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Westwood Horizon

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...

Sitting in a circle, Adriana Cheng '26, Jenny Yun '25, and Hannah Lee '26 engage in a game of 5 Second Rule. With a marble timer and a stack of cards, they were able to enjoy the afternoon with excitement.

Orchestra Hosts Annual Squads Reveal

Serena Liu, Reporter October 1, 2024

Sounds of laughter and excitement echo through the hallways, coming from a room usually filled with the elegant sounds of string playing. On Friday, Sept. 27 the Westwood Orchestra hosted their annual...

Violinist Darren Liu '24 stands in front of a row of violins on display at the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) convention. Westwood's Symphony Orchestra was invited to TMEA for an honors recital because they were recognized as the best orchestra in Texas.

“There’s no way it ends here”: Violinist Darren Liu ‘24 Shares Special Bond With Music

Serena Liu, Reporter May 20, 2024

Somewhere in Austin, TX, a nine-year-old boy started learning an instrument that would take him all the way through his childhood. Before, he played the piano, but there was just something not quite...

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