Try something new at the Music Institute of Chicago!
The Music Institute of Chicago emphasizes not only personal musical development, but also the joy of belonging to a musical community. Group classes are available for students a few months old (Musikgarten) to youth and adults.
New! Group classes for beginners, grades 6-8
Introduction to Piano
With Devvora Papatheodorou Schreier
Mondays, 4:30-5:30 pm | Evanston Campus
2025 Fall class dates (8 weeks):
Oct. 20, 27 | Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24 | Dec. 1, 8
With Tamila Salimdjanova
Fridays, 5:30-6:30 pm | Evanston Campus
2025 Fall class dates (8 weeks):
Oct. 24, 31 | Nov. 7, 14, 21 | Dec. 5, 12, 19
Have you always wanted to learn to play the piano?
This 8-week class for beginners is an ideal way to get started. Our expert piano teacher will guide you in how to read basic music notation, how to play the instrument, and how to make the most beautiful sounds. Develop your finger coordination as you start to express your creativity through playing the piano.
Introduction to Guitar
With Dave Onderdonk
Mondays, 5:30-6:30 pm | Evanston Campus
2025 Fall classes (8 weeks):
Oct. 20, 27 | Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24 | Dec. 1, 8
Bring your own guitar!
With Michael Scott
Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 pm | Evanston Campus
2025 Fall class (8 weeks):
Oct. 23, 30 | Nov. 6, 13, 20 | Dec. 4, 11, 18
Bring your own guitar!
Have you always wanted to learn to play the guitar?
This 8-week class for beginners is an ideal way to get started. Our expert guitar teacher will guide you in how to read basic music notation for guitar, how to play the most important chords, and how to make beautiful sounds. Develop your coordination as you start to express your creativity through music.
Introduction to VOICE
With Lucia Muniagurria
Mondays, 5:30-6:30 pm | Evanston Campus
2025 Fall classes (8 weeks):
Oct. 27 | Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24 | Dec. 1, 8, 15
Have you always wanted to learn to sing?
This 8-week class for beginners is an ideal way to get started. Our expert voice teacher will guide you in how to sing beautifully while taking good care of your voice. Develop your listening and communication skills as you start to express your creativity through singing.
Great Music Teachers Make a Difference
The breadth and depth of our music faculty is unparalleled. With more than 125 faculty, Music Institute of Chicago music teachers are experienced, dedicated educators and performers who hold degrees from the world’s finest music schools. The Music Institute faculty is among the best-trained and most experienced in the Chicago area.
Discounted Musicianship Classes for MIC Students
Matthew Hagle, Director of Musicianship Program
What Is Musicianship?
Musicianship is an important component of a well-rounded music education. Weekly musicianship classes include sight singing, rhythmic reading, dictation, keyboard skills, music theory, history, and literature.
- Achieve greater competency and enjoyment at your instrument
- Increase your ability to think critically and express musical ideas effectively
- Share your love of music with fellow students
At MIC, we strongly advocate for our private instruction students of all ages to enhance their learning journey by enrolling in a musicianship class of the appropriate level. As a testament to our commitment, we offer a significant discount on this value-added experience.
Are Musicianship Classes for Everyone?
- The musicianship program is designed for students aged 5 - adult
- Private instruction students under 5 may enroll in a Musikgarten class instead of musicianship for only the cost of materials.
- We understand that adult students have unique learning needs and interests. That's why we offer specially designed adult musicianship classes tailored to their musical journeys.
Enrollment in musicianship classes occurs once annually on a first-come, first-served basis, and registration is required.
Please contact your instructor or Campus Director for placement guidance.