The People's Music School is the only completely FREE music school serving Chicago metropolitan area children. Music inspires young minds to reach beyond the boundaries of their world. It offers limitless possibilities for creativity, achievement and growth – socially, emotionally and intellectually. We invite you to explore the myriad of ways The People's Music School provides access to music for youth in our community.
Our mission is to cultivate access to free, quality music education. Through intensive instruction and performance our students learn more than music.
Studies have shown that participation in music education has measurable impact on children's behavior and academic skills. Explore our 38 year history of changing young lives.
With devastating cuts to school arts programs, hundreds of children are being denied access to music education. Your help can make a difference.