News, Events, Awards & Achievements

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Student & Alumni Stories

Student Spotlight: Leo Zupko

Meet violinist Leo Zupko, this month's Community Music School Student Spotlight!

Student & Alumni Stories

Academy Student Spotlight: Lily Sullivan

"The music I get to play is too good not to continue. I also feel as if this is what I have to do. " Lily Sullivan, 17...

Competition & Award Winners Announcement

Academy and Community Music School on the Road to Fischoff 2025!

The Music Institute of Chicago is proudly sending off groups from the Academy and the Community Music School to the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition Quarterfinals!

Alumni Spotlight

Joshua Brown, 2025 Avery Fisher Career Grant Recipient

The Academy Celebrates Joshua Brown, Winner of the 2025 Avery Fisher Career Grant!

Student & Alumni Stories

Student Spotlight: Varun Murali

Meet Varun Murali, trumpet student of Chris Hasselbring, and this month's Student Spotlight!

Resources & Guides

What Is the Best Age to Learn an Instrument?

Is your child ready for music lessons? Or are you considering picking up an instrument yourself? We break down the advantages of learning an instrument at different ages.