I. Introduction
A. Background information on the origin of house music
B. Significance of Chicago in the development of house music
C. Purpose of the paper
II. Early History of House Music in Chicago
A. Origins of house music in the 1980s
B. Influential early DJs and clubs
C. Key features of early house music
III. The Evolution of House Music in the 1990s
A. Rise of house music as a mainstream genre
B. New subgenres of house music
C. Emergence of new influential DJs and clubs
IV. The Early 2000s: A Time of Change in Chicago House Music
A. Technological advancements and their impact on house music
B. The shift to minimal and tech house styles
C. The impact of 9/11 on the music industry
V. The Chicago House Music Scene in the Mid-2000s
A. New venues and festivals
B. The role of record labels in promoting house music
C. The influence of Chicago house music on other cities and genres
VI. House Music in Chicago Today
A. Contemporary house music styles and trends
B. Current influential DJs and clubs
C. The future of Chicago house music
VII. Conclusion
A. Summary of the key points of the paper
B. Reflections on the significance of Chicago house music
C. Areas for future research
