Academy of the Holy Names - JM Yearbook (Albany, NY)

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f lvl, . , 1 40 ' was , A Breath of Paris by Sandra Nowak The residents of the Albany area have had the pleasure of listening to a renowned group of singers, The Little Singers of Paris , made possible by the arrangements of our music de- partment. The concert, a benefit per- formance for our new high school, was conducted at Gibbons Hall on Siena College Campus, Sunday, October 16, at 3 p.m. The entire student body enthusi- astically sold tickets, the result of Sister Mary of the Eucharist's infec- tious enthusiasm, backed up by her generous awards: to the winning clas- ses,the Juniors and grade 8, a trip to the opera for their teachers and a holi- day for the girls, to the winning indi- vidual students, a trip to the opera for Sandra Nowak, and a gift certificate for Sally Eckert. For a change the poor weather did not detract from the success assured to by the ticket returns: rather it seemed to prompt a vast audience to come and enjoy this magnificent per- formance. The world renowned organization is composed of thirty-two youthful singers, under the direction of Mon- signor Maillet. When they are not on tour, the group of seventy receive training, quarters, food, clothing and education free of charge at their school in Paris. Drawn from the less privi- leged, the boys enter school at the age of eleven or twelve and remain there untiltheir voices change. For the rest of their lives they are given counsel and assistance when needed. The choir, known as the the worlds favorite boys choir , has given over ten thousand concerts since it was founded in 1907. But listen to what the critics have said: -- The Little Singers of Paris' completely captivated their au- dience. The solo voices have a sound that at times is nearly unbearable in its poignant beauty. To see the expression in their faces, the poise, the wonderous dignity of these young boys, and to hear their angelic voices is an experience unfor- gettable, soul-enriching.

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Weather Changes Plans by Margaret Christoff Rome Day, the day when we were to meet our Roman friends in com- petition on the volleyball court, was set this year for October fifteenth. Although clouds turned the sky leaden gray that morning, we were all hope- ful that the sun would make its ap- pearance before we reached our des- tination. The weather appeared to be improving as we neared the end of our journey, but soon after our arrival it started to rain. All the hard work of the varsity and junior varsity volley- ball teams had been in vain, for the games had to be cancelled. The Romans had some entertain- ment planned for us, however. A beautiful movie about the Vatican was followedby the heartwarming story of Volley Ball Rei by Joyce Alma Mater, hail to thee. . . So goes the first line of our school song. Inspired by the words of this beautiful song, the six high school classes raised their hopes high in anticipation of the volleyball intramurals. Prepara- tions included preparing cheers, making mascots and pins, drawing on blackboards and, in general, arousing that spirit typical of A.H.N. ln the Freshman game between the Humming Birds and Bee-Jets , the latter won and then challenged the Jun- ior Jumpers. But the upperclassmen proved their worth and clinched the victory. The Yellow Jackets and Bobby Sockers, our two Sophomore teams, fought a close battle with the Yellow Jackets winning the game. Then the victorious Sophs played the Junior Jumpers and through team co-ordina- tion and determined spirit went on to claim victory. Finally the Yellow Jackets played the Seniors, and after a give-and -take battle, they claimed the victor's crown giving the Sophomores aperfect ending to a glorious round of games. With hearty congratulations the en- tire studentbody bowed to the victors, The Littlest Angel . Meanwhile the Seniors were given the privileges of seeing the novices. After the movies, talent from both schools was exhibited, two puppet shows in French were put on by the Rome girls, and the Albany students contributed several musical selections, both solo and choral sing- ing. By this time we were ready to eat, andthe hot dogs, soda, cup-cakes, and assorted candies were really delici- ous. But time was running out on us, and after bidding good-bye to the Ro- mans, we boarded the buses for home. We arrived in Albany, exhausted but happy, full of pleasing memories of a wonderful day. gns Supreme Galante rejoicing with them in their hard-won victory. And all, whether among the winners or defeated, unite in praise of their school, . . . We all agree, all hail to thee . VICTORIOUS SOPI-IOMORES Barbara Bachman, Barbara Glavin, Donna Gallo, Mary Keveney, Mary Ann Heim, Danielle Dubois, Jeanne Boylan, Ria Driessen, Janice Brennan.

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A Door Opens to Juniors by Maureen Wydrakowski This year's array of events be- ganwhen the under upper classmen , the Juniors, came into their own on the first of November, 1955. Amid dwarfs and flowers they received their cherished keys. The unique theme, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs , held its own under Helen Healy and Pat Kearney, co- chairmen. The glamorization of the cafeteria was kept a secret until Sen- ior sisters escorted Junior sisters in- to the candlelit dining room. The tables were adorned with centerpieces of lovely fall flowers sprinkled with star- dust and bedecked with the images of the seven dwarfs. Entertainment was provided by Louise Krasevic, whose versatility in the dancing field amazed all present. Senior Misses, Peggy Cavanaugh and Pat Kearney, each favored us with their soprano voices rendering the tunes, Italian Street Song and One Little Candle . A newcomer to the Junior Class, Lorraine Harding, gave her arrangement of Desert Song . Frances Saunders did an exceed- ingly fine job as toast-mistress . Her quips and sprightly voice were an added attraction to the introductions . Father Edgar's words made an impression upon all and truly made us see that the motto, Semper Fidelis , engraved upon the beloved keys, is there to remind us of the end we are all striving to attain, to always be faithful . As the candles burned low and the hands on the clock neared nine, Jun- iors and Seniors alike made their way homeward. Juniors, proudly display- ing their pink carnation key corsages, the symbol of their acceptance in the realm of upper classmen, now entered another door to exciting wonderful e- vents in the Academy. V Y J? J at ' J-I , 2 Seniors,Ioan Harris,Anne Mary Coyle and 1 Q Y Geraldine Hauber pin corsages on Junior - p 4 1 sisters, Margaret Halpin and MaryTheresa 'R W J s 'e l Higgins. y ' A' J X. if i in 5 ' 1 1 i X , 'ifaafaf '2 ,393 ,5 U , , .,,,s':, -. 21.4 4 .4 Patricia Sabatino, Mary Anne Britt, Mau- reen Dine1ey,Judith Day and Mary Turner exchange greetings before the party be- gins.