http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/getFeed.kickAction?quantity=25 New blogs from amygrant on iComm Student Media Thu, 25 Feb 2010 23:13:14 GMT Thu, 25 Feb 2010 23:13:14 GMT byuicomm@gmail.com (icomm) byuicomm@gmail.com (icomm) KickApps Feed Builder 2010-02-25T23:13:14Z 2 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/searchEverything.kickAction?as=96698&sortType=recent 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Concert-promotes-patriotism-brings-tears/BLOG/1916643/96698.html  The colors red, white and blue covered the Barrus Concert Hall last Friday night. The BYU-Idaho Symphony Band, conducted by Diane Soelberg, performed its annual Stars and Stripes and Sousa concert, featuring trombonist Larry Zalkind.The audience fell silent and rose to its feet as the color guard appeared and performed the flag ceremony. The Symphony Band then performed its first number, “The Star Spangled Banner.”Trombonist Larry Zalkind appeared as the featured soloist for two pieces: “Annie Laurie” and “Liebesleid.” Zalkind began his trombone career at age 8 in his elementary school music program. While working on his doctorate in music performance at the University of Michigan, Zalkind became the Utah Symphony Principal Trombonist in 1981.Zalkind now works as the Acting Associate Principal with the Los Angeles Philharmonic. He has also released two solo albums under the Summit Records label entitled Larry Zalkind Plays Baroque Music on the Trombone and Encore!Spurts of applause filled the auditorium throughout Zalkind’s performance in both pieces. When his time ended, the crowd not only clapped and cheered but also gave Zalkind a standing ovation as he exited the stage.“I really liked Larry Zalkind,” said Enoch Jenson, a parent of band member Terance Jenson. “That’s my kind of music for sure.”The night proceeded with many more numbers, including “The Sound of Music,” a medley of familiar songs from the musical.The audience quietly sang along, bobbing their heads as the Symphony Band transitioned from “The Hills are Alive With the Sound of Music” to “My Favorite Things” to “Sixteen Going on Seventeen.” Smiles appeared on the audience members’ faces as each recognizable song filled the room.“We tried to choose a variety of songs you’d enjoy, or so we hope,” said conductor Diane Soelberg prior to the last two performances. Soelberg then announced the second to last piece, “Parade of Services,” a medley of military branch theme songs.Audience members who had served or are currently serving in the military were then invited to stand during their branch’s theme song.Patriotism filled the room as men stood up with each transition and tears filled the eyes of some of the listeners. “I was really excited and fulfilled by the way it was all presented,” said Specialist Baker, a member of the ROTC on campus. “It was a good feeling.”The night ended with “The Stars and Stripes Forever.” Towards the end of the number, three piccolo players and the trumpet and trombone sections lined the front of the stage as a large American flag dropped from the ceiling.“I was really honored to be a part of this performance,” said Katie Sorensen, a junior studying music education. “I feel like our military does so much for us; this is something we can do for them.”Crystal Perry Scroll Staff            The colors red, white and blue covered the Barrus Concert Hall last Friday night. The BYU-Idaho Symphony Band, conducted by Diane Soelberg, performed its annual Stars and Stripes and Sousa concert, featuring trombonist Larry Zalkind.The audience fell silent and rose to its feet as the color guard appeared and performed the flag ceremony. The Symphony Band then performed its first number, “The Star Spangled Banner.”Trombonist Larry Zalkind appeared as the featured soloist for two pieces: “Annie Laurie” and “Liebesleid.” Zalkind began his trombone career at age 8 in his elementary school music program. While working on his doctorate in music performance at the University of Michigan, Zalkind became the Utah Symphony Principal Trombonist in 1981.Zalkind now works as the Acting Associate Principal with the Los Angeles Philharmonic. He has also released two solo albums under the Summit Records label entitled Larry Zalkind Plays Baroque Music on the Trombone and Encore!Spurts of applause filled the auditorium throughout Zalkind’s performance in both pieces. When his time ended, the crowd not only clapped and cheered but also gave Zalkind a standing ovation as he exited the stage.“I really liked Larry Zalkind,” said Enoch Jenson, a parent of band member Terance Jenson. “That’s my kind of music for sure.”The night proceeded with many more numbers, including “The Sound of Music,” a medley of familiar songs from the musical.The audience quietly sang along, bobbing their heads as the Symphony Band transitioned from “The Hills are Alive With the Sound of Music” to “My Favorite Things” to “Sixteen Going on Seventeen.” Smiles appeared on the audience members’ faces as each recognizable song filled the room.