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WCS PERFORMING ARTS CLASS OF 2020
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord.
Praise the Lord.- Psalm 150
Praise the Lord.
Praise God in his
sanctuary; Praise him in
his mighty heavens.
Praise him for his acts of
power; Praise him for his
surpassing greatness.
Praise him with the
sounding of the trumpet,
Praise him with the harp
and lyre,
Praise him with timbrel
and dancing, Praise him
with the strings and pipe,
Praise him with the clash
of cymbals, Praise him
with resounding cymbals.
Darnell Worley III
I remember being told by
Mrs. Thayer that I would
have to play this one
section of Pachabel’s
Canon 100x on repeat. I
think this was my very
first concert, and my
kindergarten self broke
down in my lesson and
bawled his eyes out. I
was CERTAIN I wasn’t
going to make it through
the concert. Well…here
we are - alive and well
thirteen years later.
Favorite Music Memory
Hands down, my favorite
performance was playing
Theme from Schindler’s
List with Mrs. Dunlap. I’d
be remiss if I didn’t
mention the VERY close
second: Radioactive with
ENCORE for NOMA.
Learn to love whatever
song you’re working on.
And don’t ever voluntarily
learn Bach’s Partita
No. 3. (just kidding)
Orchestra – violin
Central District Senior Music Festival
WCS Concertmaster
Outstanding Orchestra Student Award
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“In the thirteen years that I have known Darnell, I have seen him grow more and more in love with music and with playing his violin. He plays with a beautiful, warm tone that touches the lives of those around him.”
- Miss Thiesing
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Jia Baek
My favorite orchestra
memories are from
going on tour to
Washington DC and
playing in front of the
Lincoln Memorial. It
was very peaceful.
Favorite Music Memory
My two favorite
orchestra pieces were
Warrior Legacy and
the John Williams
Trilogy.
Enjoy playing
music!
Orchestra – viola
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“Jia was inspired to take viola lessons after attending a school Christmas concert her freshman year. She's been a wonderful addition to the viola section. We'll miss her joyful attitude and her smile.”
- Mrs. Kaye
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Connor Dudka
My favorite
performance at WCS
is the 2019-2020
Christmas concert
where we played the
percussion feature
piece.
Favorite Music Memory
My favorite song I
performed is Brazilian
Bell Carol.
I would tell young
students to not just be
satisfied by being
able to play the piece.
Be able to not only
make it through the
piece but to be able to
play it musically.
Concert Band – percussion
Pep Band
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“Connor showed a lot of maturity in returning to the band as a senior. I am so glad he did. He added much to the percussion section and the Pep Band as well. I hope senior year is what you think of in the years to come. I will be sharing your story for many years.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Lucas French
My favorite memories
are Band Tour and
Pep Band.
Favorite Music Memory
My favorite song I
played is Warrior
Legacy.
Be confident, have
fun, and do your part
in practicing.
Remember that it is a
privilege to learn to
play music, but it’s an
even greater privilege
to share and perform
music to others.
Concert Band – trumpet
Pep Band
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“I will always remember Lucas' unique band posture and embouchure, but you made it work. I am so glad you joined the Pep Band this year. You were a big part of making it so much fun this year.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Peter Johnson
My favorite
performance at WCS
was when the pep
band played at a
basketball game. I
cannot remember the
exact game, but I do
remember that Ben
Johnson made a half
court shot. This is my
favorite because it was
a ton of fun to play,
and it was also a good
game.
Favorite Music Memory
My favorite piece we
performed is Brazilian
Bell Carol.
Always have fun.
There are a lot of
times where you
might think that the
performance, or
practices will be
boring and don't want
to go, but for the most
part they are some of
the best experiences
you will have.
Concert Band – percussion
Choir - bass
Quincy Jones Musicianship Award
Pep Band, Chapel Band, Pit Orchestra
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“I will always remember Peter for his servant leadership and willingness to adapt and help in any way he could. I am so glad he raised his hand when I was looking for a trumpet player to switch to percussion so that we could cover the parts. Who knew how that initiative was going to grow the percussion section into one of our strongest sections and inspire the goal of a complete set of new instruments. Thanks Peter.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Alex Kerr
My favorite memories
are playing music and
having fun on band
tour.
Favorite Music Memory
My favorite song I
played is Hallelujah
Chorus.
Keep working at it. It
might be tough when
you can't get that one
part down, but putting
in countless hours on
your instrument truly
does pay off. The
lessons you learn in
the long run are so
worth the dedication
that you put in now.
Concert Band - tuba
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
“Alex has been the root of our low brass section that has been such a strength for our band the last two years. I appreciate the time and effort Alex put into mentoring Colin who started tuba this year. Thanks for the memories, Alex.”
- Mr. Lashley
Jackson Kuphal
My favorite performance
memory was
coincidentally my last
ever performance at
WCS. For NOMA, I
played a piece that
means a lot to me named
Air Gai. I had been
accompanied by Mrs.
Vos, and although we
had limited time to
rehearse we pulled it off.
The sentimental piece
along with the excellent
musicianship made it
quite memorable for me.
