2025-2026 Conservatory Audition Registration Opens
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesBarnett Chamber Music Competition
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesThe thirteenth annual A.N. and Pearl G. Barnett Chamber Music Competition will be held on Sunday, March 16, 2025, in Anne & Howard Gottlieb Hall at Merit School of Music in Chicago. The competition is open to musicians aged 18 and under with two divisions: Strings and Piano Winds, Brass, and Percussion Contestants will be competing […]
Conservatory Spring String Chamber Concert
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesSpring Break – No Classes
There will be no classes 3/24-3/30. The building will be open for make-up private lessons.
Wind Symphony Dress Rehearsal
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesSymphonic Band Dress Rehearsal
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesMerit Philharmonic & Choir Dress Rehearsal
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesConservatory Spring Concerts
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us for our Spring Concerts featuring the students of the Alice S. Pfaelzer Conservatory on Friday and Saturday, 4/4-4/5.
Conservatory Graduation
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us as we celebrate the Alice S. Pfaelzer Conservatory graduating class of 2024.
Gala 2025
Four Seasons Hotel 120 East Delaware Place, ChicagoWe hope you join us at Gala 2025 as we gather together as a Merit community, experience amazing student performances, and honor our special guest, Emanuel Ax, for his contributions to the arts. Save the date and stay tuned for more information!