Prep Scholars Attend Indy Eleven Game

Several Prep scholars recently had an opportunity to attend an Indy Eleven game at Carroll Stadium. They had a great time and met players who shared their journey to professional soccer. Thanks to the Indy Eleven organization for a great time!

Tindley Prep Band at the Rhythm Discovery Center

On Thursday, April 17, 2014, the Tindley Prep Band took a field trip to the Rhythm Discovery Center, a percussion museum located in downtown Indianapolis. Here scholars had the opportunity to learn from professional musicians about the origins of percussion instruments. The tour guides gave some demonstrations of different percussion techniques as far as striking, scraping, and shaking on different instruments made out of metal, skin, and wood. The scholars were also asked scientific questions about sound waves and frequencies and were able to see the connections they have with music. Traveling through the museum, we were also shown the progression of the drum set instruments, from the older bebop set-up all the way to the more modern and electronic instruments. After the tour, the professionals lead the whole group in a drum circle, letting scholars lead the group while learning the three ways to hit the African style drums. After the amazing tour, the scholars had an awesome time exploring all the instruments on the tour, while even seeing a few hidden gems. All in all, it was a great day of musical learning!

Spotlight: Sons of Excellence Choir - 1st Performance

The Sons of Excellence Choir had their first performance Friday November 8th at the Mavris Center. They performed at the Forest Manor Gala event fundraiser. The young men did an excellent job and represented their family, country, and school well.

Watch the video of their day of preparation below. Also, find more information about Forest Manor and the work they do for the indianapolis community here. Donate to Forest Manor here.