Full of imagination, passion and drive, our students define New Music School. Students from various backgrounds and experiences work together to create a unified and progressive community. NMS promotes individuality and encourages students to think outside the box. Our faculty and staff provide a safe environment that allows students to fully express their creative spirit and always have fun!
NMS honors the accomplishments of our students. Many participants have been selected to study at and perform with the following institutions and ensembles.
Music Ensembles
Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra, IMEA All State Band and Orchestra, Midwest Young Artists, North Shore Honor Band
Summer Festivals
Aspen Summer Music Festival, Boston University Tanglewood Institute, Interlochen Center for the Arts, Julliard Summer Programs
Collegiate Music Programs
DePaul University, Eastman School of Music, Northwestern University, Oberlin College: Conservatory of Music, Peabody Conservatory of Music, The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, University of Michigan
Universities and Colleges
Brandeis University, Loyola University Chicago, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Penn State University, Stanford University, University of Pennsylvania, Yale University.