Alief Elsik High School - Ramblings Yearbook (Houston, TX)

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Live in Concert Concert and Symphonic Bands Concert Band and Symphonic Band were both made up of over sixty musicians interested in different types of music. The Concert Band was directed by Terry Crummcll and the Symphonic Band was directed by Joe Williams. Both bands participated in Christmas and Spring Concerts, as well as UILCompctition. Members of Concert and Symphonic Band were also part of Marching Band, and they enjoyed the variety of music they played. by Brena Baumann Mr. Williams directs the Symphonic Band. Photo C. DuPlain No autographs please - Symphonic Band. Photo C. DuPlain The Concert Band performs at the Christmas Concert. Photo C. DuPlain Clarinets in action - Concert Band. Photo C. DuPlain 160 Clubs

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Marching Band rhe best in the land The largest club at Elsik, the marching band, had . very busy and rewarding year. Under the direction f Joe Williams and Terry Crummel, as well as drum najors Atul Shah and Jennie Salazar, the band eccivcd a superior rating at the LaMarque contest nd an excellent rating at the UIL contest held at Alicf itadum. Football season included morning pep allies in the gym, practice during school, afternoon narching practice in the parking lot, and evening ames. Half-time proved to be quite an impressive ight from the stands. The eye catching flags and rifle orps added excitement to the perfect formations excuted on the field. The marching band ended the season with an awesome performance of their UIL routine, “Somewhere over the Rainbow’’ which concluded with the unfolding of a rainbow and the releasing of balloons from behind it. Thcembarasscd Bear band stood in wonder as the crowd rose to its feet for a standing ovation. The marching band’s success was made possible through each individual’s dedication and sacrifice. The reason for the effort is summed up in drum major Atul Shah’s words, “Its fun and certainly worth the trouble.” by Brena Baumann and Terri Brockman I surrender! - Naomi Gomez. C. DuPlain photo The band shows its spirit at the Homecoming pep rally. C. DuPlain The drum majors - Atul Shah and Jennie Salazar. C. DuPlain photo Watch your step! C. DuPlain photo A new band uniform? - David Ragsdale. C. DuPlain photo Band 159

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On Stage Stage Band jazzes it up The smallest band at Elsik was the Stage Band. The twenty-eight members of the stage band were the top players at Elsik. This non-traditional group played mainly jazz and rock music. A first division rating at the UIL Solo and Ensemble proved their outstanding ability and also that of director, Terry Crummel. The Stage Band had an active year playing for the Band Chili Supper, Talent Show, Lion’s Club Queen Contest, and contests at Sam Houston and San Jacinto. Kevin Allen and Marvin Collette both agreed that Stage Band really helped their playing abilities and they also enjoyed the smaller group and more “relaxed atmosphere”. by Brena Baumann Practice makes perfect. Photo: C. DuPlain “Little Drummer Boy - Mike Tisman. Photo: C. DuPlain Performing at the Chili Instructing a student - Mr. Crummel. Photo: C. DuPlain Supper. Photo: C. DuPlain Stage Band 161