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As midnight struck on Dec. 31, the new year was upon us. 2016 is a year to bring new memories, activities, and interests, but 2015 was an eventful year as well. During 2015 many new interesting and exciting things came out. “Lean On” by Major Lazer, a group started by the artist Diplo, and…
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Starting off 2016 can be hard, especially as finals are right around the corner, but hopefully this playlist can you get you through the trials of high school. “Downtown” by Petula Clark – Don’t like old-timey 60’s pop? Don’t worry, it’s not my cup of tea either. But, think again, this song brings a new…
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Although the weather reports about the upcoming El Niño season is rather unreliable, your love for this playlist won’t be. “B*tch Better Have My Money” by Rihanna – Although Rihanna is already known to be a strong independent woman (who also has a killer sense of style), she brings the definition of badass to the…
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On Dec. 11, the strings program took an all-day trip to Disneyland to attend a seminar about performance techniques. “It helps because we get a new perspective from someone who is in the music business,” Evelyn Zhai, sophomore and violin player said about the seminar teacher Joe Alfonso, a former conductor of the London…
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To go along with those rustic No Shave November vibes, here is an indie playlist for all of you suburban hipsters. “Edelweiss” by the Sound of Music cast – Although not even slightly a 21st century indie song, “Edelweiss” is still on my “must listen” list. (You can never go wrong with Julie Andrews).…
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From commercially successful bands such as The Neighbourhood and AWOLNATION, to popular local bands Full Measure, Paper, and Static, Newbury Park has been a place for rock bands to get their start. The alternative rock band Static, which was formed at Rock Nation School in Agoura, consists of singer/guitarist Mikey Netka, guitarist Zane Vandevort,…
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October is a time of celebration, not only due to the beautiful holiday of Halloween but for being able to survive a month of school. So in order to commemorate this joyous month, I recommend finding some new songs to listen to, these below in particular. “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” by Mark Keali’i Ho’omalu…
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Since an early age, Gigi Fierro, freshman, has had a passion for music and performing. From performing at the Boys and Girls club to posting singing videos on her YouTube channel, Fierro had always turned to music for enjoyment only. However, recently, music has given her a new purpose. After the death of her…
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“It really felt good when people said you did a good job,” Akash Velu, junior, said, “because you felt like all your work actually paid off.” Velu performed Mozart’s piano concerto in D minor with the Thousand Oaks Philharmonic on July 17 and 19. A union of orchestra and soloist, the concerts were comprised…
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As another school year has arrived, so has the eminent need for new music to drown your sorrows in. Here are some of my recommendations for this year. (It’s also very good music to listen to while you are sick.) “White Room” by Cream- “White Room” is a solid rock song that will get…