“AFTER” - INDOOR PERCUSSION
Battery, sound design by Aya Strauss
Front ensemble by Kevin Tran
After a world-ending apocalyptic event, bands of survivors struggle for life and sustenance amidst the ruined and cracked earth. The aggressive, metallic soundscape eventually gives way to a heartwarming arrangement of “Estampes: Pagodes” by Debussy when one survivor finds a seed and plants it - leading to new hope for life, after.
This show was a 2024 SCPA A Class finalist.
“TO LIVE BY THE BRUSH” - INDOOR PERCUSSION
Front ensemble and sound design by Aya Strauss
Battery by William Fisher
We listen to the whimsical, heartwarming, and emotional inner thoughts of an artist on their journey from innocent creativity, through external criticism and self-doubt, and finally to an uplifting rendition of “Dreamer” by LaPeer as they mature through the struggles of artistry to a satisfying conclusion.
This show was a 2024 SCPA A Class semi-finalist.
“CONTACT” - INDOOR PERCUSSION
Battery, sound design by Aya Strauss
Front ensemble by Kevin Tran
This show combines elements of outer space, ancient aliens, and exploration to tell a truly human story - one of reaching out and hoping that there’s anyone out there in the universe who can hear and understand you. The track “Touch” from Daft Punk’s 2013 album “Random Access Memories” is woven throughout the arrangement to create a haunting and unique identity for this show.
This show was the 2023 SCPA A Class Champion.
“SHELTER” - INDOOR PERCUSSION
Battery, sound design by Aya Strauss
Front ensemble by Kevin Tran
This Porter Robinson-inspired show creates an ethereal and nostalgic soundscape. Evoking images of childhood and searching for a friend in the rain, the innocence and comfort of the piano and vocals, and the melodies of “Shelter” by Porter Robinson leads you on an emotional journey home.
This show was a 2022 SCPA A Class semi-finalist.
