Fall Fundraiser Concert

Don't miss a special afternoon featuring performances by MIC students of all ages, amazing faculty, and alumni. Plus, enjoy conversation, sweet treats, family-friendly festivities and more - all in support of scholarships and financial aid at the Music Institute of Chicago.

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Teacher of Note and Alumni of Note Award Presentation

The afternoon festivities also include announcement of the Third Annual Teacher of Note Award.  This award honors and expresses appreciation for the people who live the Music Institute’s mission every day: our internationally acclaimed, award-winning faculty.

This year we honor Vannia Phillips, Suzuki violin/viola faculty. 

The afternoon festivities also include announcement our first Alumni Alumni of Note Award to Julia Wen Mariano, MIC Musikgarten and Suzuki cello faculty.  This award will recognize an extraordinary alumni who has made important contributions through their work in music or another field.