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: 

• Proper posture and hand position 
• Critical listening skills  
• How to produce a clear, consistent tone 

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.

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.

Please note: All sign-ups after the registration deadline of August 24 will incur a $15 late fee. 

Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org. 

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: 

• Proper posture and hand position 
• Critical listening skills  
• How to produce a clear, consistent tone 

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.

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.

Please note: All sign-ups after the registration deadline of August 24 will incur a $15 late fee. 

Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org. 

Merit’s Children’s Choir is perfect for young music-lovers who want to begin using their voice as an instrument in a fun and creative group environment. Beginners and music enthusiasts welcome—no singing experience required! 

Get ready to sing your heart out while developing confidence, discipline, and lifelong friendships. 

Your child will learn the following skills: 

• Using proper vocal technique including posture, breathing, and vowel shape 
• Singing in unison, harmony, and solfège (do-re-mi) 
• Counting rhythms 

Please note: All sign-ups after the registration deadline of August 24 will incur a $15 late fee. 

Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org. 

Learn piano with Merit this school year! Piano gives young music-lovers 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 5 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: 

• Recognizing parts of the musical staff 
• Reading rhythms and notes in treble and bass clefs 
• Maintaining proper posture and hand position 

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. 

Please note: All sign-ups after the registration deadline of August 24 will incur a $15 late fee. 

Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.

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 weekly small group class with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support.

Your child will learn the following skills:

• Proper posture and hand position
• Critical listening skills
• How to produce a clear, consistent tone

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.

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.

Please note: All sign-ups after the registration deadline of August 24 will incur a $15 late fee. 

Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org. 

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 weekly small group class with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support.

Your child will learn the following skills:

• Proper posture and hand position
• Critical listening skills
• How to produce a clear, consistent tone

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.

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.

Please note: All sign-ups after the registration deadline of August 24 will incur a $15 late fee. 

Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org. 

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: 

• Proper posture and hand position 
• Critical listening skills  
• How to produce a clear, consistent tone 

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.

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.

Please note: All sign-ups after the registration deadline of August 24 will incur a $15 late fee. 

Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org. 

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 weekly group class of five to eight students with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. 

Your child will learn the following skills: 

• Identifying the parts of the musical staff 
• Reading notes and rhythms 
• Playing scales, arpeggios, and chords in 1st and 2nd position 
• Tuning a guitar 
• Making music with friends and family! 

Merit also offers 10-week Intro to Guitar mini sessions. Choose what works best for your child! Try a new hobby with the mini session, or save $ by registering for the full academic year. 

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. Purchasing a guitar? View our guide on what guitar to buy or contact Guitar Program Manager, Sarah Forbes (sforbes@meritmusic.org), for help. 

Please note: All sign-ups after the registration deadline of August 24 will incur a $15 late fee. 

Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org. 

✨ NEW! 10-week mini session for beginners 

Embark on your guitar journey with our 10-week mini sessions designed specifically for beginners! These shorter courses are a great way for kids to test out a new hobby or instrument, allowing them to experience quick wins and build excitement around their musical studies.

Your child will begin strumming and plucking in a weekly group class of five to eight students with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. 

Your child will learn the following skills: 

• Identifying the parts of the musical staff 
• Reading notes and rhythms 
• Playing scales, arpeggios, and chords in 1st and 2nd position 
• Tuning a guitar 
• Making music with friends and family! 

The mini sessions are designed to provide a solid foundation in technique while fostering confidence and practice skills with a schedule that's flexible for your family. After successfully completing Intro to Guitar I, students are encouraged to continue with mini sessions for Intro to Guitar II and III. Merit also offers 32-week Beginning Guitar classes that span the full academic year.

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. Purchasing a guitar? View our guide on what guitar to buy or contact Guitar Program Manager, Sarah Forbes (sforbes@meritmusic.org), for help. 

Please note: All sign-ups after the registration deadline of August 24 will incur a $15 late fee. 

Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org. 

✨ NEW! 10-week mini session for beginners 

Embark on your guitar journey with our 10-week mini sessions designed specifically for beginners! These shorter courses are a great way for kids to test out a new hobby or instrument, allowing them to experience quick wins and build excitement around their musical studies.

Your child will begin strumming and plucking in a weekly group class of five to eight students with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. 

Your child will learn the following skills: 

• Identifying the parts of the musical staff 
• Reading notes and rhythms 
• Playing scales, arpeggios, and chords in 1st and 2nd position 
• Tuning a guitar 
• Making music with friends and family! 

The mini sessions are designed to provide a solid foundation in technique while fostering confidence and practice skills with a schedule that's flexible for your family. After successfully completing Intro to Guitar I, students are encouraged to continue with mini sessions for Intro to Guitar II and III. Merit also offers 32-week Beginning Guitar classes that span the full academic year.

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. Purchasing a guitar? View our guide on what guitar to buy or contact Guitar Program Manager, Sarah Forbes (sforbes@meritmusic.org), for help. 

Please note: All sign-ups after the registration deadline of August 24 will incur a $15 late fee. 

Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org. 

Try your hand at something new and learn a band instrument! Our Beginning Band classes are a great way for young, aspiring musicians to meet new friends and have a fun time learning a new skill.  

Your child will learn the following skills: 

• How to play their instrument with proper technique 
• Basic notes and rhythm 
• How to care for their instrument 

Band classes are split into woodwinds (flute, clarinet, and saxophone), brass (trumpet, trombone, euphonium, and tuba), and percussion (drums and bells). Choose whichever band instrument suits your child’s interest. 

Not sure which instrument to choose? Let us help! Contact Band & Jazz Program Director, Jeremiah Price (jprice@meritmusic.org) for more information. 

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. 

Please note: All sign-ups after the registration deadline of August 24 will incur a $15 late fee. 

Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org. 

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:  

• Proper posture and hand position  
• Critical listening skills   
• How to produce a clear, consistent tone  

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. 

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. 

Please note: All sign-ups after the registration deadline of August 24 will incur a $15 late fee.  

Questions? Visit our Student & Parent Resources page and don’t hesitate to contact us at studentservices@meritmusic.org.  

Merit's Beginning Traditional Violin 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 weekly small group class with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. 

Your child will learn the following skills: 

• Proper posture and hand position 
• Critical listening skills 
• How to produce a clear, consistent tone 

Regular parent attendance is highly encouraged for students up to age 10. For students age 11 and up, please confirm the suggested parent attendance 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. Rentals are available through Merit’s Instrument Library for $10 per month. 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. 

Merit's Beginning Traditional Violin 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 weekly small group class with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. 

Your child will learn the following skills: 

• Proper posture and hand position 
• Critical listening skills 
• How to produce a clear, consistent tone 

Regular parent attendance is highly encouraged for students up to age 10. For students age 11 and up, please confirm the suggested parent attendance 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. Rentals are available through Merit’s Instrument Library for $10 per month. 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. 

Merit's Beginning Traditional Cello 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 weekly small group class with ample opportunity for group learning and individual support. 

Your child will learn the following skills: 

• Proper posture and hand position 
• Critical listening skills 
• How to produce a clear, consistent tone 

Regular parent attendance is highly encouraged for students up to age 10. For students age 11 and up, please confirm the suggested parent attendance 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. Rentals are available through Merit’s Instrument Library for $10 per month. 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.