Sisters musicians rock fall concert

Sisters High School filled the school auditorium with joyful sounds in their annual Fall Concert held Tuesday, November 19.

Showcasing band, choir, and Americana music, the concert blended the multiple SHS music departments into a singular cohesive and enjoyable performance.

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The various Sisters High School music programs joined forces to stage a fall concert that earned rapturous applause from the audience at Sisters High School last week.

"My favorite part was the vibe and the energy between instrumental and vocal programs," SHS Band Director Kayla Golka said. "We have really awesome synthesis and community, this was the least stressful concert I have ever done because I felt truly supported by my team. I have absolutely loved seeing the fusion between band, choir, and Americana. What was once three separate programs is really starting to feel like one."

Golka, supported by fellow teachers Steve Livingston and Julie Cash, helped put on one of the most successful fall concerts that they have had in years.

The jazz choir performed "Cells," and "When Somebody Loved Me." The concert choir sang "Wanting Memories," "Joshua Fit The Battle of Jericho," and "No Time."

The jazz band performed a variety of songs such as "No. 1 No Pickles," and "Montebello Mambo Rock." The concert band performed an even more diverse set, from an upbeat march to a flute and violin focused piece. Ultimately both programs displayed their hard work and excitement while showcasing their wide range of songs.

The Americana Project, led by Golka, Livingston, and Melisa Stolasz, had a handful of groups perform. These groups were each composed of a piano player, fiddle player, guitar player, and vocalist/s. The groups that performed displayed a song that they had been working on in the classroom for the past month after learning the basics of chord progressions and rhythm exercises.

"I really admire the structure of the class and being able to collaborate and play with other people," said senior Micah Dachtler. 

The concert lasted 90 minutes, and ended with rapturous applause from the local community. The upcoming Holiday Showcase takes place December 7 at 7 p.m. in the Sisters High School auditorium; no entry fee is required but a $5 donation is encouraged.