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More Than Just Any Dream

Tuesday, June 5th, 2012

Glenholme’s eighth annual Parents’ Weekend commenced with another wonderful student performance in The Center for the Arts. Entitled “Any Dream Will Do,” the show featured an assortment of impassioned songs, an upbeat dance, and amusing dialogue – all of which were completely captivating.

The Men’s Singing Group began the show with a powerful rendition of the national anthem. Then the five-member dance team performed their way from the aisles to the stage as Rhianna’s “Don’t Stop the Music” filled the theatre and an exciting light show whirled about the stage.

Several solos and duets showcased student talent throughout the performance. One highlight was Aaron’s performance of a song he wrote about change entitled, “Cycles.” Aaron spoke passionately when he noted that his first year at Glenholme has helped him transform into a better person and his soulful vocals and natural talent on the guitar melded superbly for the delivery of his inspirational song.


Other highlights included solos by Matt and Ian as part of the full chorus’ entertaining rendition of “Circle of Life,” a dynamic delivery of “December 1963” by Glenholme Idol, Griffin, and the duet, “Mama’s Song” by Ashlyn and Jake.

Other touching moments included the Chorale’s beautiful rendition of the challenging “Water Night” by Octavio Paz and the Men’s Singing Group’s performances of the “Dynamite” and “Hey There Delilah.”

As the traditional kick-off to Parents’ Weekend, this performance was definitely more than just any dream!

Only Three Acts Remain in Glenholme Idol!

Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

The Center for the Arts was abuzz with excitement as the audience gathered to watch Round Four of Glenholme Idol on the evening of Thursday, January 12. During this much-anticipated round of the competition, the remaining four group and solo acts showcased their talent for two staff judges and head student judge, Matt. Cheered on by an enthusiastic audience of students and staff, each act attempted to earn the highest combined judge and student scores in order to advance to next round.

Performances included:

  • “Joker Man” by Bob Dylan
  • “Marry the Night” by Lady GaGa
  • “Food Critic,” an original parody of “Billionaire” by Bruno Mars and Travie McCoy
  • “Beggin’ on Your Knees” by Victoria Justice

At the end of this high-energy single elimination round, only three acts remained. A big congratulations to the five students who advanced to Round Five!

One Glenholme teacher expressed the importance of a strong Arts program and its powerful effect on students when she said, “Glenholme’s commitment to the Arts has given students the opportunity to learn and experience success in a number of different ways.  They are not only taught to appreciate the Arts, but to participate in them. By mastering their new skills in a professional environment, students are able to develop the confidence they need to be successful in the Arts, whether in an extracurricular or professional capacity. Success is important to all of us, and by encouraging the Arts program and developing The Center for the Arts, we have given Glenholme students one more avenue to achieve their own success.”