Our Mission
We provide an exceptional music education to a diverse community as a path for social, emotional and character development.
March is Collaboration month!
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Early Childhood
A great way to instill the joy and love of music in your child through a well-researched sequential curriculum.  A warm feeling of community with frequent opportunities to socialize with other families throughout the year.
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Suzuki-Orff Young Musicians
The Suzuki-Orff Young Musicians program at Chicago Center for Music Education uses the perfect recipe combining the Suzuki and Orff methodologies to teach children to speak the language of music.
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Developing Artists
Through our Developing Artists track we offer opportunities for growth to those who have already established a strong musical foundation as well as those who are starting their musical journey at 8 years or older.
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Community Music
At the Chicago Center for Music Education we believe that everyone can benefit from the process of making music.  Even if you have no musical experience at all, you can still add musical fun to your life.
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In-Schools Program
The Chicago Center for Music Education (ChiME) maintains a commitment to bring about whole school change by providing year-round, age-appropriate music programs directly to schools.
Social, Emotional, and Character Development
Self-confidence
Listening
Patience
Respect
Perseverance
Self-expression
Problem Solving
Set, work toward, and achieve goals
Discipline
Self-assessment
Giving back
Collaboration
Empathy with others from diverse backgrounds
Quality standards
Pro-activity
Motivation 

Upcoming Events

Saturday, February 28
2:30pm-Guitar Graduation Recital
Saturday, March 7
1:30pm-Suzuki Basics for Parents
2:30pm and 4:00pm-String Department Recital
March 13 and 14
Andy Costello Piano Workshop
Saturday, March 14
1:30pm and 2:30pm-All-School Recital
Click here for our Family Handbook.