Artist Statement"As a graduating Senior, it's a bit sad looking back on all the memories made in the arts department, but it was well worth the time. I’ve been in the school band program and other school music activities since 8th, and have made many fond relationships and memories. I was able to find my passion in music enjoying Jazz Band performances, energizing seasonal concerts, and the colorful and fantastic musicals that are shown every year. Particularly, playing the pit band drummer for the school production of Newsies was one of the most fun experiences I have ever had. The music in this show was always packed with energy and emotion, which are core elements of making any music enjoyable. I chose to be in the performing arts program because I realized it was a way to surround myself with tools to help me perfect my musical skills. Having access to all the instruments I wanted to play and the support form Ms. Richard and Amanda had helped me cultivate an interest in music to a true goal in my life. I hope to continue my exposure to instruments and music throughout college while taking on a minor, and also hoping to keep performing with my own band, The Placeholders.
I will really miss that cruddy percussion humor during class and the occasional scowls received for causing a ruckus. I can’t thank Ms. Richard and Amanda enough for putting up with me during all of those jawesomes, and I can certainly say it has paid off!" Joshua Poitras |