Christmas concert returns for holidays

Veronica Vasquez Music is what we tend to hear around this time of year to get us in the holiday spirit. The Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra’s “Home for the Holidays” concert is the perfect event to get anyone in the mood for the holidays. The Corpus Christi Symphony has been around since 1945, putting on such events for the community when ticket prices used to be $1.50. Now prices range from $21-$95. Mark Francis, executive director, has only been with the program for a few months but knows the importance of the event. “It is a Corpus Christi tradition,” he…

Holiday Music Spectacular

Rumors of indoor winter storms highlight Del Mar College Music Department’s Holiday Spectacular. “There are some rumors that it might even snow during our performance, but I can’t confirm or deny anything” said Dr. Scott Hagarty, Associate Professor of Trumpet and Jazz. The music department will host their annual Holiday Spectacular on Dec. 1. “There is a lot of variety in the type of ensembles and music that we will perform” said Hagarty. According to Hagarty, the ensembles will include the MWF Jazz band, Del Mar Guitar Ensemble, Concert Choir, Wind Ensemble, Trumpet Ensemble, String Ensemble as well as several…

A love for music wins

Mia Estrada mestrada@foghornnews.com Before performing on stage, Gema Rodriguez got nervous as she saw people in the crowd, waiting for her to sing. “I always get jitters as I’m about to perform. I’m not as nervous as I was before when I was younger because I’m more experienced now,” said the Collegiate High School sophomore. Rodriguez showcased her love for music at Corpus Christi’s Kids Got Talent competition, winning first place in the high school category. “I had no idea I was going to win, and I was really happy, especially because last year I placed second,” Rodriguez said. “So…