In this episode, we spotlight the Fresh Air band, exploring both the vision behind the music and the experience of bringing it to life. Mr. Darnell shares the purpose, preparation, and challenges of guiding students each week, while band member Walker Grulikowski gives a firsthand look at rehearsals, performing on stage, and the connections that form through the band. Together, their perspectives reveal how the band shapes Fresh Air, bringing the school together through the music.
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Episode 22: More Than Music: Inside the Fresh Air Band
April 24, 2026
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About the Contributor
Avery Hicks, Beyond the Bell Staff
Avery Hicks is a sophomore at Mount Pisgah. She is involved in varsity soccer, flag football, and track. She is excited about being part of Beyond the Bell because she gets to learn more about production and recording videos and podcasts. This is also Avery’s first year at Mount Pisgah, so she is excited to learn more about her teachers, students, and more that goes on around the school. Avery is a big fan of any country music, but her favorite artists are Morgan Wallen, Chris Stapleton, and Megan Moroney.