Prepare to be amazed at what your young musician can do! In Music Masters 1, children ages 3 to 5 will learn the components of timbre, rhythm, pitch, beat, and style. In this imaginative class, your child will explore the building blocks of music, experiment with percussion instruments, and play and sing along to music from world cultures.
Children and their parents/caregivers learn together in class, and teachers will share additional ways to keep the music going outside of the classroom.
Music Masters 1 can be taken as a stand-alone class or as part of Merit’s Suzuki-Alegre Strings Program.
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Schedule:
On Tuesday from 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM.
133 - Early Childhood
(312) 786-9428
Frances Kennedy
Start date:
6/11/2024
Tags:
Beginners
Available:
Session
Drop-in
Prepare to be amazed at what your young musician can do! In Music Masters 1, children ages 3 to 5 will learn the components of timbre, rhythm, pitch, beat, and style. In this imaginative class, your child will explore the building blocks of music, experiment with percussion instruments, and play and sing along to music from world cultures.
Children and their parents/caregivers learn together in class, and teachers will share additional ways to keep the music going outside of the classroom.
Music Masters 1 can be taken as a stand-alone class or as part of Merit’s Suzuki-Alegre Strings Program.
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Schedule:
On Thursday from 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM.
133 - Early Childhood
(312) 786-9428
Annaeka Johnson
Start date:
6/13/2024
Tags:
Beginners
Available:
Session
Drop-in
Prepare to be amazed at what your young musician can do! In Music Masters 1, children ages 3 to 5 will learn the components of timbre, rhythm, pitch, beat, and style. In this imaginative class, your child will explore the building blocks of music, experiment with percussion instruments, and play and sing along to music from world cultures.
Children and their parents/caregivers learn together in class, and teachers will share additional ways to keep the music going outside of the classroom.
Music Masters 1 can be taken as a stand-alone class or as part of Merit’s Suzuki-Alegre Strings Program.
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Schedule:
On Saturday from 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM.
133 - Early Childhood
(312) 786-9428
Annaeka Johnson
Start date:
6/15/2024
Tags:
Beginners
Available:
Session
Drop-in
Prepare to be amazed at what your young musician can do! In Music Masters 1, children ages 3 to 5 will learn the components of timbre, rhythm, pitch, beat, and style. In this imaginative class, your child will explore the building blocks of music, experiment with percussion instruments, and play and sing along to music from world cultures.
Children and their parents/caregivers learn together in class, and teachers will share additional ways to keep the music going outside of the classroom.
Music Masters 1 can be taken as a stand-alone class or as part of Merit’s Suzuki-Alegre Strings Program.
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Schedule:
On Sunday from 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM.
133 - Early Childhood
(312) 786-9428
Annaeka Johnson
Start date:
6/16/2024
Tags:
Beginners
Available:
Session
Drop-in
Is your young musician ready to pick up a new instrument? Our Beginning Guitar classes give aspiring student musicians a creative outlet and are a fun way to learn to read music and build strong practice habits. Your child will begin strumming and plucking in a twice-weekly group class of 5 to 8 students with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own guitar before the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options. Purchasing a guitar? View our guide on what guitar to buy or contact Guitar Program Manager, Sarah Forbes (sforbes@meritmusic.org), for help.
Schedule:
On Tuesday, Thursday from 4:30 PM to 5:25 PM.
200
(312) 786-9428
Gabe McCarthy
Start date:
6/11/2024
Tags:
Beginners Guitar
Available:
Session
Is your young musician ready to pick up a new instrument? Our Beginning Guitar classes give aspiring student musicians a creative outlet and are a fun way to learn to read music and build strong practice habits. Your child will begin strumming and plucking in a twice-weekly group class of 5 to 8 students with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own guitar before the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options. Purchasing a guitar? View our guide on what guitar to buy or contact Guitar Program Manager, Sarah Forbes (sforbes@meritmusic.org), for help.
Schedule:
On Monday, Wednesday from 4:30 PM to 5:25 PM.
210
(312) 786-9428
Bob Sherman
Start date:
6/12/2024
Tags:
Beginners Guitar
Available:
Session
Learn piano with Merit this summer! Piano gives aspiring student musicians a creative outlet and is a fun way to learn to read music and build strong practice habits. Your child will begin playing in a class of 4 to 6 students with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. Students will practice reading music, defining basic vocabulary terms, and performing a variety of pieces.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own keyboard/piano for practicing at home by the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options.
Schedule:
On Tuesday, Thursday from 4:30 PM to 5:25 PM.
130 - Piano Lab
(312) 786-9428
Start date:
6/11/2024
Tags:
Beginners Piano
Available:
Session
Learn piano with Merit this summer! Piano gives aspiring student musicians a creative outlet and is a fun way to learn to read music and build strong practice habits. Your child will begin playing in a class of 4 to 6 students with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. Students will practice reading music, defining basic vocabulary terms, and performing a variety of pieces.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own keyboard/piano for practicing at home by the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options.
Schedule:
On Tuesday, Thursday from 4:30 PM to 5:25 PM.
