Arsenal Technical High School - Arsenal Cannon Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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JOANETTA CARTER and Rose Bond practice a difficult passage during orchestra rehearsal. MAYBE NOT CHIMES, but members of the handbell choir certainly do ring their bells. Caught in action, they perform for the Open House program in the Student Cafeteria.

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.ww W.-any-lwv ' ...W ' Orchestra, handbell make Strolling in the second floor of the Cafeteria-lVlusic Building the ninth period, one is likely to hear the Concert Orchestra rehearsing. Under the direction of John White, the orchestra has compiled quite a repertoire, including a number of over- tures, fughettas, and symphonies. While participation is a strenuous job of endless practice, both individual and group, the Q , .W sz. . ' 'wt I V, - .. i 1,4 Q - 2 f Mwsyw W-rm X A- ' ez? ,a A - MBS. LOESJE MEN DEL demands the coordi- nation that makes the Handbell Choir a thrilling experience. end result is an experience. The group plays for performances at school assem- blies, open-air concerts, and PTA meetings. Versatility is one of the key words of the Orchestra. Through the efforts of lVlr. White, the group has mastered tunes from all over the world. If you happen by room 634 sixth per- iod and hear bells ringing, don't worry, ABOVE: DING-DONG BELL takes a breather between Bongs on a padded bell table. LEFT: How sweet it is! The music that flows from the bow of Charles Abernathy during Orchestra practice . . . sweet sound you're not doomed to marriage. It is only the Burt Handbell Choir practicing for a performance. Directed by lVlrs. J. Loesje lVlendel, the fourteen members perform for PTA meetings, chuch services, and din- ners. The White Chapel English handbells, donated by lVlrs. Burt LaBerge, came from England and are valued at 33,000 for the 64 bell set. THE BURT HANDBELL CHOIR performs for Open House in the Cafeteria, as parents and friends look On.

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GIRLS ENSEMBLE MEMBERS Sharon Barlow, Kris McDonald, Debby Miller, Andi Hunt, Libbi Michael, Karen Darland, Debbie Kuykendall, Lydia Strong, and Cindy Lewis in new lace- trimmed gowns, add a spot of spirit to the Tech Open House. W yy y yy . .-.X y p lllllllllllll l ls X if ww ,, Saw? 1, . ,R ',,,,,,,...--- . .. . , New people, outfits help Octette, En emble yn: M. J , Q cs QQ 3 WM MRS. J. LOESJE MENDEL gives thoughtful counsel to Ensemble members. SHARON BARLOW, Nancy Bottoms, Carla Abell, Susan Beeson, and Linda Chapman achieve nice work as they coordinate rehearsal efforts. v of J 36 2 r l Each year, the Girls Ensemble appears in new outfits. This year, due to various delivery troubles, the girls went on a crash shopping spree, and found several yards of hunter green velveteen, and a skeen of lace. While hands and needles flew, the shoe store, delayed at first, came through with dyed green shoes and matching purses. So outfitted, the girls stepped out ready for a successful season. The group was increased to twelve voices this season, and had the direction ofa new instructor, Mrs. J. Loesje Mendel. ' Al Stepping out in green Edwardian jackets and plaid pants with gold shirts and ties to match, the Boys Octette went swinging with their singing. Although coordination is not a requirement for the Octette, it surely helped this year. The nine members used flinging arms, flying legs, and all the tricks of staging to get their messages to the audience. Mr. Earl Shay directed the boys the first semester, and Mr. Moon led them the second semester giving the group excellent opportunity to adopt their new style. Audience response was encouraging. LlBBl MICHAEL and Debby Miller give full attention to a new Ensemble number during a classroom pratice. 6 N W'