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  • Violinists in formal attire play while standing on a staircase.

    Gala 2026

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    Four Seasons Hotel 120 East Delaware Place, Chicago
    Concerts & Special Events

    We hope you join us at Gala 2026 as we gather together as a Merit community, experience amazing student performances, and honor our special guests, Caroline and Charlie Huebner. Save […]

  • A large group of children playing cello in a gym.

    Stringtacular

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    Benito Juarez Community Academy 1450 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL, United States
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    Stringtacular is a vibrant collaboration of young string players representing Merit’s music programs at: Orozco Elementary School Brighton Park’s Gunsaulus Scholastic Academy Merit’s Suzuki-Alegre Strings program Experience the joy and energy […]