{"id":25244,"date":"2019-11-07T06:12:10","date_gmt":"2019-11-07T12:12:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.imsa.edu\/acronym\/?p=25244"},"modified":"2019-11-07T06:12:10","modified_gmt":"2019-11-07T12:12:10","slug":"marvel-and-the-masters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.imsa.edu\/acronym\/2019\/11\/07\/marvel-and-the-masters\/","title":{"rendered":"Marvel and the Masters"},"content":{"rendered":"

Last Friday\u2019s orchestra and band concert were one for the books. Centered around the theme \u201cMarvel and the Masters\u201d, the concert included music from Marvel superhero movies, along with more advanced, well-known pieces from Mozart, Bach, and many more. All pieces were conducted by <\/span>Mary Beth McCarthy<\/b>, IMSA\u2019s orchestra and band teacher.<\/span><\/p>\n

The concert started with three pieces from the Concert Band: \u201cGuardians of the Galaxy\u201d, \u201cGalop (Dance of the Hours)\u201d, and \u201cWhat\u2019s Up at the Symphony\u201d. <\/span>Shehzad Bajowala (\u201822)<\/b>, a member of Concert Band states that \u201cGalop\u201d was his favorite song because \u201cthe melody is shared between every section of the band, making the piece very cohesive\u201d. <\/span><\/p>\n

Next was the String Orchestra, which also played three pieces: \u201cTheme From Spider-Man\u201d, \u201cEine Kleine Nachtmusik\u201d, and \u201cTheme From Ant-Man\u201d. <\/span>Haley Rodriguez (\u201822)<\/b> claims her favorite piece was \u201cEine Kleine Nachtmusik\u201d since it\u2019s a classical piece that most people are familiar with. While playing, Haley compared the orchestra\u2019s performance \u201cwith professional orchestras that also played it\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n

Chamber Orchestra, a higher-level orchestra, came on stage following Concert Orchestra. Once again, three songs were performed: \u201cBlack Panther\u201d, \u201cAdagio for Strings\u201d, and \u201cMusic From the Avengers\u201d. Many members of this orchestra, along with the top players from String Orchestra and the bands came together to beautifully play \u201cIl Barbiere Di Siviglia\u201d. <\/span><\/p>\n

The concert ended with an act from Wind Ensemble, which played three pieces: \u201cAvengers: Endgame\u201d, \u201cSecond Suite in F for Military Band I. March\u201d. The final piece of the night, all irony included, was named \u201cFinale: Symphony No. 4 in F Minor\u201d. <\/span><\/p>\n

In the transition between songs, solos were played by talented musicians from each section, including Zach Eness, Natalie Oliven, Cindy Oh, and Thomas Johnson. <\/span><\/p>\n

For the concert, the auditorium was decorated with fairy lights, several superhero symbols, and inflatables along the staircases. All decorations were provided by the art department, who graciously devoted their time and effort into making the auditorium beautiful. Mrs. McCarthy expresses that there was a \u201cterrific collaboration between the music and art department\u201d, making the showcase even better. As well, the art department added an aspect of audience involvement, as students dressed as villains ran through the aisles, dancing or making faces at audience members. <\/span><\/p>\n

At a STEM school, the music program is frequently overlooked or forgotten. However, students in orchestra and band classes stay deeply committed due to their passion for their instrument. <\/span>Rachel Selvaraj (\u201822), <\/b>the concertmaster of String Orchestra, states that playing her violin allows her to truly express herself when words can\u2019t. For example, she can play \u201can angry song on a bad day\u201d that corresponds with her mood. <\/span>Rujuta Durwas (\u201822), <\/b>similarly explains that playing her instrument has given her perseverance, as she pushes herself to practice to get over difficult spots in the music. <\/span><\/p>\n

After months of hard work and dedication, IMSA\u2019s orchestra and band students performed exceptionally for their first concert of the year. Don\u2019t forget to catch the upcoming concert, \u201cSleigh Ride Around the World\u201d on December 13th! <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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