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Proviso Math and Science Academy Band Supports the Community at Winter Concert
Merit Music in Communities (MMiC) ensures that high-quality music education is accessible in schools and community centers across Chicagoland. And our MMiC program at Proviso Math and Science Academy (PMSA)
A Snapshot of Moments from Conservatory Winter Concerts 2025
From the first downbeat to the final ringing cadence, this year’s Conservatory Winter Concert weekend was a joyful celebration of hard work, growth, and musical community. Over two jam-packed days,
Merit Philharmonic Students Play Side by Side with Music of the Baroque
At Merit School of Music, we know that working closely with professional musicians and guest artists can be transformative, opening doors to new ways of thinking about music and inspiring
Merit Grows a Family’s Musical Passion Across Generations
Flashback: Circa 1990 As a young mother, Cynthia Givens was a champion of her children’s interests and knew exactly what to do when her daughter, Sahara, was eager to learn
Merit Students and Ballet Chicago: A Dynamic Collaboration
Young musicians generally develop their talents and hone their skills individually or in ensembles, preparing for performances in auditoriums and concert halls designed for hearing music. But what happens when
How 10-Week Beginner Classes Support New Musicians
Sometimes a lifelong passion starts quietly: a child strums a chord for the first time, draws a bow across a string, or plays their first scale on the piano. In
