Alliance High School - Bulldog Yearbook (Alliance, NE)

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The Concert Choir adds some old razzamatazz to the 1-all Concert. 9 Lori Montague and Lori Liggett share sheet music while preparing for District Music Contest. Tenors and basses are: Dan Kumetat, Steve Cripc, Rick Parish, Brian Vandeventer, Bill Mosser, Bruce Thompson, John Harris, Bob Keith-ley, and Bob Maxwell. The choir spent many hours of rehearsal to work on a technique of singing to attain a sound which was full and balanced. Throughout the year, a total of five concerts were given and a variety of music, ranging from modern and jazz, to the 17th century classics were performed at each. This was the first time in which music students could letter. Points could be accumulated by advertising for concerts, singing the Star-Spangled Banner at athletic events, and singing at all concerts. As a result of their varying activities, the choir was exposed to many types of music. This, therefore, provided the students with a broader understanding of music. Choir officers are: Julie Jensen, treasurer; Peggy Wagner, vice-president; Brian Vandeventer, president; Sue Powell, librarian; and Dee Gonzalez, secretary. Members of the Girls’ Glee arc: Deb Buskirk, Pauline Schance, Kim Hubbard, Dorothy Christie, Joan Zurn, Deb Nelson, Kim Evcrton, Juanita Peterson, Laurie Stafford, Marlene Rose, Lorraine Bowman, Kate Sherlock, Vickie Hoff, Barb Childers, Jeanie Bryan, Kim Jones, Vicki Reitz, Lynctta Harsin, Polly Sullivan, Sheila Leever, Rene Thompson, Judy Nuss, Brenda Powell, Leslie Sollcy, Janinc Berry, Kim Bedient, Rose Hardy, Kathy Howell, Rochelle Boots, Shari Hoffmann, Deb Underwood, Lori Clark, and Tonya Benda. 20

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“The Sythe” is a terrifying prose selection, presented by Junior Laurie Hoff. Forensics Team Wins Variety of Placings Placing first in the District Class A Speech Contest, along with qualifying nine for state, was the highlight for the Alliance Forensics Team. Alliance’s only event placer in state competition was Jim Podhaisky, who placed fourth in After Dinner Speaking. Jim Podhaisky relates the humorous aspects found throughout speech contests. Long nights of hard work and dedication in revising, editing, and cutting, experienced by all thirteen members and Coach Don Clarke, ended only in disappointment. A bubbling personality is a vital part of Tracy Swanson’s after-dinner speech, entitled “Avon, what a calling.” Facial expressions are a large part of Gerald Messer-smith’s humorous prose presentation. Oral Interpretation of Drama: Jim Podhaisky, Charlene Edwards, Gerald Messersmith, Lori DeFord, and Jeff Gonzalez-four superiors. Oral Interpretation of Poetry: Charlene Edwards-two superiors and two excellents. Duet Acting: Brian Rockey and John Paulsen-three superiors and one excellent. After Dinner Speaking: Jim Podhaisky—two superiors and two excellents in preliminaries and one superior and two excellents in the finals, placing fourth in the state. After Dinner Speaking: Tracy Swanson-one superior, two excellents, and one good. Original Public Address: Patty Kollars-three superiors and one excellent. After his total physical breakdown in “Equus,” Alan, portrayed by John Paulsen, is comforted by Dysart, performed by Brian Rockey. 19

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Mrs. Dowling demonstrates enthusiasm while directing concert choir for the spring concert. Choirs Perform a Variety of Music Altos are: Kerri McNeil, Linda Stull, Brenda Appleyard, Jan Averna, Kim Ushio, Cindy Barnett, Donna McCall, Julie Jensen, Becky Kendall, Donna Reeh, Sue Powell, Peggy Wagner, Lori Griffith, Jodi Meter, Dec Gonzalez, Peggy Kraft, Jackie Howell, April McLean, and Lisa Dalbey. Choir Secretary Dee Gonzalez keeps track of all tardies and absences. Sopranos are: Sue Cummings, Lori Liggett, Lori Montague, Kelly Broers, Linda Hash man, Deb Appleyard, Lara Dalbey, Cris Swanson, Polly Ackerman, Tammy Olvey, Sharon Knapp, Tracy Thies, Kari Daugherty, Gaylene Kreachbaum, and Linda Tapscott. Tacy Swanson accompanies the concert choir during a rehearsal session. 21