August/September 2010
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The Benefits of Tutoring
by Manjot Singh
The more you learn, the more you know. The more you know, the more you forget. The more you forget, the less you know. So why learn? This has served as a long-time motto for me throughout middle school and now high school. To be honest, it sounded like a great idea at the time. I was so convinced that the statements above made sense that I forgot about how important it is to study and work hard to be successful right now. That’s exactly ...
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| Creme De La Creme |
Rockin' Summer Nights
by Cortney Clift
From July 6 to the 27, the Westfield Valencia Town Center converted their “Town Square” into an outdoor stage where the public was able to relax and enjoy music of the ages with cover bands from the 50’s to today.
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Flashing lights. Vibrant sounds. Radiant images. What is entertainment to you?
For me, it’s the feeling you get when your heart is beating faster than it should, when your eyebrows are at its peak, and when your eyes are wide open, to the point where it looks like you’re taking a magnifying glass to your cornea.
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| Great Escape |
Pasadena - Simply More ...
Just a short drive on the 210 freeway, past the majestic San Gabriel Mountain Range you will find Pasadena, a city that captures the essence of beauty and style with its historic architecture, world-class art museums, acres of botanical gardens, landmark theaters and three distinct districts offering an eclectic collection of dining, shopping and entertainment, perfect for a short weekend getaway.
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What’s Up World? It’s me, Ruba Wilson
by Stephanie Struyck Elgin
He’s destined to be the next Ryan Seacrest. Add his vibrant personality with his love for the entertainment world and you have Hollywood’s next superstar, 18-year-old Santa Clarita resident Jahruba “Ruba” Wilson. Ruba is an actor, host, dancer, singer and red carpet correspondent who has landed interviews with the Jonas Brothers, Sandra Bullock, brothers Kyle and Chris Massey, Varsity Fanclub, Jennifer Ston ...
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| Publishers Note | A Letter from the Publishers
While summertime may be coming to an end, the enjoyment of living in the Santa Clarita Valley certainly has not. There’s much to do while you’re out and about, with each day bringing exciting changes, and many entertaining activities for the whole family to enjoy. So sit back and relax, and enjoy this issue of élite Magazine, where we bring you stories of entertainment, hope, success and more.
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| Cover Story | Messages of Healing and
Hope Five For Fighting’s
John Ondrasik
by Stephanie Struyck Elgin
His lyrics tug at your heartstrings and his music moves your soul. He is the idea behind Five For Fighting, breathing life into his songs and touching hearts all over the world. His music is filled with emotion and enriched with meaning. Songs like Superman, 100 Years, World and Freedom Never Cries have made their way into America’s “songbook.” He is Five For Fighting’s John Ondrasik.
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| Feature | Jazz… Good for the Soul
by Stephanie Struyck Elgin
He began playing piano at a very young age, but without a doubt was destined to be in the music world since birth. He’s charming, driven and talented, and it’s no wonder why he has found success at such a young age. With a jazz CD just released and a recurring role as the on-screen keyboard player for Fox’s popular television series, Glee, jazz musician Mark Nilan Jr. takes a moment to talk with us.
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| Looking Back | A Musician, Pastor, and
Travel Agent: A True
Renaissance Man
by Manjot Singh
Let’s take it back. Back to when music had substance. Back to when fashion implied actual clothing. Back to when movies actually made statements and expressed more than hot-headed mish-mosh. The era I’m describing is clearly before the 21st century, but more specifically, the 1940s. It’s a time when a musician would be born who would make his mark on society early. Bill Vibe was born on August 4 ...
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| La Maison | A Private Paradise in Westridge
by Joshua Price
“We love to entertain our family and friends,” gushes Rose of the Westridge Estates home she shares with her husband, Steve Chegwin. Nestled on Shadow Rock Lane, this 4,100 square foot house boasts three garages, four bedrooms, a game room and loft, all in a decidedly airy old-world feel. Built in 2004, Rose and Steve have created their only little private paradise in the heart of Valencia with the help of interior decorator Ann Peters.
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| Food & Wine | Elite Wine Reviews
Eve’s Wine 101
Wine Tasting with Friends
by Eve Bushman
Mitch Cosentino, of Cosentino Winery in Napa Valley, was in town for the weekend. I’d met and interviewed him before, the last time when he provided all of the wine to the Art & Wine Gala orchestrated yearly by Dave Bossert and Guy LeLarge that benefits the arts of Santa Clarita. And he was a generous man indeed.
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