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Friday, October 4, is our trip to the Houston Symphony! We’re so excited to travel to downtown Houston to see the new renovations at Jones Hall! The Gala Opening concert with Juraj Valčuha and the orchestra kicks off the season, with one of the world’s most beloved orchestral works, Dvořák’s soul-stirring New World Symphony. This …..
Join us for a thrilling start to the high school orchestra’s concert season with “Eerie Overture”! This exciting performance will be filled with spine-tingling repertoire featuring works by some of the most renowned composers. From haunting melodies to mysterious harmonies, your favorite spooky concert pieces will be brought to life by our talented students. This …..
Mark your calendars for a night where sound and silence come together in perfect harmony. On October 30, our exceptional high school orchestra will take the stage to accompany a live screening of the classic silent film “The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari,” with a chillingly evocative score by the film composer Brian Satterwhite. This will …..
Region 23 auditions will be held on Saturday, October 12 at Kerr High School! All students will ride the bus to Kerr HS for the audition. Parents will arrive at the back of SLHS and drop students off no later than 6:45am for students to load the buses. Please remember to bring everything you will …..
It is with immense pride and joy that we announce an incredible achievement for several outstanding orchestras, both of which have earned the prestigious Mark of Excellence Award from the Foundation for Music Education. Our 2024 Symphony Orchestra and Symphony Strings were awarded this crowning achievement! This national accolade recognizes the highest levels of performance …..
We are proud to announce that our third orchestra, Lyrica, also earned Commended Winner through the Foundation of Music Education. The Citation of Excellence project seeks to recognize and award outstanding achievement in performance by non-varsity high school and middle school bands and orchestras. A unique competitive environment is created which allows ensembles to compare …..
In a whirlwind week of music, inspiration, and unforgettable experiences, our orchestras etched their mark in the heart of New York City, leaving the world’s most iconic stages in awe. With a passion that transcends their years, these young musicians took a journey that transformed their talents and dreams, culminating in an epic performance at …..
Click here to purchase tickets. Our biennial performance featuring the combined forces of the Seven Lakes Fine Arts Department, Masterworks 2024 will be held this February! This year’s theme, “Reimagined” features music from the ages that have been reconceptualized or recreated in new forms and ideas. Works from composers Heed, Abing, and Perapaskero will be …..
Thanks to all of our students who auditioned! Audition results can be viewed here.
Our orchestra won the annual Spartan Games, a charity competitive event where the entirety of the school faculty and students raise funds and donations and also compete in fun events! We’re so proud of our students for raising so much in funds and canned food! On the day of the final competition, Mr. Carlton took …..