A Celebration of Talent and Tribute: Newton’s Grove School’s Annual Music Nights 

After School Programs, Arts, Community, Events, Music Lessons

This year, our new Music Night venue resonated with harmony, passion, and pride as we hosted two unforgettable evenings of musical excellence — our annual Music Nights: Sòlas An Àird and Sòlas Ané. Both events were extraordinary celebrations of our students’ artistic talents, leaving audiences inspired and moved.

The first evening, Sòlas An Àird, set a remarkable tone. With performances that ranged from the elegantly classical to the joyfully contemporary, our students captivated a full house. The dedication, skill, and soul each performer brought to the stage was a powerful reminder of the depth of talent in our school community.

The second event, Sòlas Ané — “Yesterday’s Joy” — was originally scheduled earlier but was postponed following a medical emergency involving our beloved Director of Music, Mr. John Alonso. In true Newton’s Grove spirit, the community rallied together in support, and when the night finally arrived, it became more than a showcase — it became a tribute.

Featuring the exceptional musical talents of our Senior School musicians alongside our outstanding Middle School Representative Band, Sòlas Ané was an emotional and uplifting celebration. Every note, every chord, and every voice seemed to carry an extra layer of meaning. The evening was lovingly dedicated to Mr. Alonso — whose vision, mentorship, and passion continue to inspire our young musicians. It was, without question, a beautiful and heartfelt homage.

These two nights were not just performances. They were expressions of unity, resilience, and the joy of music. We extend our deepest congratulations to all students who performed, and our heartfelt thanks to the music faculty and support staff whose hard work brought these magical evenings to life.

At Newton’s Grove School, music is more than an extracurricular. Its importance to our well-rounded programming is clear, with our music being one of our signature programs. 

We are so proud how these events were able to remind everyone in our community about the transformative power of the arts, and of the incredible talent – and potential – that lies within our students.

We look forward to many more nights of brilliance. Until then — bravo!

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