AUSTIN MUSIC CENTER
6815 W. NORTH AVE
OAK PARK, IL 60302
708-383-1961
www.austinmusiccenter.net

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My child is or has been in every activity known to man. Am I going to have to by an instrument? What if s/he loses interest in music? Am I going to end up with an instrument in my closet next to all of the other equipment s/he no longer uses?
 

Austin Music Center has a rent-to-own plan.

  • You are not committed to purchasing an instrument

  • Return the instrument, no questions asked, at any time

  • The first three months of rental fees are deducted from the purchase price of the instrument

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How old should my child be to begin music lessons?
 

  • Every child is different.
  • Research consistently shows children who participate in some type of musical activity, as well as those  who play an instrument especially, benefit cognitively.
  • In addition, successful learning, performing, and self-discipline aid in the development of  social and emotional skills.   

See below for articles about music and children.

I cannot afford to rent an instrument.
 
  • The music teacher at your child's school may be able to offer suggestions for financial assistance.
Austin Music Center is not affiliated financially or in any other  way with web sites below.

Music and Children 

The Benefits of Music on Child Development

Benefits on Teaching Music to Children: Music and Brain Research

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