Monday, October 19, 2009

Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go


TMA's Go-Go Band, now in its second year, is flourishing. Every Monday and Thursday, nearly 15 students from all four grade levels come together to create music and, in doing so, show some much-deserved DC-area pride. Go-Go, a unique blend of funk, hip-hop, and swing is largely unknown to those outside the area. But to DC natives, including the students at TMA, Go-Go is a familiar beat, its unparalleled sound a soundtrack for the DC metropolitan area.

Prominent members of the Go-Go Band, juniors John Tucker and Ke'von Miles, note that what makes Go-Go so enjoyable is its exceptional ability to draw influence from so many different forms of music. They are excited by the possibilities and potential this young band has, and look forward to its progression as the year continues. If you feel inspired for some musical expression with your classmates, stop by Room 12 on Mondays or Thursdays and bang on the congos!

6 comments:

  1. I was in there and the go go band was cranking. They where really hype and into the music.

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  2. I have never like "go-go" music, however, I have heard that our school "go-go" band is great!

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  3. I think the band sounds really good. A big improvement from last year.

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  4. well so far this is my first year at tma and i have to say that i am happy they have a go-go band because many students love to dance to go-go and i think this could really improve the way people think about the band.

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  5. Is that the OTHER go-go possibly playing at homecoming?

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  6. I wish the go-go band good luck for friday.

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