To some, a concert is simply a fun night out, while for others, it is a chance to create memories that stay with them long after the crowd leaves. From the opening to the last encore, frequent concert-goers like freshman Sophia Jordana, senior Cooper Marinelli and math teacher Rachel Schneble are passionate about live performances, where the experience is as much about the atmosphere as it is about the sound.
Though many people enjoy live music, some, like Schneble, are especially passionate about the immersive experience of concerts. Schneble, who has attended countless shows, recalls the first concert she attended in her childhood which ignited her passion.
“I’ve been going to concerts all my life,” Schneble said. “I’ve probably gone to between 50-70. The first concert I ever went to was the Radio Disney 10th Birthday Concert way back in 2006. Being my first concert, it was super fun as a child.”
Many students believe that concerts offer a unique and unforgettable experience that connects them to the music and artist in a way digital platforms cannot replicate. Marinelli, who recently attended concerts featuring Tyler, The Creator, as well as Don Toliver, mentioned that concerts are a better way to connect with the artist and hear how they want their music to be perceived, than simply streaming online.
“At a concert, you get an actual feel for the music,” Marinelli said. “When the whole stadium is vibrating with all the people singing along and cheering, the energy is good. I’m excited to see more of my favorite artists live.”
Similar to Marinelli, other students share this sentiment, favoring the environment of the concert and understanding that you do not only connect to the artist, but to the writing as well, according to Jordan.
“You feel the experience in your veins,” Jordan said. “You get to see your favorite performers in person, a couple feet away from you. You connect with the lyrics deeper, and you’re bonding with the people around you.”
The memorable moments and atmospheres concerts can provide are an experience that sticks with you, according to Schneble. To some, a concert is more than just an event, it can be a once in a lifetime experience.
“I 100% think everyone should go to a concert at least once,” Schneble said. “Even if you don’t like music, just the environment you’re in. It’s people, surrounded by people, who love the same thing. And I think that’s very welcoming, and it’s a valuable thing to be a part of.”
