Merit School of Music and Bryn Mawr Community Church are excited to partner in bringing Merit’s high-quality music classes to Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood.
Taking place at Bryn Mawr Community Church, these fun and educational music classes are taught by Merit’s experienced and passionate music teachers—some of the best in Chicago.
Turn up the music with high-quality music programming taught by top music educators. Small class sizes allow students to benefit from peer interaction while still receiving individual support.
June 11 – July 30 @ 5pm
Ages 6-9
This Beginning Traditional Strings class focuses on the foundations of proper string technique, note reading, basic musical concepts, and performance skills.
June 11 – July 30 @ 6pm
Ages 7-14
Take your young strings player’s technical and musical skills to the next level! This class builds on beginning violin programming, adding new technical and musical skills with each piece of repertoire.
June 11 – July 30 @ 6pm
Ages 7-10
In this class, your child will study traditional West African dance styles and instruments like the Djembe. Students will learn introductory musical concepts as well as a variety of Nigerian dances.
As a valued partner of Merit School of Music and a strong proponent for empowering youth, Bryn Mawr Community Church serves as a South Shore hub for Merit’s music programming.
Since its founding in 1914, Bryn Mawr Community Church has been a cornerstone of the South Shore community in Chicago, evolving to meet the changing needs of its congregation and neighborhood. The church focuses on serving a diverse congregation and fostering a sense of unity and family.
Bryn Mawr Community Church is located in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood on the southwest corner of Jeffrey Blvd and E 70th St.
Music classes take place in the parish hall. Enter on Jeffery Blvd, using the entrance to the south of the church.
A few common routes to Bryn Mawr Community Church include Lakeshore Dr, I-90, S South Shore Dr, or S Stony Island Ave.
There is a free parking lot on Jeffery Blvd, directly across the street from the church.
Need help or have a question? Contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org or 312-786-9428. We’re here for you!
Start your musical journey on a high note with Merit School of Music.
Joy Faith Knapp Music Center
38 S Peoria St, Chicago, IL 60607
312-786-9428
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