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4 Standout Moments from Spring Concerts 2025
After 26 Saturdays of rehearsals, classes, and creative growth, the students of the Alice S. Pfaelzer Conservatory took the stage for their annual Spring Concerts—and they did not disappoint! Across
From Conservatory to the Concert Hall: Alum Josh Mhoon’s Musical Odyssey
From a precocious third-grader tickling the ivories at Merit to preparing for graduation from The Juilliard School, Joshua Mhoon’s (’21) journey as a pianist has been nothing short of extraordinary.
The Top 5 Benefits of Learning a Second Instrument
Some things are simply better in twos—like peanut butter and jelly, mac and cheese, or a perfectly paired set of socks. The same holds true for musical instruments! Adding a
6 Ways to Fine-Tune Your Practice Habits
As the calendar turns to the new year, many of us take a moment to reflect on the past and set our sights on what’s next. This time of year
Paying Tribute to Howard Gottlieb at Merit’s Conservatory Winter Concerts
Beautiful music poured from the Anne and Howard Gottlieb Hall as the Alice S. Pfaelzer Conservatory held its annual Winter Concerts last weekend. With over nine hours of concerts performed
Meet Kamila Hines Muhammad (’12): Former Faculty, Arts Advocate, and Chair of Merit’s Associate Board
We had the chance to sit down with Kamila Hines Muhammad, Merit Class of 2012, former faculty member, and newly appointed Chair of Merit’s Associate Board. She talks about how
