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Resources & Guides

How to Start Playing an Instrument Again as an Adult

Ready to reconnect with music? In this guide, we’ll look at what it takes to start playing an instrument again after years away, how to make it sustainable, and why it’s one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself.
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News

New! Group classes for beginners, grades 6-8

New group classes for beginning piano, voice, and guitar for students grades 6-8 at MIC's Evanston Campus.
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Alumni Spotlight

Academy Alumnus Jan Vargas Nedvetsky Named 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholar

The Music Institute of Chicago is proud to share that Academy alumnus Jan Vargas Nedvetsky of Wilmette, Illinois has been named a 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholar!
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News

Music Institute Announces 2025–26 Nichols Concert Hall Concerts

Orchestral and Chamber Concerts, Holiday Favorites, Family Programming, and More!

The Music Institute of Chicago announces concerts taking place during the 2025–26 season at beautiful and historic Nichols Concert Hall!
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Celebrating our Faculty and Staff 2025-2026: Milestone Anniversaries!

As the school year begins, we proudly celebrate the milestone anniversaries of our faculty and staff!
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Resources & Guides

How to Choose the Best Instrument for Your Child

From readiness to the right fit, here’s how to choose your child’s first instrument.
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All MIC Events

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Chiaravalle Montessori Graduation at Nichols Concert Hall - May
Rental Event

Chiaravalle Montessori School Graduation

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Adult Chamber Music Workshop Sign Up
Student/Faculty Performance

Chamber Music Workshop for Adults Concert

featuring MIC Adult Chamber Music Workshop ensembles in performance

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Music Institute Academy Orchestra 2025-2026 in concert
Student/Faculty Performance

Academy 20th Anniversary Celebration Orchestra Concert

with Academy Special Guest Artists

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Music Institute Priority Financial Aid Assistance for 2026-2027

Priority Financial Aid Application Deadline for 2026 - 2027

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Music Institute Last Day of Spring Semester 2026

Last day of Spring Semester

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Music Institute Last day of spring semester 2026

Spring Semester Make-up week (if applicable)

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Music Institute Summer Session begins

Summer Session Begins

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Music Institute Fall Re-registration begins for sch year 2026-2027

Fall Re-Registration begins

For current MIC students to re-register

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