Music Institute's Free Open Houses Welcome All Ages

The Music Institute of Chicago invites musicians of all ages and abilities to consider private instruction and group class opportunities with its highly respected faculty of professionals by visiting one of its free musical petting zoos and open houses at several city and suburban campuses in January and February. Spring semester begins January 28.

At these events, those who attend can try a variety of instruments, enjoy student performances and receive exclusive discount offers, and parents can learn about options for their children's music education.

The nationally recognized Music Institute of Chicago Community Music School offers private music instruction, group classes, musicianship, chamber music, and orchestral programs to thousands of students of all ages and abilities each year. In addition to exceptional classical training, special program areas include Early Childhood Music Education (Musikgarten), Musical Theater, Jazz Studies, Roots & Rock, Adult Studies, and an extensive Suzuki program including the Chicago Suzuki Institute each summer. Instruction is available at multiple locations from Chicago to Lake Forest. Music Institute of Chicago

The Music Institute of Chicago is dedicated to transforming lives through music education. Founded in 1931, the Music Institute has grown to become one of the largest and most respected community music schools in the nation. Offering musical excellence built on the strength of its distinguished faculty, commitment to quality, and breadth of programs and services, the Music Institute is a member of the National Guild for Community Arts Education and accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Pre-collegiate Arts Schools (ACCPAS). Each year, the Music Institute's teachers reach thousands of students of all ages and levels of experience. Music Institute locations include Chicago, Evanston, Winnetka, Lincolnshire, Lake Forest, and Downers Grove. In addition, the Music Institute is proud of its longstanding partnership with the Chicago Public Schools through its Arts Link program. The Music Institute offers lessons and classes, and concerts through its Community Music School, Academy, and Nichols Concert Hall.

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