Merit Blog
Ready, Set, Perform: 5 Ways to Prepare for Your Recital or Concert
’Tis the season for performing! Whether it’s your child’s first recital or you’re a seasoned pro, the journey to the stage can be both thrilling and nerve-wracking. Go into concert
Anthony McGill Returns to Merit to Inspire the Next Generation of Musicians
Long before serving as the principal clarinet of the New York Philharmonic, performing at presidential inaugurations, and being named Instrumentalist of the Year by Musical America, Anthony McGill’s musical journey began at Merit School of
How to Support Your Child’s Musical Journey: 5 Actionable Tips for Making the Most of Music Classes or Lessons
Congrats! Your child is officially signed up for music classes or lessons and about to begin their musical journey. Now what? First things first: Pat yourself on the back! You’re
From Merit to the Main Stage: An Interview with Play On Headliner Alum Alexis Lombre
We recently chatted with Alexis Lombre, our headliner for the sixth annual Play On benefit concert, to talk about how her time at Merit School of Music laid the groundwork
Expanding Musical Horizons: A Letter from the Dean
Dear music lovers, Welcome to Merit School of Music’s 2024-25 Academic Year! The hallways of the Joy Faith Knapp Music Center are once again positively charged with the sounds of
Meet Our New Faculty
The beginning of the school year always brings introductions to new classmates and unexplored adventures. This year, we’re excited to welcome several new teaching artists to our faculty to share
