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The sounds of wailing saxophones and booming trombones echo throughout the PAC as the NPHS Jazz Band performs their musical piece. With months of practice under their belts, the band is determined to achieve the best score possible. The 11th annual Jazz Festival was successfully held in the PAC on March 15 and 16.…
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Abra cadabra! ‘Oohs’ and ‘ahhhs’ scatter the audience as cards flutter across the stage and bunnies and bowling balls appear out of thin air as three magicians from the Magic Castle entertained students and family in the PAC. Newbury Park’s band program held the magic show on Feb. 23, inviting families and friends for…
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It takes time and effort to rise to the top and live reality as a dream. Amongst the rising stars, a local group by the name 13106 has emerged into the public eye and intends to one day make a name for themselves in the everlasting music industry. A self-produced rap group, 13106 creates…
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Tick. Tick. Tick. The steady cadence of the metronome conducts all the musicians in marching band as they practice to perfect their performance. Precision and sharp, on time transitions between formations is essential, but only comes with hours of dedication and a close bond between bandmates. Marching band practices four times a week for…
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The loud chirps of a trumpet skipped through the air, combining with the irregular taps of drumsticks and the hum of activity as the jazz players practiced their music and enjoyed the warm Saturday’s festivities. Coming from all over Southern California, these teens and professionals gathered at NPHS on March 12 for the ninth…
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As the cymbals tap away consistently like the sound of quivering glass, saxophones, trombones and trumpets blare in syncopation with a rhythm of long-short notes. The notes climb higher and higher, swirling as they reach the climax, then drop to silence as the piano rings bright against the light backdrop of cymbals and toms.…