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“Oftentimes on the Veena, I'm able to play out tunes that are familiar for the seniors. I played a lot of classics for them, which they really seem to enjoy. And it's been fulfilling because a lot of them have never seen the instrument before, so they'll come up to me after and ask me to explain how it works. It's really exciting for me to be able to share my culture and also connect with their culture," senior Hasini Namala said.

Humans of Harker: Culture and chords

by Lindsey Tuckey, TALON Conservatory Editor May 29, 2025

Sitting cross-legged in the dark, one side of the veena balanced carefully on her knee, Hasini Namala ('25) hovers her hands over the fret board and strings. The crowd hushes, stage lights rise, backing...

Sophomores Megha Unny and Sophia Zhu smile as they sing together onstage. They harmonized in a cover of Sam Smith’s “Stay With Me."

Hoscars spotlights student talent with A cappella, dance and art history

by Ashley Mo and Cynthia Xie January 24, 2025

ASB Student Events Committee hosted the Hoscars, the annual Harker talent show, on Jan. 16 in the Patil Theater. 46 students showcased their talents, and acts ranged from performances of original songs...

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