“We tried to choose a variety of songs you’d enjoy, or so we hope,” said conductor Diane Soelberg prior to the last two performances. Soelberg then announced the second to last piece, “Parade of Services,” a medley of military branch theme songs.Audience members who had served or are currently serving in the military were then invited to stand during their branch’s theme song.Patriotism filled the room as men stood up with each transition and tears filled the eyes of some of the listeners. “I was really excited and fulfilled by the way it was all presented,” said Specialist Baker, a member of the ROTC on campus. “It was a good feeling.”The night ended with “The Stars and Stripes Forever.” Towards the end of the number, three piccolo players and the trumpet and trombone sections lined the front of the stage as a large American flag dropped from the ceiling.“I was really honored to be a part of this performance,” said Katie Sorensen, a junior studying music education. “I feel like our military does so much for us; this is something we can do for them.”Crystal Perry Scroll Staff           Thu, 25 Feb 2010 23:13:14 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Concert-promotes-patriotism-brings-tears/BLOG/1916643/96698.html amygrant 2010-02-25T23:13:14Z ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT PHOTOS iComm Student Media  The colors red, white and blue covered the Barrus Concert Hall last Friday night. The BYU-Idaho Symphony Band, conducted by Diane Soelberg, performed its annual Stars and Stripes and Sousa concert, featuring trombonist Larry Zalkind.The audience fell silent and rose to its feet as the color guard appeared and performed the flag ceremony. The Symphony Band then performed its first number, “The Star Spangled Banner.”Trombonist Larry Zalkind appeared as the featured soloist for two pieces: “Annie Laurie” and “Liebesleid.” Zalkind began his trombone career at age 8 in his elementary school music program. While working on his doctorate in music performance at the University of Michigan, Zalkind became the Utah Symphony Principal Trombonist in 1981.Zalkind now works as the Acting Associate Principal with the Los Angeles Philharmonic. He has also released two solo albums under the Summit Records label entitled Larry Zalkind Plays Baroque Music on the Trombone and Encore!Spurts of applause filled the auditorium throughout Zalkind’s performance in both pieces. When his time ended, the crowd not only clapped and cheered but also gave Zalkind a standing ovation as he exited the stage.“I really liked Larry Zalkind,” said Enoch Jenson, a parent of band member Terance Jenson. “That’s my kind of music for sure.”The night proceeded with many more numbers, including “The Sound of Music,” a medley of familiar songs from the musical.The audience quietly sang along, bobbing their heads as the Symphony Band transitioned from “The Hills are Alive With the Sound of Music” to “My Favorite Things” to “Sixteen Going on Seventeen.” Smiles appeared on the audience members’ faces as each recognizable song filled the room.“We tried to choose a variety of songs you’d enjoy, or so we hope,” said conductor Diane Soelberg prior to the last two performances. Soelberg then announced the second to last piece, “Parade of Services,” a medley of military branch theme songs.Audience members who had served or are currently serving in the military were then invited to stand during their branch’s theme song.Patriotism filled the room as men stood up with each transition and tears filled the eyes of some of the listeners. “I was really excited and fulfilled by the way it was all presented,” said Specialist Baker, a member of the ROTC on campus. “It was a good feeling.”The night ended with “The Stars and Stripes Forever.” Towards the end of the number, three piccolo players and the trumpet and trombone sections lined the front of the stage as a large American flag dropped from the ceiling.“I was really honored to be a part of this performance,” said Katie Sorensen, a junior studying music education. “I feel like our military does so much for us; this is something we can do for them.”Crystal Perry Scroll Staff           arts & entertainment, band, crystal perry, larry zalkind, photos, symphony nonadult false Concert promotes patriotism, brings tears text blog arts & entertainment,band,crystal perry,larry zalkind,photos,symphony 55 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=20207961&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_C.jpg false 0 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT / PHOTOS 0 1916643 20207961 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Amid-grief-Haitian-students-turn-to-service/BLOG/1807345/96698.html As time passes, the affects of Haiti’s earthquake don’t disappear, but rather become more apparent in the lives of BYU–Idaho students.   