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!

Dimensions "Perspectives" Concert #207Now #musiceducation @mainewestband @mworchestras @mainewestchoir @mainewestfab

What an unforgettable evening at Dimensions 2024: Perspectives! Our students from band, choir, orchestra, and music production delivered performances that showcased their hard work, creativity, and passion.

The theme of "Perspectives" came to life through their artistry, reminding us how music can open our minds to new ways of seeing and experiencing the world. From intricate harmonies to innovative compositions, every note reflected their dedication and collaboration. Students delivered powerful speeches that deeply connected to the theme, offering the audience meaningful perspectives to reflect on and inspiring new ways of thinking!

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate these talented students. Their success is a testament to the power of the arts to inspire, connect, and transform. Bravo to all who performed—you’ve made your school and community proud!

HERE is the Dimensions Concert program.

HERE is a folder full of pictures.

A big thanks to the Maine West Fine Arts Boosters for supporting a pizza dinner for every student and staff member involved in the Dimensions Concert!

Maine West's Irene Han Earns All-State Honors in Music! #207Now #Excellence #allstate #musiceducation #IMEC2025 @ILMEA @mainewestchoir @mainewestfab

We recently learned that Maine West singer, Irene Han, has earned All-State Honors! She 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 29th-February 1st, 2025. 

Irene will perform as a soprano II singer with the All-State Chorus. Earning a placement in the IMEC All-State conference distinguishes Irene 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 Irene!

Warrior Homecoming 2024! #207Now #homecoming @mainewestband @mainewestchoir @mainewestfab

 

Homecoming is one of the most exciting times of the year at Maine West, and no Homecoming celebration is complete without the incredible energy of our marching band! Each year, our talented musicians bring the spirit of the season to life with their powerful performances, helping to ignite school pride across campus. Today, West was alive with school spirit, celebrating Homecoming 2024! The Marching Warriors treated the spectators to part of their competition show, MAD ROMANCE - The Joker's Tale!

At the Homecoming Assembly, the Choraliers kicked off the festivities with a beautiful performance of the National Anthem.

Also performing at the Assembly was DJ Josh Jimenez! This was the first time we had a live student DJ perform, and DJ Josh did an amazing job!

Thank you to the family, friends and fans of the Maine West Fine Arts Boosters for all of your efforts to support the band and all of our programs during Homecoming and all year round!

Many more pictures from Homecoming 2024 can be found HERE.

Two Maine West Drama & Choir Students Selected for All-State Musical Production! #207Now #allstate #musicaltheatre @mainewestdrama @mainewestchoir @illinoistheatreassociation @mainewestfab

 

We recently learned that TWO Maine West Drama and Choir students - Irene Han and Jaiden Maisonet - have been selected by competitive audition for the Illinois Theatre Association's All-State production of The Prom!

Selection for the ITA All-State production distinguishes these students as some of the best actors and singers in the state of Illinois! We are so proud of you, Jaiden and Irene, and can't wait to see you perform at Theatre Fest in January 2025! Thank you to Mr. Harmon and Mr. Schiffer for mentoring these students toward this success!