131 - Piano Lab
(312) 786-9428
Start date:
6/11/2024
Tags:
Beginners Piano
Available:
Session
Learn piano with Merit this summer! Piano gives aspiring student musicians a creative outlet and is a fun way to learn to read music and build strong practice habits. Your child will begin playing in a class of 4 to 6 students with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. Students will practice reading music, defining basic vocabulary terms, and performing a variety of pieces.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own keyboard/piano for practicing at home by the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options.
Schedule:
On Tuesday, Thursday from 5:30 PM to 6:25 PM.
205 - Piano Lab
(312) 786-9428
Start date:
6/11/2024
Tags:
Beginners Piano
Available:
Full
Learn piano with Merit this summer! Piano gives aspiring student musicians a creative outlet and is a fun way to learn to read music and build strong practice habits. Your child will begin playing in a class of 4 to 6 students with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. Students will practice reading music, defining basic vocabulary terms, and performing a variety of pieces.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own keyboard/piano for practicing at home by the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options.
Schedule:
On Monday, Wednesday from 4:30 PM to 5:25 PM.
205 - Piano Lab
(312) 786-9428
Start date:
6/12/2024
Tags:
Beginners Piano
Available:
Full
Learn piano with Merit this summer! Piano gives aspiring student musicians a creative outlet and is a fun way to learn to read music and build strong practice habits. Your child will begin playing in a class of 4 to 6 students with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. Students will practice reading music, defining basic vocabulary terms, and performing a variety of pieces.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own keyboard/piano for practicing at home by the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options.
Schedule:
On Monday, Wednesday from 4:30 PM to 5:25 PM.
209 - Piano Lab
(312) 786-9428
Start date:
6/12/2024
Tags:
Beginners Piano
Available:
Session
Learn piano with Merit this summer! Piano gives aspiring student musicians a creative outlet and is a fun way to learn to read music and build strong practice habits. Your child will begin playing in a class of 4 to 6 students with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. Students will practice reading music, defining basic vocabulary terms, and performing a variety of pieces.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own keyboard/piano for practicing at home by the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options.
Schedule:
On Monday, Wednesday from 5:30 PM to 6:25 PM.
230
(312) 786-9428
Start date:
6/12/2024
Tags:
Beginners Piano
Available:
Full
Learn piano with Merit this summer! Piano gives aspiring student musicians a creative outlet and is a fun way to learn to read music and build strong practice habits. Your child will begin playing in a class of 4 to 6 students with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. Students will practice reading music, defining basic vocabulary terms, and performing a variety of pieces.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own keyboard/piano for practicing at home by the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options.
Schedule:
On Monday, Wednesday from 6:30 PM to 7:25 PM.
131 - Piano Lab
(312) 786-9428
Start date:
6/12/2024
Tags:
Beginners Piano
Available:
Full
Ukuleles are taking the world by storm! See how this versatile instrument can make at-home music time even more fun. In this adult-child class, grown-ups and their little ones learn to play the ukulele while the whole classroom community engages with a variety of fun songs, singing games and dances, musical books, and instrument exploration.
This class is designed for activities to continue at home to extend learning and family time through music. Your class tuition includes the cost of a high-quality, concert-sized ukulele that is yours to keep!
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Schedule:
On Tuesday from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
133 - Early Childhood
(312) 786-9428
Frances Kennedy
Start date:
6/11/2024
Tags:
Beginners
Available:
Session
Merit's Beginning Traditional Strings classes focus on the foundations of proper string technique, note reading, basic musical concepts, and performance skills. Your young musician will begin playing in a twice-weekly small group class with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Regular parent attendance is required for students up to age 10. For students age 11 and up, please confirm the parent attendance requirements for your child with your group class teacher.
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own instrument before the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options, or contact Strings Program Manager, Nicole Hernandez (nhernandez@meritmusic.org), for instrument purchase recommendations.
Schedule:
On Tuesday, Thursday from 5:00 PM to 5:55 PM.
227
(312) 786-9428
Chad Polk
Start date:
6/11/2024
Tags:
Beginners Strings
Available:
Session
Merit's Beginning Suzuki-Alegre Cello classes focus on the foundations of proper string technique, basic musical concepts, and performance skills in a small group setting that works in harmony with your child’s private lesson routine. Suzuki-Alegre students benefit from the pairing of the Suzuki method with a diverse array of music.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Students in the Suzuki-Alegre Program are required to enroll in private lessons in conjunction with their group class. This method is proven to have outstanding results for young string players. Learn more about private violin lessons at Merit here.
Regular parent attendance at all private lessons and group classes is required for students up to age 10. For students age 11 and up, please confirm the parent attendance requirements for your child with both your group class and private lesson teachers.
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own instrument before the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options, or contact Strings Program Manager, Nicole Hernandez (nhernandez@meritmusic.org), for instrument purchase recommendations.
Schedule:
On Tuesday, Thursday from 5:00 PM to 5:55 PM.
