Campbell High School - Panthera Yearbook (Smyrna, GA)

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Wjl P722 - Chris Hyer Jazz is totally extracurricular, stated Vickie McManus during her third year in the band. The jazz band began their new season during the win- ter and spring months. The band consisted of a small num- ber, which made it easier for each to receive individual attention. They had to attend practice on Tuesday after- noons after school. Jill Hudgins stat- ed, You have to be more devoted to the band because practices are after school, but since it is a condensed band, it has a more casual atmo- sphere. They ventured to add a flute to the band this year. Elisa Daniels comment- ed, This is a new experience for me since I am the only flutist in the band, but I want to learn the jazz style on the flute. Chris Hyer and Courtney Cater ex- pressed their ideas on goals and suc- cess in jazz. Chris explained that, ln order to become successful at jazz you have to be able to improvise. We are going to learn some harder music and try to swing jazz and rock, stated Courtney Cater. Jazz Players, Vickie McManus, Joel Myers, and Chris Hyer practice after school on Tuesdays. Flutist, Elisa Daniels adds a new sound to the 1985 jazz band. Members of the 1985 Jazz Band include: ROW 1: Steve Bissel, Heather Daniels, Ron Morris, Rodger Carter: ROW 2: Courtney Cater, Donald Mahillo, Kathy Hardin, Jill Hudgins, Andy Bristow, ROW 3: Vickie McManus, Brad Rowe, Mike Barnes, Chris Hyer, Bob Allen, Richard Hembreeg NOT PlCTURED: Mr. Roy Holder, Director. 78 Jazz Band CC To Become successful at Jazz you have to be able to improvise Q,

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f f in f ,'V, a Lg, if v,9 , f Concert band member Stephanie Utley and Luanne Hayes brush up on their playing skill during the band period. Band student Lyn Turnell listens to Mr. Roy HoIder's instructions during practice. Flutist, Valerie Weber brushes up on her pieces for the Christmas Concert. The 1985 Concert Band underwent many changes. Instead of two separate bands, they came together and formed the Concert Band. Those who accepted the changes stayed and developed their talent un- der Mr. Roy HoIder's intense teaching. Freddy Palmer stated, I stayed in band because I have learned more this year than I have learned in the last two years. Challenges and goals were an impor- tant necessity of the past years, and this year was no exception. Festival and spring concerts were an incentive to become better musicians. Our di- rector has a lot of enthusiasm which makes us want to learn the music, stated Robbie Milam. He commented that his goal for the concert season was to become a better player and learn more about music. Kerri Carter commented, Although band is chal- lenging, no one feels that they are bet- ter than anyone else. I think this is what keeps the spirit alive and makes us want to learn. Mr. Roy Holder had his ideas for the band. He stated, My goal is to have the best Concert Band possible. I want to challenge every player not only from a technical perspective, but particular- ly to improve as a musician by develop- ing the more subtle aspects of ensem- ble performance. C lVly Goal is to have the best concert band possible. Q, - Mr. Roy Holder Concert Band 77

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ff We Have a lot of potential!! During the Winter Concert, soprano, Joann Fitz- patrik plays the cymbals for a Christmas carol. The members of the chorus include: ROW 1: Car- ole Gaines, Joan Summers, Kelley Shuey, Rebec- ca Cook, Lara Payne, Joann Fitzpatrick, Valerie Thomas, Patrick James, Tim Smith, Melody Cul- len, Lisa Schuler, Tina Hsiao, Carole Key, Tammy Parks, and Italia Gandolfog ROW 2: Susan Farley, Kimberly Owen, Lori Miller, Shilane Gray, Becky Gray, Angie May, Jennifer Roberds, Randy Grider, Danny Caldwell, Amy Lloyd, Kim Maguire, Melissa Singley, and Shannon l-laireg ROW 3: Julie Newman, Dena Patterson, Catherine Chapman, Felicia Williams, Michelle Owen, Angela Bush, Mi- chele Scoggins, Shane Honea, Jeff Brown, Kenny Birke, Jessica Jordan, Leila Bramblett, Lyn Tur- nell, and Lane Pattersong NOT PICTURED: Kay Fincannon, Nancy Ball, and Mr. Robert Clai- borne, director. After it's rebirth last year, chorus ex- celled to a higher performance level for their second year. Mr. Robert Clai- borne drilled the students on tech- niques that would educate their musi- cal understanding and prepare them for performing in front of an audience. Such performances as the Smyrna Lighting of the Christmas Tree tested their performing skills. Jenny Roberds commented, Our performance helped us all get into the Christmas spirit, and it lessened our fear of per- forming. Jeff Brown stated his feel- ings, I enjoyed the performance, and I think it was a benefit to the communi- ty, too. Having control over one's breathing and pronunciation was a main objec- tive for the choir, stated Troy Hop- kins. I feel the dedication and hard work each one contributes will estab- lish a sense of accomplishment and self-worth. During the holidays, the chorus was given the opportunity to present a Win- ter Concert which the community was invited to, This and other concerts pro- vided the experience for performing. Mr. Robert Claiborne commented, The choir has done a good job, we have a lot of potential. With every per- formance, we will become more com- fortable with the audience. - Mr. Charles Clairborne Chorus 79