The Newtonite

Springfest welcomes in the season with blissful arrangements

William Yanhs, Arts Editor • May 10, 2024

Springfest, the music department’s annual concert, artfully rang in the Spring season April 10 in the Lasker Performing Arts Center. Featuring performances from the Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, Symphonic...

Winterfest, Sophomore Speeches delayed by teachers’ strike

Eric Lam and William Yanhs, Arts editors • January 25, 2024

As the Newton Teachers Association (NTA) continues striking in pursuit of a fair contract, North’s Winterfest performance is left without a date, buried by an absence of teachers and a lack of practice...

Review: Jubilee Singers impress audience with breathtaking vocals

The Newtonite • February 10, 2015

by Amy Morrill Joyful music filled the auditorium during the Jubilee Singers’ winter concert Saturday. Jubilee, directed by Sheldon Reid, were joined by South’s Harambee Gospel Choir. Harambee began...

Jubilee Singers to perform in concert with South's Harambee choir

The Newtonite • February 1, 2015

by Amy Morrill Jubilee Singers, alongside South’s Harambee gospel choir, will perform in their winter concert “Sing for Joy” Saturday, Jan. 7 at 7 p.m. Harambee will be joining Jubilee for “Looking...

Update: Preview: Winterfest to display wide variety of talent in two-day event

Rose Bostwick • January 24, 2015

UPDATE 1/28/2015: Due to the inclement weather, Winterfest I has been postponed to Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. Winterfest II will remain tomorrow at the updated time of 8 p.m. In honor of the winter season,...

Review: Winterfest presents skilled musicians performing upbeat, chilling pieces

The Newtonite • January 31, 2014

Musicians performed Winterfest I and II Wednesday and yesterday in the auditorium. This year, the concert included the talented Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Flute and Clarinet Choir, Family Singers, Concert Choir, and the Orchestra.

Preview: Winterfest to provide two-day musical experience

The Newtonite • January 20, 2014

In the auditorium, the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and small chamber ensembles will be performing at this school for Winterfest I Wednesday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m., followed the next night by the Concert Choir, Family Singers, Orchestra, and String Ensemble for Winterfest II Thursday, Jan. 30 at 7:30 p.m.

Preview: Harvestfest provides diverse, exciting music

The Newtonite • November 5, 2012

by Leah Budson As the leaves fade from green to shades of red, auburn and gold, this school’s music ensembles can be heard practicing for their first concert of the year, Harvestfest.