BOOK HOURLY REHEARSALS ONLINE TODAY!
We are thrilled to announce the arrival of online hourly rehearsal scheduling! Simply click on the blue “Schedule Now” button located on the right side of the page, follow the directions, and in no time you’ll receive a confirmation email for your rehearsal. Book your favorite room, request rental equipment, edit/alter an existing booking all with the click of a button. Rehearsals have never been easier!
The Music Garage is the best music rehearsal facility in the Midwest! We specialize in offering the nicest hourly and monthly rehearsal experience available, including offering on-site repair services, tons of gear for sale and rent, an experienced staff and helpful clinics and events throughout the year. Take a look at some of our tenants, past, present and upcoming events:
CPE Sound / Music Garage Monthly Showcase @ Darkroom
featuring Billy “The Buddha” Dickens & his band!
Billy is a bass legend who’s playing & production credits include Stevie Wonder, The Meters, Aretha Franklin, Zawinul, Janet Jackson, Grover Washington, Chaka Kahn, George Michael, Mary J. Blige, Pat Metheny and many others.
JG3 & Dirk Quinn band will bring the funk & fusion and Lexie Trip will bring the noise for a great night of music @ a great club.
Bill Dickens: 10pm
http://www.myspace.com/billdickens
JG3: 9:15
http://www.myspace.com/jgiffordtrio
Dirk Quinn: 8:15pm
http://www.myspace.com/dirkquinnband
Lexie Trip: 7:30pm
http://www.myspace.com/lexietrip
Doors @ 7pm
$7 cover
Darkroom Bar
2210 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
DNA Amp Open House Saturday July 24th @ 1pm!
This Saturday David Nordschow with debut his new line of DNA bass cabinets at The Music Garage!
David Nordschow Amplification (DNA Amps), Jauqo III-X, and The Music Garage are pleased to present
the company’s new line of DNA high performance speaker cabinets.
Bring a bass to check out the latest designs from the same ears that brought you Eden Electronics, David Series Cabinets and World Tour
amplifiers.
David will be available to answer questions and you can play & hang with your fellow bassists.
www.dnaamps.com/cabinets.htm
BRYAN BELLER BASS CLINIC – THIS WEEKEND, SAT. JULY 17TH @ 1:30PM
Music Garage is proud to present a free Clinic / Performance by master bassist Bryan Beller. Bryan Beller plays bass with Dethklok, Steve Vai, and Mike Keneally. Known for his deep grooves and inspired performances, Bryan is supporting his second release “Thanks in Advance” which has been called “a bona fide entry for bass album of the year” by Bass Player Magazine. Mike Lull Cutom Basses and D’addario Strings are sponsering this free event. Find out more about this legendary bassist at www.bryanbeller.com.
GOSPEL JAM, FRIDAY JULY 9TH @ 9PM
J. Shep is hosting another Gospel Jam tonight at the Music Garage! The Gospel Jam is an ongoing event here at the Music Garage and is always full of awesome new performers. Come by, join in or just watch! All are welcome! Tonight @ 9PM in our showcase room. For more information call our office at 312-997-1972.
OPEN JAM SESSION SUNDAY, JUNE 27TH @ 2PM!
This Sunday is our monthly open jam session hosted by Jauqo III-X. All skills & styles are welcome!
As usual we will provide a full backline of boutique + vintage amps, drums, keys, instruments & sound reinforcement.
You can also check out our new line of Chicago’s Hanson Guitars or drop off a broken amp at our repair shop.
It’s a great way to network and show off your fancy chops.
It’s also a great way to try out a lot of cool boutique + vintage gear.
EFFECTS PEDALS NOW AVAILABLE!!
The Music Garage has an ever expanding collection of retail and has recently received a bundle of snazzy new effects pedals! We hold pedals from a wide range of manufacturers including, Ibanez, WMD, MXR, Pigtronix, BOSS, and Artec. All pedals are available on the first floor of the Music Garage so make sure to stop by and check them out!
ENGINEERING SUITE – NOW AVAILABLE (6/2/10)
We have recently completed construction on a new engineering studio! The studio has two (2) 200 sqft rooms separated by an 8″ treated wall and double-pane studio glass. All doors are acoustically sealed and both rooms feature Auralex acoustical treatments. The rent is $950 a month. Act fast, these spaces are rarely available and won’t last long!
MATTHEW SANTOS LIVE AT THE MUSIC GARAGE (6/1/10)
A couple weeks ago the Music Garage was pleased to host one of Chicago’s top up-and-coming musicians, Matthew Santos. Click here to see the video recorded live in our 5th floor pro-space. For more information on the Music Garage pro-space, click on the tab above or call 312-997-1972, and press 2.
PRACTICE SPACE SEEKS LONELY DRUMMER… (5/31/10)
Did you know the Music Garage currently has shared space available exclusively for drummers? For $200 a month you get 1/4 of one of our large spaces to be shared with a maximum of 3 other drummers. Only drummers need apply For more information call our office at 312-997-1972.
EFFECTS PEDALS COMING SOON!!! (5/31/10)
Coming in June, the Music Garage will soon be stocking a full range of super pimp effects pedals! From manufacturers such as BOSS, Pigtronix, Artec, WMD, and more, the Music Garage is proud to present the latest phase in our never-ending quest to offer you everything you could ever want in a rehearsal space! Stop by the office for more information.
CROSSFADER KING – MAY 26TH
On May 26th Music Garage resident E-Six uploaded a DJ set from his room and posted it to ustream.tv, check it out here. Don’t miss one of Chicago’s hottest DJ’s doin’ his thing at the Music Garage! What can you do at the Music Garage?
DARKROOM SHOWCASE – SUNDAY, MAY 30TH @ 6PM
Music Garage and CPE Studios present our monthly Darkroom Showcase. The Darkroom is located at 2210 West Chicago Avenue in Ukranian Village. Indiana Bandana will be performing along with the Groundkeepers and Slingerland Ride. DON’T MISS OUUUT!
OPEN JAM SESSION – SUNDAY, MAY 23RD @ 2PM
Our monthly open jam is back and better than ever! Hosted by local strongman Jauqo III-X these jams have been getting better and better thanks to your support and participation. Come soak up the vibes or bring your ax and wail away, all are welcome!
GOSPEL JAM SESSION – FRIDAY, MAY 21st @ 9PM
Join us on Friday May 21st in our 5th floor showcase room as J. Shep hosts our monthly Gospel Jam Session featuring some of the cities finest gospel players. All are welcome to participate or just enjoy the fantastic music. For more information call our office at 312-997-1972.
ROY VOGT MASTER CLASS – SATURDAY, MAY 8TH @ 2PM
The Music Garage is proud to welcome world renowned bassist and educator Roy Vogt. The clinic is free and open to anyone interested in heightening their skill and knowledge of the bass. Roy Vogt has made a career out of his very unique and memorable style of teaching. He demonstrates his legendary skills to the class in a clear and concise manner while also encouraging everyone to grab their bass and join in. If you are looking for a hands-on experience be sure to take advantage of this rare opportunity to learn from a master bass player. For more info on Roy you can check out his website at www.royvogt.com. For more information on these or any of our events past or future, or to tour our facility, give us a call at 312-997-1972.
