Volume II Issue IX: February 24, 2017 |
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT |
Next Issue: March 10, 2017 |
High School Choirs Sing at University of RedlandsBy SAVANNA PATINO
The University of Redlands hosted their eighth annual High School Chamber Choir Festival on February 23rd, 2017. The program started off with the University of Redlands Bel Canto and the University of Redlands Chapel Singers each showcasing collegiate level choral pieces. The eleven high school choral groups that attended came from all over Southern California and even from as far as Northern California and Las Vegas, Nevada. They performed three to four pieces each and were adjudicated by experienced judges. Each choir received comments to help make improvements and be successful as singers. Redlands East Valley High School’s East Valley Singers and Citrus Valley High School’s Lumiere de Chanson were among the many talented groups to perform chamber style music in many different languages including Spanish, French, German, Russian, Italian, and Latin. There were no awards given out, however all the high school students were able to perform and listen to other students and groups doing what they love. The University of Redlands High School Chamber Choir Festival was an educational and inspirational experience for everyone involved. A Midsummer Night's Dream InterviewEthic Arts & Entertainment: CV Midsummer Night's Dream
Hosted by AHLORA SMITH Filmed by MICAELA PENALOZA |
Comic: ArtemBy MALLU CONCHAS CASTANEDA
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A Dog's Purpose Evokes Emotion in Audiences |
By BRANDON SAGLAM
A Dog’s Purpose is a film which follows a dog who personally goes by Bailey as they are reincarnated as multiple canines and lives multiple lives over 5 decades. Through these lives Bailey is determined to understand his existence and his point in life. The movie is all based on a comedic novel by W. Bruce Cameron to explain the dog’s perspective in human companionship. The movie is, in the end, a very hallmark feel good movie but do note that it contains very strong emotional stressors. Also these sorrowful moments are usually due to one of the moments Bailey gets hurt or dies, and the movie really makes the audience feel empathy for the dog. The film shows alcoholism, dog abuse, and heartbreaking moments. This is what leads to the films message in overcoming adversity and finding meaning in the happy moments in life. The film is told through the dog's thoughts which adds a comedic value to the movie. Though some might think this tones down the movie’s validity through storytelling, it can be seen the other way as a good plot with a strong message told in a creative style. It is important to know that this is not a typical dog film. It has very emotional points in the plot which can be quite disheartening for children, but it promotes a strong message. In the end, it is still a classic feel-good movie. |