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Monday, February 11, 2013

Mayfield High's Evolution Takes 2nd Place at Rock Off

Evolution finished just nine points behind the champions from Tallmadge and Field

Evolution, the rock band comprised of Mayfield High School students, was nearly named champions of the 2013 Tri-C High School Rock Off. The band of five claimed second place in the "Final Exam" of the Cleveland-area competition, missing the championship by just nine points, according to a Plain Dealer report. Noize from the Basement, with students from Field and Tallmadge, won first place and a $1,000 prize. Evolution received $250, and a $100 donation to the Mayfield High School band fund. "Thanks to all who came to support us tonight, it was an amazing show," a member wrote on the band's Facebook page. "This ride wouldn't have been the same without all of you." Visit Evolution's Facebook page here.

Friday, February 8, 2013

Mayfield Band Among Finalists in High School Rock Off

Evolution, a band of Mayfield students, is one of 18 acts to perform Saturday at the High School Rock Off at the House of Blues

It's already "Final Exam" time for a few students at area schools. Evolution, a band comprised of five Mayfield High School students, is among those performing Saturday at the 2013 Tri-C High School Rock Off Final Exam. The 17th edition of the annual event begins at 4 p.m. downtown at House of Blues. The Rock Off schedule shows that Evolution will be the last act to perform at 10:10 p.m., just before the winners are announced. Evolution is one of 18 bands to make the Final Exam competition. The Rock Off began about a month ago with 63 bands of various genres. Evolution consists of: Vittorio Valletta (Lead Vocal, Rhythm guitar); Jonathan Averbook (Lead Guitar); Brandon Midolo (Drums); Cristina DiFranco (Piano); and Roberto Valletta (Bass). …

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