California Baptist University - Angelos Yearbook (Riverside, CA)

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Busy Year Keeps Womens ' Group Singing 1988-89 Rhapsody Top row: Pa- trida Johnson, Teii Sutherland, Julie Perkins, Sandi Schmeldt, Christi O ' Daniel, Amy Stilts, Taoruny McDaniel, Julia Jones and Joy Simpson. Seated: Vickl John- son. Front row: Helen Walker, di- rector; Michelle Ensign, Diana Dang, and Shannon Domosley. Rhapsody performs for the stu- dents in one of the first chapel services this year. 134 CLUBS ORGANIZATIONS

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UGHT! Light! Gleams 1 Through ' Changes Returning in August for practice, the 1988-89 Lightl group returned to not only a new year, but a new director, Duane Taylor. The first week was mentally and emotionally tough but after many hours of practice, the singers began to adjust to thier new director and his style. The practices were intense than in previous years and each individual ' s talents were really stretched, said Paul Arroyo. This year ' s Light group was accompanied by pi- ano, something new from previous years, as before they had used accompaiument tracks. Not only did Li t blend well vocally, but they also got along well as individuals. We are all individuals with extremely different personalities but we got along well Drew Williams commented, The road trips were sometimes long, and occasionally there were conflicts within the group, but they really brought us closer together. This year ' s Light group was really different from the previous years. There was alot of talent within the group and although we knew that at the be- ginning of the year, was even more evident as we continued to improve, conunented Melody Lewis. Duanc Taylor, director of UCHT1, leads choruses in chapel. The group per fo rmed some of its rep- ertoire for a Fall chapel. 1988-89 LIGHT! Top row: Duane Taylor, Damon Adcock, Kris Boucher, and Paul Anoyo. Secon d row: Melody Lewis and Shenl Allgood. Front row: Drew WU- llama and accompanist Jon Lothenore.

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Rhapsody As the ladles entered the loom, a hush fell over the audience. By the smiles on the sing- ers ' faces, the listeners knew this would be a pleasant musical experience. Rhapsody, the select women ' s ensemble here at Cal Baptist, was made up of twelve singers and an accompanist this year. All of the girls involved in the ensemble had to audition, and each member contributed their time and effort to make the group a har- monious success. Being in Rhapsody has been a wonderful experience. I have grown both musically and emotionally as well. I have made a lot of friends and had a lot of fun, commented Amy Stilts. The group rehearsed everyday and per- formed at many events throughout the year. They performed in many churches in South- em Calif oriUa. The Baptist Convention in Las Vegas was a highlight of their year. Over Interterm, Rhapsody toured NorAem Cali- fornia, including the Sacremento Area and Lodl. Julie Perkiru said that, One of the best parts about it is that you get to meet new people and see old friends. Even with their busy schedule, the girls of Rhapsody got to know each other and en- joyed a lot of good times. Christy O ' Daniel summed up , As a member of Rhapsody, I can say that it is a lot of fun. All of the girls are such fun to be with, and Mrs. Walker is a wonderful leader. But the best thing about Rhapsody is the friendships because if it wer- en ' t for that, we ' d kill each other when wc travel on tour all cramped in a van. The other memben of the group liaten intently Tammy McDaniel offers some suggestions during rehearsal. Sandy Schmiedt, Amy Stilts, and Chiisti OT}aniel show signs of stress after a very long rehearsal. Rhapsody took part In the ceremony for the Ughtliig of the Christmas Tree by joining other choir members and singing carols. RHAPSODY 135