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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 …

17 Famous People Who are Classically Trained Read More »

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 »