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18 Years
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Award-Winning Music Lessons in Chicago | Bella Angel Music
Bella Angel Music has been dedicated to music education since 2008, offering personalized instruction in piano, voice, songwriting, and music theory for students aged 5 to 99. Our owner, Ellen Bartolozzi, brings over 25 years of teaching experience and holds certifications from the Music Teachers National Association and National Association Teachers of Singing. We provide both in-person and virtual lessons tailored to individual goals, emphasizing skill development, performance coaching, and a passion for music. With a focus on the Chicago suburbs, we serve Buffalo Grove, Wheeling, Long Grove, Arlington Heights, Northbrook, and surrounding areas.Our flexible pricing plans accommodate diverse budgets, ensuring accessible, high-quality education. Recognized by Wedding Wire with multiple awards, we pride ourselves on fostering student growth and confidence through customized lesson plans. Reviews highlight our ability to make learning enjoyable while achieving measurable progress, as evidenced by testimonials from satisfied families across the region.
Services
Piano Lessons
Voice Lessons
Songwriting Coaching
Music Theory
Performance Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of teaching experience with students aged 5 to 99
- Certified instructors with affiliations in leading music associations
- Customized lesson plans for individual musical goals and learning styles
- Flexible pricing plans to accommodate diverse budgets
- Virtual and in-person options serving Chicago and surrounding suburbs
Associations and certifications
- Music Teachers National Association
- National Association Teachers of Singing
- N.C.T.M.
What people say
Highly recommend it
Fantastic experience
Enthusiastic about practicing
Glad we found
Growth in skill and confidence
Services
Piano Lessons
Comprehensive piano instruction for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced students. Our curriculum includes technique development, music reading, and performance preparation. Lessons emphasize personalized goals, whether recreational playing, exam preparation, or competitive performance. With both in-person and virtual options, students gain confidence through structured progressions tailored to individual learning styles and musical interests.
Voice Lessons
Vocal training covering breath control, pitch accuracy, and stylistic interpretation across genres. Students receive technical guidance to expand vocal range while maintaining healthy technique. Sessions focus on repertoire selection, audition preparation, and performance confidence. Both classical and contemporary approaches are available, with customized plans for children, teens, and adults seeking personal growth or professional development.
Music Theory
Foundational and advanced music theory instruction covering notation, harmony, and composition principles. Students learn to analyze musical structures, compose original works, and improve sight-reading abilities. The curriculum integrates practical application through composition projects and analysis of classical and modern pieces. Designed for all ages, these lessons enhance overall musicianship and support success in performance and academic settings.
Performance Coaching
Specialized coaching for recitals, competitions, and auditions. Instruction includes stage presence, program selection, and anxiety management techniques. Students refine interpretive skills and develop polished performances through mock rehearsals and feedback sessions. This service prepares musicians to deliver confident, professional-quality presentations while maintaining artistic authenticity and technical precision.
Songwriting
Creative songwriting guidance covering lyric development, melody creation, and harmonic progressions. Students explore genre-specific techniques while refining their unique artistic voice. Instruction includes digital recording basics and arrangement strategies for solo or collaborative projects. Designed for aspiring composers of all ages, these lessons provide tools to transform musical ideas into complete, professionally structured compositions.
People
Ellen Bartolozzi
Owner & Lead Instructor
Degreed and licensed music educator with over 25 years of teaching experience. Specializes in piano and voice instruction for ages 5-99. Holds certifications from Music Teachers National Association and National Association Teachers of Singing. Recipient of multiple Wedding Wire awards for excellence in music education.
Questions
What types of music lessons do you offer?
We offer piano, voice, songwriting, music theory, and performance coaching lessons for all ages and skill levels.
How experienced are your instructors?
Our owner has 25+ years of teaching experience and holds certifications from leading music associations.
Do you serve areas outside Chicago?
Yes, we serve Buffalo Grove, Wheeling, Long Grove, Arlington Heights, Northbrook, and surrounding suburbs.
Are virtual lessons available?
Yes, we offer both in-person and virtual lessons with the same high-quality instruction.
What pricing options exist?
We provide multiple pricing plans to accommodate different budgets while maintaining educational quality.
What makes your school unique?
Our personalized approach combines certified instruction with flexible scheduling and proven student success.
