Purely Rhythmic percussion concert
By Tolu Salako Staff Writer Students hear them at the pep rallies, in the stands and on the field, but once fall is over, they cease to hear from them until the next year rolls around. However, these percussionists do not just rest after the fall; they are in the band hall almost every day after school preparing for their upcoming concert, Purely Rhythmic. Coppell High School percussionists are working for more than six hours per week to prepare for this annual concert, working to make it even better than before. These students have been playing percussion for more than four years and have developed advanced musical skills. Almost every day before and after school,…
Students ‘master’ the competition
By Sarah Police Staff Writer When asked how she feels about her artwork being showcased, senior Michelle Yi is shy and humble. A modest smile comes across her face as she says “I just had a good feeling” about the piece. Yi is one of fours students at CHS who have received recognition through The Young Masters Art Exhibition. Seniors Christina Wagner and Michelle Yi, and juniors Austin Huens and Ian Maley, will have their art displayed at the Dallas Museum of Art from Feb. 5 through April 8. The Young Masters Art Exhibition has been an annual competition since 1995. It is sponsored by the Dallas Museum of Art and the O’Donnell Foundation. To…
‘Dragon Tattoo’ leaves permanent mark
By Madison Ford Entertainment Editor Chinese New Year has marked 2012 as the Year of the Dragon, and it may be just that, in more ways than one. With a striking five Academy Award nominations for its American movie adaptation, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo craze seems to have reached new heights. Author Stieg Larsson’s The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo was first published in his native Sweden in 2005. Since then, the book has risen in popularity, with translated copies popping up all over the world, including the United States in 2008. During the past four years, the book has grabbed the attention of American readers in a way that is rarely seen…
Author John Green does not forget to be awesome
By Michelle Pitcher Editor-in-Chief Young people sporting assorted articles of clothing featuring the words “Don’t Forget to Be Awesome” in some fashion formed a dense mass in the entrance hall to the Dallas Public Library on Jan. 22, waiting to meet New York Times Bestselling author and YouTube sensation John Green. Green, whose most recently published novel, The Fault in Our Stars, has become the No. 1 New York Times Bestseller after having been on the market for less than a month, began his “Tour de Nerdfighting” on Jan. 10, travelling across the nation to promote the book’s release. Many of the events, such as appearances in New York and California, sold out almost immediately…
Harry Potter stars make new names for themselves
By Jordan Bickham Staff Writer The Harry Potter film franchise has been a huge part of culture all over the world since the first movie premiered in 2001, and it has continued to play a significant role in entertainment today, even with the conclusion of the series. But the actors are finally putting the series behind them, moving on and beginning new projects that stray away from what the actors are known for. Many fans are upset the series is over, but truly devoted fans of the cast are willing to follow them even as they move on to new projects. “It is saddening, but they are growing up and we are growing up with them,”…
‘Albert Nobbs’ comes to Fort Worth, recognizes support
By Madison Ford Entertainment Editor Hollywood came to Fort Worth on Sunday, bringing with it cinematic royalty and a film that is already pushing boundaries and opening minds. Albert Nobbs, Glenn Close’s newest film, held a private screening at the Modern Art Museum, where prominent figures in the Dallas/Fort Worth area gathered to get a sneak peak. In a matter of hours, the entrance to the museum was transformed into a venue that emanated both class and Hollywood glamour. Rose filled vases and subtle Irish tunes set the tone of the evening as guests flooded the gala. With attendees ranging from Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones to Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price, the…
Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol prevails despite flaws
By Coleman Armes Staff Writer As I sat down to watch the fourth installment of the Mission Impossible series, Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol, I expected something great. Based on the reviews the movie was getting from not only critics, but also from my friends, I just assumed this would be the best Mission Impossible yet. When the credits started to roll, however, I left thinking the movie was good, but certainly did not meet my expectations. The plot is once again about saving the world. This time, the Kremlin has been bombed and the Impossible Mission Force is being falsely accused of the act. Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and his team must prove the IMF…
Spielberg brings textbooks to life
By Jordan Thompson Staff Writer E.T. ‘phoned’ our hearts while Jurassic Park immortalized our imaginations, and yet Steven Spielberg is still not finished decorating the entertainment industry with his name. In December of 2012, he plans to bring to life a piece of American history and introduce it in a way that no classroom ever could. Spielberg has dug up the story of Abraham Lincoln so that he may restore it to life for a generation who appreciates adventure as much as they enjoy reality drama. Lincoln has been a project of Abeyance for Spielberg and shoved beneath War Horse and The Adventures of Tin Tin, his two most recent films. But Spielberg has silently…
Stuff You Should Know now easy to discover
By Michelle Pitcher Editor-in-Chief This summer, I became the newest regular on the 7:11 a.m. DART to Dallas, and the rides very soon became the bane of my existence. The dizzying motion of the DART train, the stressed businessmen yelling into their Bluetooth headpieces, and the incessant crying of babies; however I somehow managed to keep my sanity. Every morning I took the first available window seat, put my headphones in and tuned into the Stuff You Should Know podcast, my new favorite source of entertainment. This podcast, a featured show on HowStuffWorks.com, airs twice a week and is unlike any other form of entertainment I have ever known. The premise is that in every…
‘Sherlock Holmes’ makes successful return to the big screen
By Sarah Police Staff Writer It is really refreshing when a sequel trumps the original. It is like fresh baked cookies or getting an A on that math test. It is just really satisfying. And satisfying is exactly how I would describe Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows. At the beginning of the movie, I was hesitant about the sequel. I thought that it was going to be like the first one, which, don’t get me wrong, was decent, but it didn’t turn me into a crazy fan-girl for Robert Downey Jr. (Sherlock Holmes). And before you even think about it, the only thing I will say regarding Rachel McAdams (Irene Adler) is no comment….