The Corvallis music program consists of several bands, choirs, and orchestras.
FORREST IRVINE It’s hard to say if whatever tune comes on the radio the most this summer will actually endure the test of time, but we can at least say that these classics made a lasting mark on pop culture … Continue reading Summer Songs Throughout the Years
FORREST IRVINE On August 29th, 1958, one Michael Joseph Jackson was born. A few months ago would have been his 60th birthday, had he not tragically passed away in 2009. This past October, I got to visit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio, where many exhibits showed his iconic costume pieces and props, as well as highlighted his pure undeniable influence and impact on the history of popular music. Here I want to take the time to delve into the legend’s history with some insights into his continuing relevancy and sheer importance in the cultural zeitgeist … Continue reading Michael Jackson: A Retrospective on a 60 Year Old Icon
FORREST IRVINE Summer songs are a big deal in the entertainment world, where it seems like friends and entertainment news sources alike are jumping to deem songs like Cardi B’s “I Like It”, Drake’s “In My Feelings”, or Ariana Grande’s … Continue reading Tunes for Fall
GRACE KNUTSEN The idea of spending hours practicing musical scales can be a tedious prospect for even the most dedicated of student musicians. However, that’s just what several top-notch student band, orchestra, and choir musicians from Corvallis High School were … Continue reading All-State Honor Band, Orchestra and Choir Conference
Pictured: Hannah Singleton & Grace Barry. Picture courtesy of Hannah Singleton. BRIAN CEBRA “Hey! I didn’t sign up for this!” This is an issue that many students at CHS hope not to have when they receive their schedules at registration. … Continue reading A Leap of Faith
KARI GOTTFRIED Orchestra. A program that, at least at CHS, is not widely known. Since there are not enough students in orchestra to have a separate program at CHS, the violinists, violists, cellists and bassists travel to Crescent Valley … Continue reading The Sound of Music: An Orchestra’s Struggles to Be Heard
MARIE BORAGINE 5/19/2016 The CHS band has had a difficult year. The beloved band director, Mrs. Stevens, was out for the entire first semester of school battling brain cancer. The band came together more than ever before while she was … Continue reading CHS Band Fights The Odds And Comes Out Third At State
JEREMY KING 5/12/2016 In case you weren’t already aware, the Concert Choir won the OSAA State Championships this year, their second consecutive win, directed by none other than Mrs. Patterson. All the members worked hard and dedicated time out of … Continue reading Concert Choir: The Returning Champions
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