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The Music Institute of Chicago and Lyric Opera of Chicago are pleased to announce a new partnership launching in the 2026–27 season.

Music theory benefits every music student, not just advanced musicians or those pursuing music professionally. This guide explores what music theory is, why it's important, and how it helps students better understand the music they're learning.

Meet Celia Margaret Fillier Steele, piano student of Elaine Felder and this month's student spotlight!

Community outreachis an important part of the Academy experience. Each year, Academy students share their music far...

Beginning fall 2026, the Music Institute of Chicago will continue expanding its comprehensive music education offerings by introducing The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) Smart Start™ program!

A well-rounded music education combines individual instruction with opportunities to perform, collaborate, study music theory, and make music with others, helping students build confidence, strengthen musical understanding, and develop skills that last well beyond the practice room. We asked Music Institute of Chicago faculty why comprehensive music education matters and what they see in students who participate in multiple musical experiences.