Toccatatones 2023 Spring Concert Program

The High Point University Toccatatones

PRESENT

The Murder at 807 Poplar St.

President

Aidan O'Donovan

Vice President

Elijah Sprung

Music Director

Justin Shaw

SGA Representative

Trax

Joe Maronski

Concert Committee

Enrique Laing

Xavier Little

Joe Maronski

Mac Mollins

Aidan O'Donovan

Josef Stokes

Choreography

Enrique Laing

Davis Trax

Audio Mixing

Trevor Kaiwa

Liquid 5th Productions

Mac Mollins

Video Production

Joe Maronski

Lighting

Thomas Ruhe

Creative Sound & Lighting

Asst. Music Director Davis

Head of PR & Treasurer

Songs & Events

The Murder at 807 Poplar St.

I Hear a Symphony

Music for a Sushi Restaurant

Poplar St.

Everything Iris

Cooler Than Me

Arsonist's Lullabye

Grow Back

Sweater Weather

I'm Still Standing

Recognitions

Rookie of the Year

Jacket Ceremony

Joe's Senior Roast

Ordinary People

Justin's Senior Roast

Come Alive

Celia

Aidan O'Donovan

Davis Trax

Elijah Sprung

Enrique Laing

Davis Trax

Mac Mollins

Xavier Little

Elijah Sprung

Oscar Grob

Joe Maronski

Joe Maronski

Elijah Sprung

Aidan & James

Joe Maronski

Elijah & Davis

Justin Shaw

Joe Maronski

Justin Shaw

The Boys

Seniors

Tenor 1 Bass & Vocal Percussion

Juniors

Aidan O'Donovan

James Sandoval

Elijah Sprung

Davis Trax

Tenor 2 & Baritone

Tenor 1 & Tenor 2

Baritone

Tenor 1 & Vocal Percussion

Sophomores

Kyler Koning

Xavier Little

Mac Mollins

Josef Stokes

Oscar Grob

Enrique Laing

Tenor 2 Bass Baritone

Bass & Vocal Percussion

Freshman

Tenor 1, 2, & Baritone

Baritone

The Seniors

Joe Maronski

Joe Maronski, originally from Miller Place, NY, is a Journalism and Political Science dual degree student with a minor in Italian Studies. He joined Toccatatones in the spring of 2020 and has been a

member of the group for 7 semesters Joe is the high notes of the group, singing tenor 1 for his His favorite song he has sang which will be featured on the new in the Night'. His favorite memory is the 20th Anniversary concert in the Spring of 2021 and his favorite part of the group is the boys. After graduation, Joe will be moving to Washington D.C. to pursue a career in political journalism. He wishes to thank his parents, Megan and Vinnie, for their unwavering support, his brother Vincent for always cheering him on, and his friends, especially Katy, Sam, Lizzy, Zach, Dezi, Brooke, Andrew, Nicole, and Alyssa, for always being there for him.

I love you boys

Original Roster Photo (2020)

The Seniors

Justin Shaw

Justin Shaw, from Old Lyme, CT, is a Finance major. He joined Toccatatones in the fall of 2019 and has been a member of the group for all 8 semester he has been at High Point University.

Justin's bass notes and vocal percussion add the spice the group needs, singing bass for his entire time as a member.

His favorite song he has sang with the group is 'Desperado' from the groups latest album 'Fate' His favorite memory is the 2022 Acatoberfest Concert when the group dressed as grandmas. His favorite part of being a Toccatatone has been the brotherhood within the group.

After graduation, Justin intends to move to Boston, MA, but is not 100% sure where life will take him. He wishes to thank his parents for always being there and supporting him.

Justin wants to remind all of the underclassmen in the group and all future Toccatatones to have fun and make the most of your time as a member because it will fly by in the blink of an eye.

Original Roster Photo (2019)

The Juniors

Aidan O'Donovan

Aidan O'Donovan is from Reston, VA and is majoring in Criminal Justice with a minor in Political Science. He joined Toccatatones in the fall of 2020 and sings tenor 2 and baritone.

Aidan's favorite song has been 'Moves', which is on the groups most recent album, 'Fate'. He is excited to grow as a group and perform more next year.

Aidan would like to thank his parents and brother for always supporting him in what he loves to do and the group for making him the man he is today.

James Sandoval

James Sandoval is from Severn, MD and is a double major in Music and International Relations. He has been a member of the group since the fall of 2021, singing tenor 1 and tenor 2.

James' favorite memory with the group was recording the newest album over fall break, which will be released this spring. He is excited to get back in the competition world next year with the group.

James would like to thank his family and friends for their continued love and support.

The Juniors

Elijah Sprung

Elijah Sprung is from Ocala, FL and is majoring in Computer Science with a concentration in Cybersecurity. He joined the group in the fall of 2020 and sings tenor 2 and baritone.

Elijah's favorite part of being a Toccatatone is being able to induct new members and bring more boys into the brotherhood. His favorite song from the group is 'Grow Back', which is featured on the groups new album coming out this spring.

Elijah would like to thank his family for loving and supporting him at all times.

