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 …
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; …
June brings with it rainbows galore and an upbeat, familiar soundtrack. But beyond “I’m Coming Out” and “Born This Way,” a wide array of queer experiences and voices can be …
The Sound of Pride: Celebrating LGBTQ+ Composers & Musicians Read More »
Fingers were flying across the keyboard and proud parents were beaming in the audience as several accomplished students enjoyed the opportunity to perform as part of the Emerging Artists Chicago …
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