Hello from Mr. Rue and the Music Department. The students here are still glowing with the success of our two music concerts this past December. There’s so much to be happy with. Our elementary students pulled off what could very well be our best concert ever. Each student understood what was required and performed at the top of their musical game. We had piano solos, small group performances, electric guitar solos and two wonderful mass-choral performances from the entire student body.
The Jr. High and High School concert was equally successful. The Senior High Choir featured songs ranging from English madrigals to current holiday hits. The Junior High Choir truly set a new standard for all Jr. High Choirs to come. With such a variety of songs and singers, from Sidney Sheehan’s jazz scat singing to Caleb Bliss’ “Silent Night” solo, it was a night to remember.
Looking ahead, the elementary students will be diving into many great topics. Our 3rd graders are mastering the letters of the Treble and Bass clefs, the 5th graders are diving into the history of American music, and the 1st Grade musicians are learning to read the rhythmic language of music. For our choirs, we are about to take on what could be the most challenging pop song we’ve ever attempted: We have begun rehearsing the rock classic “Bohemian Rhapsody”. We will be performing this at our spring concert. Many many students, for so many years have been asking to perform this song. Looking at the talent and musicianship that was displayed at our December concert, I believe we finally have what it takes to perform this classic rock anthem.
Happy New Year from Mr. Rue and the music department. We wish you all the best.
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