Farah Jn-Baptiste, a sophomore from Haiti studying health science, experienced a shift in her world when she received a visit from the bishop, relief society president and elder’s quorum president of her student ward the Saturday after the earthquake.Jn-Baptiste’s mother and brother were in Haiti when the earthquake hit. “I kept calling my mom, but she wouldn’t answer. I just thought she must be doing something,” Jn-baptiste said, reflecting on the day of the earthquake.  Unable to contact her family, Jn-Baptiste could do nothing but live her life, attending classes and studying for tests. Saturday morning came and grief quickly replaced worry as Jn-Baptiste’s bishop relayed the news of her mother’s death and brother’s safety. As pictures of her mother and brother flashed across the screen of her nearby laptop, Jn-Baptiste said, “The reason why I still go to class, or still smile, laugh or make jokes is because of the gospel. I do cry, because that’s what the human body does. But I’m not angry.  It’s because of the Atonement that I feel the way I do.”The death of Jn-Baptiste’s mother did not only affect her but also awakened the reality of Haiti’s earthquake in her ward and friends.“I immediately thought of Farah,” said Stella Gorée, a sophomore studying recreation management who is a close friend of Jn-Baptiste. “I wish I could be there to help in some way; it’s a helpless feeling.”Haitians Gina Dorsan, a sophomore studying health science, and her roommate Fedeline Jean, a sophomore studying elementary education, continue to cope with news of the earthquake. They received the news of the earthquake through a phone call from Dorsan’s sister while on the way back from shopping in Idaho Falls. “I immediately wanted to help. It’s kind of hard in Rexburg, when people don’t even know where Haiti is or that there are Haitians here,” Dorsan said.Both Dorsan and Jean expressed their love for Haiti while wearing the Haitian flag in their hair.“To those who don’t know where Haiti is, try to find out. There’s a world out there. Haiti represents us,” Jean said. Some of Jean’s siblings still live in Haiti. She knows two of her sisters are safe, but she is still waiting for news about her two brothers. With desire to help relieve the pain of the Haitian people, Dorsan collaborated with the Church’s humanitarian board and put together a relief project.   The project consisted of assembling hygiene kits in the Taylor Cultural Hall last Saturday.Dorsan had the opportunity to shake Elder Russell M. Nelson’s hand after his devotional address.“I was so happy when he talked about Haiti. I felt so relieved,” Dorsan said. “I was so happy to know that all nine church buildings are still up and are being used for shelter.” Jn-Baptiste, Dorsan, Jean and others who have been affected by the earthquake all gain strength and understanding in the gospel of Jesus Christ.“This is the time, as Latter-day Saints, we have to get together,” Dorsan said.  “The Church teaches that charity never faileth. It teaches [us] to be Christ-like and to help one another during these troubling times.” As time passes, the affects of Haiti’s earthquake don’t disappear, but rather become more apparent in the lives of BYU–Idaho students.   Farah Jn-Baptiste, a sophomore from Haiti studying health science, experienced a shift in her world when she received a visit from the bishop, relief society president and elder’s quorum president of her student ward the Saturday after the earthquake.Jn-Baptiste’s mother and brother were in Haiti when the earthquake hit. “I kept calling my mom, but she wouldn’t answer. I just thought she must be doing something,” Jn-baptiste said, reflecting on the day of the earthquake.  Unable to contact her family, Jn-Baptiste could do nothing but live her life, attending classes and studying for tests. Saturday morning came and grief quickly replaced worry as Jn-Baptiste’s bishop relayed the news of her mother’s death and brother’s safety. As pictures of her mother and brother flashed across the screen of her nearby laptop, Jn-Baptiste said, “The reason why I still go to class, or still smile, laugh or make jokes is because of the gospel. I do cry, because that’s what the human body does. But I’m not angry.  It’s because of the Atonement that I feel the way I do.”The death of Jn-Baptiste’s mother did not only affect her but also awakened the reality of Haiti’s earthquake in her ward and friends.“I immediately thought of Farah,” said Stella Gorée, a sophomore studying recreation management who is a close friend of Jn-Baptiste. “I wish I could be there to help in some way; it’s a helpless feeling.”Haitians Gina Dorsan, a sophomore studying health science, and her roommate Fedeline Jean, a sophomore studying elementary education, continue to cope with news of the earthquake. They received the news of the earthquake through a phone call from Dorsan’s sister while on the way back from shopping in Idaho Falls. “I immediately wanted to help. It’s kind of hard in Rexburg, when people don’t even know where Haiti is or that there are Haitians here,” Dorsan said.Both Dorsan and Jean expressed their love for Haiti while wearing the Haitian flag in their hair.