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7 Benefits of Taking Adult Music Lessons

We always hear about how important it is to put kids into music programs at a young age because they learn faster, and...
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Faculty Spotlight

Dr. Matthew Hagle: Nurturing Musical Growth + Career Advice

A Discussion with Pianist and MIC Faculty Member, Dr. Matthew Hagle

The journey of a musician is a path filled with challenges, plateaus, and moments of self-doubt. Whether it’s that pesky...
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News

MIC Academy at Harris Fest

The Music Institute of Chicago will participate in Harris Fest on Saturday, September 9 alongside many Chicago arts organizations to help commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the Harris Festival for Music and Dance.
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News

Remembering John D. Nichols

1930-2023

The Music Institute of Chicago mourns the loss of John D. Nichols (1930-2023), longtime friend and supporter of countless Chicago cultural institutions.
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Competition & Award Winners Announcement

50th National Fischoff Chamber Music Competition

The Music Institute's Academy Program's Pelios String Quartet , Calcifer String Quartet and Luminos Piano were named...
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Competition & Award Winners Announcement

2023 Saint Paul String Quartet Competition (SPSQC)

March 13, 2023 2023 Saint Paul String Quartet Competition (SPSQC) Congratulations to the Academy's The Pelios String...
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Memorial Day (no private lessons, classes or ensembles)

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Academy Auditions

Spring and Summer Auditions for upcoming
2024-2025 season

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Academy Auditions

Spring and Summer Auditions for upcoming
2024-2025 season

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Priority Financial Aid Application Deadline 2024-2025

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Student Performance

Music Institute Chorale presents: Ernest Bloch's "Sacred Service"

in collaboration with the Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation Choir
with pianists Gregory Shifrin and Irina Kotlyar

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Student Performance

Winds, Brass and Percussion Recital

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Last day of Spring Semester

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Spring Semester Make-up week (if applicable)

Tuesday, June 4 - Monday, June 11

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Music Institute of Chicago 2024 Free Virtual Jazz Lecture Series
Workshop

Outstanding Jazz Vocalists You May Not Know About

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