Madison Davey wins Newsome Idol 2011

On Tuesday, Sept. 27, Newsome High School sophomore Madison Davey sang her way to victory as Newsome Idol 2011.

In its fourth year, Newsome Idol has become a popular fundraising event for the Newsome Chorus Program. Hosted by students Sarah Shook and Michael Yu, the evening began with the top 12 performers, selected from previous auditions open to all Newsome students. The audience was treated to an evening of entertaining performances and amazing vocals, ranging from country, top hits and show tunes to classic rock.

Following each performance, the panel of judges, Newsome teacher Lindsey Ragsdale, Randall Middle School Chorus Director Melissa Allen and Music Showcase instructor Miguel Oquendo, provided their feedback and comments.

Audience voting narrowed the field down to six contestants, each of whom performed a second song. The audience then placed their final vote of the evening to select the winner.

Davey, as well as Regina Jean-Pierre and Jordan Perez, rounded out the top three.

Newsome Chorus performs its Fall Concert on Tuesday, Oct. 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the Newsome High School Auditorium, with special guests Randall Middle School chorus groups. Admission to the Fall Concert is free.

On Tuesday, Nov. 8, Newsome Chorus hosts its annual "On the Radio"
concert, featuring popular hits of today. The program starts at 6:30 p.m. in
the school's auditorium. Admission is $5 per person with proceeds going to
Newsome Chorus programs. Ligh tconcessions will be available.

Newsome High School is located at 16550 FishHawk Blvd. in Lithia.
For more information, visit www.newsomechorus.com.