Join us for an intergalactic celebration of music and community on May 4, 2025, from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM at Melody Mart! Whether you’re a Padawan just starting your musical journey or a Jedi Master of melody, there’s something for everyone!

Jordan Foster has been an integral part of Melody Mart for 13 years, teaching upright bass, bass guitar, and music theory to middle...

Al Joseph has been a dedicated music educator at Melody Mart since his mid-twenties, teaching violin to students ages four and up. With...

Leslie Raich, a Melody Mart teacher since 2020, teaches piano and theory. She adapts to each student’s learning style

Ashley Beck, a Melody Mart teacher for a decade, blends passion and experience to make music education fun and freeing.

June Schmidt has been an integral part of the Melody Mart team for the past 8 years, bringing her extensive 52 years of musical...

Guadalupe Esquivel Jr. is an accomplished musician with a rich background in woodwind performance, specializing in bassoon. He began his...

Esperanza Salgado is a dedicated flutist, music educator, and advocate whose career exemplifies her commitment to the transformative...

Alyssa brings nine years of musical experience to her role as an instructor at Melody Mart, where they has been teaching for the past two...

Hector Lara Jr. is a music educator at Melody Mart and has years of experience teaching various instruments. He began his musical journey...

DK Bass’s musical journey began at only 7 years old and was marked by an exploration of a wide array of instruments commonly found in...

With 60 years of musical experience and a passion for teaching, Madeline Gloss has been a staple at Melody Mart for over 30 years. A...

Frank Anastos, a cherished guitar instructor at Melody Mart since 1976, has become a cornerstone of the store’s music community. His...

Raven Huang (they/them) is a dedicated multi-instrumentalist with a deep passion for contemporary and new music. They primarily play the...

Maddie has dedicated 60 years to music, with 30 of those years spent teaching at Melody Mart. She instructs students aged 10 and up,...

Mary Cannek is one of our longest standing music instructor at Melody Mart with a rich history spanning over 50 years. Mary's lifelong...

Liz Limon began her musical journey as a young band and church choir member at the age of 9. Over the years, she has explored a diverse...

Daniel Gayden is a Chicago-based singer-songwriter and drummer, holds a Bachelor of Music from Western Michigan University. With 15 years...

Davis Young has 20 years of experience with the piano and 15 years with percussion. He teaches percussion, piano, and music theory at...

Music Educator, Vocalist, and Choral Director Isaih Brown is an aspiring educator, musician, director, and singer who has an esteemed...