- Community School
- Music lessons, classes, and programs for all ages and skill levels
- The Academy
- A comprehensive program for advanced pre-college musicians
- Creative Arts Therapy
- Expressive art therapies for children, adults, and families
- Cultural Events
- Concerts series and events in the critically acclaimed Nichols Concert Hall
Adult Programs
Welcome to adult studies at MIC! Whether you are a beginning student, returning to an instrument, or continuing a lifelong pursuit of music, MIC promises to broaden your musical horizons.
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Browse Adult Chamber Music Classes Now »
Explore the rich chamber music literature for strings, piano, and winds in a relaxed atmosphere. Groups will practice and perform in duos, trios, quartets, or quintets. Includes weekly coaching with MIC faculty as well as daytime rehearsal space pending availability.
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Monty Adams
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Erica Anderson
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Elaine Felder
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Gerik Fon-Revutzky
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Browse Adult Musicianship Classes Now »
For students who either have never had an opportunity to study musicianship or who would like to brush up on their musical knowledge. Class study will consist of score readings in each major historical period, guided listening to major works, ear training, and composition exercises. The focus will always be on a friendly, non-competitive atmosphere! Free for students enrolled in private lesson instruction at MIC.
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Matthew Hagle
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Kate Nir
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Mike O'Mara
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Browse Adult Small Group Instruction Classes Now »
Small Group classes are a great way to be introduced to a new instrument and build skills while learning in a friendly environment with peers. MIC offers small group instruction in piano, guitar, voice, and percussion.
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Michael La Tour
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Barbara Ann Martin
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Julia Miller
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Dr. Karl E. H. Seigfried
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David Shaw
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Browse New Horizons Band Classes Now »
The New Horizons Band program, for adults ages 50 or older, is based on a program founded at the Eastman School of Music.
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Michael Buckwalter
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Stanley Davis
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Laura Hamm
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Charles Hawes
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Debbie Katz Knowles
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David Shaw
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Browse Orchestral Ensembles Classes Now »
Don't let your instrument sit idle in its case! MIC's adult orchestral programs include a community symphony, a non-performing group of string players with some prior experience, and early music ensembles. Also enjoy meeting and working with other musicians.
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Garry Clarke
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Lawrence Eckerling
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Rachelle Elizabeth Perrin
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Jim Setapen
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Roland Vamos
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Browse Teacher Training Classes Now »
In addition to high quality music education for all ages and ability levels, the Music Institute of Chicago offers professional development opportunities for music and general classroom teachers. By participating in these programs, educators may expand their knowledge and understanding of music, the teaching of music, and the benefits of creative arts therapies.
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Gilda Barston
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Corinne Ness
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Browse Vocal Ensembles Classes Now »
MIC offers a variety of vocal programs for adults interested in Musical Theater, choral ensembles, madrigal singing, or opera. Enjoy meeting and working with other adult vocalists in a friendly and supportive environment.
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Barbara Ann Martin
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Mike O'Mara
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Gregory Shifrin
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Lauren Elyse Sklar
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Alessandra Visconti
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Daniel Wallenberg
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