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By Gabby Colorusso

An inside look at the welcoming performance opportunity for aspiring musicians.

Twice a year - as the winter approaches and then in the spring -Plymouth North and Plymouth South students combine for a chance to perform for- their friends and families

These students are those with musical talents, whether it be through their voice, instruments, or both This Plymouth tradition is titled The Coffee House The name stems from the various donuts, pastries, and coffee (of course) being offered right atthe entrance

Sydney Palmer, Plymouth North senior, has been singing for about ten years. Sydney said, “The first time I played in the Coffee House was in the fifth grade My junior year was when I began hosting and organizing the show ”

As the show continues, Sydney announces students' names as they come on, as well as the song they will be performing Sydney said, “when students sign up for the Coffee House, I organize a set list for the night.” Intwo halves of the show, with a small intermission, students perform their song of choice before a bubbly crowd of their family and friends As Sydney said, “The Coffee House is a super chill and relaxing nojudgment environment.” At this winter’s Coffee House, students took the stage with no hesitation, and got the chance to perform their hearts out. The authentic friendships were visible through the crowd One of these musicians was Aine Lindsay, a junior at Plymouth North

Her talents consist of both an amazing voice and fantastic piano playing. During this winter's Coffee House, Aine had two performances Both left the audience absolutely impressed Aine said that again, the Coffee House is “a judgment-free zone, where we can sing whatever we want ” Aine said that “anyone can join, North or South It’s an amazing opportunity to show off your talents ” Another performer, Vivian Langton, Plymouth North sophomore, revealed her reasoning behind joining the Coffee House. Vivian said, “I’ve enjoyed music my whole life, and I love performing It’s great practice ” Vivian said, “The Coffee House is a low-key performance which is super fun, and judgment-free

We get to all share our different tastes in music, and make new friends ” Can it get any better than that? Therefore, for any aspiring musicians who would like to get involved, it is quite easy Google forms are released through the music department in both high schools, where band members can sign up However, students not involved in music extracurricular activities can still sign up for the Coffee House The form is easily distributable via teachers or peers In regards to signups, Sydney said “Students can simply write their name, song of choice, and who it’s by ” She takes care of the rest! With this being said, the spring 2022 Coffee House is approaching! Don’t be shy, sign up!