Building Closed – Memorial Day
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesThe Joy Faith Knapp Music Center will be closed on Monday, May 26 in honor of Memorial Day. We will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, May 27.
Conservatory Audition Results Sent
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesStudent Concert @ Merit – South Shore
Bryn Mawr Community Church 7000 S Jeffery Blvd, Chicago, United StatesCome see our Merit South Shore students in action at a celebratory end-of-year concert at Bryn Mawr Community Church! This free, public event is a great opportunity to experience the joy of music firsthand and learn more about our upcoming summer programs.
Merit @ 61st Street Farmers Market
61st Street Market 6100 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago, ILMeet us at the 61st Street Farmers Market (6100 S Blackstone Ave)! Stop by our booth to explore an instrument petting zoo, meet our team, and enjoy live performances: 🎺 Instrument Petting Zoo: 10:00am - 1:00pm 📖 Musical Storytime @ 11:00am 🎻 Student Performance @ 12:00pm
Musical Storytimes at Lincoln Park Library
Lincoln Park Library 1150 W. Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us for a special musical storytime at Lincoln Park Library on Wednesday, June 11! 📖 🎶 TWO sessions! Sing, dance, & play along at these special musical storytimes for babies and toddlers. Registration is required! 10:30 am Session: For kids 0 to 18 months and their caregivers. Click here to register → […]
Merit @ Wells Street Art Festival
Wells Street Art Festival 1560 N. Wells, Chicago, IL, United StatesMeet us at Wells Street Art Festival on Saturday, June 14! ⭐ Performance will be at the Choose Chicago Stage (at the intersection of Wells St & Scott St) Sing, dance, and play along with our Early Childhood teaching artists in a fun and engaging storytime! Stop by our booth for an instrument petting zoo […]
Summer Group Classes and Private Lessons Begin
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesWFMT Introductions: Live from Merit School of Music featuring Jacob Cornejo
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesPlease join WFMT and Merit School of Music as we celebrate Make Music Chicago with a live broadcast of Introductions, WFMT’s weekly Saturday morning program featuring talented pre-college classical musicians in the Chicago area. 10:30 am: Doors open to Merit's Gottlieb Hall 11:00 am: Live broadcast 12:00 pm: Broadcast ends The performance will feature 18-year-old flutist Jacob […]
Brass Camps
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin 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. Come prepared to work hard, meet new friends, and sharpen your skills! The last day of camp will […]
Piano Camp
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin other young piano players from across Chicagoland for a week-long intensive led by Merit’s renowned faculty. Come prepared to work hard, meet new friends, and sharpen your skills! The last day of camp will include performances for family and friends. Stay tuned for more details!
Merit Summer Bash 2025
Robert's Westside 7321 Madison St, Chicago, United StatesJoin us for Merit School of Music's first ever Merit Summer Bash! ☀️ Hosted by our Associate Board, Merit Summer Bash will be an evening to dance, drink, and listen to live music all to benefit equitable access to music education. Each ticket includes entry and open bar access (beer and wine only) for one […]