Rosemont Middle School has abundant electives taking place this year. One group that has been in place for a while are the music classes. Each instrument has its place in one of the five programs: Concert Band, Advanced Strings, Wind Ensemble, String Orchestra, and Chorus. Rosemont has been trying its best to keep performances and…
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[EDITORS COLUMN] KWAVE’s BTS Cup Sleeve Event
With the burgeoning rise of Korean culture, fans in the United States have become obsessed with all things relating to the global phenomenon. Thanks to K-pop groups such as BTS, events, merchandise, and information surrounding Korean culture has created a craze among fans. KWAVE is an upcoming source for these fans to communicate about Korean…
How Orchestras Have Found a Way to Continue Performing Online
During the pandemic, orchestras have not been able to gather together and perform. Because of this, different musical ensembles, such as orchestras and bands, have had to adapt and create ways to replicate the sound of a live orchestra as best as possible. People who have never played with a musical group may not understand…
Virtual Concert from Students All Over Southern California!
Coronavirus has stopped so many gatherings and concerts for music students around the whole world. However, as many people are getting the vaccine, schools have started to have outdoor orchestra practices. Just a few weeks ago, Southern California School Band and Orchestra Association, SCSBOA, posted its annual concert on Youtube, showcasing the students who were…
The False Dichotomy
Humans are social animals, bearing multi-aspects of roles and relationships in the web of society. Consider a family setting as an example; one can be a father, a son, a husband, a brother, varied depending on the counterpart and its dynamics within a scope. In broader settings, such as school, work, or community, the dynamics…
[Editors Column] Junior Chamber Music; Thriving Amidst a Pandemic
Music is an essential part of human life, and it unites people during all situations, especially during hard times. One source of live classical music is the Junior Chamber of Music, known as JCM, which is a prestigious program that gathers musicians from the ages of 9-20 to experience playing professional chamber compositions. Established in…
(Editors Column) Adopting a Pet While in Isolation
The isolation created by quarantine is just one of the extremely burdening, negative externalities of Covid-19. As the pandemic continues into the new year, it is not surprising that many have been needing a remedy for their loneliness. One such antidote is adopting a new pet from a local shelter. Since March, when quarantine began…
2020 Senior Photos Experience
Taking senior photos is a significant aspect of the last year of one’s high school experience since it is a way to commemorate all that students have done so far in life. It also becomes an important image that a person can look back and reflect upon years later, recalling all of the good memories…
The Hardships of Having Virtual Orchestras
The mellifluous sound permeating through the air, the smooth motion of the conductor guiding the musicians, and the rewarding concerts from culminating months of rehearsals and practice are all reasons why being a part of orchestras has been so enjoyable for me in the past. Yet, because of the current pandemic, so many aspects of…
Picking up Piano during Quarantine
COVID-19 has, without a doubt, taken away so much from everyone’s lives. Schedules and plans have all been thrown out the window due to the pandemic, which led to the dismay of many people. But as many started to live their new lives in quarantine, they were quick to realize that taking advantage of this…