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RBHS music department's combined concert concludes year, celebrates achievements

RBHS music department’s combined concert concludes year, celebrates achievements

Allison Kim, Op/Ed Editor May 16, 2022

With the end of the school year fast approaching, the RBHS Music Department held one final celebration of the RBHS chamber orchestra, chamber choir and wind symphony bands' hard work with a combined spring...

Trophies stand proudly in room 404, the band practice room. As one walks through the band hallway, it's easy to see at least hundred trophies displayed, representing Rock Bridge High School's impressive musical history. Photo by Ana Manzano

Concert and fall symphonic band to perform first concert of year

Audrey Novinger October 21, 2019
Concert and fall symphonic band get ready for their first concert of the year Oct. 22. Each band prepared a unique selection of tunes, with concert band using a Halloween theme.
All four soloists from advanced treble choir sing their highlighted part of "O-Yo-Yo." Behind the soloists, Amya Carson, Ellen Schaezler, Elsa Kelley-Marcum, and Kate Lopez, members of tenor/bass chorus play percussion: Luke Milyo, Zach Simpson, and Jake Doherty.
Photo by Audrey Snyder

Fall choral concert delights crowds

Multiple Authors October 19, 2019
The RBHS Vocal Music Department hosted a free Fall Choral Concert from 7-8 p.m. Oct. 17. The four choirs performed a combined total of 16 songs, conducted by choir director Mike Pierson and accompanied by Bob Bohon.
Mavericks vocalist and guitarist Raul Malo performs at Columbia MO Roots N Blues N BBQ festival Saturday night, Sept 28.   Photo by Sophia Eaton.

Mavericks’ performance provides exceptional music, brings patrons together

Amira McKee October 1, 2019

As the sun set on the second day of the Roots N Blues festival, fans flocked to the Great Southern Bank Stage to watch the Mavericks perform their hour and a half long setlist of latin-country-rock fusion...

RBHS orchestra plays second concert of the year Dec. 10

RBHS orchestra plays second concert of the year Dec. 10

Isaac Parrish January 2, 2019

[vc_video link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgzZirUSGzw"] Orchestra director Alison Lankheit and senior chamber orchestra violinist Zain Ibdah discuss their thoughts on the concert Dec. 10.

Orchestra plays second concert of the year Dec. 10

Orchestra plays second concert of the year Dec. 10

Isaac Parrish January 2, 2019

[vc_video link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgzZirUSGzw"] Orchestra director Alison Lankheit and senior chamber orchestra violinist Zain Ibdah discuss their thoughts on the concert Dec. 10.

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue performs at the Roots n Blues n BBQ music festival on Sunday Sept. 30. Photo by Maya Bell.

Live music provides unparalleled experience

Ji-Sung Lee October 30, 2018
Since 1990, the profit of concert ticket sales in North America has increased steadily. Listeners weigh the pros and cons before purchasing tickets.
Conductor Alison Schmidt commands the attention of the orchestra by a simple baton, keeping each section in sync with each other and dictating the appropriate dynamics.

Orchestra holiday taping to air on local television stations

Ben Kimchi December 11, 2017
The RBHS concert and chamber orchestra performed holiday music for the 2017 holiday taping. Their music will air on local television stations. Members of the orchestra see the event as a glimpse into professional music.
Orchestra, choir debut their year's first performance

Orchestra, choir debut their year’s first performance

Katie Whaley October 19, 2016

The Performing Arts Center hosted Concert and Chamber Orchestras along with Concert Choir Tuesday, Oct. 18 for the group’s' first concert of the year. This performance featured harmonious melodies and...

Trans-Siberian Orchestra doesn't meet expectations

Trans-Siberian Orchestra doesn’t meet expectations

Nicole Schroeder December 28, 2015
Though enjoyable, TSO's fake snow couldn't make up for a weak storyline.
Eighth-graders to join RBHS bands in holiday concert

Eighth-graders to join RBHS bands in holiday concert

Nicole Schroeder December 7, 2015
Eighth grade band students from Jefferson and Gentry Middle Schools will perform alongside the RBHS bands tonight and tomorrow during their holiday concerts as a way to introduce the incoming freshmen to the high school band program.
3 bands play final concert

3 bands play final concert

Elad Gov-Ari May 14, 2015

All three RBHS bands held their final performance at the RBHS PAC Tuesday. The concert started at 7 p.m. with the opening of the concert band and closed with the wind ensamble around 9 p.m. "We did great,...

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