Unleash their full potential with Merit School of Music! Watch your child develop confidence, creativity, and perseverance through top-tier music classes and lessons.
The renowned music school's passionate and experienced teachers create a supportive environment where every child thrives. Whether they're picking up an instrument for the first time or advancing their skills, Merit helps students surpass their musical and personal goals.
Options for all ages and skill levels-beginners welcome!
Group classes and ensembles
Private lessons
Early Childhood classes
Summer camps
Guitar, piano, voice, violin, trumpet, percussion, and more
Why parents choose Merit:
Nationally accredited, with a reputation for excellence since 1979
The best music teachers in Chicago
A diverse, welcoming community where all students belong
Small class sizes and personalized support
Financial aid, payment plans, and low-cost instrument rentals available
Merit's teaching artists foster a safe, developmentally rich, and fun environment for students to learn and grow together.
By choosing Merit, you're not only investing in your own child's music education. You're supporting our mission to remove barriers to high-quality music education so that all children in Chicago can experience the power of music.