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Solo and Ensemble Results!
Written by Erin Donohue, Entertainment Editor
This past weekend the students of West Boca Chorus competed in the annual Solo and Ensemble Festival. The students entered a variety of pieces in hopes of scoring Straight Superiors. All students who participated should be proud of their performances. The highest ranking students from this past weekend are as follow:
SUPERIORS
Ensembles: Encore Women, Freshman Woman, Men’s Ensemble, Women’s Ensemble, Encore
“Classical” Solos: Stefanie Anarumo, Rob Charlock, Kimberly Walters, Samantha Behrman, Jade Zaroff, Shayna Isaacson
“Jazz/Musical” Solos: Stefanie Anarumo, Kimberly Walters, Christi Sanchez
Duets: Rob Charlock/Tom O’Connor
EXCELLENTS
“Classical” Solos: Alex Altuna, Christi Sanchez, Melanie Moore
Duets: Victoria Bryer/Davin Hasbrook, Arthur Lucena/Ernesto Gurrero
If you see any of these students, congratulate them on all their hard work and achievements!
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Justin Bieber: The Musical Prodigy
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Written by Erin Donohue, Entertainment Editor
As a twelve year old living under the poverty line in Canada, fame wasn’t the first thing on Justin Bieber’s mind. But through a series of videos posted on YouTube for his friends and family, his small town life was about to change for good.
According to his website (www.justinbiebermusic.com) Bieber expressed his talent along with others in a competition called the Stratford Idol, where he placed second. With no vocal training, he showed impressive talent over those who had been previously vocal trained. Bieber also plays the guitar, drums, trumpet, and piano.
Shortly after the competition, he began putting the videos on YouTube, which is where marketing executive Scooter Braun first heard Bieber’s abilities. Braun, from So So Def, then flew Justin Bieber out to Atlanta to meet with Usher back in 2007. A few months later, he met with Justin Timberlake and was faced with the decision of which record company to sign with. In October of 2008, he was signed to Island Records with Usher and released his first album, “My World.”
Bieber started out by covering artists like Usher, Justin Timberlake, and Edwin McCain, adding his own style, which caught the marketing executives’ eyes. Ever since he was discovered on YouTube, Justin Bieber has gone on to produce various music videos that can be seen on television. When asked what her favorite thing about pop sensation Justin Bieber was, junior, Erika Laman stated, “I really love his music. It’s catchy and I understand exactly what he means in his lyrics.”
Though his ambitions have changed from his original dreams of being a professional hockey player, Justin Bieber is well on his way to becoming a pop sensation. Now fifteen, Justin Bieber has developed into an artist that can relate to the common day troubles of adolescence. His ingenuity and creativity are what allow him to write such heartfelt melodies as “My World” and “One Less Lonely Girl.” Justin Bieber has always had big dreams despite the difficulties of his childhood. Ryan Jaskot, senior at West Boca High, said “I really like Justin Bieber’s new music. I think I’m going to buy his album as soon as it hits the stores. He is one of my favorite artists.”
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West Boca’s Blithe Spirit
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Written by Erin Donohue, Entertainment Editor
The West Boca Drama Department is preparing for another outstanding performance, set to premiere November 12th-14th. Blithe Spirit was produced in 1941 by Noel Coward at the Manchester Opera house in London. A few years later, the play made an appearance on Broadway. As a result of its success in various theatres, Blithe Sprit was altered for film, television and radio, and shortly after transformed into a musical, also known as High Spirits.
Lance Blank? help
Charles Condomine, played by Tyler Costa, calls in Madame Arcati (Candace Zamoski) to perform a séance in hopes of learning more about the spiritual world. Not only knowledge is gained as he discovers during celebration of his marriage to Ruth (Michelle Siegel) that he is being haunted by his first wife, Elvira (Stav Berlinerblaw).
The madness doesn’t end there, but that’s something you will just have to witness yourself. In addition to Tyler, Candace and Michelle, other great cast members will add to the insanity such as Joe Anarumo (Mr. Bradman), Jessica Hatterman (Mrs. Bradman) and Rachel Sexton (Edith).
A play of this proportion has yet to hit the stage at West Boca, so don’t miss out on an opportunity for an unforgettable night of séances, spirits and spectacular sights!
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Erin’s E-Provals: Entertainment Picks of the Week
Written by Erin Donohue, Entertainment Editor
Concert
10/24 – The AP Tour
When artists such as Mayday Parade, The Academy is…, The Secret Handshake, Set Your Goals, and You Me at Six come together for one night only in Florida, you can be sure it will be unforgettable.
Movie
10/23 – Saw VI
If you’re not in the Halloween spirit yet, head to your nearest theater this Friday for a movie that will spook you into the ambiance.
Arts
10/30 –Star Wars in Concert @ BankAtlantic Center
Experience Star Wars like never before in a live orchestrated performance accompanied by lights and clips from the movies.
Video Game
Rhythm Heaven for Nintendo DS
For the rhythmically uncoordinated and inclined, Rhythm Heaven will tune up your skills with fun and challenging games.
Book
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
If you haven’t read the classic tale of Frankenstein and his creature, with Halloween right around the corner, it’s the perfect opportunity for a gothic tale.
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