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  • beginning cello south shore

    FREE Merit South Shore Concert

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    Merit School of Music - South Shore 7000 S Jeffery Blvd, Chicago, United States
    Concerts & Special Events

    Celebrate music, creativity, and community at Merit School of Music’s South Shore branch! Join us for a free, family‑friendly concert featuring our violin and cello students as they showcase everything […]

  • Student Services Office Summer Hours 2026

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    From June 15 to August 10, 2026, summer open office hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 – 5:00 pm. Wednesdays are by appointment only. You can reach Student Services […]

  • The facade of the Joy Faith Knapp Music Center

    Building Closed – Juneteenth

    Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United States
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    The Joy Faith Knapp Music Center will be closed on Friday, June 19 in celebration of Juneteenth. We will reopen on Saturday, June 20.

  • Student Services Resumes Regular Office Hours 2026

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    Our Student Services office will resume standard hours, Tuesday–Thursday, 3:30–6:30pm. Wednesdays are by appointment only. You can reach Student Services at studentservices@meritmusic.org.