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Upcoming Events

  • LIVE AT THE LIBRARY RETURNS

    Thursday, December 3, 7:00 PM
    Columbia High School Library

    Live at the Library is CHS’s answer to NPR’s “Tiny Desk” concerts, and features a selection of student bands at Columbia, performing in an intimate setting.

    This event is student-produced by the Music Industry Club—come out and hear some great tunes and support student talent.

    More information to come.

  • SAVE THE DATE: SOMA ROCKS 2027

    Saturday, February 6, 2027
    The Woodland

    The annual event everyone loves to love, SOMA Rocks, will be on February 6 this year. Join The Local Heroes Band and their many talented guests for a benefit to support CHSMPA.

    It’s our biggest fundraiser of the year, so come out, have a blast, and raise some funds for Music at Columbia.

    Check back often for ticketing information—they sell out fast.

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SOMA Rocks 5 Sells Out!

SOMA Rocks 5 was a rousing success! We raised more than $26,000 to support music programs at CHS.

A huge shout out to The Local Heroes, who make the music happen year after year! To our Broadway performers: you brought the house down! Thank you as well to all of our sponsors, volunteers, donors, and ticket-buyers! Thank you to CHSMPA members and the greater South Orange Maplewood community for all of your continued support!


And finally.... let's give it up for the amazing CHS acapella groups -- Noteworthy and Unaccompanied Minors. They showcased the talent, pride and passion of the performing arts at CHS. They are a reminder of why we all came together on this magical night!

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