Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening with Performing Arts
Published November 2, 2025
Volume 285
Tim Hurt - Performing Arts Director
UPCOMING EVENTS
Check here weekly for important events
Mark your calendars, we don’t want you to miss out on any of the exciting happenings in Performing Arts!
Nov 2 Marching Lions Family Night
Nov 8 All State Chorus Audition
Nov 10 Veteran’s Day Chorus Performance
Dec 2 Chorus Concert - First Baptist, PTC
Dec 5-6 Winter Roar (Laughing Lions Improv & HS Elective Play)
Dec 6 All State MS Band Audition
Dec 8 Orchestra Concert - 7pm
Dec 9 Band Concert - 7pm
Dec 11 Recorders Concert - 6pm
Dec 13 All State HS Band Audition
Dec 16 Dance Recital - Wadsworth Auditorium, Newnan
WHAT’S HAPPENING…
Sam Malenius Scholarship for Creative Minds
Marching Lions News
Patrons Program
Music Arts Academy
Instrument Repair
Sam Malenius Scholarship for Creative Minds
The Sam Malenius Scholarship for Creative Minds is available for the 2026-27 school year, for TCS students who are seniors wanting to pursue a college education in the Arts. This scholarship is in memory of former student Samantha Malenius. Sam was passionate about all things creative, including art, music and more - anything that involved a stage or a platform to show off the image of the Master Creator. Students selected should have a chosen field of study upon graduation that involves physical or performing arts focus.
Student applications will become available 2nd semester.
MARCHING LIONS NEWS
MarcH the Plank Competition
We are so proud of our Marching Lions!! This past Saturday they marched in their final competition of the season. There were two different classes of bands. Class A bands up to 40 members, and Class AA bands over 40. There were 9 total bands in class A and 15 bands total in both classes.
Marching Lions Scores
Colorguard: Superior rating
Percussion: Superior rating
Drum Major: Superior rating
Band: Superior rating
Band placement in class A: 5th
Score: 81.4
Drum Major: 1st place in class A
Drum Major: 3rd place overall
Senior Spotlight!
We would like to take a moment and honor our 2026 Seniors!
ROSANA BOWLING
Rosi has been a Marching Lion for 4 years. Her most memorable moment was when “I broke my rifle…. RIP Rafayel”…. and subsequently witnessed his ascension to the stick graveyard, where he will eternally rest. “Fly high, my son.”
After graduation, Rosi plans to attend Mercer University and study Pharmacology. Her favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 3:13-14 Blessed are those who find wisdom, those who gain understanding, for she is more profitable than silver and yields better returns than gold.
“I wish to thank my parents for dealing with my antics, Coach Kim for always believing in me, Gracie, Taryn, Brie, and Sophia for being the best guard members ever, and all my equipment for not killing me.... yet.”
ADDISON SCHRIKS
Addison has been a Marching Lion for 2 years. Her most memorable moment was getting to stand on the field and receive awards at the first competition of the season. After graduation, Addison plans to attend college and study biology or political science.
Her favorite Bible verse is 2 Corinthians 4:18 “So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.”
“I want to thank my parents for always supporting my dreams and all of the directors for showing up for us each and every day. I also want to thank my fellow band members for their constant support and for always bringing laughter into every practice and game.”
LORELAI SELLECK
Lorelai has been a Marching Lion for 7 years as one of the original members when it was simply a drum corps. Her most memorable moment was planning how to reveal the show theme to everyone with all the other seniors. After graduation, Lorelai plans to attend college and study analytical chemistry and work in forensic toxicology.
Her favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.”
“Thank you to Mr. Hurt for always believing in me and for creating this program that made me into who I am.”
HANK WOODY
Hank has been a Marching Lion for 4 years. His most memorable moment was “HEYYY HANK…!” and the rest of the band would follow with “What’s next on the playlist?!” After graduation, Hank plans to pursue studying STEM in college with biomedical engineering.
His favorite Bible verse is Psalm 27:13-14 “I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.”
“Thank you to:
My mom for pushing me to be my best self.
My dad for inspiring my love of music.
Mr. Hurt and Mrs. Manwaring for encouraging and supporting every desire to create.
Mrs. Palmer, especially for her love and sacrifice for this band.
The Lord for His constant provision for my life!”
SOPHIA HURT
Sophia has been a Marching Lion for 5 years. Her favorite memories are the long bus rides we take as a team. “Whether the conversations are deep or ridiculous, I always have a wonderful time with my bandmates.” After graduation, Sophia plans to go to college to pursue a degree in music composition and creative writing.
Her favorite scripture is Proverbs 3:5-8: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil. This will bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones.”
