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Student & Alumni Stories

Student Spotlight: Tentana Kahar

Meet Tentana Kahar, violin student of Davis King and this month's Community Music School student spotlight!
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Chicago Suzuki Institute 2026

Registration now open! We are delighted to welcome students and teachers from across the country for an unforgettable week of musical growth, friendship, and fun! *NEW location!*
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Faculty Spotlight

The Benefits of Early Childhood Music Classes

Insights from Musikgarten instructor Noralyn Baroja

We spoke with Noralyn Baroja, Musikgarten instructor at the Music Institute of Chicago with over 20 years of teaching experience, to learn more about the unique benefits of starting music early.
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Register Now for Spring Classes

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!
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Resources & Guides

Winter Practice Tips from Music Institute of Chicago Faculty

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.
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Opportunities for String Players at the Music Institute of Chicago

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.
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Orion Ensemble Concert at Nichols Concert Hall
Resident Ensembles

Orion Ensemble Concert

Featuring a new composition by Ephraim Champion
 

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Suzuki Sentinel ~ May 2017
Student/Faculty Performance

Suzuki Sunday

Informal Suzuki jamborees!

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Music Institute Chorale presents: Choir Plus with special guests
Student/Faculty Performance

The MIC Chorale presents: CHOIR PLUS

with special Evanston Children's Choir and MIC Recorder Ensemble

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Music Institute Guitar Department welcomes Duo Corde Brillanti in a special concert on March 22, 2026

Guitar Concert with Duo Corde Brillanti

Duo Corde Brillanti from the Czech Republic  |  featuring Vladislav Bláha and Tatsiana Drobysh

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Music Institute Spring Recess

Spring Recess

 Saturday, March 28 - Friday, April 3, 2026

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Spring private instruction, group classes and ensembles resume

Private instruction, group classes and ensembles resume

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Music Institute's Academy Chamber Music concert
Student/Faculty Performance

Academy Chamber Music Concert

The Academy's advanced high school musicians will present piano and string duos, trios, and quartets.

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Voice Department Recital 2025
Student/Faculty Performance

Voice Departmental Spring Recitals

Featuring performances from our Music School students

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Sunday, March 1, 2026

MIC Chicago Duo Piano Festival: Mini-fest
Master Class/Workshop

Chicago Duo Piano Festival: Winter Mini-Fest 2026

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Chicago Duo Piano Festival Winter Mini-Fest
Student/Faculty Performance

Chicago Duo Piano Festival's Winter Mini Fest Final Student Recital

Featuring 2026's Winter Mini Fest's participants

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