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Vocal jazz ensemble performs first home concert after division conference

Kevin Sheridan and Kevin Sheridan April 3, 2014

The American River College vocal jazz ensemble performed its first home concert of the season March 19 in the theater. The band returned home after a successful performance at the American Choral Directors...

All that jazz

All that jazz

Brandon Nelson and Brandon Nelson April 1, 2014

Music is all around this campus. Whether it’s the vocal ensemble or the teachers, music is very much a part of the American River College campus. Although it’s hardly ever heard. On March 25, Professor...

Mike “J.Terrible” DePiero is performing a silent act with tape over his mouth with “censored” written on it. DePiero was prevented from performing an original song that he wrote, so he performed his silent act in protest. (Photo by Michael Pacheco)

Student protest brings up questions on free expression

Mike DePiero, also known as J.Terrible, staged a protest at the most recent American River College acoustic cafe. After being told he would not be able to perform one of his songs the way he wanted to,...

Concert choirs and chamber singers assemble for collaboration

Jonathan H. Ellyson and Jonathan Ellyson March 25, 2014

The American River College Concert Choir and Chamber Singers held a performance with guest appearances by the Sacramento City College Concert Choir and the Folsom High School Chamber Singers. Ralph Hughes...

Student Profile: Justin Vaughn

Student Profile: Justin Vaughn

Thalia Avila and Thalia Avila March 25, 2014

While some people are doing their best to become the next big DJ or rapper, Justin Vaughn is concentrating on opera. American River College is home to many talented students, and one of them is Vaughn....

Tribute paid to jazz musician by ensemble

Kevin Sheridan and Kevin Sheridan March 24, 2014

The American River College Jazz Ensemble performed a tribute to the music of Quincy Jones on March 13 in the ARC theater. Jones was a jazz musician who performed mostly in the 1960s and 70s, winning...

ARC Orchestra concert highlights student performances

ARC Orchestra concert highlights student performances

John Ferrannini and John Ferrannini March 19, 2014

As dusk turned to night, college students came together to pack a hot, dimly lit venue to hear a concert. But this wasn’t Life in Color, and the performer who took the stage to the cheers of the audience...

Justin Vaughn practices vocals from the piece “Dalla Sua Pace” by Mozart with Ralph Hughes playing on the piano.

Competition winners to perform with Orchestra

John Ferrannini and John Ferrannini March 12, 2014

The American River College orchestra will be performing with the winners of the third annual Concerto-Aria Competition tonight and on the 15 at 7:30 p.m. in the ARC theater. The competition – held...

Nationally recognized ensemble to perform at home

Nationally recognized ensemble to perform at home

Brandon Nelson and Brandon Nelson March 11, 2014

The American River Vocal Jazz Ensemble will be holding a concert on March 19 in the ARC Theater. General admission will be just $10 at the door and the event will be open to the public. The concert...

Second semester student Malia Kaye performs an original piece about her mother during her performance at Acoustic Cafe on Feb. 21. (Photo by Jonathan H. Ellyson)

Grassroots commercial music moves audience

Michael Pacheco and Michael Pacheco February 26, 2014

The first edition of the spring Acoustic Café 2014 took place on Feb. 21. The Acoustic Café is a free event, hosted by Professor Eric Chun, founder of the Commercial Music program at American River College. The...

The City of Trees Brass Band performed both original pieces and popilar compositions, such as Daft Punks Get Lucky. Members played several solos during different songs. (Photo by Adnan Ramic)

Kicking brass and taking names

Adnan Ramic and Adnan Ramic February 19, 2014

Four members of the City of Trees Brass Band treated students to a spontaneous performance at the Rose Marks Pavilion on Feb. 11, but the complete band also performed in midtown with all of their members...

Photo Illustration by Zach TIerney

I used to love H.E.R.

Walter Jones and Walter Jones February 7, 2014

She used to say, “Yes, yes y’all and you don’t stop.” Hearing these words always ensured me that she was going to take me to a place of beautiful bliss. This girl was hip-hop. Growing up in the...

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