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There are so many benefits to learning a musical instrument. It’s easy to see why you might be interested in signing up your child for music classes or lessons—an investment …

The 10 Best Musical Instruments for Beginners Read More »

Dear fellow music-lovers, We are thrilled to welcome you to Merit School of Music’s 2023-2024 Academic Year! Soon the halls of the Joy Faith Knapp Music Center and our community …

Starting the Year with a Bang: A Letter from the Dean Read More »

Who knew 10- and 11-year-olds could be composers? After two fun-filled months, summer camp season at Merit School of Music recently culminated in Camp Merit, a two-week intensive bringing together …

Tuning into Creativity: Students Make Music in Camp Merit Songwriting Class Read More »

While the light, delicate sound of the flute is frequently associated with birdsong, it’s instead the hippo who serves as the unlikely mascot of our longstanding flute ensemble! At Merit …

Purple Hippopotami Flute Trio Prepares for Competition Season Read More »

When it comes to getting your baby, kid, or teen started making music, there’s no shortage of options. From Early Childhood music classes to private lessons, group classes, and ensembles—it …

Group Music Classes vs. Private Music Lessons vs. Music Ensembles: Which Option Is Best for My Child?  Read More »

If you ask the Trombone Camp students about their favorite part of the week, you’ll hear a wide range of answers. “Hearing myself grow over the week,” one student says; …

A Week at Trombone Camp Read More »