The Music Institute of Chicago, a leading nonprofit music school with over 90 years of history, is dedicated to transforming lives through exceptional music education and performance. Located in the heart of Evanston, the Institute’s Evanston Campus is home to teaching studios, rehearsal spaces, and the elegant Nichols Concert Hall, a renowned venue that hosts performances featuring MIC students, faculty, and prominent Chicago-area artists and ensembles.

Offering a comprehensive range of private lessons and group classes for students of all ages and skill levels, the Music Institute of Chicago provides in-person and online instruction across numerous instruments, voice, theory, and composition. With a distinguished faculty of professional musicians and educators, the Institute fosters musical excellence, creativity, and a lifelong appreciation for the arts.

Beyond instruction, the Music Institute of Chicago enriches the local community through a vibrant calendar of concerts, engaging audiences with classical, jazz, and family-friendly performances in the beautifully restored Nichols Concert Hall. The Evanston campus is conveniently located near the Davis Street CTA and Metra stations, with accessible parking options nearby.

The Institute also offers facility rentals for individuals and groups seeking quality rehearsal or practice space. Whether you’re looking to develop your musical talents, attend inspiring concerts, or become part of a thriving artistic community, the Music Institute of Chicago stands as a cornerstone of music education and cultural life in Evanston and the greater Chicago area.