Our Mission

ChiME provides access to evidence-based therapy and engagement-based music programs that develop critical skills and foster self and social growth.

OUR VISION

We aim to inspire a higher level of humanity through music.

OUR PROMISE

Everyone can make music at ChiME! We believe that everyone should have access to engaging and  culturally responsive music programs, regardless of their economic status or accommodation needs.

We aim to remove participation barriers by offering tuition assistance to individuals and partner schools and a wide range of therapeutic accommodations for diverse learners and students with disabilities. 

We prioritize both the joy of active participation in music-making and the development of life skills.

Our goal is to provide opportunities for students to tap into their creativity, express themselves musically, be part of an inclusive community, and reach their true potential.

Find the Program that is Right for You:

Registration for Spring Programs is Open now

​Classes Are Underway!

Classes for Little Ones (ages 0-4)
Buddy Band (ages 4-15)
Music Therapy (all ages)
Private Lessons (ages 4 and up)

REGISTER ONLINE
or contact us for more information
312-738-2646
[email protected] 
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Watch our Video to learn more about ChiME's Programs

Our Commitment
​to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As community arts educators we have a responsibility to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion as a crucial part of our work to ensure that our programming: 
  • helps all individuals experience interactions that nurture their full range of social, emotional, cognitive, physical and linguistic abilities; 
  • presents a curriculum and programming that is bias-free and reflects and models fundamental principles of fairness and justice; 
  • is delivered by teaching artists and therapists who are skilled in the delivery of culturally responsive pedagogy and who value each individual for who they are and what they bring to our community of learners.

Contact us to start
​making music with ChiME!

​Chicago Center for Music Education
1148 West Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642
​312.738.2646
[email protected]
Why Should You Choose ChiME? 
Here are some reflections shared by past and current ChiME participants: 
Music for All of Life's Situations
"We can’t thank you enough for what you have provided for us as parents to help our son have songs to hear with whatever life event he comes across."
Ty, parent of an Early Childhood class student
Bring ChiME to your school or organization! 
"ChiME has been an agent of change in our school community."
Matthew Katz, School Director, Tamayo Elementary
Healing through Music Therapy at ChiME
"Music [therapy] gives her brain a unique opportunity to send signals to her limbs and start moving to the beat."
Joanna, parent