

Students learn mechanics of bagpipes
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Principal Matt Kraemer (left) was dressed in the traditional kilt and learned to play the bagpipe on Friday. Instructor Mike Terry (right) played the notes while Kraemer worked on the wind portion of the instrument. Photos by Jenny Kirchner


“Arts Academy,” a 10-episode television season follows 15 Idyllwild Arts Academy seniors in the year leading up to their 2015 graduation. You get to know these students well as they go through their challenging senior year. You experience their aspirations and angst as they go through arduous auditions and portfolio submissions for top schools, conservatories…
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