Speaker setup for Apple TV

I am interested in purchasing Apple TV to be able to play itunes and other music apps (spotify, iheart radio, pandora) thru my ipad to the TV speakers when my MacBook is turned off. Is this possible? The other capability I am looking for is multiple wireless speakers- one in the living room where the TV is, and one in the back bedroom. Is this possible and what kind of speakers would I need? TV surround sound speakers? Airplay speakers? I am not interested in Sonos due to the price tag.

Also, I have an Airport Extreme attached. I also have an Airport Express that I'm not currently using.

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