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Bringing accessible, high-quality music education to Chicagoland communities.
The highest level of achievement for Merit students in tuition-free, audition-based programs.
Who we are and what we believe in.
How Merit makes a difference.
Merit’s supporters remove barriers to music education, ensuring access for Chicago’s youth.
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