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Merit School of Music

Merit School of Music

Merit School of Music is a nationally accredited music school located in Chicago’s West Loop. Our primary goals are to remove economic barriers to participation, help young people achieve their full musical and personal potential, and stimulate personal and educational growth through music. For 37 years, we have been home to a diverse community of talented young musicians and have acted as a springboard for...

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Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra

Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra

Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras (CYSO) has provided music education through orchestral programs and performance opportunities of the highest caliber since 1946. CYSO not only offers exceptional ensemble training to student musicians, it provides inspiring performances for audiences worldwide and engages the Chicago community through music. Each year, the organization serves nearly 500 talented Chicago-area musicians ages 6-18 through three full orchestras, three string orchestras, multiple steel orchestras...

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The Hospitality Business Association of Chicago

The Hospitality Business Association of Chicago

The Hospitality Business Association of Chicago (HBAC) is a non-profit chamber of commerce for locally owned hospitality businesses in Chicago.  The Association was founded in 2005 and has over 200 dues paying member businesses.  HBAC’s mission is to promote, protect, and inform locally owned hospitality businesses while also educating the community about the many positive economic, cultural, and quality of life benefits generated by Chicago’s...

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Chicago Cabaret Professionals

Chicago Cabaret Professionals

Founded in 1998, Chicago Cabaret Professionals is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, dedicated with passion to the Art of Cabaret. CCP is an alliance of advocates for the Art of Cabaret who have come together to promote public appreciation of Cabaret. CCP members include seasoned and aspiring performers, composers, lyricists, producers, directors, writers, presenters, venues and friends. We promote the Art of Cabaret by educating performers,...

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Chicago Artists Coalition

Chicago Artists Coalition

The mission of the Chicago Artists Coalition is to build a sustainable marketplace for entrepreneurial artists and creatives. As pioneers in advocacy and professional development, we capitalize on the intersection of art and enterprise by activating collaborative partnerships and developing innovative resources. The Chicago Artists Coalition is committed to cultivating groundbreaking exhibitions and educational opportunities, and to building a diverse community of artistic leaders that defines the place...

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