Favorite Music Memory
Performing O What Child
Is This with the jazz band.
I don't normally smile while
on stage, but I clearly
remember doing so as we
made our way through the
song. The parts
intertwined together so
well, just as the sheet
music intended. On top of
that, I was playing my
euphonium rather than
trombone because we felt
the timbre better reflected
the atmosphere the song
was supposed to provide.
There are many angles I
could attack this question
from. I could make practice
habit recommendations, or I
could provide general tips
on how to improve but I
would be neglecting the
most crucial aspect of
artistry. It should be fun.
There is no point in making
art and making music if you
don't actually enjoy what
you do. Take time to reflect
and ask yourself if you really
enjoy making art, because if
you do, it will serve as a
lifelong joy.
Concert Band – euphonium
John Philip Sousa Band Award
Pep Band, Jazz Ensemble
Providence College Music Festival
John Philip Sousa National High School Honor Band
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“Band will not be the same without the infectious laugh of Jackson. He made band so much fun for everyone. I will miss hearing that sweet euphonium playing after school every day in the band room. I hope you realize your dreams, young squire. And don’t forget you promised me free tickets.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Michael MacGillivray
My favorite performance at
WCS was when we
performed at the steps of
the Lincoln Memorial in
Washington D.C. It was an
honor being able to play for
random people we didn't
even know in front of one of
our greatest Presidents
ever. The whole tour
together is one of my
favorite memories at WCS. I
will forever remember
walking the streets looking
at the amazing history of the
United States with my
friends.
Favorite Music Memory
My favorite song I
performed at WCS is
Warrior Legacy, by Soon
Hee Newbold.
Don't worry about not
being good enough.
Everyone always has
room for improvement.
The memories I have
made I will cherish for the
rest of my life. If you
aren't in the performing
arts, you are definitely
missing out!
Concert Band - clarinet
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“What am I going to do if everyone arrives for band on time this year? I think at 10 minutes after the bell I will still look up expecting you to walk through the door with a perfect excuse for being late. I will miss your creative excuses.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Katie Sprunger
My favorite band
performance memories are
wearing sunglasses during
Eye of the Tiger in middle
school and playing The
Patriot at the Lincoln
Memorial during the Unite
Tour in Washington DC. I
am so grateful for the
lifelong memories and
friendships that I've built
with my "band buddies"
and thankful for the many
jokes I've shared with my
friends in choir throughout
the years!
Favorite Music Memory
My all time favorite band
song and performance
was playing the Brazilian
Bell Carol at the 2019
Christmas concert. My
favorite song from choir
was Hold Us Together,
which was super cool
performing on the 2018
choir tour at different
locations.
Younger students, make the
most of your experiences
and wholeheartedly pursue
your passions, whether it is
music or something else. If
you truly care about
something, stick with it and
challenge yourself to give
your best. With any goals
there will always be
challenges, but find the
courage to get back up after
failures and learn from your
mistakes!
Concert Band – saxophone
Choir
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“I am so glad you were able to fit band and choir into your busy senior schedule, because you made such leaps forward this year as a musician. I loved when the sax solos sang out over the band, and I loved watching your facial expressions when the altos didn't get a part exactly right.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Chris Staniszewski
My favorite
performance was at
the music festival on
band/orchestra tour.
Favorite Music Memory
My favorite song I
performed was the
medley from Les
Miserables.
Keep with it. It’s hard
sometimes, but it’s a
good experience.
Concert Band – trumpet
Central District Senior Music Festival
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“Chris is always quick with a little sarcastic comment during band. But Chris is also one of our hardest working musicians. I really appreciate the determination he showed in achieving his goal of making the Central District Music Festival. I wish every student put in the time and effort like Chris.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Catherine Yu
Favorite Music Memory
Concert Band – oboe
Central District Senior Musical Festival
Pit Orchestra
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“If concert band had a concert master, then Catherine was ours. She has been such a wonderful example of musicianship for all our students. She will always be the first student I had the privilege to chaperone to the Central District Music Festival. I hope you continue to play for many, many years.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
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Crescent Huang
My favorite memories
were at rehearsals.
They were a lot of
fun!
Favorite Music Memory
My favorite song I
performed with the
Jazz Ensemble was
Cool Cat Carl.
PRACTICE!!!
Jazz Ensemble - piano
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“I remember how nervous Crescent was when she first joined the Jazz Band. She had never played in any kind of ensemble, and jazz is such an advanced style. I really appreciate how hard she worked over the last two years to grow as a musician. I wish her all the best.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Hadley Koeman
My sister, her friend,
and I performed at
Fine Arts Night
together when my
sister was a senior
and I was a freshman.
It was really special to
be able to sing with
her.
Favorite Music Memory
My favorite song was
Gravity by Sara
Bareilles. It was
special to have my
mom play the piano
and one of my best
friends play violin.
It's so good to get out
of your comfort zone
and try something
new.
