Hi, friends! I’m Kristin Hedlund, a violin teacher in Merit School of Music’s in-school music program, Merit Music in Communities, and at Merit’s home in the West Loop. March is Music In Our …
A Week in the Life of a Merit Music in Communities Teacher: Kristin Hedlund Read More »
It was a morning filled with music, dancing, laughter, and cheer at Merit School of Music’s Sensory Friendly Concert earlier this month. Over 250 families with children of all ages …
Hundreds of Families Turn Out for Merit’s Sensory Friendly Concert Read More »
At Merit School of Music, inclusion, diversity, and belonging are integral to our mission. Our focus on and commitment to this work doesn’t just happen during Black History Month—it’s a …
Black History Month Reflection: Fostering Inclusion & Belonging in the Music Room Read More »
(SURPRISE! THEY AREN’T ALL MUSICIANS) Classical music is powerful. It’s the most effective genre for teaching the fundamentals of music and building strong technique. Studying classical music teaches you the basics …
At Merit School of Music, we believe that studying music should be readily available to every child, because music changes lives! But, for many parents across Chicagoland, the barriers to enrolling …
Partnership With Klepak Foundation Makes Amazing Work Possible! Read More »
Merit School of Music is proud to welcome 10 new faculty members. From group classes and ensembles to Merit Music in Communities—we are thrilled to have kicked off the school …
Merit School of Music teams up with Chicago Parent on “The Uplifting Power of Music for Kids” Find out how making music impacts your child’s success in school and …
Merit School of Music is proud to welcome seven new staff members. From development specialists, to program experts, & more—we are thrilled to kick off a new year with some …
Merit School of Music is a proud partner of The Foundation for Hearing and Speech Rehabilitation’s (FHSR) Music to My Ears program. Launched in 2019, the Music to My Ears …
Merit School of Music’s The Purple Hippopotami Quartet appeared on From the Top’s “Blanket Fort Show” airing the week of April 27, 2020. The Purple Hippopotami Quartet consists of flutists: Natalia …
Merit School of Music’s Purple Hippopotami Quartet Featured on NPR’s From the Top Read More »
As the city celebrates its Year of Chicago Music, it just might be the perfect time to fuel an interest in music in your own house. These days, families don’t …
Meet Merit Alum Siblings Emily Alvelo & Samuel Alvelo Year(s) Attended Merit: EMILY: 1991 to 2001 SAMUEL: 1991 to 1996 Program(s): EMILY: Private Lessons Program and Alice S. Pfaelzer …
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