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Fall Classes

Group classes and private lessons begin October 1!

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Introducing Ukelele for Adults!

10-week sessions begin this fall.

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Early Childhood Music

Classes for newborns, toddlers, and school-age children.

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Merit x Cambridge Audio

Cambridge Audio is Merit's newest partner in music! Learn how you can support us by supporting them.

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Upcoming Events At Merit

Fall Registration Begins (Open)

Date: Monday, August 20th, 2018

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Seating Auditions: String Orchestra, Merit Philharmonic

Date: Saturday, August 25th, 2018

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Labor Day (Building Closed)

Date: Monday, September 3rd, 2018

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"My dream is to be a professional violist, and Merit is helping me to reach this goal with quality training and excellent performance opportunities."

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