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Vol. CLIV, Issue 6
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Mining for Music

Mining for Music

Adam Heymann February 6, 2014
As someone who relishes the feeling of finding tasty tunes and learning more about the bands I'm listening to, I see no reason to wait for the next revolution in the cycle. If you are also not a fan of waiting, check out these websites that can assist you in your infinite search for good music.

Down North Brings the Funk to Coffeehouse

Vincent Warne February 1, 2014
Seattle-based foursome Down North brought their unique brand of funky, rocking soul music to Coffeehouse this past Friday, Jan. 31.

Changing Band Lineup Can Drastically Change Sound

Emma Dahl January 30, 2014
Should a band – once it’s lost its most prominent frontman – continue to try to relive the glory of its earlier days?
Drinks That Go With Your Major

Drinks That Go With Your Major

Aleida Fernandez December 9, 2013

After a rough day in classes, it's nice to sit down with a cold drink. But what about a drink specifically tailored to your studies? After careful analysis, we have found these eight majors' next drink...

Photo by Rachael Barton

Junior Principle Player Exudes Passion for Violin

Emma Dahl November 21, 2013
When junior Ryan Jacobsen arrived on Whitman Campus he thought he was going to be a doctor. Music stayed in the forefront of his mind, however, and now he a declared music major, Jacobsen is taking off in the Music Department.

Soundtrack of My Life: Professor David Schmitz

Adam Heymann November 21, 2013
As professor of the History and Sociology of Rock 'n' Roll, history professor David Schmitz is familiar with a wide arrange of music. Schmitz sat down with The Pioneer to discuss the soundtrack to his life.
Musical Nostalgia: Places, Time Have Their Own Sound

Musical Nostalgia: Places, Time Have Their Own Sound

Emma Dahl October 31, 2013
Music can embody an entire experience and make you nostalgic for a certain time and place. Blitzen Trapper, who came out with a new album this past week invokes everything nostalgia but everything great.
Syrinx Effect Brings Cinematic Flair to Chamber Music

Syrinx Effect Brings Cinematic Flair to Chamber Music

James Kennedy October 10, 2013
Syrinx Effect is unlike anything the Friday's at Four Series has ever seen. First off, it's just a sax duo. And second, they use electronics as readily as a saxophone uses reeds.
Annie Ocean: A New Student Band Watched Over by Environmentally Conscious Witch

Annie Ocean: A New Student Band Watched Over by Environmentally Conscious Witch

Emma Dahl October 3, 2013
Annie Ocean is Whitman's hottest new student band. The Pioneer sat down with them during one of their jam sessions.
Walla Walla Symphony to Continue Century-Old Tradition with New Season

Walla Walla Symphony to Continue Century-Old Tradition with New Season

Isabel Mills October 3, 2013
Find out more about the Walla Walla Symphony and its upcoming season.
David Kim: From Chemicals to Melodies

David Kim: From Chemicals to Melodies

James Kennedy September 19, 2013
At first it seemed like Whitman's new music professor was destined to become a chemist. One piano lesson later, Kim never looked back.

Meet the Visiting Professors

Isabel Mills September 19, 2013
Discover the history and hobbies of several visiting professors.
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