Algonac High School - Algonquin Yearbook (Algonac, MI)

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Drum major Randy Baker is responsible for keeping the band together. He had the privilege of leading the band all season. Lisa Petit joins in for the opening number, Sirocco. Keeping assemblies lively and spirited. Pep Band waits to get the crowd cheering with the school song. Leading a large parade down M-29 on November 5, the Band captivated the attention of the crowd lining the streets. Band 29

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Band captures top honors with spectacular performances Continuing a tradition of excellence, Marching Band, Precisionettes and Majorettes captured another “1” at the MSBOA Marching Festival. This competition among bands at Lakeshore High School was strong, but band’s dedication and discipline produced an outstanding performance. “I was really excited after all the hard work we put into it.” (John Grebeta) “It felt great. I was very proud of the band!” (Mr. Reed) As a result of the outstanding performance at the MSBOA Festival in 1982, the band was invited to perform at Central Michigan University on October 15, 1983. This meant an overnight trip at the Holiday Inn for band members. Swimming, arcade games, movies and pizza delivered to the rooms added to a fu n weekend in a college town. Summer activities for band members came to a halt on August 22 when they left for a week at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp. Camp included improving skills with their instruments, learning new routines, marching and fun. One of the yearly events is the Band-A- Rama held on November 19. Marching Band, Precisionettes and Majorettes perform their halftime shows and competition routines. Participation in parades added to the activities. They marched in the Homecoming, Mt. Clemens Thanksgiving and Marine City Christmas Parades taking first place in all three. After marching season, the band turned its attention to their concert season breaking into concert band and preparing for their spring concerts. Each game begins with The Star Spangled Banner. Cindy Crowe helps bring the audience to their feet while concentrating on the notes with her piccolo. Standing at attention, Lisa Avers and Tom Bates wait for the downbeat. Daily practice helps develop the award winning band tradition. Mr. Reed demonstrates which pitch the note is. Concentrating on the music, Only Time Will Tell, Kent Yaney keeps his eyes on the drum major, Randy Baker, for the next step. 28

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Talent abounds in perfo rming groups Having the reputation of the best in the Blue Water Area, doesn’t come easily. Hard work, discipline and sacrifice led Band groups to be recognized for their talents. After auditioning and being selected for a spot in Taft Road Jazz Society, members take a 6th hour to practice and perfect their ability. Performing throughout the community, these top musicians gave up their free time for concerts, competitions and special events including NHS induction and Band-A-Rama. Opening the season with bright new faces, Precisionettes and Majorettes dazzle the crowds with their newly choreographed routines. During the summer, Precisionettes gave up weekends for car washes and bake sales to earn money to purchase new pompons. This added a great deal of color to the squad and highlighted the blue and gold of the uniforms. Achieving the status of captain is an important honor for Majorettes Gina Greene and Shelley Neff and Precisionettes Heidi Pilath and Janae Heyza. “Being captain is an honor and since I’ve been a member for three years, I had the experience and ideas to offer the squad. I enjoy giving what it takes and working with the girls.’’ (Gina Greene) “The Precisionette squad performed extremely well this past year and all the hard work paid off.” (Heidi Pilath) Ellen Schmidt plays her baritone sax during the NHS induction held on November 29. The Taft Road entertaining the parents at this event has become a tradition. Marching Band performers show their enthusiasm during a football game. Spending the game cheering for every Algonac yardage gain added a great deal of spirit to the stands. Jenny Rollins accompanies the Taft Road Jazz Band during the Honor Society induction with a piano background. 30