from pros!
New Session Begins in June:
Mondays  7:00 - 8:15 pm.


Class Guitar
Beginners

Mondays from 5:30 - 6:15
Starts July 6, 2009
Suzuki Violin Lessons
Ages 3 & up

Openings: Fridays
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Vocal Workshop
New Sessions Begin:
Friday, June 19, 2009

KinderKeys:Ages 4/5
Reading Music by age 6
Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:15 (Full)
Tues 1 - 1:45 (Full)
Tues 1:45 - 2:30 (Full)
Wed 1:00 -1:45 -
(Full)
Thurs 11:00- 11:45 (Full)
Thurs 3:00 - 3:45 (Full)
Friday 6:30 - 7:00 (Full)
NEW CLASS STARTING
This Fall - Call for more information.
Private Drum
Openings Available
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Summer "Try - It" Classes forming now.
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July 13 - 14: 
ZOOPHONICS NOW AVAILABLE!
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January 2007 Prevention magazine:
A Sharp to A-Plus, Music Lessons can boost your child's brainpower.
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RESEARCH SHOWS....
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KinderKeys Piano
(& Music Fun!)
Ages 4 - 6
Openings:
NEW Classes Forming
PIANO LESSONS ; VOICE LESSONS MAKE YOU SMARTER
HOURS
  Tues/Thurs:  10:00 - 7:00
Mon Wed & Fri:  1:00 - 7:00
Saturday:  9:00 - 6:00

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Class Piano:  (Beginners)
Thurs:  5:45
Starts in August