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Chicago Musical Pathways Initiative
Merit is leading the charge for traditionally underrepresented youth to gain representation in classical music.
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Merit x Chicago Athletic Association
Join us on Giving Tuesday for a panel discussion featuring a diverse group of Merit's top musicians.
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Early Childhood Registration is now open!
Sign up TODAY for fun and engaging music classes designed for newborns, toddlers, and kids up to age 7.
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Merit x Cambridge Audio
Our friends at Cambridge Audio are supporting music education by donating a percentage of proceeds from their SE1 in-ear headphones to Merit programs.
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Conservatory Winter Concerts (Band)
Date: Friday, December 14th, 2018
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Merit School of Music, Joy Faith Knapp Music Center
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Conservatory Winter Concerts (Jazz, Vocal & Instrumental Ensembles, Orchestras)
Date: Saturday, December 15th, 2018
Time: 9:00 am
Location: Merit School of Music, Joy Faith Knapp Music Center
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Early Childhood Makeup Week
Date: Monday, December 17th, 2018
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