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News
The 2026 Spring Semester begins Monday, January 26. Start the new year out right! With something for every age and level, you'll want to involve yourself, your children, and the entire family in playing and enjoying music with MIC!
Resources & Guides
From cold temperatures to interrupted practice schedules, winter can impact both routines and instrument care. This guide features winter practice tips from Music Institute of Chicago faculty to help students stay motivated, consistent, and prepared throughout the season.
News
MIC offers a comprehensive path for string players of every level. From master classes with world-class mentors to free tickets for professional concerts, we provide a complete experience for our students.
Faculty Spotlight

Insights from MIC Voice Faculty Lucia Muniagurria

We spoke with Lucia Muniagurria, voice faculty at the Music Institute of Chicago, to explore how voice lessons help singers develop strong skills, protect their voice, and expand artistic opportunities.
Student & Alumni Stories
Meet Academy Pianist Noah Kim, this month's Academy Student Spotlight!
Student & Alumni Stories
Meet Emmanuelle and Eliana Kamau, two sisters in our Suzuki program and violin students of Rachelle Puccini!

All MIC Events

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Resident Ensembles

Rembrandt Chamber Musicians

Philippe Quint plays Chausson

Last day of Fall Semester

Nichols Concert Hall Presents

23rd Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration Concert

Student/Faculty Performance

Winds, Brass, Percussion Departmental Recital

Featuring student performers 

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Observed

No private lessons, classes and ensembles

Fall Semester make-up week, if applicable

Tuesday, January 20 through Sunday, January 25, 2026

Rental Event

Classical Music with Princeton University

presented by OPUS

Master Class/Workshop

Suzuki Violin Workshop 2026

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

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