In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the CDC’s current recommendations, Merit School of Music has closed the Joy Faith Knapp Music Center and suspended all in-person activities. Virtual options are now available for summer camps, private lessons, Early Childhood classes, and small group classes. We thank you for your understanding and continued support during this unprecedented situation.
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Ensemble Director: Stradivarius Strings; Faculty: Cello, Early Childhood
Education:
DePaul University, Bachelor of Arts (Music Education)
Bio:
Janet Janz is the Ensemble Director (Stradivarius Strings) and Cello and Early Childhood instructor at Merit School of Music. In addition to teaching at Merit, Jan is the owner/director of the Suzuki Music School of Lincoln Park. She is lucky to teach in many areas – cello, string orchestra, early childhood, and general music. Jan also plays cello with the Lakeview Orchestra.
FAVORITE MUSICIAN:
Yo-Yo Ma – he is a wonderful musician and incredible human being!
