The String Project

The String Project An orchestral instrument shop serving beginners through professionals! The String Project is a small business in the Northwest Chicago suburbs.

Founded in 1988 by Karen Summerville, a performer and teacher of violin and viola , the business is known and trusted by musicians throughout the area! The shop specializes in violin, viola, cello, bass, and bow sales and repairs in addition to music and accessories. They also offer rental violin, violas, cellos, and basses. Timothy Summerville, a violin maker, is on staff to make instruments and repairs!

Here at the String Project were are very saddened to hear of the passing of longtime friend Libby Louiseau. She touched ...
05/10/2021

Here at the String Project were are very saddened to hear of the passing of longtime friend Libby Louiseau. She touched so many lives through her teaching and playing.

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Holiday hours!
12/24/2020

Holiday hours!

Happy holidays! We hope you are staying healthy and well. If you need a last minute gift for a music lover in your life,...
12/16/2020

Happy holidays! We hope you are staying healthy and well. If you need a last minute gift for a music lover in your life, we have a variety of Christmas music for violin, viola, and cello! Pop on in to check them out (appointments preferred at this point in time--call us at 847-934-7500).

It’s that time of year. Time to starting thinking about your home’s humidity! As we turn on our heaters, the air often s...
10/22/2020

It’s that time of year. Time to starting thinking about your home’s humidity! As we turn on our heaters, the air often starts to get dry. Be sure to use a humidifier, specifically an in case or in instrument humidifier. Just be sure to strive for the optimum humidity range of 40-60%. A full room humidifier is not able to reach this optimum range. Also be sure to keep your instrument away from vents and exterior walls as much as possible.

If the humidity in your home is out of whack, it can cause a variety of problems including:

· Open seams
· Cracks in the body of your instrument
· Loosening or sticking of the pegs
· Distortion of the bow
· Swelling or shrinking of the bridge
· Soundpost shifting
· Corrosion of strings

We have a variety of in case humidifiers available in our shop. If you need one, or need a recommendation, we are happy to help.

09/26/2020

Need to brighten up your day? Enjoy this cute kitten video we found online!

Here are some good resources for people both teaching or learning during this unique time:
08/28/2020

Here are some good resources for people both teaching or learning during this unique time:

Planning Guides and Webinar Recording! Resuming Instruction During COVID-19: Classroom and Studio – Use these guides to plan for the new school year. They offer easy-to-follow suggestions for a variety of scenarios. Did you miss the August 12 webinar? The recording can be found here. NEW! Health.....

Here’s an audition for you!
06/20/2020

Here’s an audition for you!

South Loop's premiere community orchestra

It’s that time that people are starting to think about next school year. Prospective orchestra students may get this fly...
05/21/2020

It’s that time that people are starting to think about next school year. Prospective orchestra students may get this flyer through their school. Here is the rental information for new rentals come this school year. Please note that we are still appointment only for the time being.
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Palatine, IL
60074

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+18479347500

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