Special Edition Editor Beth Gonzales performs at "Peace Through Music" concert at the Lighthouse on March 23. The concert highlighted musicians from the Graphic's spring special edition. Photos by Lucian HimesThe Graphic hosted the "Peace Through Music" concert at the Lighthouse on March 23. The concert highlighted performers from the Graphic's spring special edition, "Peace … [Read more...] about Photo Gallery: Graphic Hosts ‘Peace Through Music’ Concert
Peace Through Music
Peace Through Music: Letter from the Editor
Photo by Lucian Himes Growing up, I was always singing. Always. When I was nervous or afraid of the dark, singing made me feel better every time, without fail. For me, music has always been a constant. If something stressful or sad happened during my school day, I would listen to music before bed. It made me feel better and recognize I wasn't alone. When life is hard and … [Read more...] about Peace Through Music: Letter from the Editor
Songs That Changed the World: Music of the Past, Present and Future
Nolan Harvel (left) and Oliver Westover (right) play guitar and sing. Photos by Lucian Himes. Graphics by Haley Hoidal Music can be about anything. It can be about political issues, first love, friendships, faith, the human condition and any and all types of emotions many individuals — or even just one — may find important. These can be songs of past generations … [Read more...] about Songs That Changed the World: Music of the Past, Present and Future
The Heart of Storytelling: Generational Change in Songwriting
Jadyn Gaertner writes music in her room at DeBell Hall. Photos by Lucian Himes When people hear the lyrics to their first nursery rhyme, "Happy Birthday," the first band anthem they learned the words to or the song they automatically put on in the car, the lyrics and messages might stay with them for the rest of their lives. Musicians weave together words and chord … [Read more...] about The Heart of Storytelling: Generational Change in Songwriting