“I'd like to thank my parents for always showing their patience and support. I am also so thankful for my siblings and friends, who have made these past years so special. Lastly, I'd like to give a big shoutout to Mrs. Palmer for all of her hard work and encouragement over the years!”
AUTUMN MANKUS
Autumn has been a Marching Lion for 5 years. Her most memorable moments are being in her first marching band competition last year at the Super Bowl of Sound. After graduation, Autumn plans to study music performance at Mercer University.
Her favorite bible verse is Psalms 150:3-6: “Praise Him with the sounding of the trumpet, praise Him with the harp and lyre, praise Him with timbrel and dancing, praise Him with the strings and pipe, praise Him with the clash of cymbals, praise Him with resounding cymbals. Let everything that has breath praise the Lord.”
“I’d like to thank my family for always supporting me through everything I’ve done in marching band. I’d like to thank Mr. Hurt, Mrs. Palmer, and Coach Kim for always pushing the Marching Lions to go above and beyond. Lastly, I’d like to thank all my friends in the band for making it such an amazing experience for me, especially the winds section. I’m so grateful for all the support and fun memories you’ve given me. I love you guys!”
Sometimes you skip practice and grab ice cream together! This past Monday, we had a blast enjoying ice cream together as we closed out our Marching season together.
WOULD YOU CONSIDER A DONATION TODAY?
A special thank you to all of our current patrons for your giving. We have been able to do so much already as we begin this school year, and great things are ahead. See below for some pictures of our projects completed because of your generosity!!
We are seeking Family and Corporate Sponsors to join us as we continue to grow in the Arts, with a variety of perks for you at each level of giving. Your generosity helps us do projects like this and more, as this program is designed to invest in the next generation of artists, musicians, and performers. Your support helps fund instruments, productions, equipment, enriching opportunities, vision projects and more…
For more information or to give today, please visit https://tcslions.org/patrons
Join us as we invest in the Arts, and inspire the future!
At TCS, our Patrons are truly “All About the Arts!!”
Contact Jake Mullins, our Patrons Board President - artspatrons@tcslions.org or 470-505-4356 // or visit our website: https://tcslions.org/patrons - we can't wait to get you involved.
2025 PROJECTS COMPLETED BECAUSE OF YOUR GIVING:
Room Renovation for “The PAD”, our newest rehearsal space
Wrapped Marching Lions trailer for road trips
New Instruments - Tuba, Cello Case, and Viola
Color Guard supply for our 2025 show
Preschool Creative Arts puppets
Marching Band Instruments - Portable Keyboard Cart
MUSIC ARTS ACADEMY - NOW ENROLLING
To enhance the Performing Arts experience at Trinity Christian School, we offer the opportunity for private instruction, with a growing number of vocal and instrumental options. Our programs offer instruction at various levels to include those who are newly discovering their musical talents, as well as those who have been refining their art for years. Interested in private instruction? This is the place for you!
Here is a list of our current instructors. Click below for INSTRUCTOR BIOS and more information.
Stacee Adams - Piano, Voice - stacee.adams@tcslions.org
Nien-hwa Chin - Cello, Piano - nzc102@gmail.com
Jason Christian - Acoustic & Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Ukelele, Banjo - thebirdsongstudios@gmail.com
Meagan Dixon - Clarinet, Voice - meaganschlabach@gmail.com
Monica Lee - Voice, Piano - monicalee396@gmail.com
Sharissa Manwaring - Violin - sharissa.manwaring@tcslions.org
Bill Melton - Low Brass - bill.melton@tcslions.org
Katie Palmer - Trumpet - katierollspalmer@gmail.com
Natalie Pinson - Violin - natalie.pinson@tcslions.org
Cathy Settle - Piano, Voice - cathy.settle@tcslions.org
Frank van der Merwe - Guitar, Drum Set, Bass Guitar, Rock Vocals - fvdm92@gmail.com
Elisabeth Veal - Harp - northgaharpist@gmail.com
Nathanael Woodruff - Guitar, Piano - grassfedpower3@gmail.com
For information regarding private music lessons, please contact one of the above instructors or visit https://tcslions.org/arts-academy.
To register, please contact performingarts@tcslions.org. All private music lessons are taught on the TCS campus, and are scheduled on an individual basis. We can’t wait to get you started!!
INSTRUMENT REPAIR
We use Big Note Music for on site repair of many of our musical instruments. If you have an instrument that needs repair, this may be a great option for you. The process works with you filling out an online form, pre-paying for the repair, and then they come for a scheduled repair session right on our Trinity campus. Your student wouldn’t be away from their instrument except when it’s on the repair table. This convenient option has worked for us for a few years now. Simply fill out the online form and let us know that a repair has been scheduled.
Online Link to Schedule a Repair: https://bignotemusic.com/product/schedule-repair/