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  • A closeup of a child's hands on a piano

    Piano Camp (Session 2)

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    Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United States
    Summer Camps

    Join other young piano players from across Chicagoland for a week-long intensive led by Merit’s renowned faculty. Come prepared to work hard, meet new friends, and sharpen your skills! The […]

  • A student looks at a music stand while playing flute.

    Woodwind Camps

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    Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United States
    Summer Camps

    Join other young woodwind players from across Chicagoland for a week-long intensive led by Merit’s renowned faculty. It will be a fun and exciting week filled with large group rehearsals, […]

  • A young student plays various percussion instruments.

    Music Discovery Camp (Session 1)

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    Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United States
    Summer Camps

    Embark on an exciting journey of musical exploration with our summer camp designed for children aged 6-8. At Music Discovery Camp, we aim to spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and instill […]

  • A student playing violin in an orchestra.

    Camp Merit

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    Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United States
    Summer Camps

    Make friends, memories, and beautiful music at Camp Merit! Camp Merit brings all of Merit’s large ensembles together—band, choir and orchestra—for 2 fun-filled weeks. Each student will select a track […]

  • A young student plays various percussion instruments.

    Music Discovery Camp (Session 2)

    Featured
    Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United States
    Summer Camps

    Embark on an exciting journey of musical exploration with our summer camp designed for children aged 6-8. At Music Discovery Camp, we aim to spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and instill […]