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!

Orchestra Masterworks Concert #207Now #musiceducation #orchestra @mworchestras @mainewestfab

 

Tonight's Orchestra Masterworks Concert was a stunning celebration of musical depth, discipline, and artistry. Students performed with incredible poise and passion, tackling a challenging program of diverse repertoire that highlighted their growth and talent.

Bravo to our orchestra students and to our guest conductor for this quarter, Mr. Michael Follis! Thank you for all of your incredible work with the students of Maine West!

The program from tonight's concert can be found HERE.

More pictures from the concert can be viewed HERE.

If you missed the performance, we invite you to view the concert stream below! Thank you to WMTH, Ms. Rebecca Fisher and the video production interns for streaming tonight's concert!

Congratulations to senior Odom Mom on receiving the National School Orchestra Award!

Congratulations to senior Emma Penumaka for receiving the Director's Award!

Congratulations to senior Madison Story for receiving the Leonard Bernstein Musicianship Award!

Orchestra Chamber Music Night #207Now #chambermusic #musiceducation @mworchestras @mainewestfab

 

On Thursday, February 27th, members of the Maine West Orchestra program performed a concert of Chamber Music for family and friends. The program featured a diverse repertoire, all selected by students. Congratulations to all of the student performers and their director, Ms. Daniella Valdez!

HERE is the program from the concert.

HERE are more pictures to enjoy.

If you missed the performance, or would like to watch it again, please view it 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!

Des Plaines Orchestra Festival 2024 #207Now #62Learns #orchestra #musiceducation @mworchestras @62schools @mainewestfab

 

On Tuesday, October 22nd, Maine West had the pleasure of hosting over 130 area middle school orchestra students and their directors from Chippewa, Algonquin and Iroquois for the annual Des Plaines Orchestra Festival.

During the school day, students participated in rehearsals and workshops, with a special highlight being our guest clinician, Dr. Diego Piedra, the conductor of the Valparaiso University Orchestra.

The evening concert allowed each separate ensemble to shine in the spotlight with a piece or two performed independently, and then culminated with a mega-orchestra performance with all students performing Mechanical Monsters by Randall Standridge.

Thank you to all of the students and families for coming to West to participate in this very special community event!

Thank you to directors Kristin Vaziri, Dion Morales, Dominique Radtke and Daniella Valdez for organizing the events!

HERE is a folder full of pictures from tonight's concert. 

HERE is the concert program.

If you missed tonight's concert, please watch the livestream below: