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The essential function of art is moral. Not aesthetic, not decorative, not pastime and recreation. The essential function of art is moral.
D.H. Lawrence, Studies in Classic American Literature, quoted by Harold Bloom in Genius |
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The Metropolitan Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO) seeks to promote and challenge talented orchestral musicians by providing an opportunity
to perform repertoire of a wide variety of styles and historical periods with the goal of musical excellence. Membership in MYSO consists of junior
high and high school students from Joliet and 21 surrounding communities as well as students from Lewis University and Joliet Junior College.
The orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Lawrence Sisk, rehearses on Wednesday evening from late August through May at Lewis University with concerts performed at Joliet Junior College and Lewis University
Founded in Chicago in 1959 -- Located in Joliet, Illinois since 1991, MYSO is partially supported by the Illinois Arts Council.
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