The unique experience of pit musicians The alarm went off, scream ing its high-pitched blares. Elaine got dressed and walked out of her apartment, feeling the morning breeze. She took the empty...
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Lorde captivates at the Armory
As "Here Comes the Sun" by the Beatles ended, the bright lights of The Armory clicked off. The crowd erupted in a roar, and there she was. Lorde. Without saying a word, she started off her setlist...
What are Microtones
Tuning into any news broadcast, you will quickly be made aware that these are unprecedented times. Social unrest, geopolitical time bombs, and a worldwide pandemic make everyday feel just a little...
Did Dayglow hit all the right notes?
Review of Dayglow concert at First Avenue On October 27, 2021, Dayglow performed at First Avenue, presented by Radio K. The indie-pop artist did not disappoint. Firstly, the Dayglow crowd was...
Why your music matters
From the '60s to the '20s, youth culture continues to drive change Nirvana's hit song from 1991, not only was the soundtrack of the new alt-rock movement, but the voice of a new generation and the...
Music and Quarantine
Creating, recording and listening to music over quarantine The silver stars of First Avenue were illuminated only by city lights as the bright bulbs above were turned out for the night. Little did...
Individuals seek art
Depending on their emotions and mood, individuals may listen to certain music or gravitate towards characters based on...
Drew Cairns: Writing
"The Power of Music" - Drew Cairns Journey back with me through the past fifteen years. And while there may be...
The man behind the solo
Guided by his passion for music and guitar, sophomore Zack Schuster explores both creativity and structure in how he...
Freeman stars as rock star Buddy Holly for the fourth time running
1955. A short glimpse of a decade of baby boomers, poodle skirts, and the growing popularity of T.V. dinners and rock...
Beautiful – The Carole King Musical
Nervous and shaking slightly, a young teen holds a folder of sheet music to her chest, raising her hand to knock on a...
Musically minded junior finds success
The Korean pop scene has been kind to junior Jimmy Woo, whose musical composition was incorporated in the making of a...
Cheng finds inspiration in engineering and music
"I built a custom airboat that's basically a boat with no prop in the water. Instead, it has a fan above water with a...
Music and lyrics
Musical theory and lyricism reveals why some tunes are memorable and others are not Why is it that our generation is...
Day 114 Band Competition
Students wait for their busses after competing in the Minnehaha-hosted band competition. Photo by Maddie Binning.