“Growing up, my father always encouraged my passion for classical music. Although I never progressed to the level of playing professionally, my time spent with [my] youth symphony orchestra was

Practicing is key to achieving your musical goals—no matter your age, instrument, or experience level. It’s the only way to improve and grow. In addition to helping expand your skills

A story about the Turner women: Mother-Daughter, Dynamic Duo, and The Dr. Audrey M. Turner Private Lesson Scholarship   Over the course of Merit’s almost 43-year history, the stories of

“Being in Merit’s Conservatory allows me to have a creative outlet. I look forward to Saturdays and Tuesdays because I get to interact with other musicians.”   Luke Magee, Conservatory

Many of us have heard about the benefits our children reap when learning a musical instrument.  But getting kids started and selecting an instrument can seem like a daunting task! There are so many questions. How do

“You find your way through music,” says Thomas M. Leopold, member of Merit School of Music’s board of trustees, in a recent interview over breakfast with Merit VP for Development