Choosing a Music School? See How EMA Stands Out
Teaching Staff
Edge Music Academy:
Instructors who build real bonds. Every teacher passes a rigorous audition on each instrument they teach. We take great care in choosing educators who are the right fit for our students, focusing on both personality and skill set. Most of our teachers have taught elsewhere previously, and we don’t hire beginners.
Other schools:
Teachers come and go frequently. No audition is required. Hiring manager assumes teacher knows what they are doing.
Curriculum
Edge Music Academy:
Structured programs for every age and instrument, plus plenty of room for student-chosen songs, with curated oversight and designated goals.
Other schools:
No unified plan, random lessons that often do not teach musical foundations.
Performances
Edge Music Academy:
Pro-level shows at real music venues. Variety of performances for all skill levels, with intentional programming and unique opportunities.
Other schools:
In local churches or at the studio, with no lighting or sound.
Bands / Ensembles
Edge Music Academy:
Balanced, thoughtful band setups. No multiples of instruments.
Other schools:
Chaotic, overcrowded bands (often seven guitarists and five drummers!).
Business Focus
Edge Music Academy:
100% education-focused.
Other schools:
Retail-first (aka “guitar store with lessons”).
Cost Transparency
Edge Music Academy:
Every lesson counts, with makeups offered through a convenient 24/7 student portal.
Other schools:
Seemingly “cheaper,” but often closed for many weeks a year without a makeup lesson.
Scheduling / Tracking
Edge Music Academy:
24/7 student portal, with notes and practice tracking sent each lesson.
Other schools:
You must call to reschedule, and there may be some written homework or notes.
Leadership
Edge Music Academy:
Director-led, with clear educational progress tracking. The Artistic Director and Area Director review assigned homework and curriculum implementation to ensure alignment with standards.
Other schools:
No director, no vision. Each teacher does “their own thing.”
Reviews
Edge Music Academy:
Rave reviews from committed families. See for yourself!
Homer Glen | Naperville
Other schools:
Complaints about structure and teachers changing frequently.
We Give Back
Edge Music Academy:
Our philanthropic arm built and maintains free instrument libraries at multiple public libraries.
Other schools:
Spend their money on advertisements.
At Edge Music Academy, You Can Expect:
Top quality music instruction from individuals with formal music training
Rapid skill improvement
Lesson plans that incorporate formal music skills along with how to play your favorite songs
Motivating and fun lessons that keep students passionate and engaged
To learn life skills such as time management, sympathy, empathy, self esteem, critical thinking, and confidence.
Welcome!
Welcome to Edge Music Academy. We are a local music academy for top quality, pedagogically sound and fun music lessons. We know that music has the power to spark creativity, build critical thinking skills, and equip you with the tools you need for life. It’s also a whole lot of fun! Don’t take it from us, check out our testimonials or gallery to hear from our students.
Local
Located in Naperville and Homer Glen, Illinois, we are proud to be part of thriving communities that value the arts and local business. We grew up in Chicagoland and we could not be more pleased to have chosen the suburbs as for our home and our business. Seeing our home grow and thrive through the power of local business brings us joy.
Family-Owned
We are a family-owned and operated business, and we plan to stay that way. We value family and believe music has the power to bring families together and make them stronger through shared experiences.
Flexible
We offer lessons in a variety of formats to ensure that students feel comfortable and welcome. For a full list of teaching locations visit our About page.
Personalized
We pride ourselves on the quality and personalization of our lesson plans and can’t wait to meet you. We look forward to giving you an EDGE through the power of music.