The Music Room in Palatine: 20 Years and Still Going Strong

The Music Room has been striking a chord in downtown Palatine for more than 20 years, helping people young and old develop their passion for music through voice or instrument instruction. The business also sells, rents and repairs a wide variety of instruments. Music accessories, amps and sheet music are also available for purchase.

In 1994, Carol Cook and John Giovannoni opened the business at 49 W. Slade Street. Both brought with them unique backgrounds; Cook previously instructed piano, voice and woodwinds, and Giovannoni taught drums.

They began to hire more instructors and the student base began to flourish. In 2005, they outgrew the location and moved down the street to where the business is today at 26 N. Brockway Street at Slade Street.

In late 2011, Cook and Giovannoni began the process to purchase the building. Before the purchase was finalized, Giovannoni was diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumor. The partners knew there was a difficult road ahead. The real estate transaction was completed in February of 2012 and the business remained open during the rehab, which was complete by December of 2012.

“We knew the end was coming soon [due to Giovannoni’s deteriorating condition], but we carried on,” Cook said. Read more here.....

Upcoming Classes and other Learning Opportunities: (click links below to learn more)

Starting June 15:

• Classes for adults including Ukulele, Guitar and Rock Band
• Classes for children including Early Childhood, Ukulele, Guitar and Rock Band Camp

June 29: Exploring Guitar for the Average Joe

To learn about all the exciting opportunities to make music a passion for you or your child, visit The Music Room online or call 847-934-5440.