Music
Music is a science as it engages acoustics and includes graph reading. It is mathematicl in regard to rhythm and the subdivisions of time into fractions. Music is a foreign language that also teachers history through a contest of artistic interpretation of events. Music is physical education as it requires coordination of the fingers, hands, artms, diaphragm, chest and back.
Program Goals
- Encourage each student's giftedness.
- Provide opportunities for students to share their God-given talents with the community.
- Allow students to grow intellectually and aesthetically.
- Enable students to think critically.
- Teach students to communicate effectively.
After School Opportunities
- Instrumental and Vocal private lessons
- All-School Musical
- Solo-Ensemble Contest
- Christmas caroling in the community
- Performance trips
- All Catholic Band at DePaul University
- IMEA District Auditions
- MiniConcerts
- Piano Lab experience in Music: Bach to Rock
Classes: *denotes honors level option
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Celebrate this season of growth and renewal at our Spring Concerts: Chorus Concert on May 6, Strings Concert on May 7, and Band Concert on May 8!
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McAuley presented its spring play, I Never Saw Another Butterfly, on April 3 and 4, 2025. The cast and crew brought the story of survival, courage and hope to life through their strong acting, musical talents, and detailed set.
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Our Future Macs Preview Night was a great opportunity for junior high girls to learn more about Mother McAuley. With our supportive and dedicated faculty and staff on hand to welcome families and showcase our rigorous, college-prep curriculum; our more than 50+ clubs and organizations on display; our spring play hosting their opening night in the Auditorium; and so much more, the event was truly a MIGHTY showing of the McAuley educational experience.
Thank you to everyone who joined us! We can't wait to welcome you back to McAuley!
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On March 18, we hosted a ceremony and breakfast for students and their families to celebrate this semester's Macs with Merit! Macs with Merit is an award given to a student by a teacher or staff member on behalf of their honorable character, diligent work ethic, and notable contributions to the McAuley community.
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We kicked off St. Patrick’s Day weekend celebrating with WGN Morning News at the St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza! You may have spotted performances from our Mac Melody, A Cappella Choir, and BRMM Band!
View footage of the Brother Rice and Mother McAuley Band on WGN Morning News
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Theatre Workshop I and II students took a field trip to see Waitress at the Paramount Theatre last week. The show was directed by an alumna of our very own performing arts program, Katie Spelman '05!
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Mother McAuley's Show Choir, Mac Melody, is having a MIGHTY great competition season!
Earlier this month, Mac Melody won Grand Champions in their division at their competition in Chesterton, Indiana, and their band won Best Band! Last weekend, they won 3rd Runner Up and Best Crew at their competition in El Paso/Gridley.
Congratulations Macs & Crusaders! We are MIGHTY proud!
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The senior theater workshop students hosted their One Act Festival on February 19 in the auditorium! The cast, crew, and directors were thrilled to share their hard work.
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Get ready for a MAC-nificent summer at McAuley! Registration for summer camps is now open. Browse our camp offerings and get signed up today!
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We are MIGHTY proud to congratulate Amelie Villasenor '25, Grace Sebby '27, Amar Tadros '25, and Amanda Schuler '25 for their participation in the ILMEA All-State Choir and Orchestra!
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Happy Catholic Schools Week! Our entire school community gathered together this morning for a wonderful Mass to celebrate the theme of "United in Faith and Community."
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Our very own Bridget Stroner '23 is a current student at Saint Mary's College and performed with the Notre Dame Marching Band during the championship game.
![Senior selected as a crew member for Illinois All-State theatre production]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737558597/mothermcauley/dzvelwk66yf6gxl4ogmq/1-22-25EmilyGuzman1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737558597/mothermcauley/dzvelwk66yf6gxl4ogmq/1-22-25EmilyGuzman1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737558597/mothermcauley/dzvelwk66yf6gxl4ogmq/1-22-25EmilyGuzman1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1737558597/mothermcauley/dzvelwk66yf6gxl4ogmq/1-22-25EmilyGuzman1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1737558597/mothermcauley/dzvelwk66yf6gxl4ogmq/1-22-25EmilyGuzman1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737558597/mothermcauley/dzvelwk66yf6gxl4ogmq/1-22-25EmilyGuzman1.jpg","width":2048}])
Congratulations to our very own, Emily Guzman '25, who was selected to participate as a crew member in the Illinois All-State production of The Prom!
![Spreading holiday cheer]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736179696/mothermcauley/qyvrbku39sag1er2j70p/1-6-25Strings1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736179696/mothermcauley/qyvrbku39sag1er2j70p/1-6-25Strings1.jpg","width":480}])
Mother McAuley's String Ensemble performed a selection of Christmas classics for the patients at Little Company of Mary Hospital the week before Christmas.
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Thank you to those who joined us for our choral and orchestra/band Christmas Concerts on December 15!
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We were grateful to celebrate the Christmas season with our Mother McAuley community at our first Holiday Harmony High Tea at The Drake Oak Brook! It was a wonderful event for mothers and daughters, friends, and family to gather together.
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We were honored to have our A Cappella and Mac Melody Choirs spread holiday cheer at the Irish Fellowship Club of Chicago's Christmas Luncheon on December 6 at the Grand Ballroom Hilton Chicago. They've also performed at the ILMEA District 1 Festival, to the Chriskindlmarket downtown, to Misericordia, Smith Village, and more!
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Our production of Peter Pan had a sold-out weekend of magical performances over the weekend of November 21-24.
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Macs with Merit is an award given to a student by a teacher or staff member on behalf of their honorable character, diligent work ethic, and notable contributions to the McAuley community.
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Mother McAuley was thrilled to welcome the Hanover Girl’s Choir from Germany to our school this week! Chicago was just one stop in their tour of America, and we were lucky enough to hold a joint concert with the Mother McAuley Ensembles and the Hanover Girl's Choir in our very own auditorium on October 9.
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Yesterday's Club Fair was a big success. Thanks to everyone who signed up to get involved in one of our 40+ student organizations!
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We gathered together on Friday morning for a wonderful Opening Mass to commemorate the start of a new school year. We look forward to a school year full of Mercy!
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You may have spotted the BRMM Band & Macs Majorettes on the WGN Morning News today as part of their 30th Anniversary celebration! Thanks WGN Morning News for inviting us to be a part of such a fun morning!