Summer Camps

During this 1-week camp, pianists will develop their skills in music theory, ear training, transposition, solo performance, and participate in masterclasses with Merit's esteemed piano faculty.

This camp is best for intermediate to advanced pianists (including Conservatory pianists!) with a minimum of 3 full years of instruction with a piano teacher and is available to students by teacher recommendation or a placement audition. If you don’t have a teacher recommendation, please contact Program Manager, Sarah Forbes (sforbes@meritmusic.org) to schedule your audition […]

Join other young brass 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, challenging music, practice tips, and chamber music. Camps offered: French Horn Trombone Trumpet Tuba & Euphonium

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, challenging music, practice tips, and chamber music. Camps offered: Clarinet Flute Saxophone

Calling all guitarists! Merit’s Guitar Workshop gives young guitarists the chance to hone their skills and explore musical styles (from classical and jazz works, to pop and classic rock tunes) in a fun and supportive environment. Students will have the opportunity to meet other young guitarists from across Chicagoland, while working with special guest artists. […]