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

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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

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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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Varsity Club for boys; girls stay with FCA Boys Varsity Club was once known as the Fellowship of Christian Athletes but they changed their club name and no longer conducted meetings on the school premises. This was because of a decision by the Supreme Court. Sponsor and Treasurer Coach Fyke says, “We do not intend to fight this situation. We are going to follow the guidlines outlined by our administration, but I feel we can continue to grow.” The boys F.C.A. has proved itself successful participating in projects such as a stadium clean-up, selling conscnssions at athletic events, and a car wash. Girls Fellowship of Christian Athletes made the decision to keep their original name. “Changing the name is going against what the club stands for,” says Mrs. Marti Hatfield. The girls are no longer allowed to meet at school. This year the girls F.C.A. has been successful in their bake sales, a car wash, and a Jog-A-Thon for the Heart Association. by Rhonda Brookshire F.C.A. meeting at Mark Shindlcr's. P. KufTel photo Attending boysand girls F.C.A. meeting: Wendi.Tamiko, Ronnie, Mandy, and Jo. P. Kuftcl photo Jogging for the Heart Association: Mrs. Hatfield. Michelle and Janet. D. Adams photo Just thinking it all over. P. KufTel photo 162 Clubs