“Tick, Tick… Boom” is the story of writer and musician Jonathan Larson, who is best known for writing the musical “Rent.” The musical/drama tells the story of Larson while he is stuck in a slump...
The soft, the loud, the calm, the wild; music is something that we have all listened to. Some of it we like and some of it we dislike. Music has changed and it will continue to, in ways we never might...
Lights beaming, stuffy air, fingers on the strings, shoes clicking on the stage, and thunderous applause.
I spot my family in the crowd, wait for my pianist to cue that he’s ready, and start the...
During the 2020-2021 school year, KPS students have had a great deal of time on their hands without the added stress of transporting to and from campus.
For students who play instruments or make music,...
“I knew Kohler would perform his best, and considering what a great musician he is, I was happy but not surprised,” band teacher Aaron Mirakovits said about his first ever All-State winning student.
Trumpet...
Ellie Haase, Social Media Editor
• January 6, 2021
Music has been able to help guide teens through this hard stage in their life.
During quarantine, many people are dealing with mental health issues or just being sad and lonely because of the...
The glint of shimmering silver chains, draped like curtains, set the boundaries of this world.
The moment is occupied solely by a ghastly, white-haired figure donning a gray suit. He sits contemplatively...
Students left school in March expecting to enjoy a two week vacation before going back to school. Instead, they were greeted with a six month stretch of first online school, then summer vacation, and finally...
Crafts, books, and spending time with your loved ones are a few ways to pass the time. Another way to stay entertained while also keeping your mood up is listening to music or podcasts. Apps like Spotify...
Learning music and reading notes can be a struggle for anyone. It is even harder for fifteen year old sophomore Jessica DeRyke, who was diagnosed with a rare disorder called Peters Anomaly making her half...
Sophie Grover, Arts and Entertainment Editor
• April 18, 2020
The bright fluorescent lights hit the backs of shiny wood and cold air wraps around every person in the Loy Norrix Orchestra room. C strings are tweaked, pegs are turned and bows are placed on strings.
Sandra...
“I think it is a really healthy way to process my emotions,” said sophomore Adeline Turner. “I am able to connect with parts of myself through music, and I have discovered a lot about myself through...
