Covina High School - Cardinal Yearbook (Covina, CA)

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Jazz and Wind Ensemble Exploring New Music The Jazz Ensemble continued to enjoy another successful year doing what they do best — making music. These talented players performed different forms of jazz and popular music. Weather Report ' s Birdland and Longer by Dan Fogel- berg were among their favorite tunes. Made up of only the best players from the instrumental music classes, the Wind Ensemble was indeed a very select group. Their superior musicianship earned them the distinction of playing the m ost challenging numbers in the band ' s repertoire. Those who attended the Twenty-Ninth Annual Mid-Winter Concert on March 7 were pleasantly entertained by the excellent sounds of this group. 1. The Trombone section was essential to the overall sound of the group. 2. John Lacy showed excellent progress on the vibes. 3. Tom, Rick and Scott make up the Jazz Band ' s driving rythm section. 4. While Chris expressed his dynamic style on tympani, Laura added a different texture on electric bass. ' 5. The trumpet section always gave their best. 6. Recent replacements. Rich and Tnna, adapted well to the rigors of fourth period. 7. Mr. Green put his knowledge of music to the test with the Jazz Ensemble. OA ' 1 29

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Pep Band and Triad Council Keeping Spirit Soaring Who were the talented and spirited musicians who provided the music for rallies and away games? THE COLOSSAL COLT PEP BAND! This ail-volunteer unit added that needed something to keep the crowds ' spirit soaring. The Pep Band continued to be an important part of school functions. The Colossal Colt Pep Band in action. Triad Council was the lawmaking body of the Band, organizing fund-raising activities and making important decisions like scheduling parades and starting committees. It was made up of all Section Leaders, the Drum Major and Tall Flag Leader. The Triad Council Cabinet consisted of: President Cindy Faires, Vice Pres. Mickey Valdez, Secretary Jerry Mad- den, Treasurer Vincen Cowles and Historian Jeff Wilson. Back Row: Jeff Wilson. Cindy Faires. Vince Cowles. Laura Smith. Kevin Smith. Marie Giordano. Anna York. Lisa Tanner, [erry Madden. Front Row: Mickey Valdez. Chris Carlos. Everett Gardener. Ken Prelell. 28

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Concert Band Meeting the Challenge Talent and versatility were two important things to remember about this year ' s Concert Band. The styles of music played ranged from rousing, traditional marches to nostalgic Broadway show themes. Constantly changing musical moods offered an interesting challenge to these young performers. Concert Band was composed of all band students, making it the largest instrumental group at Covina. Along with the Wind Ensemble, they spent every Thursday evening in rehearsal preparing for the Twenty-Ninth Annual Mid-Winter Concert. Anna York played first chair in the French Horn section. Mickey. Vince, and Jeff intensely con- centrate on a piece. Freshmen felt honored to play in the Concert Band. Rick Sandoval proved to be a versatile percussionist. The percussion and low brass sections were probably most vital parts of the Concert Band. Most higher-voiced sounds came from flautists Cindy, Katie and Marie. 30