Lake Braddock Secondary School - Lair Yearbook (Burke, VA)

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SWING SINGERS: Sponsor: Mr. BoD Slam- back. Sue Bova. Karen Casey, Keith Cromwell. Janet Dawson. Jeff Fletcher. Cathy Gress. Norman Lance. Andrew Miller, jimmy Mudd. Karen Payne. Karen Pieper. David Rivers. Johnna Sorg. Alyson Taylor. Mike Wagner. Mark Weaver. Lisa Williams. Technicians: Mark Ellingson, Mark Hutchin- son. Karen Pieper adds her voice to the harmony of “Walking Blues”. Accompanying the Swing Singers during their daily second period class Johnna Sorg concentrates on the melody. During “Sing A Song Of Christmas , Sue Bova holds her note clear and strong. The Swing Singers rehearso for their show at the Connecticut Connection, an outdoor mall.

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Itos Cynthia Morales, Andrea Wilbur, and Gretchen Taylor, rehearse for a medley or the upcoming Christmas Show. Director Olga Morales encourages the chorus to clearly project their voices. Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors who auditioned for Ms. Olga Morales’ Women’s Ensemble knew that if accepted they could could expect a year full of music, fun, and hard work. Almost every day was spent practicing the latest songs or rehearsing a dance choreographed by Ms. Olga Morales and some of the girls. Deciding on a costume wasn’t easy. They seemed to be happy with the final choice; black jump- suits and a scarf. December came too fast. Would they ever be ready for the Christmas show? When finally it arrived, they did well. Then came more practicing for the Spring show that wasn’t seen until four months later. It also proved to be a great success. At the year’s end they practiced less, but they still had plenty of music and fun. WOMEN'S ENSEMBLE: Director: Olga Morales. P. Alber, A. Blasch, P. Brown, D. Burke, S. Cameron, J. Campbell, L. Cozino, C. Escobar. L. Feisee, K. Gillen, G. Graham, D. Hinson, K. LaRock, N. Maginnis, L. Maruca, A. Merelman, L. Miller, C. Morales. L. Pena, K. Saunders, C. Schock, M. Schoor, M. Sharp, C.M. Sheridan, M. Stutzman, H. Swenck, G. Taylor, R. Walker. A. Wilbur. Before actually rehearsing, Colleen Sheriden, Carolyn Schock, and Roxanne Walker must perform vocal exercises utilizing proper breathing techniques. Music, Drama, and Art 305

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Any Requests Perform by request only is a pro- fessional phrase indicating a long history of success and a reputa- tion for excellence. This was the foundation upon which the Swing Singers, formed in 1976 by Mr. Bob Stamback. grew. A performance given by the Swing Singers was a complete show in every sense, in- cluding songs ranging from nostalgia to folk rock, as well as the spirited choreography taught by Ms. Olga Morales and Ms. Susan Slosky. Beginning their con- cert season with the Fall Festival, the Swing Singers also performed for a Falls Church women’s club and for passersby on the Pentagon Mall Concourse. For many former Swing Singers, the experience they gained led them to the pursuit of entertainment careers, as well as further participation in college vocal groups. Our Swing Singers truly represented us well, bringing their talent and energy to every corner that was in need of a little music. As Karen Payne solos, her partner, Jimmy Mudd, listens intently. Concentrating on their music are Lisa Williams. Mark Weaver. Alyson Taylor, and David Rivers. Music. Drama, and Art 307