We are thrilled to host an unforgettable evening benefiting equal access and excellence in music education on April 25, 2025.
Join us at the Four Seasons Chicago as we gather together as a Merit community, experience amazing student performances, and honor our special guests for their contributions to the arts.
Honoring:
Emanuel Ax
Richard L. Thomas
Gala Chairs:
Laura Thomas Bergman
Dave Thomas and Vesna Radisic
Richard Thomas, Jr. and Aurea Thomas
Honorary Gala Chairs:
Ellen and Paul Gignilliat
Judy and Verne Istock
If possible, kindly consider check or wire transfer payment for gifts of $5,000+.
*Please note PJH & Associates’ new address, listed below*
Please send payments to:
Merit School of Music
c/o PJH & Associates, Inc.
70 West Madison Street
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60602
Event Contact: Jane Finegan
About Merit School of Music
Merit is dedicated to helping young people transform their lives by providing equal access to a high-quality music education, with 81 percent of students participating at no or a reduced cost thanks to need-based financial aid and free-in school programming. Merit enables motivated students, regardless of economic circumstance, to develop their talent and to use music as a springboard for achieving their full personal potential, with virtually 100 percent of our Conservatory graduates going on to college.
For more information about the Merit School of Music, please visit meritmusic.org