Concerts & Special Events
FREE Instrument Exploration! Workshop
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesHave a music-loving child who isn’t quite sure which instrument to choose? The best way to pick is by trying them all! This fun introductory class is designed to give young music lovers the chance to explore various instruments—piano, violin, and more! Learn More & Register! →
Around the World in 88 Keys
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us for Around the World in 88 Keys, a special concert featuring students from the piano department performing repertoire by composers from all around the world!
FREE Instrument Exploration! Workshop
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesHave a music-loving child who isn’t quite sure which instrument to choose? The best way to pick is by trying them all! This fun introductory class is designed to give young music lovers the chance to explore various instruments—piano, violin, and more! Learn More & Register! →
Diwali Musical Storytime
Mary Bartelme Park 115 S Sangamon St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us for a musical storytime with Ms. Annaeka and Mr. Tim at 4:15pm! This event is part of the Mary Bartelme Park Council's Diwali Celebration. Stop by the park from 4-7pm for free activities, performances, and community celebration—hope to see you there!
Dancevision 2023: Creative Crossroads
Ballet Chicago 17 N State Street, Chicago, United StatesIn collaboration with Ballet Chicago, professional-track young musicians and dancers will unite to explore the intersections of culture and experience. This year’s DanceVision program will feature four new works, one by Ballet Chicago Studio Company and Faculty member Emma Wittig, one by former BCSC member Brianna Moose, one by faculty member and Studio Company member […]
Trick or Tunes FREE Sensory & Family-Friendly Concert
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us at Merit for this FREE concert: Hear familiar favorites from Merit's Wind Symphony Children and adults of all ages and abilities welcome ✨ Experience a sensory friendly style concert where the audience is encouraged to move around, make noise, take breaks, clap along, and more 👏 Celebrate neurodiversity at a performance that is […]
Dancevision 2023: Creative Crossroads
Ballet Chicago 17 N State Street, Chicago, United StatesIn collaboration with Ballet Chicago, professional-track young musicians and dancers will unite to explore the intersections of culture and experience. This year’s DanceVision program will feature four new works, one by Ballet Chicago Studio Company and Faculty member Emma Wittig, one by former BCSC member Brianna Moose, one by faculty member and Studio Company member […]
Trick or Tunes FREE Sensory & Family-Friendly Concert
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us at Merit for this FREE concert: Hear familiar favorites from Merit's Wind Symphony Children and adults of all ages and abilities welcome ✨ Experience a sensory friendly style concert where the audience is encouraged to move around, make noise, take breaks, clap along, and more 👏 Celebrate neurodiversity at a performance that is […]
Play On 2023
City Winery 1200 W. Randolph Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin Merit School of Music for a special concert benefiting equal access to music education at City Winery! We are thrilled to announce that The JuJu Exchange will headline our 5th Annual Play On, with additional performances by King Melik and Merit’s very own Honors Jazz Combo. Enjoy the gorgeous music, bid on exciting raffle prizes, and support high-quality […]
FREE Instrument Exploration! Workshop
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesHave a music-loving child who isn’t quite sure which instrument to choose? The best way to pick is by trying them all! This fun introductory class is designed to give young music lovers the chance to explore various instruments—piano, violin, and more! Learn More & Register! →
FREE Instrument Exploration! Workshop
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesHave a music-loving child who isn’t quite sure which instrument to choose? The best way to pick is by trying them all! This fun introductory class is designed to give young music lovers the chance to explore various instruments—piano, violin, and more! Learn More & Register! →