Old Town School of Folk Music

Iconic Chicago folk music school with 60+ year heritage

Old Town School of Folk Music has been operating since 1957 - one of the most recognized folk and traditional music schools in the country. Wide programming from infant Wiggleworms through adult ensembles, with on-site music store, café, and concert venue.

Programs

Programs span infants through adults across solo and group formats. Programs include:

• Wiggleworms (infants/toddlers with caregivers)
• Group classes: guitar, banjo, dance, ukulele, voice, piano, ensembles
• Private lessons (30, 45, 60 minutes)
• Summer camps (ages 6-11 + teen tracks)
• Workshops
• Concerts and live performances

What's Included

• Lesson rooms in the Lincoln Square location
• On-site music store with rentals and repairs
• Café for parents during lessons
• Concert venue for live performances
• Wiggleworms infant/caregiver curriculum

Experience

Folk and traditional music focus is unusual - few large schools cover banjo, fiddle, and folk dance with this depth. Strong fit for families wanting roots-music exposure. Wiggleworms is a Chicago institution for parent-child music. On-site venues mean kids can attend concerts of teachers and visiting artists.