Alliance High School - Bulldog Yearbook (Alliance, NE)

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Changing Decade Brings New Ideas and Different Attitudes Tenors are: Brian Vandeventer, Randy Scott, Jim Watson, Shelly Lauber and Jim Jones. Altos are: Sue Powell, Peggy Wagner, Kerri McNeil, Brenda Appleyard, Lori Griffith, Donna Reeh, Lavon Krejci, Kim Ushio, Donna McCall, Dee Dee Gonzalez, April McLain, Tonya Benda and Lori Clark. A new scope of music was introduced to the choir program by Mr. Thomas G. Lauder this year. After recently receiving his master's degree, he brought with him an interest in many musical backgrounds. Various styles of music were attempted by the Concert Choir, including several selections composed by Mr. Lauder. Many trying hours, by both the students and Mr. Lauder, were dedicated to preparation for various concerts. Betty Jo Milks and Anne Mundt were chosen for the All-State Choir this year. The year started with the Christmas Concert on December 20. The year continued with the High Plains Honor Choir Festival at Chadron on February 14 and 15. Shelly Lauber, Betty Jo Milks, Brian Vandeventer, Steve Cripe, John Harris and Tom Lauder were selected to participate. Other performances throughout the year included: the High School Spring Concert on March 25, the Pre-Contest Ensemble and Solo Recital on April 15, followed by the District Music Contest on May 15. The year for the Concert Choir and Girls' Glee was very rewarding. Basses are: Bill Mosser, Scot Parish, Jeff Kaufman, Tom Borquin, Bruce Thompson, Mike Waybright, Randy Burkhart, Tom Lauder, Brian Heitz, Bob Maxwell and John Reilly. 18

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Stage, Pep Band Promote School Spirit for Spectators The pep band radiates spirit for the upcoming Alliance vs. Gering football game. Rob Haslow, Mark Jensen, and John Harris comprise the percusion, keyboard, and rhythm sections of stage band. A large pep band and many rowdy fans form the AHS Spirit Section. The select pep band of stage band members entertains spectators. Aided by Mr. Norman Running, the band practices for the Music In Our Schools Concert. The stage band, composed of selected members, opened themselves up to a wide field of musical numbers. Starting off the year was the annual Christmas Concert. They also performed at the Swing Choir and Stage Band Festival during March, at the Music In Our Schools Concert in March, and at the Swinging in Spring Concert. The pep band, which consisted of interested band students, supported sports events throughout the season. They performed for both girls' volleyball games and girls' and boys' basketball. They entertained the spectators and helped to promote school spirit throughout the sports seasons. 17

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Performing under the new acoustical shells, which were a gift of the Music Parents this year, the Concert Choir entertains various audiences. Sopranos are: Sue Cummings, Lori Liggett, Deb Zum, Linda Hashman, Deb Appleyard, Lori Montague, Sharon Knapp, Cris Swanson, Gaylene Kreachbaum, Deb Buskirk, Kris Graff, Valerie Lauer, Melody Mink, Lynetta Harsin, Carol Sullivan, Kim Bedient and Vickie Hoff. Choir officers are: Sue Powell, librarian; Peggy Wagner, vice-president; Donna Reeh, librarian; Steve Cripe, president; Dee Dee Gonzalez, secretary-treasurer. Girls Glee are: Shelly Reynolds, Tammi Kistler, Candy Contryman, Lorraine Bowman, Dorothy Christie, Cindy Holland, Janelle Daugherty, Debbi Underwood, Rose Hardy, Rochelle Boots, Rene Thompson, Brenda Powell, Kate Sherlock, Joann Balderson, Kerri Thompson, Connie Ballentine, Lizz Burkhart, Kathy Howell, Beth Christie, Deb Mosser, Laurie Boots, Kris Margheim, Charlayne Corder, Kim Hubbard, Joan Zum, Andrea Johannes, Stacey Brown, and Sherrie Wolvington. 19