Once upon a time, in the melody-filled land of Illinois, there was a tribe of extraordinary children known as the Tune Titans. These weren't your average Illinoisian youngsters. Oh no, they had an extraordinary superpower - they could create enchanting music using various instruments, turning the state’s cornfields into concert halls and city streets into symphony arenas. The leader of the Tune Titans was a cool and imaginative character named Fiddlestick Fitz. With his wild hair, twinkling eyes, and a guitar that glittered in the sun, he was as funny as he was talented. He would often mix up the names of the instruments just for laughs, referring to his beloved guitar as the "stringy thingy" and calling the piano a "tinkle-ivory". And just when you thought it couldn't get any funnier, he'd don a pair of sunglasses and start strumming his guitar with a corn cob. In Illinois, from the bustling cityscape of Chicago to the serene riverside of the Mississippi, Fiddlestick Fitz and the Tune Titans staged impromptu performances, spreading joy and laughter through their musical jests. They tickled the ivories in Peoria, strummed banjos in Bloomington, and blew trumpets in Springfield, inspiring every child in the state to join their melodious escapades. The children of Illinois would often be seen lugging around instrument cases bigger than themselves, their eyes twinkling with the excitement of the next Tune Titans performance. Whether in the Windy City's towering skyscrapers or down in the flat prairielands, the air in Illinois was always filled with the sound of music and the resounding laughter of the Tune Titans.
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Chi-Slam Table Tennis Club (Age 6–Adult) is Chicago’s premier table tennis destination, welcoming players of all ages and skill levels—from beginners just getting started to advanced competitors. Founded in 2003 and located at 2412 W. North Ave, Chi-Slam offers everything a table tennis enthusiast could want: one-on-one and youth lessons, open play sessions, league play, table rentals, and even pro shop selections like Butterfly equipment. Lessons are tailored by Coach Ardy, who brings over 20 years of experience and a passion for teaching that not only builds skill but also fosters confidence, coordination, and competitive spirit. Whether you’re looking for a fun after-school activity or serious training for tournaments, Chi-Slam delivers a community-oriented, energetic environment that makes every swing count.
At the Glencoe Academy of Music, we are proud to provide private music instruction to kids, teens, and adults of all skill levels. Our faculty are patient, experienced educators who are also professional musicians graduated from acclaimed music institutes such as The Juilliard School, The Peabody Conservatory, Eastman School of Music, and The Manhattan School of Music, Jacobs School of Music, and The University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music to name a few. Our instructors offer lessons in-person, online, and hybrid, and are located at 336 Park Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022. We value the safety and health of our Glencoe Academy of Music community and, with that in mind, require all persons who are feeling sick or have had contact with someone carrying Covid 19 to NOT enter the premises. Masks are no longer required for all persons until official guidelines change. To ensure safety, medical grade air purifiers are located in each room. At the Glencoe Academy of Music, our instructors welcome kids, teens and adults of any skill level and will get you playing, whatever your style or interest. With our experienced and patient educators, we guarantee you an excellent music education experience.