Published on Thursday, April 7, 2022 by Ace Roueche
Putting together a musical in just a few weeks is already a huge challenge, but that task is made more difficult when weather complications and the spread of an illness arise. This was unfortunately the case with this year’s production of The Little Mermaid, with an ice storm hitting Bryan right before opening night and with at least 10 cast members out with COVID at some point during the rehearsal.
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Published on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 by Ron Toback-Wolf
Earning a spot in the all-state choir is a prestigious accomplishment that only the top seven vocalists in each voice part are awarded each year. Senior Claire Beesaw earned third chair all-state mixed choir soprano and senior Abby Surley was selected as ninth chair (1st runner-up) for all-state treble choir.
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Published on Friday, November 15, 2019 by The Norseman Staff
Twenty-one students made the TMEA choir and a record 15 are advancing to the Pre-Area round.Bryan High Choir All-Region results: Soprano 1: Madeline Chilek – Adv., Jenna Mowad – Adv., Claire Beesaw – Adv.Soprano 2: Abby Surley – Adv., Taylor Speier – Adv., Sarah Stuart – Adv., Olivia Cole, Kindall Zemanek – 2nd Alt.Alto 1: Leah […]
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Published on Thursday, January 18, 2018 by The Norseman Staff
Two choir members were named to the TMEA All-State Choir: junior Kayla Callen and senior Andres Reyna. This is the highest individual honor a high school choir student can receive. High school students selected to perform in the All-State concerts have competed through several levels of auditions beginning in the fall of 2017 to qualify […]
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Published on Friday, April 21, 2017 by Anna Beth Mayerhoff
A baseline beat resonates from the stage as the choir begins to sing and captures the attention of the audience. Vocal Legacy, the a cappella choir group is composed of some of the best singers at Bryan High and in that mix is sophomore Graham Littlefield who excels at beatboxing.
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Published on Wednesday, March 1, 2017 by Lucy Raleigh
The curtain rises as all the hours of work, tears, and nerves culminate in this single moment. The Narrator begins the story: “Once upon a time in a far off kingdom”, and the stage comes to life transporting the audience into the fairy tale world. Fine arts students involved with choir, band, and theatre labored for months creating their own version of the Tony Award-winning musical Into the Woods.
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Published on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 by The Norseman Staff
Creating art, singing opera, and creative writing provide an outlet for senior Lauren Bernal. Beginning in the sixth grade, Lauren found her passion for art creating simple drawings.
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Published on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 by The Norseman Staff
The Bryan High Choir competed as four different choirs at the UIL Concert & Sight-Reading contest held at College Station High School. Varsity Men – Concert 1-2-1 // Sight-reading 1-1-1 (Sweepstakes) Non-Varsity Mixed – Concert 2-2-2 // Sight-reading 1-1-1 Varsity Mixed – Concert 1-1-1 // Sight-reading 1-1-1 (Sweepstakes) Varsity Women – Concert 1-1-1 // Sight-reading […]
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Published on Monday, February 22, 2016 by The Norseman Staff
The Bryan High Choir will host a princess tea party, and YOU are invited! The tea party will take place February 27 in the Bryan High School Commons. This event is for children 12 and under and their parent(s). There will be singing, autographs, pictures, and more! We encourage your child to dress in their […]
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Published on Monday, February 22, 2016 by The Norseman Staff
Choir students competed at UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest on Thursday, Feb. 18. Of the 110 students that competed: 68 earned a division 1 rating 34 qualified for State
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Published on Monday, February 23, 2015 by The Norseman Staff
On February 19th choir students competed in UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest. -107 students competed -79 received a division one rating (the highest mark) -41 qualified for State Solo & Ensemble Contest in May -30 of the State qualifiers are (Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshmen) The following students earned a division 1 ranking and qualified for […]
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Published on Thursday, January 29, 2015 by The Norseman Staff
Tony Award-winning musical is about family, home and finding where you belong Bryan High School’s Fine Arts Department launches its 2015 spring season with “In The Heights,” by Lin-Manuel Miranda, February 6, 7 & 9. (Music and Lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda Book bu Quiara Alegria Hudes) “In The Heights” by Lin-Manuel Miranda February 6, 7, […]
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Published on Sunday, October 5, 2014 by The Norseman Staff
The choir will present their first performance of the year Monday night at 7:00 at Rudder HS. They will perform a “short” concert exploring music from the Renaissance period, gospel music, barbershop, and do-wop just to name a few genres. The variety of music and the skill of the choirs will leave you entertained. WHAT: […]
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Published on Sunday, September 28, 2014 by The Norseman Staff
On Saturday, September 27, 26 choir members competed in the Region 8 All-Region Choir auditions. Thirteen students earned a place in the choir and 9 advance to the next round in November. Lilly Chilek – Soprano 1 – 25th chair Kailey Farris – Soprano 2 – 16th chair Addie Henry – Alto 1 (Pre-Area) – […]
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Published on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 by Robert Morgan
Every day, students come to school and are given piles of assignments to complete that night. After putting on The Sound of Music earlier this month, many students have found that participating in the musical has given them a way to be expressive and build unity between those involved.
