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2026-27 Alice S. Pfaelzer Conservatory

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  • 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.

  • The facade of the Joy Faith Knapp Music Center

    Building Closed – 4th of July

    Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United States
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    We will be closed on Friday, July 3 through Saturday, July 4 in honor of Independence Day. We will reopen with regular summer hours on Sunday, July 5. Happy Fourth […]

  • 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.