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Tossing their flags in unison, members of the Color Guard stand with the band as they line up in their company front. During a company front, the whole band forms a line and marches side by side across the field.

Band Concludes Season With ‘Timeless’ Performance

Addy Temple and Jacob Chow November 15, 2024

The clarity of the band's sound rings throughout the Alamodome, and the echoes bring chills to the audience members. On Friday Nov. 8, The band competed at the Bands of America (BOA) San Antonio Super...

Arms outstretched, the tenor and bass sections of the choir perform "Bonk' Abaphandle," the final piece performed exclusively by Westwood singers. The song's theme of welcoming was designed to serve as a welcome to "The Tribe" for younger learning communities.

RRISD Choirs Rise Up to Occasion at Vertical Concert

Sabrina Kim, Heritage Co-Chief November 11, 2024

The Raymond E. Hartfield Performing Arts Center (PAC) is overflowing, literally. The 1,200-seats of the auditorium are completely full, leaving parents and families to loiter by the entrances or lean...

Gazing into a magic eight ball, seniors Connor Wormington and Vince Pham participate in the fortune teller station set up in the Black Box. Aside from the haunted house, officers also planned stations to be happening concurrently so everyone would stay entertained.

Stage Fright Delight: Drama Club Hosts Haunted House

Mayla Montgomery, A&E Editor November 8, 2024

Screams echoed through the corridors, supplemented by eerie sounds and flashing lights all emanating from Little Black Box. On Wednesday, Oct. 30, Drama Club put on their first ever haunted house,...

Standing on a stage, the trombone ensemble claps to a beat. The trombone ensemble provides a groove to part three of the band's show Timeless.

Band Narrowly Misses Advancement to State

Jacob Chow and Addy Temple November 6, 2024

As the band walked off the field, smiles spread across every student’s face. Regardless of the results, they were proud of their performance. On Saturday, Nov. 2, the Westwood Warrior Marching Band...

Skirt flowing behind her, Abi Caudle '26 spins her flag. The guard uniforms were designed by Jim Moore to look elegant and grand.

Dawn of Time

Addy Temple and Jacob Chow October 30, 2024

The cafeteria went silent and the only sound to be heard was the whirring projector. Suddenly, images of melting clocks and golden hourglasses flashed across the screen, accompanied by classic tunes...

Smiling, Symphony cellist Elizabeth Hsu '25 faces the audience after completing their final piece, 'Stepping Out' by Edward Gregson. Symphony Orchestra was greeted by a thunderous round of applause after displaying skill throughout the whole performance.

Orchestra Brings Proficiency and Color to Stage at Fall Concert

Serena Liu, Reporter October 25, 2024

With a single wave of a conductor’s baton, magic is brought to the stage. The sounds of splendid string bowing resonated throughout the Cedar Ridge Auditorium for nearly two hours. Orchestra students...

Focused on the drum majors, Jonathan Chien ‘25 performs 'Clair De Lune' as a part of a small ensemble. The Warrior Band performed their show, entitled 'Timeless', at the UIL Region 26 marching contest on Tuesday, Oct. 15.

Band Sweeps With Superior Ratings at UIL Region Competition

Jacob Chow, Heritage Staff October 22, 2024

From Bach's pureness to Stravinsky's anger and dissonance, the Westwood Warrior Marching Band’s show Timeless has it all. Following an outstanding performance at the UIL Region 26 marching band contest...

Posing in a kneel, Rachel Zhu '26, Julia Gray '28, Pio Antony '27, and Soomin Oh '27 play a difficult part of their music. The band had roughly a week to pull together some of the hardest parts of their show to be ready in time for TMC.

Band Pushes Through Intense Competition at Texas Marching Classic

Jacob Chow and Addy Temple October 14, 2024

The final chord of Beethoven's Ode To Joy rings out throughout the stadium before thunderous applause and a standing ovation. On Saturday, Oct. 12 the Westwood Warrior Band performed their 2024-2025...

Amidst dining room set pieces, Adam Trenk '26 - as Thomas - pantomimes serving food to fellow actors Saffron Kollodge '26 and Sabrina Kim '25. Trenk was one of the actors to play a "Gossip," members of the ensemble who, in addition to performing roles like Thomas, also served as narration for the show. They bookended scenes and spoke to audience members, representing the gossip in society surrounding the play's events.

Theater Brings Regency England to Life in ‘Sense and Sensibility’

Sabrina Kim, Heritage Co-Chief October 13, 2024

A casual observer might have thought someone was throwing an extravagant ball in the Big Black Box. The room was transformed - with cameo portraits on opposite walls, an ornate chandelier hung from...

Awaiting the count in, Keiran Beltran '26 holds his mellophone at set. In the stands, the band has many traditions ranging from vocals to choreography.

Inside the Circle

Jacob Chow and Addy Temple October 6, 2024

The final bell rings, marking the end of another school day. Many students’ thoughts are focused on going home to relax, but members of the Westwood Band are in a completely different mindset: they...

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