Dobson High School - Equus Yearbook (Mesa, AZ)

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Question and Answer Hour Stated Mr. Christenson, orchestra director for the second consecutive year. “Music education is a need- ed part of anybody's edu- cation. THE QUESTION: Why was orchest This ques- tion could have been asked “After our first festival at Gammage, I be- lieved this would be our best year. —Matthew Pride- more, senior other events such as serving as pit orchestra for musicals and graduation. At the ABODA Fall Orchestra Festi- val at ASU. it received supe- rior ratings. By practicing endlessly on their own time and at school, orchestra members provided THE AN- SWER. THE ANSWER: Orchestra's hard work and discipline gave listeners the reward which the musicians themselves had struggled for. Everyone benefited from the artistic presence on campus. about any school activity. The opinions have been heard before. However. THE FACTS reveal the truth. THE FACTS: Besides performing at school on four occasions, the or- chestra was also needed for Summed up by Jennifer Link, “The feeling that one gets when we know that we did our best at the state and national festivals pays off for all the work we do. Design by Kristin Bolster. Photos by Laura Davis. IT'S EITHER DAYDREAM OR SCREAM Al in thought, juntas Diana Razo. Sharon Anderson, and Stacy Bunt- ing rest from rigorous practicing to daydreom and forever fantasize about Me on the outside, wonder- ing if they will see light again. THE BACK AND FORTH BEAT Rhythmotically playing with fellow viotnisfs, sophomore Angola Mull and junior Marlene Thompson stroke their instruments through the notes as serenely as possible while under pressure to attain perfection 86 0 rchestra PLAY IT AGAIN AND AGAIN AND ... Grueingly going over the notes to- gether. Mr. Christensen and mem- bers of the Symphony Orchestra are in intense concentration as they shape the music piece into form AT The END 6f his strinO Feeling out of tune and getting the blues. Trevor McIntyre contem- plates what the problem is and whether he should try again or im- provise

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Individuals Form One Ensemble I get a sense of belonging through band.” said Lee Stewart, sophomore. Let the trumpets sound for the joy of performing bands. Symphonic Band included the most experienced musi- cians. Along with band di- rector Mr. Mayne, the band attended a music festival in California. Wind Ensemble, designed for students not ready for Symphonic Band, performed at a Christmas concert with the Concert Band. The production re- quired much preparation. According to Mr. Mayne, JV band, geared toward be- ginners, had the best atti- OQMPAH-PAHI QOM-PAH-PAHl Although sophomores Tim Brown and Justin Turner sit in the back ot Wind Ensemble, they wouldn't dare test Mr. Moyne's temper by goofing off. In inison they sit and play. tude compared to previous years. Students had different opinions of performing band. Sophomore Dan Kelsey learned about the quality of music. Junior Bob Arens had the pride of doing something Everyone can relate to performing arts. Students are either involved in it or have friends that are. Stacie Cotton, senior. good. Senior Miroslava Bozl cevic commented, Be- cause of Mr. Mayne, I was able to enhance my playing ability. Design by LyneUe Jayo Photos by Cari Stanek. UP FRONT In my opinion, you have to put 100% into what you're doing in order to succeed with it. Richard Austin, sen- ior. 0 O 1 Performing Bands O

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Concert Orchestra. Front Row; Stephanie Chastain. Emily Rob- ins. Laura Rugh. Elizabeth Badgett, Amy Paulin. Alexis Chubrich. Jennifer Hall. Back Row: Mr. Christensen. Anita Venkatesh, Nikki Howfelt. Giles Glithers. Melissa Gould. Bryan Payne. Lori Bannis- ter. Symphony Orchestra. Front Row: Diana Razo. Sharon Anderson. Stacy Bunting. Cindy Rlsinger. Kelly Asslin, Jennifer Link, Mat- thew Prldemore. Second Row: Manene Thompson. Rachel James. Susie Thompson. Kelly Wyse. Trevor McIntyre. Julie Lear. Kim Camp. Angela Mull. Rachel Perkins. Third Row: Mr. Christen- sen. Jila Amizipour. Esther Haase. Kristi Mox. Danoon Edmonds, Trevor Woodford. Michelle Fowler. Danielle Chesser. Cyndl Mar- tinez, Michelle Aaron. Back Row: Andrea Brunello, Jeff James, Kim Phar. David Clewell, Sean Harvan. Todd Coleman, Leo Hol- lis. UP FRONT For the first time we enjoy the music we are playing and playing it together. We can work to- gether and create music instead of playing pieces. —Julie Lear, senior tampus Activities