MacMurray College - Tartan / Illiwoco Yearbook (Jacksonville, IL)

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Another Senior Serenade No senior year would be complete without a Senior Serenade, and the class of 1984 was not one to break tradition. Gathering together one evening in the winter, the seniors shared many . . . revised . . . songs with all the students on campus within one-half mile of their voices. Alternately singing and laughing, the seniors went from dorm to dorm, across campus, and impressed the students with their beauti- ful voices. The serenaders could be heard approaching each dorm way before they arrived, giving eager observers ample time to find a good seat in their respective lounges before the seniors trouped in. Senior Serenade 25

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Open Stage This year ' s first Open Stage was held on October 7, during Homecoming Weekend. Playing the role of Master of Ceremonies was Rich Laren. First prize in the comedy category went to the Blue Eyes Review, the five man dancing singing group con- sisting of Ron Jenkins, Stan Maddox, Curt Carberry. Dave Berry, and Dave Williams. First prize in the serious category went to LaFonda Caison for her dancing. A special appearance was made by Coach Glon and wife, who won second prize in the comedy category. The audience was delighted by the reappearance of Straw- berry Jam and alum Mike Fender. Prizes of $20, $10, and $5 for first, sec- ond, and third places respectively in each category, were given out. The crowd was entertained by a variety of excellent acts, and the night was enjoyed by all. Rachel McEwing and Candy Beal sang a duet for their Open Stage performance, top right. Tom Phillips and Toby Hatch performed a comedy routine, middle. A special appearance was made by Coach and Mrs. Glon, right. 24 Open Stage

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Madrigal Dinners The Madrigal Dinners, held in December, was the main event of the year for the MacMurray Madrigal Singers. Dressed in their Medieval costumes, the singers per- formed for full houses each night, at McClelland Dining Hall. The dining hall it- self was transformed from its every-day appearance to add to the atmosphere. Dr. Jay Peterson played the harpsicord during the dinner. In a performance not expected by the au- dience or even befitting of Madrigal Sing- ers, the singers produced kazoos and played a song for the crowd. During the year the Madrigals performed in various cities in the area. They also made their T.V. debut in a tape perfor- mance that was shown on Springfield ' s Channel 20 late in the fall. Jeff Davidsmeyer and Marcie Graig, top left. From left to right: Joe Kren, Rich Laren, Curt Carberry, Jeff Davidsmeyer, Jeff Barnes. Nate Bassett, Mark Devor, Robin Biermann, top right. The MacMurray Prepatory Choir also en- tertained during the Madrigal Dinners, middle. 26 Madrigals