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SUMMARY:FREE Instrument Exploration Workshop 2026
DESCRIPTION:Have a child who’s interested in music but not sure which instrument to play? Come try them all out! \nThis FREE fun introductory workshop is designed to give kids the chance to explore the many instruments offered at Merit and learn all about our fall programming. This hands-on workshop will include faculty and student demonstrations\, and plenty of time for kids to try out instruments on their own! \nPlease note! Parents/guardians are encouraged to attend but do NOT need to register. \nRegister Now → \nLimited spots available! Once full\, you can join the waitlist and if a spot opens up\, you’ll be the first to know! 🔔
URL:https://meritmusic.org/event/instrument-exploration-2026/
LOCATION:Merit School of Music\, 38 S Peoria St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts & Special Events
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SUMMARY:Halloween (Merit Classes in Session)
DESCRIPTION:Merit classes will be in session as scheduled. Happy Halloween!
URL:https://meritmusic.org/event/halloween-classes/
LOCATION:Merit School of Music\, 38 S Peoria St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Group Classes,Key Dates
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261124
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SUMMARY:No Merit Classes
DESCRIPTION:Merit classes will not meet 11/24-11/29. We will resume classes on Monday\, 11/30.
URL:https://meritmusic.org/event/no-merit-classes/
LOCATION:Merit School of Music\, 38 S Peoria St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservatory,Early Childhood,Group Classes
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SUMMARY:Building Closes Early (5pm)
DESCRIPTION:We will close at 5pm on Wednesday\, November 25. We will be closed on Thursday\, November 26 through Sunday\, November 29 in recognition of Thanksgiving. We will reopen with regular hours on Monday\, November 30.
URL:https://meritmusic.org/event/building-closes-early-5pm/
LOCATION:Merit School of Music\, 38 S Peoria St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Key Dates
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261126
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SUMMARY:Building Closed - Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:We will be closed on Thursday\, November 26 through Sunday\, November 29 in recognition of Thanksgiving. We will reopen with regular hours on Monday\, November 30.
URL:https://meritmusic.org/event/building-closed-thanksgiving-2/
LOCATION:Merit School of Music\, 38 S Peoria St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Key Dates
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261209
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SUMMARY:Wind Symphony Dress Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://meritmusic.org/event/wind-symphony-dress-rehearsal-4/
LOCATION:Merit School of Music\, 38 S Peoria St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservatory
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261210
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SUMMARY:Symphonic Band Dress Rehearsal
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URL:https://meritmusic.org/event/symphonic-band-dress-rehearsal-3/
LOCATION:Merit School of Music\, 38 S Peoria St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservatory
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SUMMARY:Merit Philharmonic & Choir Dress Rehearsal
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URL:https://meritmusic.org/event/merit-philharmonic-choir-dress-rehearsal-2/
LOCATION:Merit School of Music\, 38 S Peoria St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservatory
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SUMMARY:Building Closed - Winter Break
DESCRIPTION:The Joy Faith Knapp Music Center will be closed from 12/21/26-1/3/27. The building will reopen on Monday\, 1/4/27.
URL:https://meritmusic.org/event/building-closed-winter-break-2/
LOCATION:Merit School of Music\, 38 S Peoria St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Key Dates
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