“To those who don’t know where Haiti is, try to find out. There’s a world out there. Haiti represents us,” Jean said. Some of Jean’s siblings still live in Haiti. She knows two of her sisters are safe, but she is still waiting for news about her two brothers. With desire to help relieve the pain of the Haitian people, Dorsan collaborated with the Church’s humanitarian board and put together a relief project.   The project consisted of assembling hygiene kits in the Taylor Cultural Hall last Saturday.Dorsan had the opportunity to shake Elder Russell M. Nelson’s hand after his devotional address.“I was so happy when he talked about Haiti. I felt so relieved,” Dorsan said. “I was so happy to know that all nine church buildings are still up and are being used for shelter.” Jn-Baptiste, Dorsan, Jean and others who have been affected by the earthquake all gain strength and understanding in the gospel of Jesus Christ.“This is the time, as Latter-day Saints, we have to get together,” Dorsan said.  “The Church teaches that charity never faileth. It teaches [us] to be Christ-like and to help one another during these troubling times.” Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:06:38 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Amid-grief-Haitian-students-turn-to-service/BLOG/1807345/96698.html amygrant 2010-02-05T00:06:38Z LIFESTYLES PHOTOS iComm Student Media As time passes, the affects of Haiti’s earthquake don’t disappear, but rather become more apparent in the lives of BYU–Idaho students.   Farah Jn-Baptiste, a sophomore from Haiti studying health science, experienced a shift in her world when she received a visit from the bishop, relief society president and elder’s quorum president of her student ward the Saturday after the earthquake.Jn-Baptiste’s mother and brother were in Haiti when the earthquake hit. “I kept calling my mom, but she wouldn’t answer. I just thought she must be doing something,” Jn-baptiste said, reflecting on the day of the earthquake.  Unable to contact her family, Jn-Baptiste could do nothing but live her life, attending classes and studying for tests. Saturday morning came and grief quickly replaced worry as Jn-Baptiste’s bishop relayed the news of her mother’s death and brother’s safety. As pictures of her mother and brother flashed across the screen of her nearby laptop, Jn-Baptiste said, “The reason why I still go to class, or still smile, laugh or make jokes is because of the gospel. I do cry, because that’s what the human body does. But I’m not angry.  It’s because of the Atonement that I feel the way I do.”The death of Jn-Baptiste’s mother did not only affect her but also awakened the reality of Haiti’s earthquake in her ward and friends.“I immediately thought of Farah,” said Stella Gorée, a sophomore studying recreation management who is a close friend of Jn-Baptiste. “I wish I could be there to help in some way; it’s a helpless feeling.”Haitians Gina Dorsan, a sophomore studying health science, and her roommate Fedeline Jean, a sophomore studying elementary education, continue to cope with news of the earthquake. They received the news of the earthquake through a phone call from Dorsan’s sister while on the way back from shopping in Idaho Falls. “I immediately wanted to help. It’s kind of hard in Rexburg, when people don’t even know where Haiti is or that there are Haitians here,” Dorsan said.Both Dorsan and Jean expressed their love for Haiti while wearing the Haitian flag in their hair.“To those who don’t know where Haiti is, try to find out. There’s a world out there. Haiti represents us,” Jean said. Some of Jean’s siblings still live in Haiti. She knows two of her sisters are safe, but she is still waiting for news about her two brothers. With desire to help relieve the pain of the Haitian people, Dorsan collaborated with the Church’s humanitarian board and put together a relief project.   The project consisted of assembling hygiene kits in the Taylor Cultural Hall last Saturday.Dorsan had the opportunity to shake Elder Russell M. Nelson’s hand after his devotional address.“I was so happy when he talked about Haiti. I felt so relieved,” Dorsan said. “I was so happy to know that all nine church buildings are still up and are being used for shelter.” Jn-Baptiste, Dorsan, Jean and others who have been affected by the earthquake all gain strength and understanding in the gospel of Jesus Christ.“This is the time, as Latter-day Saints, we have to get together,” Dorsan said.  “The Church teaches that charity never faileth. It teaches [us] to be Christ-like and to help one another during these troubling times.” crystal perry, earthquake, farah jn-baptiste, fedeline jean, gina dorsan, haiti, joey ferguson, lifestyles, photos nonadult false Amid grief, Haitian students turn to service text blog crystal perry,earthquake,farah jn-baptiste,fedeline jean,gina dorsan,haiti,joey ferguson,lifestyles,photos 77 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=20207961&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_D.jpg false 0 LIFESTYLES / PHOTOS 0 1807345 20207961 Member 0