University of California Berkeley - Blue and Gold Yearbook (Berkeley, CA)

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And now, from the North tunnel ... California Marching Band The 1963 football season marked the 40th anniversary of the California Marching Band. From a small group of enthusiastic students who organized it in 1923, the Cal Band has grown to its present stature. The Band is completely by the students as an activity of the ASUC, and operates under a system of student self-government unique among college bands. Cal Bandsmen receive no academic credit for their participation. Their dedication and feeling of active responsibility for band policy have been driving forces propelling the organization to its present position as the pacesetter of college marching bands. This year the Cal Band moved once more before a national audience to perform in Salt Lake City, Utah. A morning rehearsal on a snow-covered field and a standing ovation from the Utah audience provided the band with two memorable experiences on that occasion. The trip to Los Angeles was highlighted by the Cal Band ' s first night half-time performance, as the Bears devastated the UCLA Bruins. Venturing once more into new areas, the Band presented a unique interpretation of Porgy and Bess before the Cal-Washington football audience. The recorded voices of the Bandsmen were synchronized with the Band ' s live performance under the musical leadership of Director James Berdahl. The traditional Cal Band spirit and and the new challenges the season brought, made the California Marching Band ' s 40th season one of its most memorable and gratifying. Lloyd Amborn Drum Major

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Hey! a gremlin man. and Pompon Girls This year ' s Pompon girls displayed their smiles and spirit at all the rallies and major sports events throughout the year. In addition, they performed at Cal Prep, alumni functions, and several class reunions. Under the leadership of Barbara Nawman, the five regulars and four alternates, who make up the Pompon introduced many novelties, including and jazz routines. POMPON GIRLS — Row One: Lynn Schwartz, Elaine Haritos, Sue Koetke, Ellen Rodescheck, alternates. Row Two: Jennifer Peak, Emilie Codoner, Barbara Nawman, Jackie Mills, Sue Ann

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James Berdahl BAND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE — Row One: Jack Ghiselli, Rep-at-Large; Lloyd Amborn, Drum Major; James Berdahl, Director; Marty Parker, Senior Manager; Don Dean, Student Director. Row Two: Sher Singh, Secretary; Rich Stanley, Pro ductions Associate Manager; Charlie Powell, High School Band Day Associate Manager; William Dal Porto, Activities Associate Manager; Chuck Schaupp, Photo and Sound Associate Manager.