Davis Trax

Davis Trax is from Vienna, VA and is majoring in Sports Media with a minor in Sports Management. He has been a member of the group since the fall of 2020, singing tenor 1 and doing vocal percussion.

Davis' favorite memory with the group was being able to arrange his first song, 'Victorious' by Panic at the Disco. He is excited to continue singing with the boys during his senior year.

Davis would like to thank his family, especially his parents and brothers, and his friends, both acapella related and nonacapella related.

The Sophomores

Kyler Koning

Kyler Koning is from Westfield, IN and is studying Graphic Design. He joined the group in the fall of 2021 and sings tenor 2.

Kyler's favorite memory from the group is the 2022 Spring Concert which featured a trip to the land of Toccattatonia. He is most excited to see how the group continues to grow next year, what the path ahead entails, and how the brotherhood will continue to grow.

Kyler wishes to thank his family, especially his Dad who set him on the path of singing, and Henry Heydinger '22 for teaching him so much and for believing in him.

Xavier Little

Xavier Little is from Fort Worth, TX and is majoring in Psychology. He has been a member of the group since the fall of 2022 and sings bass.

Xavier's favorite song from the group is 'Grow Back;, which is featured on the groups new album coming out this spring. His favorite memory is performing at the RJ Reynolds Acajam for Hope this past January.

Xavier would like to thank his family for always supporting him in his endeavors.

The Sophomores

Mac Mollins

Mac Mollins is from Clayton, NC and is double majoring in History and Political Science. He joined the group in the fall of 2021 and sings baritone.

Mac's favorite part of being a Toccatatone is meeting incredibly cool people and being able to make music with them. His favorite song from the group is 'Headlights'. He is most excited to audition for the ICCAs next year. His favorite memory is filming the videos for the Spring 2023 concert.

Mac would like to thank his family for always being so supportive of him in his endeavors.

Josef Stokes

Josef Stokes is from Bristow, VA and is double majoring in Political Science and International Relations with a minor in Spanish. Josef joined the group in the fall of 2021 and sings bass and does vocal percussion.

Josef's favorite part of being a Toccatatone is the brotherhood. He is most excited to continue making memories next year.

Josef would like to thank his family and music directors, past and present, for supporting him.

The Freshman

Oscar Grob

Oscar Grob is from Basking Ridge, NJ and is majoring in Music (Vocal Performance). He joined the group in the fall of 2022 and sings tenor 1, 2, & baritone.

Oscar's favorite part of being a member of the Toccatatones is performing with the group. His favorite memory was the day he was accepted into the group. He is most excited to continue making memories with his friends next year.

Oscar would like to thank his family for always pushing him to be a better person and performer and the group for bringing him into the brotherhood.

Enrique Laing

Enrique Laing is from Concord, NC and is majoring in Neuroscience with a minor in Psychology. He joined the group in the fall of 2022 and sings baritone.

Enrique's favorite part of being a member of the group is the family he gained by joining. He can't pick just one favorite memory from the group and loves any time he gets to spend with the group.

Enrique would like to thank his family and friends for their support of him.

A Letter from Joe

Boys,

Well, I just started writing this and my eyes are already wet. Let me start by first saying thank you. Over the last four years, this group has challenged me, this group has helped me grow, and this group has shaped me into the person I am today.

On the days it was tough, the Toccatatones were there. On the days I just wanted to give up, the Toccatatones were there. On the days I had no motivation, the Toccatatones were there. On the days I needed a good laugh, the Toccatatones were there.

When people ask me why I do acapella, it is always so hard to answer. The music? Yes. The performances? Yes. The memories? Yes. But the biggest reason is y'all.

Each of you has pushed me over the last four years to be a better person. You have pushed me to be a better leader. You have pushed me to learn more about myself. You have shaped me.

As I move on and graduate, let me leave you with a few things. On the days it is tough, support one another. On the days you want to give up, call on the group to lean on. On the days you need a good laugh, reach out to the boys. Be there for each other.

I love you all immensely. I'm proud of you.

Joe Maronski

A Letter from Justin

Dear T-tones,

I had the honor of leading the group in rehearsals during my senior year. Thank you for treating me like I knew what I was doing. I appreciate all the work and time you put in more than you know.

This group has been my favorite part of college and I know it’s the same for most, if not all, of you. Toccatatones is an extremely special group to be a part of, and I don’t want you to ever forget that. Cherish your time here and be conscious of how lucky we all are to share this experience.

While I think we’re lucky that Todd Owen Carter dreamed up this group for us, I also know that you’re in this group for a reason. You’re all the most talented, kind-hearted, and fun-loving people I’ve ever met. You deserve to be here and you deserve to keep having fun and making music for all four years.

I love all of you. Please remember to call.

JustinShaw

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Acknowledgements

The Toccatatones wish to acknowledge the following individuals and groups for their support and assistance in making tonight possible:

Student Government Association

Melissa Anderson

Sean Gray

Martha Ashley

High Point University Security

Caroline Sykes

Jake Drew & Crew

Dr. Marc Ashley Foster