WHO WE ARE
Conveniently located just five minutes from downtown Chicago, the Music Building Chicago (formerly Music Garage) has hosted Chicago’s best rehearsals since 2005. Featuring over 100 Monthly Studios and Production Suites, 9 Hourly Rehearsal Studios with full back-lines, and a Showcase Room that has hosted the biggest names in the business, the Music Building Chicago (formerly Music Garage) is Chicago’s go-to location for the serious musician.
We are much, much more than just a collection of studios. Featuring one of the most diverse musical communities in the country, the Music Building Chicago (formerly Music Garage) provides a safe, secure creative environment enabling your art to flourish.
Since the Music Building Chicago (formerly Music Garage) hosts some of the best producers and engineers in the country we do not directly offer recording and production services. Check some of them out at our Recording and Other Services Page.
OUR PROMISE
Experience
The Music Building Chicago (formerly Music Garage) provides the environment where your art and business can thrive. Our staff of working musicians and over 120+ years of experience ensures whatever your needs may be, we’ll be able to handle it.
CONVENIENCE
Whether driving or taking mass transit, the Garage is easy to get to. We are minutes from the Ike & Kennedy, and Green & Pink lines, as well as the Ashland and Grand Street busses. There is free parking, both in our lot, as well as the neighborhood.
RESOURCES
The Music Building Chicago (formerly Music Garage) has everything you need – new gear, rental equipment, clinics, and information – together all under one roof.
People
Our staff are all working professionals who are at the top of their game. If you’ve got a problem, we can help you solve it.
Networking
The Music Building Chicago (formerly Music Garage) is the ideal place to meet and work with top artists, producers, and touring professionals in the industry.
features we offer
- Monthly and hourly rooms
- Online booking
- Open 7/24/365
- A world class pro space
- 16” sound treated walls
- Convenient West Loop location close to the Kennedy and the Ike
- Close to Green/Pink & Blue lines, and Ashland and Grand buses
- 42 security cameras
- Easy load-in with 2 ramps and rolling carts
- 2 full-service freight elevators
- +28 outlets on 8 circuits of clean 120v/100 amp power. No RF interference, no power surges.
- Internet in every room
- Central heating and air conditioning
- Full time professional maintenance and management staff
- Vending machines
- Parking lot and non-permit street parking
- Community of dedicated musicians