A quiet breeze sang through the Frary archways at Pomona College last Thursday night, as students settled into their makeshift seats just in time for the performance to begin. Moments later, one of the 5Cs’ most vibrant acappella groups took to the stage. Earthtones, the 13-member all-Black acappella group, stood
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SCAMFest showcases 5C and SoCal a cappella groups
On the evening of Nov. 9, Pomona’s Bridges Auditorium drew back its curtains for the Southern California A Cappella Music Festival, known more commonly as “SCAMFest.” The annual event featured performances from twelve 5C a cappella groups, one dance troupe, Groove Nation and groups from UCLA, USC and UC Davis.
Frary Snack makes a one-time comeback
Over 1,000 students gathered at Pomona College’s Frary dining hall on the evening of Mar. 1 for a one-time return of the pre-pandemic tradition, Frary Snack, surprising organizers with a turnout far exceeding the expected 200. The event featured a special breakfast menu, performances by a cappella groups Midnight Echo and Mood Swing, and was a nostalgic revival of a beloved community tradition, sparking hope for its future recurrence.
Getting the band back together: SCAMFest returns to Pomona’s Big Bridges
April 2 saw the return of the a capella festival SCAMfest, delighting audiences with dazzling performances after the event was postponed from the fall.
SCAMFest postponed to spring as a cappella groups struggle with pandemic restrictions
Event cancellations, testing requirements and other public health guidelines in flux have posed significant issues for 5C a cappella groups in recent weeks.
Staying sharp: After School Specials a ca-prosper
Despite the pandemic, the 5c a capella group After School Specials continues to engage its members and create enjoyable covers.
A cappella singers strike a chord at 2020 ICCA West Quarterfinal
College and university a cappella teams across Southern California flocked to Claremont to participate in the 2020 ICCA West Quarterfinal.
Claremont a cappella groups enjoy ‘good energy’ at ICCA Quarterfinals
Two Claremont a cappella teams brought their A-game to the stage last Saturday at the 23rd annual West Quarterfinal of the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella, held at Pomona College’s Bridges Auditorium. First to perform were the Claremont Shades, which had hosted the competition for the past four years,
SCAMFest returns for its 23rd year of performances
Sitting in the 2,500 seater Bridges Auditorium on Nov. 10, I braced myself for the a cappella music festival everyone had been talking about. The audience filled every seat, and the room buzzed with excitement. Being a British exchange student, the closest thing I know to a cappella is the
Q&A: A cappella group Midnight Echo talks SCAMFest and group traditions
Life & Style contributing writer Sean Ogami PZ ’19 sat down with two members of Midnight Echo following the 23rd SCAMFest at Pomona College, and discussed the group’s unique traditions and camaraderie. TSL: How did you personally start singing? Reed Stevens PZ ’19: I sang a lot as a little kid,