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Published on Friday, February 21, 2014 by The Norseman Staff
Choir students competed in the 2014 UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest on Feb. 20. 96 students competed 64 received a division one rating (the highest mark) 36 qualified for State Solo & Ensemble Contest in May 24 of the State qualifiers are (Junior, Sophomores, and Freshman) The following students qualified for state: Albright, Dillon (10) […]
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Published on Thursday, February 6, 2014 by The Norseman Staff
Feb. 7-10: Bryan Fine Arts Presents ‘The Sound of Music’ Classic musical by Rodgers & Hammerstein showcased by leading talent Stellar singing and acting are highlighted under the bright lights of the Bryan Civic Auditorium Feb. 7, 8, and 10 as the Bryan High Fine Arts Department presents “The Sound of Music.” Leading talent in […]
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Published on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 by The Norseman Staff
On Saturday, January 11, seniors Lindsey Morehead and James Mosqueda earned positions in the 2014 Texas All-State Mixed Choir. Lindsey placed 4th chair in the Soprano 1 section. James placed 2nd chair in the Bass 2 section. These students will represent Bryan High School at the Texas Music Educators (TMEA) State Convention February 12-16 in […]
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Published on Monday, December 9, 2013 by Robert Morgan
With the holidays rapidly approaching, organizations are preparing for their annual traditions and festivities. The choir department is gearing up for their 30th year of Feast of Carols, a dinner and Christmas concert all centered around a Renaissance theme which will take place on December 12, 13, and 14.
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Published on Monday, September 30, 2013 by The Norseman Staff
Nine choir students earned spots in the All-Region Choir on Saturday in Belton, TX. Lindsey Morehead 5th chair – Soprano 1 Addie Henry 10th chair – Alto 1 Rebecca Peirce 25th chair – Alto 1 Andrew Liner 2nd chair – Tenor 1 Patrick Simmons 15th chair – Tenor 1 Grayson McGee 6th chair – Tenor […]
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Published on Thursday, February 28, 2013 by The Norseman Staff
The Bryan High Choir competed in UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest on Feb. 14. 110 students performed solos and 75 received a 1st division rating. Of the 75 (1st division ratings) 46 qualified for State Solo & Ensemble Contest in May at the University of Texas in Austin. *Qualified for State *Aaron Sowell *Abby Wunneburger […]
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Published on Monday, November 5, 2012 by The Norseman Staff
Nineteen freshman and sophomore choir students competed in the Region 8 – 9/10 All-region Choir auditions. Thirteen of nineteen earned a spot in the choir. 9/10 Choir members: Victoria Saenz – Soprano 7th Natalie Fisher – Soprano 14th Macy Ponzio – Soprano 15th Saori Rosas – Soprano alternate Abigal Spiegelman – Soprano alternate Amber Mosqueda […]
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Published on Sunday, September 30, 2012 by The Norseman Staff
The following choir students earned placement in the Region 8 All-Region Choir. Students ranking in the top 15 in their respective sections will continue to the next level of competition on November 3rd. Soprano 1 Lindsey Morehead – 5th Alto 1 Addie Henry – 15th Amanda Ricke – 25th Alto 2 Abby Wunneburger – 3rd […]
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Published on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 by The Norseman Staff
The choir participated in the UIL Solo and Ensemble last week. Over 120 students competed and many came out with division 1 and 2 ratings.
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Published on Thursday, February 9, 2012 by John Fuller
The Wizard of Oz, a classic American cultural entity, is cherished by children and adults across the country–and messing with something so treasured is always a risk.
Still, the risk paid off for the Fine Arts department over the weekend as they performed their interpretation of The Wizard of Oz to an audience that was left both delighted and fulfilled.
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Published on Thursday, February 2, 2012 by Emma Raleigh
On Feb. 3, 4 and 6, the fine arts department will showcase their production of The Wizard of Oz, but with a new twist. Countless hours of rehearsal and preparation have gone into this year’s production, and the audience can look forward to a unique rendition of the show they know and love.
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Published on Thursday, January 19, 2012 by The Norseman Staff
Tickets for the Fine Arts department’s spring musical, The Wizard of Oz, are on sale now. The show will be from February 3 – 6 at the Bryan Civic Auditorium.
Pre-sale tickets cost $7 for students and $10 for adults. All tickets are $12 at the door. Tickets can be purchased from any cast or crew member, or in the Choir room.
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Published on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 by The Norseman Staff
Senior Landon McGee has received the highest honor possible for a Texas music student. He placed 5th in the Tenor 2 section and will join with other musicians across the state for three days of rehearsal (February 8-10) culminating in an All-State Choir performance February 11 in San Antonio, TX.
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Published on Monday, December 12, 2011 by Andrea Mendes
The mood for Feast Of Carols was set as soon as you entered the door. It was as if someone sent you back a couple hundred years and you landed in Medieval Times. Knights stood all around, along with court jesters, lords and ladies lining the halls and ushering you forward.
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Published on Monday, November 7, 2011 by The Norseman Staff
On Saturday, the choir competed at the Region 8 Pre-Area & 9th/10th grade Region Auditions.
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Published on Monday, October 31, 2011 by Maurissa Ramirez
As the holiday season approaches, so does the annual Feast of Carols performance by the choir. In its 28th year, the show remains popular and continues to sell out performances.
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Published on Monday, September 26, 2011 by The Norseman Staff
The Bryan High Choir kids performed incredibly on Saturday at All-Region choir auditions and earned a spot in the 2011-2012 All-Region Choir. The top 15 in each section will compete at Pre-Area auditions in November. The following memebers made All-Region: James Mosqueda 5th – Bass 2 Forrest Herman 14th – Bass 2 Kyle cade 15th […]
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Published on Wednesday, April 6, 2011 by Emily Nash
In high school, being involved in different extra-curricular activities while maintaining good grades isn’t always a simple task. While balancing choir, softball and her schoolwork, senior Emily Peirce is a good example of what it takes to succeed in each of these areas.
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Published on Friday, February 25, 2011 by Emma Raleigh
After countless hours of practice and preparation, members of the fine arts department sang and danced before an enchanted audience in their spring musical, Crazy for You.
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