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This year, we must raise more than $2.5 million to keep our mission thriving and ensure that every student has access to transformational music education, regardless of financial means.
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Teacher of Note and Alumni of Note Award Presentation
The afternoon festivities also include announcement of the Fourth 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.
Last year the Music Institute of Chicago was pleased to honor:|
Suzuki violin and viola faculty Vannia Phillips.
Teacher of Note award recipients represent the excellence of the entire Music Institute faculty and demonstrate dedication, enthusiasm, and inspiration in their teaching.
Past TEACHERS OF NOTE Award Recipients
2025 Vannia Phillips
2024 Avi Friedlander and Davis King
2023 Bianca d’Avila do Prado
and Dr. Christina Tio
In addition, the MIC will present its second annual Alumni of Note Award. This award will recognize an extraordinary alumni who has made important contributions through their work in music or another field.
Last year we were pleased to honor MIC Suzuki cello and Musikgarten faculty member:
Julia Wen Mariano.
MIC Students and Faculty Fall Fundraiser Concert Performances
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MIC family has fun at the photo booth.
A photo booth, meet and greet, and sweet treats for every guest follow the performance in the lobby.
For those unable to attend in person, the concert will be available via livestream.
For event sponsorship opportunities, contact Jennifer Bienemann at 847.448.8323.