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Spotlight on the MIC Guitar Department

We’re celebrating National Guitar Day with a spotlight on the Music Institute of Chicago Guitar Department! From master classes to concerts and everything in between, it’s been a year of growth, learning, and new opportunities for guitar students.

Celebrating the Class of 2026: Community Music School Graduates

Congratulations to MIC's 2026 graduates! See where our graduates will be heading next year, and read their favorite memories from their time at MIC!

News

Meet Our 2026 Gala Leadership

Our 2026 Gala Leadership, Alexandra C. Nichols, Carlos R. Cardenas and Shiraz Kotte, invite you to join them on Monday, May 18, 2026 for MIC's 95th Anniversary Gala!

Student & Alumni Stories

Academy Student Spotlight: Q&A with Quartet Meraviglia

How does a quartet change when its members spend time growing individually before returning to play together again? From...

Student & Alumni Stories

Student Spotlight: Ashley Schmidt

Meet Ashley Schmidt, piano student of Elif Allenfort and this month's Community Music School student spotlight!

Resources & Guides

Performance Prep Guide: Faculty Tips for Recitals, Auditions, and Competitions

In this guide, Music Institute of Chicago faculty share tips on how to prepare for solo and ensemble performances, including recitals, auditions, and competitions, along with ways parents can support their child throughout the process.