Blue in the Face Spring Concert at Penn State: A Night of A Cappella Brilliance
Blue in the Face, a student A Cappella group at Penn State, wowed the audience with their spring concert performance on Saturday night. The group showcased their talent by performing a variety of songs, including hits like “The Grudge” by Olivia Rodrigo and “Make Your Own Kind of Music” by Cass Elliot. Each member of the group arranged a song, adding a personal touch to the performance.
One of the highlights of the evening was Mara Hartman’s debut performance with Blue in the Face. As a new member of the group, Hartman expressed her excitement and joy at being able to sing with such a talented group of individuals. Her favorite song of the night was “Dreamer” by Laufey, which she delivered with passion and skill.
In addition to the group performances, small groups within Blue in the Face also took the stage. One of the small groups performed “Work Song” by Hozier and “Ocean Eyes” by Billie Eilish, with Samantha Lee leading the arrangement and direction for the latter song.
The audience was treated to a special performance of “Dance the Night” by Dua Lipa, complete with a choreographed dance routine. The group announced that this song will be released as a single on Spotify in the near future, giving fans a chance to enjoy their music beyond the concert.
Members of other A Cappella groups, like Hunter Kulago from The Statesmen, came out to support their friends in Blue in the Face. Kulago shared his appreciation for the group’s performance, highlighting “All These Things That I’ve Done” by The Killers as his favorite song of the night.
Overall, the spring concert was a resounding success, showcasing the talent and camaraderie of Blue in the Face. As Samantha Lee put it, the group has become like a second family to her, and she cherishes the time spent singing and performing with her fellow members. With their upcoming single release on Spotify, it’s clear that Blue in the Face is a group to watch in the world of A Cappella music.
