Rock 101

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Rock 101 is a class that meets everyday during 6th hour. It is an auditioned group that generally consists of a singer(s),guitars, bass, drummer, and keyboard player. Students learn and perform songs in various styles of rock. They also learn about the history and progression of rock, as well as some of the note worthy musicians. Performances include the Homecoming Tailgate, Pep Assemblies, Basketball Games, and May Fete. 

rock 101 2020-21 Members:

Emily Bain is a junior at CHS. She has been the lead singer of Rock 101 for the past two years. Emily loves to sing and perform with Rock 101. She is also involved in theater, on the executive board of student council, Tri Chi, and the executive board of Tri- M honors music society. Emily is very excited to be a part of this amazing group of people! 
Sarah Clark is a senior at CHS and sings vocals for Rock 101. She has been singing since she was a child and is involved in Showcase on Stage. She has also been in Choir and Scholar Bowl since her freshman year at CHS. Music has always been a lifelong passion of Sarah’s. 

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Jessica DeMaris (Jessy D) is a Sophomore at CHS and this is her first year in Rock 101. She plays the keyboard for the Marching Showcase, Rock 101, and Jazz band. Not only does she play keyboard for the Showcase, but she also is part of the percussion ensemble playing multiple instruments. She often spends her time playing music, hanging out with friends and family, and sleeps A LOT. She hopes to continue her career in the fine arts and one day wants to become a professional musician. Also, she wants her stage name to be Jessie D, like sunny d(the drink) but better :)

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Angel Flores is a senior at CHS and plays bass guitar in Rock 101. As a first-year performer on bass, Angel desires to improve as much as possible throughout the rest of the year. This player also contributes to the CHS National Honour Society, Marching Band, and Jazz Band. If Angel had any regrets during high school, it would be not adopting a black cat.
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Amanda Taylor is a junior at CHS and plays guitar for Rock 101.This is her second year playing in the band.
She states, "It's hard for me to focus on one instrument, so I know a little bit of everything!"
Fun fact: She has two cats, Nugget and Dog Sauce. In the beginning Amanda quotes she was super nervous to play in front of a crowd, but after awhile she realized it wasn't that bad and loves it. 
Mitchell Miller is a sophomore at CHS and has been playing guitar for about 8 years. He has always loved music, it is one of his main interests. Mitchell states, "This is one of the things I have wanted to do for a long time, there will be times when I will have to overcome some of my fears, so I think that this is going to be a good choice and I’ll be able to show my talent." This will be Mitchell's first year in Rock 101.
Reed Mays is a Senior at CHS and the drummer for Rock 101. He is involved in Student Council, the Dance Team, Marching Showcase, Percussion Ensemble, National Honors Society, and FCA. Reed started playing the drums in the 7th grade. Reed is also on the City Hope Church Worship Team.