231
(312) 786-9428
Claire Bachman
Start date:
6/11/2024
Tags:
Beginners Strings
Available:
Session
Merit's Beginning Suzuki-Alegre Violin classes focus on the foundations of proper string technique, basic musical concepts, and performance skills in a small group setting that works in harmony with your child’s private lesson routine. Suzuki-Alegre students benefit from the pairing of the Suzuki method with a diverse array of music.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Students in the Suzuki-Alegre Program are required to enroll in private lessons in conjunction with their group class. This method is proven to have outstanding results for young string players. Learn more about private violin lessons at Merit here.
Regular parent attendance at all private lessons and group classes is required for students up to age 10. For students age 11 and up, please confirm the parent attendance requirements for your child with both your group class and private lesson teachers.
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own instrument before the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options, or contact Strings Program Manager, Nicole Hernandez (nhernandez@meritmusic.org), for instrument purchase recommendations.
Schedule:
On Tuesday, Thursday from 5:00 PM to 5:55 PM.
224
(312) 786-9428
Iris Wei
Start date:
6/11/2024
Tags:
Beginners Strings
Available:
Session
Merit's Beginning Suzuki-Alegre Violin classes focus on the foundations of proper string technique, basic musical concepts, and performance skills in a small group setting that works in harmony with your child’s private lesson routine. Suzuki-Alegre students benefit from the pairing of the Suzuki method with a diverse array of music.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Students in the Suzuki-Alegre Program are required to enroll in private lessons in conjunction with their group class. This method is proven to have outstanding results for young string players. Learn more about private violin lessons at Merit here.
Regular parent attendance at all private lessons and group classes is required for students up to age 10. For students age 11 and up, please confirm the parent attendance requirements for your child with both your group class and private lesson teachers.
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own instrument before the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options, or contact Strings Program Manager, Nicole Hernandez (nhernandez@meritmusic.org), for instrument purchase recommendations.
Schedule:
On Tuesday, Thursday from 5:00 PM to 5:55 PM.
115 - Polk Bros. Hall
(312) 786-9428
Julie Schreiner
Start date:
6/11/2024
Tags:
Beginners Strings
Available:
Full
Merit's Beginning Traditional Strings classes focus on the foundations of proper string technique, note reading, basic musical concepts, and performance skills. Your young musician will begin playing in a twice-weekly small group class with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Regular parent attendance is required for students up to age 10. For students age 11 and up, please confirm the parent attendance requirements for your child with your group class teacher.
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own instrument before the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options, or contact Strings Program Manager, Nicole Hernandez (nhernandez@meritmusic.org), for instrument purchase recommendations.
Schedule:
On Tuesday, Thursday from 5:00 PM to 5:55 PM.
200
(312) 786-9428
John Xia
Start date:
6/11/2024
Tags:
Beginners Strings
Available:
Session
Merit's Beginning Traditional Strings classes focus on the foundations of proper string technique, note reading, basic musical concepts, and performance skills. Your young musician will begin playing in a twice-weekly small group class with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support.
Your child will learn the following skills:
Regular parent attendance is required for students up to age 10. For students age 11 and up, please confirm the parent attendance requirements for your child with your group class teacher.
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Every student will need their own instrument before the first day of class. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options, or contact Strings Program Manager, Nicole Hernandez (nhernandez@meritmusic.org), for instrument purchase recommendations.
Schedule:
On Tuesday, Thursday from 6:00 PM to 6:55 PM.
231
(312) 786-9428
Start date:
6/11/2024
Tags:
Beginners Strings
Available:
Session
Make friends, memories, and beautiful music at Camp Merit! Camp Merit brings all of Merit’s large ensembles together—band, choir, and orchestra—for 2 fun-filled weeks. Each student will select a track (band, choir, or orchestra) based on their main area of study. Band and orchestra students who enjoy singing also have the option to add the choir track to their schedules.
During camp, your child will build skills during rehearsals and have the opportunity to try something new in our engaging elective classes that range from West African Drumming to Songwriting. After spending 2 weeks having fun and refining their skills with the support of Merit's celebrated faculty, the camp will conclude with a final performance for family and friends—empowering students to take pride in how much they’ve learned and grown.
Choose a Camp Merit track (Note: Choir can be an add-on to Band or Orchestra Track):
Camp electives (each camper takes 2):
Learn more about how electives work.
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Don’t forget your instrument! Band and orchestra students will need their own instrument before the first day of camp. Check out Merit's Music & Instrument Library to learn about your instrument rental options.
Schedule:
On weekdays from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Joy Faith Knapp Music Center
(312) 786-9428
Start date:
7/15/2024
Tags:
Beginners Voice
Available:
Session
🌟 Welcome to Music Discovery Camp: A Melodic Adventure for Little Explorers! 🌟
Embark on an exciting journey of musical exploration with our summer camp designed for children aged 6-8. At Music Discover Camp, we aim to spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and instill a lifelong love for music. Join us for an enriching experience where each day unfolds new sounds, rhythms, and the joy of discovering various instruments!
🎶 Why Music Discovery Camp?
Join us at Music Discover Camp for a summer filled with laughter, learning, and the enchanting world of music. Let the melody of discovery begin! 🌈🎵
Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.
Schedule:
Every day from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
207
(312) 786-9428
Start date:
7/22/2024
Tags:
Beginners
Available:
Session
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