The Bienen School of Music is pleased to offer tours and admission information sessions for students interested in majoring in music at Northwestern. Tour/information session registration is available on this page via the calendar. Music facilities tours and information sessions are offered on most Mondays and Fridays and select Thursdays.
The Office of Music Admission also offers virtual admission information sessions. These online sessions cover the application process, audition information, financial aid, degree options, and more.
Register for a Tour
The Bienen School of Music has partnered with the following hotels to offer auditioning students discounted rates. Please see each hotel listing below for rates, amenities, and booking information:
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston
0.8 miles to Bienen
1818 Maple Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
847.475.6400
Discount rate: $126 per night
Booking: Please use this link to book.
Amenities: Breakfast buffet included, in-hotel practice spaces, and complimentary shuttle service to and from the Bienen School of Music Monday-Friday between the hours of 6:00 AM-1:00 PM and 3:30 PM-8:00 PM. Reserve your shuttle spot at the hotel’s front desk.
Holiday Inn Chicago/North Evanston
0.9 miles to Bienen
1501 Sherman Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
888.465.4329
Discount rate: $85+ per night
Booking: Online booking is preferred via this link. If reserving by phone, mention the Bienen School of Music.
Amenities: In-hotel practice spaces
Hotel Orrington/Evanston
0.6 miles to Bienen
1710 Orrington Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
847.866.8700
Discount rate: $119 per night
Booking: Please use this link to book.
Amenities: In-hotel practice spaces
Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston
0.7 miles to Bienen
1515 Chicago Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
847.864.2300
Discount rate: $149-169 per night
Booking: Please use this link to book.
Amenities: Hot breakfast buffet included, in-hotel practice spaces