Oct 06

Senior Spotlights: Nikki Razavi and Joshua DeFilipps

Nikki Razavi (left) and Joshua DeFilipps (right)

Nikki Razavi (violin):

Favorite memory: Having the chance to go on a sunset boat cruise on the Danube river through Budapest with the orchestra is an experience I will never forget. The addition of participating in the infamous Saxon Tsunami on the roof of the boat made the experience much more unique to the orchestra.

What I love about LHS Orchestra: I love that I can always count on the Langley Orchestra to be there for me. Having a special community in high school where a wide variety of people are joined together through their love of music is not something everyone may get the opportunity to be a part of, and I know that I’ll cherish all the memories we created together whenever I play music.

Words of wisdom: Be kind to all the new people you encounter as you never know how great the memories you create with them will be.

Joshua DeFilipps (bass):

Favorite memory: The Austria-Hungary trip is my most cherished orchestra memory. From roaming the streets of Austria on mopeds and the Hungary boat cruise to watching March Madness at three in the morning, that trip is a memory that will not be forgotten.

What I love about LHS Orchestra: Orchestra is and always will be a family. The atmosphere at concerts is so energetic and all the fun plans we come up with to do are the best. Doc is one of the greatest people I have met. Orchestra is the best class I have.

Words of wisdom: If you believe in something, take action and see what you can do. If there is a way, you will find it. Also, the bass section will always rule the room and the stage. Bass nation for life. ?

Sep 17

Senior Spotlights: Miles Yang and Otto Janke

Miles Yang (left) and Otto Janke (right)

Miles Yang (violin):

Favorite memory: On the Austria trip in our sophomore year, we were on this tour bus the day we got there. While the tour guide was speaking on the microphone, everyone was so exhausted we all fell asleep and they canceled the walking tour.

What I love about LHS Orchestra: I like how our orchestra is so laid-back and chill but we’re still beasts on concert day.

Words of wisdom: If you look really focused during sectionals, there’s a better chance that Dr. Lee won’t make you play by yourself in front of everyone.

Otto Janke (viola):

Favorite memory: writing my speech for the H2O concert with Nicholas Arthur Loria on my phone and then accidentally turning that phone off while listening to Doc speak on the podium, and hearing Nicholas (rightfully) silently stress out.

What I love about LHS Orchestra: Doc really helps Langley Orchestra feel like a friendly environment. We play music, of course, but orchestra is also an opportunity to interact with friends and never feels too stressful.

Words of wisdom: Get involved! Orchestra will be more enjoyable when you make yourself a part of the community.

Sep 03

Online Orientation

Thanks to the freshman and transfer families who were able to attend our Virtual Orientation on September 3rd.  For anyone who missed it, Doc has recorded a video message and the Tri-M Honor Society officers have also recorded short messages posted in the playlists below.  Welcome to the new school year!