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Music Institute Appoints Shalisa Kline Ugaz As New President & CEO

The Music Institute of Chicago announces Shalisa Kline Ugaz as its next President and CEO, effective July 7, 2025.

Student & Alumni Stories

Student Spotlight: Elijah Yang

Meet oboist Elijah Yang, student of Erica Anderson and this month's student spotlight!

Resources & Guides

How Summer Music Lessons Help Your Child Succeed in the New School Year

Learn about how summer music lessons set your child up for academic success in the new school year!

Student & Alumni Stories

Academy Student Spotlight: Katarina Kenney

Meet Cellist Katarina Kenney, this month's Academy Student Spotlight!

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Celebrating the Class of 2025: The Academy

Another remarkable year comes to a close at the Music Institute of Chicago’s Academy, and with it, we celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our graduating seniors. We are proud to share where their next chapters will begin as they head off to top universities across the country.

Faculty Spotlight