Choir – Soprano
Vocal Ensemble
National School Choral Award
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“I don’t know which I have enjoyed more... directing you in choir or coaching you in track. I am glad I didn't have to choose, because I loved doing both.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Anela Picotte
My favorite memory was the latest
Christmas Concert at Valley
Chapel. At the time, I was
unaware that this would be one of
my last times performing for my
lifelong school, but it was also one
of my favorites anyways because
it was one where I was extra
excited to sing with Vocal
Ensemble since I loved the songs
we were performing. As a Senior,
I gained lots of confidence in
performing and this concert for me
represented a high point in my
growth, but I also made and grew
stronger with many of my friends
through these performances.
Favorite Music Memory
Be Thou My Vision with
Vocal Ensemble. I loved it
not only because I had the
solo, but I was able to enjoy
memories of a favorite hymn
of mine and my family. Even
though I performed it only
once, it was at a church
where I was able to also
make lasting memories with
my friends and appreciate
opportunities to perform
outside of school.
There were a lot of times I
remember when I felt like my
practicing or rehearsals were just
droning and pointless for me, but
looking back, I couldn’t have been
more wrong. Those sometimes
boring or tiring practices taught
me lessons in both music and
patience as well as perseverance
because I learned how to learn
music and be responsible. If
you’ve committed to a performing
arts program, stay with it because
they usually make great
memories, great friends, and
lessons in things you wouldn’t
expect.
Choir – Alto
Vocal Ensemble
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“I am so glad you took a step of courage and auditioned for Vocal Ensemble. You have grown so much as a singer and grown so much in your confidence in yourself in the last two years. I expect big things from you.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Vanessa Rios
Favorite Music Memory
Choir – Alto
Vocal Ensemble
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“I will always remember Vanessa for the way she smiled while she sang. She just seemed to love every moment of choir and vocal ensemble. She loved the songs, she loved her friends, and she loved performing for people.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
My favorite piece we
performed at WCS
was The Greatest
Showman mashup.
Practice the music
outside of class,
don’t be frustrated,
and be patient.
My favorite performance
memory was performing with
Encore and singing a solo at
the International
Championship of High
School A Capella
tournament.
Linzy Rivera
My favorite memory
about being in choir is
the friendly
atmosphere and
getting to learn and
laugh with fellow class
mates. My thing or
memory in art is
challenging myself
and becoming a
better artist with the
help of amazing
teachers.
Favorite Music Memory
My favorite piece that
we performed was
probably the medley
from The Greatest
Showman. I had a
wonderful time
learning and
performing that song.
It was a lot of fun!
Piece of advice for
younger students
musicians, artists: I
would say don’t be
afraid to try new
things because you
never know what you
are capable of doing.
Also remember that it
takes practice and
hard work so never
give up!
Choir – Alto
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“I will always remember how excited I was when I learned you were a junior after almost an entire year of thinking you were a senior. I enjoyed having you in the front row of the soprano section, but I think you liked the back row of the altos better. Regardless, it was great directing you for TWO years not one.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Olivia Toothman
My favorite performance
memory at WCS was
competing at the International
Championship of High School
Acapella my sophomore year.
That was the most fun I have
ever had on a stage and I
really enjoyed performing with
Encore Vocal Ensemble. I was
surrounded by the people that
meant the most to me doing
what I absolutely love and
what brings me the most joy,
singing.
Favorite Music Memory
My favorite song I
performed while at
WCS was Run to You
by Pentatonix. I
performed this song my
freshman year in
Encore and it has been
a song that has stuck
with me throughout the
years.
You should try to get involved in
as much of the music
department as possible. It is
such a great way to meet new
friends and to create amazing
music with awesome people. If
you have a great voice, can play
an instrument, or love to act,
definitely get involved in Band,
Choir, Vocal Ensemble, Jazz
Band, Drama, or Chapel Band. I
have met some of the most
important people in my life
through Vocal Ensemble and
Drama and I am so thankful that
I was involved in music
throughout high school at WCS.
Vocal Ensemble
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“I will always remember Olivia for the way she sang like a trumpet blasting a jazz solo. And that's the way she lives her life too - full of joy and energy and excitement. Vocal Ensemble will not be the same without your energy and joy.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Jessye VandenAkker
My favorite memory
about being in choir
was singing on choir
tour.
Favorite Music Memory
My favorite song we
performed in choir
was Forever.
Fully embrace your
time in HS Choir
because it ends much
sooner than you
expect it to.
Choir – Alto
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
“The back row of the soprano section is going to be a mess without you. I will remember Jessye for her steady commitment and great attitude every single day that choir met. It was a joy to direct you.”
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students
Katie Wren
My favorite
performance at
WCS was during
choir tour two years
ago when we sang in
front of the different
monuments.
Favorite Music Memory
My favorite song in
choir was Hold Us
Together.
You can do so many
different things with
varying amounts of
commitment. There is
no excuse not to get
involved.
Choir – Alto
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIANINSPIRING MINDS IGNITING HEARTS
"Jackson will be lost without you in his college AP music theory class. I am so glad I got to know you beyond the tall alto in the back row. Your talents were underappreciated at WCS due to your rigorous dance schedule. But I will remember how hard you worked to really understand music theory. I hope it serves you well in musical theatre in college.“
- Mr. Lashley
Favorite Piece Performed
Advice for Younger Students