ACAFELLAZ
This male glee club rehearses once a week and is open to all men regardless
of current membership in a choral organization. A wide range of literature
is performed and at least two concert appearances are made each year.
Members of the Singing Griffins may participate in IHSA Music contest
and the spring musical.
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the Accafellaz in Concert
BLUE
NOTES
These select female ensembles rehearse once a week and are open to
all women in A Cappella Choir, Concert Chorale & Treble Choir
by audition. The groups perform a wide range of music in the lighter
style.
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the Blue Notes in Concert
BLUE REVUE - JAZZ CHOIR
This vocal jazz ensemble is open to men and women in grades 11 &
12 who wish to pursue singing in the vocal jazz idiom. The ensemble
rehearses during study hall each day and one evening each week. The
literature is generally of moderate to high difficulty. The ensemble
meets during the second semester only.
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the Jazz Choir in Concert
JAZZ
ENSEMBLES
The music department sponsors the L-W East Jazz Band which performs
at various Concerts, Jazz Festivals, and community events. The band
presents music in a wide variety of styles. Membership is open to
all students currently enrolled in a Lincoln-Way Band. Exceptions
will be made for special instrumentation and must be approved by the
director and music department chairman.
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the Jazz Bands in Concert
MADRIGAL
SINGERS, MADRIGAL LADIES and TROUBADOURS
The premier vocal ensemble has been in existence for the past 30 years
presenting the annual Madrigal Dinner Concerts in December. The Madrigal
Singers are selected by audition from members of the A Cappella Choir.
Members of the Concert Chorale, Treble Choir, and Singing Griffins
help with the production of the dinners each year. The ensemble rehearses
during study hall each day and at least one evening each week.
View the Madrigal Dinners
MADRIGAL
SINGER in Concert
MADRIGAL LADIES in Concert
TROUBADOURS in Concert
MARCHING
GRIFFINS
The Marching Griffins is Lincoln-Way East’s traveling and competing
marching unit. The roster includes, in addition to the playing block
of winds, the Griffins Color Guard and an award winning drumline.
Participation begins with fundamental instruction and music/marching
auditions in May. When selected for membership, student involvement
continues with summer drills and parade performances. All members
are expected to attend the L-W Summer Band Camp for intensive marching
drill and music rehearsals. After school begins, additional drills
are held a minimum of three days a week after school, while most fall
weekends are given over to performances or special rehearsals. The
season culminates in the annual “Sounds of the Stadium”
Marching Band Concert.
Each member of the Marching Griffin is expected to make a full commitment
to the organization in terms of both faithful attendance and maximum
effort. Excuses from rehearsal or performances are not allowed except
for illness or death in the immediate family.
PEP
BAND
The Pep Band provides music and enthusiasm to the home Griffin basketball
games. The selection process takes place after the Marching Griffin
season.
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SPRING
MUSICAL
Any student of Lincoln-Way East High School may audition for the spring
musical. The musicals of Lincoln-Way enjoy a prestigious tradition
of quality due to the great commitment of the people involved. Students
may be in the cast or on the production staff. Rehearsals begin in
late February with the performance in early May.
View the 2007 Spring Musical
TRI-M
NATIONAL MUSIC SOCIETY
Tri-M is the international honor society recognizing secondary
music students for their musical ability, academic excellence, school
involvement, and community service. See what we have to offer!
For more information.
WINTER
PERCUSSION
The Lincoln-Way East Winter Percussion Ensemble is open to any student
currently enrolled in the Lincoln-Way East Bands. Using percussion
instruments, the 30 member percussion ensemble performs throughout
the community, state, and nation. All rehearsals and performances
are required and are held after school or on the weekends. Clinicians,
and percussion specialists are utilized to enhance the performance
of the ensemble. Members qualify for the ensemble through auditions
held after the marching season. The activity develops the students
both mentally and physically. Membership is open to all students involved
in the Lincoln-Way East Music Program or by special invitation of
the directors. Competitions and performances run through April.
WINTER
GUARD
The Lincoln-Way East Winter Guard is an active member in the Midwest
Color Guard Circuit. Through music, the 30 member organization responds
to the emotions and stimuli with the use of dance, props, and color
guard equipment. The activity develops the students both mentally
and physically. Membership is open to all students involved in the
Lincoln-Way East Music Program or by special invitation of the directors.
Rehearsals are required and are held after school and on the weekends.
The Guard travels extensively throughout the Midwest. They have earned
national recognition, by successfully competing in the Winter Guard
International Competition. Auditions are held in November and competitions
run through April.
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