Bring Music, Dance, Theater & Arts Programs to Your School or Organization!
Performing Arts Enrichment Programs for Chicago Schools & Organizations
Music House partners with Chicago schools to bring high-quality music, dance, theater, arts enrichment, before-school, after-school, and in-school programming directly to students. Since 1951, Music House has partnered with public schools, private schools, charter schools, preschools, and community organizations across Chicago to provide engaging, inclusive arts education for children of all ages.
Whether your school is looking for music classes, dance enrichment, musical theater programs, artist residencies, before-school or after-school programming, camps, performances, or custom arts integration opportunities, we work with schools to create programs tailored to their students, goals, and budget.
Our experienced teaching artists specialize in creating inspiring and engaging learning experiences that help students build confidence, creativity, collaboration, and a lifelong love for the arts.’’
Why Schools Choose Music House:
At Music House, we believe the arts are about far more than learning an instrument, mastering choreography, or preparing for a performance. We believe the arts help young people discover confidence, find belonging, express themselves, build meaningful relationships, and grow into compassionate, creative, and resilient people.
For more than 75 years, schools across Chicago have trusted Music House to partner with them in creating inspiring, engaging, and inclusive arts experiences that strengthen not only student learning, but school community.
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We know every school community is unique. That’s why we take the time to listen, collaborate, and design programming that aligns with your school’s goals, culture, schedule, and students’ needs.
Whether your priorities are enrichment, student engagement, arts access, confidence building, social-emotional learning, performance opportunities, attendance, family involvement, or simply creating more joy in the school day, we work alongside school leaders to create meaningful programs that make an impact.
We see ourselves as an extension of your school community — not an outside vendor.
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At Music House, we believe every child deserves a place where they feel seen, valued, capable, and encouraged to take creative risks.
Through music, dance, theater, movement, and collaborative arts experiences, students practice important life skills including:
Confidence & self-expression
Collaboration & teamwork
Empathy & listening
Creativity & problem-solving
Discipline & perseverance
Leadership & responsibility
Communication & stage presence
Respect for themselves and others
In our classrooms, students learn to encourage one another, try new things, support peers, celebrate differences, and take pride in their growth - both as artists and as people.
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Strong arts programming can transform the feeling of a school community.
We partner with schools to create spaces where students feel connected, families feel engaged, and joyful moments of collaboration become part of everyday school life. From hallway performances and showcases to school musicals, assemblies, and family events, we love helping schools create moments that build pride, connection, and shared memories.
Our programs often become places where students who may not always feel connected elsewhere discover confidence, friendship, and a sense of belonging.
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Our teaching artists are skilled educators, performers, and arts professionals who understand how to create classrooms that are nurturing, engaging, structured, and inclusive.
We believe students learn best when they feel safe, challenged, supported, and genuinely known by the adults around them.
Our teachers are committed not only to artistic growth, but to helping students build confidence, curiosity, resilience, and joy through the creative process.
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We know schools have different schedules, budgets, and goals. We work collaboratively to create programming that fits your needs, including:
Before-school, during-school, and after-school programs
Arts enrichment & residencies
Music, dance, theater, and interdisciplinary arts programming
Early childhood arts education
Workshops, camps, and special events
Performances, showcases, and school productions
Together, we create programs that help students grow not just as artists, but as confident, connected, and creative members of your school community.
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Bennett Day School
Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy
Chase School
Chappell School
Chicago Hopes for Kids
Chopin Elementary School
Darwin Elementary
Drummond Montessori
Edgebrook School
Edison Regional Gifted Academy
Family Matters
Franklin Fine Arts School
The Gardner School (North Center and West Loop)
Goethe Elementary School
Guidepost Montessori
Hamilton Elementary
Harriet Tubman Elementary
JCC Preschool
Morton School of Excellence
Murphy Elementary
Portage Park Elementary
A.N. Pritzker School
Rush Therepeutic Day School
Skinner West School
Skinner North School
Stone Scholastic Academy
St. Sylvester School
Suder Montessori
Thorp Elementary School
Programs We Bring to Schools
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Before school, during school, after school, enrichment, electives, residencies, and workshops
Music House offers engaging, high-quality music education for students of all ages and experience levels. Programs can be designed as ongoing weekly classes, semester programs, artist residencies, electives, clubs, ensembles, or performance-based experiences.
Offerings may include:
Piano & Keyboard
Violin, Viola & Cello
Guitar & Ukulele
Drums & Percussion
Rock Band
Choir & Vocal Music
Songwriting & Composition
Orchestra & Small Ensembles
Bucket Drumming / Drumming
Music & Movement
General Music
Music Appreciation
Intro to Instrument Exploration
Early Childhood Music
Cultural & World Music
Recording & Music Production
Performance-Based Music Programs
And much more! Programs can be customized based on your students’ ages, interests, schedule, and school goals.
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Before school, during school, after school, enrichment, residencies, and workshops
Our dance classes encourage creativity, confidence, coordination, and self-expression while introducing students to a wide variety of dance styles.
Offerings may include:
Creative Movement
Ballet
Hip Hop
Jazz
Contemporary / Modern Dance
Musical Theater Dance
Tap
Partner Dancing
Cultural & World Dance
Movement for Early Childhood
Choreography & Composition
Performance-Based Dance Programs
Programs can be adapted for preschool through teen students and aligned with school themes, performances, or curriculum goals.
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Before school, during school, after school, enrichment, productions, and workshops
Students build confidence, creativity, collaboration, and communication skills through theater experiences designed for all ages and levels.
Offerings may include:
Musical Theater
Acting
Improvisation
Storytelling
Scene Study
Character Development
Audition Preparation
Voice & Stage Presence
Script Writing
Play Production
Devised Theater
Performance Showcases
Programs may culminate in an informal sharing, showcase, or full-scale production.
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For preschool, Pre-K, and early elementary students
Engaging, play-based experiences designed to support creativity, confidence, school readiness, social-emotional growth, and joyful learning through movement, rhythm, singing, and imaginative play.
Programs may include:
Music & Movement
Creative Dance
Storytelling Through Music
Sensory-Based Arts Exploration
Rhythm & Percussion
Early Childhood Theater & Imaginative Play
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Bring your vision to life
Looking for something unique? Music House partners with schools to design customized arts residencies and enrichment experiences based on your school community, goals, budget, and schedule.
Examples include:
Multi-Arts Residencies
Arts Integration Programs
Cultural Arts Programming
School Musicals & Productions
Creative Movement for Classrooms
SEL Through the Arts
Assembly Programs
Interdisciplinary Arts Experiences
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Music House can provide engaging arts programming for:
School Break Camps
Summer Camps
Professional Development Days
Family Arts Nights
One-Day Workshops
Arts Intensives
Cultural Celebrations
Special School Events
Performance Opportunities
We believe the arts come alive through sharing and celebration. Programs may include:
Informal Class Sharings
School Performances
Concerts
Musical Theater Productions
Community Performances
Assemblies
Family Showcase Events
We’d love to connect!
Let’s get the conversation started. We enjoy the process of brainstorming and we are here to serve you! Our offerings go beyond music, art, dance, and theater- we innovate, engage, inspire students across Chicago and tailor classes to meet your community.
We can’t wait to meet you!
