February 23, 2023 – The Tropolitan

Troy University strums up the competition

February 23, 2023February 23, 2023 Trojan Living

by Lenora Hollinghead Troy University’s 11th annual Guitar Festival featured ensemble rehearsals, concerts, masterclasses, and artist competitions. Riley Shaffer, a senior music industry major from Andalusia, Alabama, was one of the many students from the John M. Long School of Music who were in attendance. “The Guitar Festival is an opportunity to have young musicians exposed to more complicated music,” Shaffer said. “It is very difficult for one music teacher to be able to expose the kids to everything. “Troy is able to supply all kinds of talent to expose…

‘Whiplash’ – An Artist’s Obsession

February 23, 2023February 23, 2023 Trojan Living

by Nathan Braised After watching a performance in my Music Appreciation class, I was immediately prompted to rewatch one of my favorite movies ever: “Whiplash,” a 2014 Damien Chazelle film about a dedicated musician, and the obstacles he faces on his way to fame. In Music Appreciation last week, Professor Frederick let the class experience a throwback video of him covering an incredibly difficult Buddy Rich solo verbatim. An experience is the best way to describe it; it was an excellent display of instrumental mastery that could leave most musicians…

Will all the Laura Jean’s please stand up?

February 23, 2023February 23, 2023 Trojan Living

by Mackenzie Foster In honor of February, the month of love, it seemed right to bring in a movie that not only involves love, but also has a hint of the real-life struggles and humor that comes with being a young adult. Interested in a romantic comedy with a sisterly bond, a fake dating contract, back pocket turns, a school ski trip, and most importantly: Korean yogurt smoothies? There is one recommendation that comes to mind, and that is “To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before.” Originally, the movie was…

NABJ holds annual Apollo Night celebrating Black History Month

February 23, 2023February 23, 2023 Trojan Living

by Camille Coney The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) held its annual Apollo Night last Thursday for students, faculty and staff to display their talent and celebrate Black History Month. Catelyn Blackmon, a junior interdisciplinary studies major from Dothan, Alabama, and the president of NABJ, said the group works hard to help Troy students and give back to the community. “NABJ is where the minority of Troy get together as an organization, and we just do things to help us promote us in our career,” Blackmon said. Apollo Night…

Silly-Scopes

February 23, 2023February 23, 2023 Trojan Living

by Jaelanne Thomas Aries: Even though these hands may be rated E for everyone, try to not to get in a fist fight this week. We all know words can be deadlier than hands. In other news, positive changes should be coming soon to an Aries near you. Taurus: We know that you like to overwork yourself to keep the demons away in that pretty little mind of yours. We also know Tauruses like to overspend on nice things. Maybe the best buy for a Taurus this time will be…