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Community Music School Open Houses - Fall 2025

**Join us Oct. 5 in Lake Forest or Oct. 12 in Winnetka.** Try out instruments at our interactive instrument petting zoo, get your questions answered by faculty and staff, and begin your musical journey with MIC!

News

Join MIC for summer camps, classes, and more!

The Music Institute of Chicago announces the summer 2025 schedule of camps, classes, and private lessons. With something for every age and level, you'll want to involve yourself, your children, and the entire family in playing and enjoying music with MIC this summer!

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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!

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!

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. **Explore instruments in person at our upcoming Open Houses Oct. 5 in Lake Forest and Oct. 12 in Winnetka**

Faculty Spotlight

The Benefits of Early Childhood Music Classes

Insights from MIC Musikgarten Teacher, Noralyn Baroja

From developing social skills to strengthening developmental milestones, explore the many benefits of early childhood music classes with expertise from Noralyn Baroja, Musikgarten instructor at the Music Institute of Chicago.