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“Countdown” by Kieri Keys ’24 with music by Nathan Choi ’24

Posted on November 17, 2022 by byun24@newarka.edu

Check out this remarkable animation by Kieri Keys ’24 with original music by Nathan Choi ’24! You can also download the animation at the link below.

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“No Discussions” by Nikhil Kumra ’22, Interview with the Producer

Posted on October 5, 2021 by azhou22

Nikhil Kumra ’22 recently released the song “NO DISCUSSIONS” along with Billboard Baba and ArmstrongWW. Belong is his song along with an interview with Nikhil about the process of producing an original song. How was it working alongside and collaborating … Continue reading →

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“Wagon Wheel” by Parth Sarkar ’21, Mateo Zoubek ’21, Jack Cleeve ’21, and Elan Lakes ’21, a Senior Project

Posted on September 1, 2021 by azhou22

For their Senior Project, Parth Sarkar ’21, Mateo Zoubek ’21, Jack Cleeve ’21, and Elan Lakes ’21 put themselves to learning the guitar. For their final presentation, they played “Wagon Wheel” by Bob Dylan together. We spent a few weeks … Continue reading →

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“Temporary Love” and “Jolene” Performed by LumeNAtion

Posted on November 18, 2020 by njain23

Despite being limited to outdoor practices, LumeNAtion continues to make music and rehearse for ICHSA. Check out the video of their audition tape with soloists Haniya Cheema ’21 and Mikey Marcus ’21.

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“Lean on Me” Choral Performance, Featuring NA Students, Faculty, and Alums

Posted on October 14, 2020 by Stella Gilbert

Recently, several current Newark Academy choral singers and alumni gave a virtual performance of “Lean on Me” in honor of Bill Withers, Lone Sailor Award Recipient and a Navy Veteran, at the Lone Sailor Honors Reception. Performers included current singers … Continue reading →

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Excerpt from by Chopin Étude Op. 25 No. 11 “Winter Wind” by Albert Zhou ’22

Posted on May 26, 2020 by azhou22

The following performance is a short excerpt from Chopin Étude Op. 25 No. 11, more commonly known as the “Winter Wind” by Albert Zhou ’22.

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Music by alumnus Chris Paradis ’16

Posted on February 24, 2020 by jparadis20

Chris Paradis has found a creative outlet in music-making since the end of high school. What started as a fun thing to do with friends—hanging out in his basement and writing rap lyrics or freestyling to beats—has turned into one … Continue reading →

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Jazz Set by Luca Moretti ’20, Teddy McGraw ’20, and Vikram Bala ’20

Posted on December 2, 2019 by jparadis20
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“The Weight,” music by Steve Miller

Posted on November 19, 2019 by abader20

Steve Miller, longtime NA staff member, presents another song, this time on the banjo. Enjoy this thoughtfully composed video and excellent musical performance!

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Reviews of Summer Art Programs

Posted on October 28, 2019 by jparadis20

Here are summaries, reviews, and reflections on summer programs that NA students have attended, hopefully to assist any prospective students looking to apply to these programs. Continue reading →

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“Bonaparte’s Retreat,” music by Steve Miller

Posted on October 13, 2019 by Flannery James

Steve Miller, musician and longtime member of the Maintenance Department, performs “Bonaparte’s Retreat” on his fiddle against the backdrop of the school auditorium under repair. See below for a description of the tune’s historical context, provided by Mr. Miller. Find … Continue reading →

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NA Orchestra Winter Concert 2017

Posted on April 10, 2017 by tjames

The Newark Academy Winter Orchestra Concert, directed by Amy Larkey-Emelianoff, took place on Thursday, January 12, 2017 in the Dining Room and included Artist-in-Residence Amadi Azikiwe. Highlights were provided by senior soloists Matthew Melillo and Eric Jacobson. Enjoy listening to this … Continue reading →

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