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The Mit logarhythms

EST. 1949

log log land (spring ‘24)

For our semester concert in Spring 2024, the theme of our concert was Log Log Land. We made original music, creating five original songs specifically, loosely based on the famous 2016 film, La La Land. We made a movie to accompany the concert, incorporating our original music in a Musical. Additionally, our music will be released on Spotify, Apple Music, and other platforms!

About

 
 

In the spring of 1949, a group of MIT students came together to form the Logarhythms, the very first a cappella group at MIT. Building upon the influence of barbershop tunes, the Logs quickly became a major musical force at MIT and the surrounding community.

In the late 1990s, the Logs made the transition from barbershop to modern a cappella by introducing vocal percussion and complex arrangements of modern songs. The Logs began performing in the greater Boston area and then launched tours around the country and world, reaching as far as London, California, Texas, Ohio, New York, Florida, Louisiana, and all over New England.

In 2024, the Logs celebrated their 75th anniversary as one of the country’s finest a cappella groups. Their tremendous success is attributed to their inimitable alumni, who have shaped this group into what it is today. The active members look to carry on their tradition of excellence.

 
 

Active Members

Evan Rubel ‘24

Twig Class: Eternal

Part: Lead

Position: Historian

Jonathan Zhang ‘25

Twig Class: Bars

Part: Bass

Jess Nguyen ‘26

Twig Class: Smoothie

Part: Alto

Raymond Zhang ‘27

Twig Class: Roots

Part: Baritone

Position: Tech Chair

Sora Shirai ‘27

Twig Class: Roots

Part: Mezzo-Soprano

Position: Event Coordinator, Merchandise Chair

David Morgan ‘24

Twig Class: Eternal

Part: Baritone

Position: Historian

Reuben Fuchs ‘25

Twig Class: Bars

Part: Lead

Position: Theme Lead and Social Media Manager

Amos Batalden ‘27

Twig Class: Roots

Part: Bass

Mariabelle Azemar ‘27

Twig Class: Roots

Part: Lead

Sarah Su ‘27

Twig Class: Roots

Part: Alto

Position: Social Media Manager

Lleyton Elliott ‘25

Twig Class: Bars

Part: Baritone

Position: Music Director

Clay Lewis ‘26

Twig Class: Bars

Part: Baritone

Position: President

Peyton Bryant ‘27

Twig Class: Roots

Part: Alto

Position: Business Manager

Chelsy Goodwill ‘27

Twig Class: Roots

Part: Alto

Position: Studio Manager, Choreography Chair

Brad Peters ‘27

Twig Class: Roots

Part: Lead

Position: CD Manager

Discography

Listen to Ten to Midnight on Spotify. The MIT Logarhythms · Single · 2020 · 4 songs.

Check out our latest EP, Ten to Midnight!

Listen now on all streaming platforms!

Past Albums

Do You Have This Room Reserved? (2018)

As Viewed From Above (2016)

BAM (2011)

Give Us Back Our Spy Plane! (2008)

Natural (2006)

Soundproof (2004)

Superlogs (2002)

 

alumni

 
 

1977-78 Logs before the 10th Annual Log Jam

Center: Charlie Hoffman ‘80, left to right: Dan Nathan ‘79, Jeff Jackson ‘80, Bill York ‘79, Dave Mock ‘79, Doug Bittner ‘79

Alumni

The successes of the active Logs would not be possible without the foundation and rich history of Logs alumni. The most important officers in the group, the Historians, seek to maintain interaction with the alumni, document the adventures of the active group, and uphold the traditions passed down over time.

Click below to visit the alumni page! There, you can find biographies of all members since 2000, a complete catalog of Logs discography, and more!


Reunions and Gatherings

In October of 2019, over 100 Logs, both active members and alumni, gathered at MIT to celebrate the group’s 70th anniversary. The event brought Logs from across generations together to share old stories and create new memories. Stay tuned for updates about the 75th anniversary!

Logs of all ages at the 70th Reunion singing “Take Me Back to Tech”


Logs of 2011-12 and Alumni gather to sing Super Logs during their Winter Concert

Connect and Give

Join the alumni network! Reach out to the active group in the “Contact” section to be added to our LinkedIn group. The actives periodically send email updates to the alumni network, so please provide us your email to join in the conversation!

The active group travels, records music, and puts on the largest MIT student events on campus. Unfortunately, the money the Logs make from gigs is not normally enough to cover all of those expenses. If you are interested in making a gift to the group, please click the button below. Thank you in advance for your generosity!

Contact Us

The Logs perform at MIT events, local middle and high schools, private events, and much more! For performance inquiries, audition information, merchandise requests, or any other questions, just fill out the form below or email us at logs@mit.edu.

Our Office

84 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02139