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Building Closed – Memorial Day
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesThe Joyce Faith Knapp Music Center will be closed on Monday, May 27 in honor of Memorial Day. We will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, May 28.
Extended Building Hours for Private Lesson Recitals (6 PM Close)
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesExtended Building Hours for Private Lesson Recitals (6 PM Close)
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United States
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Horn Camp
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin other young French horn 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 […]
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Piano Camp
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesDuring 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 […]
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Tuba and Euphonium Camp
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin other young tuba and euphonium 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 […]
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Trumpet Camp
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin other young trumpet 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 include […]
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Trombone Camp
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin other young trombone 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, […]
Summer Group Classes, Private Lessons, and Camps Begin
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United States
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Alegre Violin & Cello Choirs
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesBuilding Closed – Juneteenth
Merit School of Music 38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL, United StatesThe Joy Faith Knapp Music Center will be closed on Wednesday, June 19 in celebration of Juneteenth. We will reopen on Thursday, June 20.