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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2027-02-08 | - |
Program Overview
Northern Illinois University College of Visual and Performing Arts
The College of Visual and Performing Arts at Northern Illinois University offers a variety of programs through its Office of External Programs.
Community School of the Arts
The Community School of the Arts provides music education and other arts programs for the community.
General Information
- About the Community School of the Arts
- Calendar
- Payments and Refunds
- Scholarships and Grants
- Recitals and Concerts
- Sinfonia Concerto Competition
- Student Attendance and Safety
- Teacher Biographies
- Parking at NIU
- Donate
Programs
- Music Classes (group)
- Music Lessons
- Ensembles
- Suzuki Program
- Advanced String Quartet Workshop
- Junior Chamber Music Workshop
- Registration
Children's Music Education
The Children's Music Education program offers classes for young children.
Prelude
Ages 1-3 (first-time 3-year-olds enroll in Prelude) In this class, your child will have fun exploring the sights and sounds of our world. Students will enjoy listening to music, creative movement, songs, and games. The curriculum changes every semester. A caregiver must accompany your child to class.
Spring 2026 Classes
- Dates: Feb. 8 through May 10 (12 Sundays), with no class on Mar. 1 and Apr. 5
- Time: 1:30-2 p.m.
- Location: Music Building, room 103
- Fee: $150
- Teacher: Laurie Rodriguez
Development
Ages 3-5 (first-time 3-year-olds enroll in Prelude) Your child will learn about our world through music games and activities in this class. Students will continue to learn about rhythm, dance, song, meter, and dynamics. They will also explore musical instruments. This class will help prepare your child to begin private music lessons. A caregiver must accompany your child to class.
Spring 2026 Classes
- Dates: Feb. 8 through May 10 (12 Sundays), with no class on Mar. 1 and Apr. 5
- Time: 2:15-2:45 p.m.
- Location: Music Building, room 103
- Fee: $150
- Teacher: Laurie Rodriguez
Other Programs
Other programs offered include:
- Music Classes
- Piano Starter
- Adult Piano
- Guitar Basics
- Intermediate Guitar
- Guitar for Kids
- ILMEA Summer Preparation for Violinists
- Community School of the Arts Programs
- Music Classes (group)
- Music Lessons
- Ensembles
- Suzuki Program
- Advanced String Quartet Workshop
- Junior Chamber Music Workshop
- Registration
