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Whether you or your child are just getting started or have been playing for years, it’s a great time to join Merit School of Music’s vibrant community of music lovers.
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→ Explore classes & lessons at Merit!
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OPTIONS FOR ALL AGES & EXPERIENCE LEVELS
INSTRUMENTS OFFERED
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✨FREE✨ WORKSHOPS FOR BEGINNERS
Instrument Exploration! Workshops
November 12 & December 3
Have a music-loving child who isn’t quite sure which instrument to choose? The best way to pick is by trying them all. Sign up today! Limited spots.
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WHY MERIT SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Wondering if Merit is the right music school for you or your child? Here’s why students of all ages and experience levels choose us.
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Our 40+ Year Reputation for Excellence
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The Best Music Teachers in Chicago
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A Diverse & Welcoming Community
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“What I like most about Merit is the amount of help and support the teachers are willing to give you.”
– Karina, Merit student
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“The Merit team is responsive, communicative, supportive, encouraging, and understanding. These are the kinds of mentors I want raising my children!”
– Mary, Merit parent
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MAKE MUSIC WITH MERIT!
Sign up today to start making music
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YOUR HEALTH & SAFETY ARE OUR PRIORITY
At Merit, we’re doing everything possible to keep you safe and healthy during in-person instruction!
→ Read about the steps we’re taking at www.meritmusic.org/covid.
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*Discount expires August 1 and is only valid on Instrumental & Vocal Music and Early Childhood group classes. Can be combined with financial aid. Cannot be combined with other discounts or the Early Childhood Annual Membership.
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Merit is hosting a Virtual Q&A Session from 10am-11am on Saturday, March 19.
Stop by for 5 or 15 minutes to ask questions about summer at Merit. Register during the event with the help of our staff to receive
✨ 20% OFF!* ✨
RSVP via the link below & we’ll email you the Zoom link.
*This discount is only available to new Merit families.
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WANT TO GET STARTED SOONER?
Register for private lessons for all ages or Early Childhood classes at any time.
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📢 Save the date: Spring registration opens Jan. 3 & classes begin Feb. 1.
This school year, you can experience the best of Merit School of Music’s programming in person or online. Study with Chicagoland’s finest music teachers in a safe, socially-distanced setting at our West Loop music center or from the comfort and convenience of home.
Everyone is welcome – from adults to teens to children of all ages! Choose from a wide range of instruments, including guitar, piano, violin, trumpet, voice, ukulele, and more. Whether you or your child are just getting started or have been playing for years, it’s a great time to join Merit’s vibrant community of music-lovers.
→ Want to start making music before spring session? Register for private lessons or Early Childhood classes!
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GET READY TO MAKE SOME MUSIC!
Browse upcoming classes and lessons in Merit’s Spring Course Catalog.
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NEW TO MERIT?
These featured camps are a great place to start.
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Flexible options for all families:
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*This discount expires June 20, 2021, and is only available to new Merit families and those who have not taken classes at Merit during the 20/21 academic year (Sept. ’20 – May ’21). Can only be applied to Early Childhood classes, Instrumental & Vocal Music group classes, & summer camps. Not compatible with other discounts or financial aid.
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10% off* Summer camps & classes when you use code WELCOMEBACK10 by June 20.
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