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Under The Spotlight: Senior soloist Haley Barberan sings a moving guitar cover of the love song “17” by Pink Sweat$ during the second half of the show.

The holiday concert shines a spotlight on new musicians

Students of all grades and skill-levels show off their hard work in the very first Music Department performance on Friday, Dec. 3.
By Beverly Regino, Creative Director Dec 6, 2021
Students of all grades and skill-levels show off their hard work in the very first Music Department performance on Friday, Dec.3.
A playlist that encapsulates the holiday season featuring your favorite artists.

PLAYLIST | Winter classics to warm you up

Unfrost your ears by listening to a variety of pop, folk and many more classic winter tracks.
By Csarina Jarencio, Podcast/Social Media Editor Dec 4, 2021
It’s the most wonderful time of the year to listen to your favorite Christmas tunes
The Winter Showcase will be led by students behind the curtain and on the stage.

Returning on a high note

For the first time in over two years, the Vocal Program will return to the stage with a Winter Showcase on Dec. 27 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium.
By Emma Salehi, Staff Writer Dec 2, 2021
For the first time in over two years, the Vocal Program will return to the stage with a Winter Showcase on Dec. 27 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium.
All my friends know  is another short, two-minute song that shows her variety of sounds and influences.

Pinkpantheress continues to rise in new mixtape “to hell with it”

Capitalizing on her massive Tiktok popularity, Pinkpantheress releases a collection of new songs that are short and sweet.
By Gabriel Castillo, Staff Writer Dec 1, 2021
Capitalizing on her massive Tiktok popularity, Pinkpantheress releases a collection of new songs that are short and sweet.
The cast of Knives out poses for a picture

10 fall flicks to end the autumn season

Prepare yourself to snuggle up at home and watch these top 10 fall flicks, from classic rom-coms to thrillers!
By Csarina Jarencio, Podcast/Social Media Editor Nov 26, 2021
Prepare yourself to snuggle up at home and watch these top 10 fall flicks, from classic rom-coms to thrillers!
Pumpkin nut muffins: Both preparation and cooking time for this dish should take around 20 minutes, yielding 12 muffins which can serve 12 people.

Mouth-watering recipes for your Thanksgiving feast

Here are 10 easy to make, delicious dishes that will surely leave everyone wanting more.
Here are 10 easy to make, delicious dishes that will surely leave everyone wanting more.
One critic claim that ‘Lantern’s Lane’  is like an insurance commercial – just without the creativity.

REVIEW | “Lantern’s Lane” is a joke of a horror film

A story illustrated through cheesy lines and not so frightful scares was a definite miss.
By Vannesa Machado, Staff Writer Nov 24, 2021
“Lantern’s Lane” failed to tick the boxes for me on what a good horror film is.

That’s a wrap on “Puffs”

The drama team wrapped up their final performance of their first school play back in-person.
By Vannesa Machado, Staff Writer Nov 23, 2021
The drama team wrapped up their final performance of their first school play back in-person.
The duo performs their latest hit Smokin out the window at the American Music Awards.

REVIEW | “An evening with Silk Sonic” is a soulful collaboration between two R&B greats

Anderson .Paak and Bruno Mars collaborate on a throwback album that recalls the funky sounds of the 60s and 70s.
By Gabriel Castillo, Staff Writer Nov 22, 2021
Anderson .Paak and Bruno Mars collaborate on an album with the funky sounds of the 60s and 70s.
Angel Hernandez on the set of his film The Enfreakening.

Film production: Quiet on the campus set

Dealing with at home learning, student directors dwell on their hardships of last year and their return.
By Gabriel Castillo, Staff Writer Nov 22, 2021
Dealing with the hardships and challenges of last year, students face new obstacles coming back.
Anthony Sanchez and Mary Dermenjyan play the national anthem as part of the brass section.

Can you hear the sound of music?

The Music Department no longer has to worry about being out of sync because of lagging internet connection as they make their return back to campus, bringing music with them.
By Isabela Diaz, Entertainment Editor Nov 20, 2021
The Music Department no longer has to worry about being out of sync because of lagging internet connection as they make their return back to campus, bringing music with them.

Everything you need to know about the new play “Puffs”

After a halt in productions, the Drama Department makes a mystical return in four shows from Thursday to Saturday.
By Gabriel Castillo and Vannesa Machado Nov 19, 2021
After a halt in productions, the Drama Department makes a mystical return with “PUFFS.”
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