Unleash Their Potential
Start your child’s musical journey on a high note with a top Chicago music school.
Excellence Starts Here
For more than 45 years, Merit School of Music has offered kids and teens the highest-quality music instruction from experienced, passionate teachers.
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Our Music Programs
Explore music classes and private lessons for music lovers of every age and skill level. Absolute beginners welcome!
Merit By the Numbers
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Why Choose Merit?
Wondering if Merit is the right music school for you or your child? Here’s why students of all ages and experience levels choose us.
Our 45+ Year Reputation for Excellence
As a nationally accredited Chicago music school with over 45 years of helping students reach their full musical potential, you can be confident you’re in good hands.
The Best Music Teachers in Chicago
Merit’s passionate and highly experienced music teachers are some of the best in Chicago. Parents and students alike say their teachers are what they value most about their Merit education.
A Diverse & Welcoming Community
Music lovers come to Merit from every Chicago neighborhood (139 zip codes to be exact!) and background to learn together, dream together, teach each other, and broaden their horizons.
As a non-profit music school, we’re dedicated to making high-quality instruction accessible to all.
We offer financial aid, payment plans, and low-cost instrument rentals.
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