Article: They're in Naperville, they're hot, and they're serving up rock, pop and Sinatra to crowds of all ages

KATE SZROM / STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Vocalist Nicole Kestler, right, sings a duet with pianist Professor John at Hugo's Frog Bar on Main Street.|KATE SZROM / STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Singer Jen Zias, left, and pianist Dennis Anderson, right, perform at Jilly's on Main Street.|KATE SZROM / STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Jilly's Piano Bar on Main Street in Naperville on its opening night.

There are a few things we need to clear up about piano bars. One: Not everyone who hangs out at these joints are over 55 and swig manhattans. Two: Chicago is not the only place to find a good pianist. Three: Piano bars can be as raucous as a neighborhood bar - just with dressier attire.

"We don't play classical at our bar. We'll ...

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