Dimensions: Celebrate! Music Concert #207Now @mainewestfab

 

This year’s Dimensions Concert lit up the auditorium with joy and energy! Students from band, choir, and orchestra came together, creating a night filled with color, connection, and the pure fun of making music as a community.

The theme Celebrate came to life in every piece. Ensembles highlighted moments of triumph, gratitude, and shared experience, reminding everyone why the arts matter so much in our school. From start to finish, the concert felt like a joyful look at everything our students have worked toward this year—performing together, supporting one another, and sharing music that means something to them.

Congratulations to all of the student musicians and their directors - Mr. Bernie Gerstmayr, Ms. Stefanie Herrera and Ms. Daniella Valdez - on a fantastic performance!

Many more pictures from tonight's concert may be found HERE.

The concert program may be found HERE. 

Thank you to WMTH and Ms. Rebecca Fisher for video recording tonight's concert. Enjoy their production below:

Thank you to the Maine West Fine Arts Boosters for supporting - both financially and through volunteer efforts - a pizza dinner that was served to all student participants - on stage and behind the scenes!

West's Cris Lawpattanapong Earns All-State Music Honors! #207Now #excellence #ILMEA @mainewestchoir @mainewestfab

 
We recently learned that Maine West singer, Cristopher Lawpattanapong, has earned All-State Honors! He will be representing Maine West at the state-level event called the Illinois Music Education Conference (IMEC), which will be held in the Civic Center in Peoria, Illinois January 28th-31st, 2026. 

Cris will perform as a bass I singer with the All-State Honors Chorus, the state's highest performing vocal ensemble. Earning a placement in the IMEC All-State conference distinguishes Cris as one of the best music students in the state of Illinois, and is a testament to years of hard work and dedication as a  musician. The entire Maine West community is incredibly proud of Cris!

2025 Des Plaines Choral Festival #207Now #choir #sing @mainewestchoir @d62schools @mainewestfab

 

Today, we had the pleasure of hosting elementary and middle school students from schools in Community Consolidated School District 62 at Maine West at our annual Des Plaines Choral Festival! During the day, students participated in rehearsals, working with Mr. Nathan Coon and Ms. Stefanie Herrera. 

In the evening, the students filled the spectator gym with their voices, singing beautifully in their individual groups and together! 

Together, hundreds of young musicians shared the joy of singing and celebrated the power of community through music.

Bravo to all the singers and directors for an outstanding performance!

You can view the livestream of the event below:

HERE is the concert program.

HERE is a folder full of pictures.

A huge thank you to our parent volunteers with the Maine West Fine Arts Boosters!

Music Awards Celebration 2025! #207Now #musiceducation @mainewestband @mworchestras @mainewestchoir @mainewestfab

 

Last night’s Music Awards celebration was a powerful reminder of why the arts matter. We came together to honor the growth, dedication, and incredible talent of our band, choir, and orchestra students. Representatives from each grade level delivered heartfelt speeches, sharing how their experiences in the music program at West have shaped them and why it continues to mean so much.

The evening was filled with joy, pride, and inspiration. From awards for musicianship and leadership to creativity and spirit, each recognition reflected the passion our students bring to every rehearsal, performance, and collaboration. These awards weren’t just about achievement—they celebrated the vibrant community we’ve built through music.

Thank you to our amazing staff, families, and friends for your ongoing support. And to our students: thank you for lifting each other up and making our program stronger, bolder, and more joyful every single day. We’re so proud of you! 

HERE are many more pictures from the Music Awards Night!

Spring Band & Choir Concert #207Now #musiceducation @mainewestband @mainewestchoir @mainewestfab

 

Last night’s Spring Band and Choir Concert was a beautiful celebration of talent, collaboration, and growth! Our students filled the auditorium with energy, passion, and artistry, showcasing months of hard work and dedication.

From the powerful harmonies of our choirs to the dynamic performances from each of our bands, the concert reflected the heart of our music program—community, creativity, and excellence. 

As we wrap up the school year, this concert reminds us why music matters. These performances are more than just notes on a page—they're expressions of identity, teamwork, and joy.

Bravo to all who performed! 

HERE is a link to the concert program. 

HERE is a link to a folder of more pictures.

Spring Choir Concert #207Now #choir #musiceducation @mainewestchoir @mainewestfab

 

Congratulations to all the singers in the Maine West Choir program and their director, Mr. Jim Schiffer, on an incredible Spring Concert! Each ensemble delivered a fantastic performance, showcasing the hard work, dedication, and musical growth they’ve achieved so far this year.

Thank you to our students, families, and community for supporting the arts at Maine West. We are so proud of our singers and can’t wait to hear what they accomplish next!

HERE is the concert program.

HERE is a folder full of pictures from the concert.

Thank you to WMTH and Ms. Rebecca Fisher for streaming tonight's concert! You can enjoy the livestream below!