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Meet the Piano Department at the Music Institute of Chicago

We're shining the spotlight on the Music Institute of Chicago’s incredible Piano Department! With more than 50 piano faculty members and 600 private piano students, MIC has one of the nation's largest community music school piano departments. Take a closer look at the world-class faculty, immersive camps, and expansive opportunities that make learning piano at MIC so special.
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Student & Alumni Stories

Student Spotlight: Angela (Angie) Carlson

Meet Angie Carlson, student of Elaine Felder, and this month's student spotlight!
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A Community for Adult Musicians: A Spotlight on Adult Studies at MIC

More than just music lessons, the Adult Studies Program at the Music Institute of Chicago provides a welcoming community full of opportunities for adult learners.
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Resources & Guides

Making the Most of the Summer Season: Tips from MIC Faculty

We asked Music Institute of Chicago faculty to share their favorite tips for making the most of the summer season.
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Where Summer 2026 is Taking MIC Academy Students!

Looking for a summer music program? See what MIC's Academy students are up to this year!
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Celebrating the Class of 2026: The Academy

Congratulations to the Academy class of 2026! We are proud to share where their next chapters will begin as they head off to top universities across the country.
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All MIC Events

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Voice Department Recital 2025
Student/Faculty Performance

Voice Departmental Recitals

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Music Institute Suzuki Sunday - Mixed Jamboree
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Suzuki Sunday

Suzuki jamborees

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Voice Department Recital 2025
Student/Faculty Performance

Voice Departmental Recitals

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MIC Chorale presents Dumka!
Student/Faculty Performance

MIC Chorale Concert presents: AMERICA!

Concert Season opener!

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MIC Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving Recess

Tuesday, November 24 - Sunday, November 29, 2026

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String Departmental Recital at Music Institute of Chicago
Student/Faculty Performance

String Departmental Recital

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Academy Chamber Music Concert
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Academy Chamber Music Concert

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Resident Ensembles

Civitas Ensemble Concert

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