First-year Makayla Harris performs for the Chloe Ross ceremony in Raitt Recital Hall at Pepperdine University in November. Harris said she was one of the two students selected from the Pepperdine music department to perform. Photos courtesy of Makayla Harris First-year Makayla Harris said her dreams came true when she received the Chloe Ross Scholarship and enrolled in … [Read more...] about Fresh Faces: Pianist Dreams of Inspiring Appreciation for Classical Music
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2020 Year in Review: The Music That Made Us
Chart-topping albums and their accompanying artwork from 2020. These albums are mixed, with new critically acclaimed and underground artists. Photospread by Beth Gonzales Although 2020 was a quiet year for many industries, the music industry never slowed down. As touring and live performances came to a halt in March, music production and the art of songwriting flourished … [Read more...] about 2020 Year in Review: The Music That Made Us
Diego Perez Lets the Music Speak
Photo courtesy of Diego Perez They say let the music speak. Music allows sophomore Diego Perez to express his emotions and surrender them to God. For the past two years, Perez has grown as a musician, learned about music production and developed his skills as a singer, guitarist, pianist and drummer. “Writing my own music has helped me strengthen my relationship … [Read more...] about Diego Perez Lets the Music Speak
Taylor Begert Connects his Love of God with Music
Photo courtesy of Taylor Begert Taylor Begert, worship director of The Well, originally moved to Los Angeles to pursue singing and songwriting. Over time, he said his faith began to compliment his love for music. "I love the Lord and I love music, and getting to participate in the interaction of that in a communal space is just — it's just insane," Begert said. Begert … [Read more...] about Taylor Begert Connects his Love of God with Music
Fresh Faces: First-year Aspires to Break Into the Film Industry
Filmmaking first-year Robert Emrich holds up the final product of his band’s debut EP in July. His funk-rock band, Cheach Billin, recorded its first album, "Simple Songs" last year.Photos courtesy of Robert EmrichAs a child, first-year Robert Emrich said he was extremely farsighted, and his vision problems caused him to forgo sports and turn to other activities, such as … [Read more...] about Fresh Faces: First-year Aspires to Break Into the Film Industry