Our Time 1998

T his year, the fine arts department continued to be a center for talent and enjoyment. Every day, evidence of artistic activity occurred on campus. From the sweet melody of choral voices and violin strings to the sound of speeding pottery wheels, we proved that contrary to popular belief, IMSA students hardly limit themselves to the math and sciences. Truly dedicated, music students braved frigid indoor temperatures and the occassional untuned pianos of the practice rooms, all in the name of perfecting their art. However, their labor proved well worth their while, for their reputation launched them into a position of high demand. For example, the combined instrumental and vocal performance at the Drake hotel rewarded t hem with a free dinner, accompanied by brilliant praise. The orchestra was invited to play at Skate-on-State; they even enjoyed some slippery fun afterwards. Madrigals perfomed at several public func– tions, including a special concert at the Art Institute, and a special request to sing at a Civic Center. Upon the completion of the school year, both instrumentalists and vocalists left to tour Toronto, in their farthest joint excur– sion ever. Even with all their achievements abroad, music students still found that the most satisfaction came from the simplest of common pleasures. "Everyone in our choir loves to sing, they are not forced to. The result is an atmo– sphere of both intensity and emotion," explains Senior Jeff Palenik. Students proved their devotion to music in the face of harsh scheduling restrictions and financial cutbacks. By expressing their continued interest in playing and singing, they showed that they were willing to overcome any obstacle to experience the fulfillment of their chosen musical outlet. The visual arts contributed to the character of this campus, as well. Students captured pictoresque momen ts on film, and displayed t hem throughout the school for everyone's benefit. Ceramic students discovered a creative freedom in choosing their own projects to complete, utilizing the versatile med i um of clay. Left: During their break, Eunice Lee and Maria Luckey diligently practice the third Brandenberg Concerto. Above: As Gustavo Setrini is forcibly removed from the stage by DJ Jones and Carrie Giordano, Jane Kim, Kristin Krukenberg, Margaret O 'Leary, Matt Day and Stephanie Sun let their sweet voices ring through the air. &4caAemicss \131