The CHIEF March 2018

Music Update

Chorus By Alyssa Rodriguez

Band By Alyssa Rodriguez

On the night of March 1st, both bands performed in the winter concert. The theme of “Earth, Water, Air, and Fire” consisted of the two bands playing five songs in total. The concert band played first with solos played in between each piece and after. The songs played were “Jet Stream,” “Yorkshire Ballad,” and “American Riversongs.” The solos played between were performed by Ali Schrock on violin and Aaron Putnam on trombone. After the concert band was done, the Swingin’ Bridges group played as well. The group consisted of Ali Schrock and Scott Shelby on trumpet, Caitlyn Ricketts on French horn, Aaron Putnam on trombone, and Patrick Bromley on tuba. The last solo of the night was performed by Madelyn Doran on trumpet. Last was the performance by the symphonic band. The four pieces they played were titled “Variations On A Shaker Melody,” “Lightning Field,” “Be Thou My Vision,” and the concert concluded with “Mother Earth.” The concert lasted around an hour and was filled to the brim with music performed by talented students. The students now will getting music for the spring concert that is just around the corner.

Starting off with “Seasons of Love” from Rent , all of the choirs were joined together for the piece. The choirs showed off in the concert were Cantabile, Bel Canto, Mens, Route 66, and Concert choir. In between choirs, solos were performed by Kevin Kuska, Brayden Weaver, and Olivia Muir. These individuals were chosen because of their outstanding performances during the solo and ensemble contest. The theme for this year’s Pops Concert was “Billboards & Broadway.” During the concert, songs such as “Castle on a Cloud,” “I’m Not That Girl” and “Jolene” were performed. All pieces came from either a Broadway show or it was a radio hit. The hard work put into each piece definitely paid off during the show and the audience left the auditorium very pleased. Now, the choirs start to get music for the next performance.