Del Campo High School - Decamhian Yearbook (Fair Oaks, CA)

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4 , The exciting rhythm in the music of Hank Levy, Pete Jackson and Sammy Nestico lured many to the Del Campo Jazz Ensemble's concerts. The explosive and Vibrant Sounds were the product of long hours of practice by all members. Special mention must be made of the soloists, Richard Reed on the alto and soprano saxaphone, Jeff Riggs and Geoffery Savalin on the trumpet, Ken Lehn on the trombone and Mark Thompson, Tom Whinnery and Michael Barker in the rhythm section, all of whose outstanding abilities have continued the fine reputation of Del Campo's music program. The Jazz Ensemble participated in many festivials through out the state as well as performing here at school. To make it possible to attend these festivals, the Jazz Ensemble sponsored the annual adult dance which was held on January 31. Jazz Schedule Oct. 30 Jazz Concert Nov. 22 Sonoma Jazz Festival Dec. 11 Christmas Concert Jan. 31 Annual Adult Dance March 27 Reno Jazz Festival April 24 CM EA 102 xv gil E .,. , P. Ei - 1 f 5 5 22 as 1 Richard Reed channels all of his energy into his music lil. Demonstrating their talent in the trombone section are Brett Peterson, Ken Lehn, Dave McKee and Cliff Kemper 121. Jazz Ensemble expresses themselves at t-he Christmas Concert l4l. Jazz Ensemble members: Don Aasland, Candie Arnold, Michael Barker, Rick Bevan, Mike Decio, Steve Hicks, Cliff Kemper, Laura LaFranchi, Ken Lehn, Mary McCormick, Dave McKee, Brett Peterson, Richard Reed, Jeff Riggs, Jeri Rosenthal, Geoffery Savalin, Ron Talcott, Mark Thompson, Tom Whinnery, Dan Williams.

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Blending different notes and coming up with a beautiful sound is not an easy task, but this year the Concert Choir did just that. From soprano to bass the singer's Voices Blended together in harmony. Various types of music enhanced their performances and emphasized their musical ability. Even though the acoustics were not the best, the Choir entertained many at the Christmas Concert. They gave many other concerts during the year. Paul Merriam instructed the Choir in many Musical ways. By exposing his students to different types of music and by providing the opportunity and a casual environment for practice, he gave his students a taste of what it would be like to be a professional singer. They learned to understand musical technology and even began to enjoy the frantic pace of preparing for performances Concert Choir entertains the audiences at the Christmas Concert. l3,4l. Concert Choir members: Kathy Anthony, Mary Balfor, Richard Barton. Myrna Blackburn. Lynn Blackmer. Carol Bolce. Sherrie Bosworth, Susan Brady, Vicki Brick, Rebecca Brotherton. Manuelita Caldera, Janet Caron. Carole Cole. June Collins. Cindy Dains, Kimberly Dillin, Chris Fako, Karen Fehlman, Sherri Gaines, William Gardner, Tammy Gray, Lisa Halpern, Jeff Hammond, Karen Heintiz, Julie Henderson. Ellen Hicks, Edith Jemenez, Elizabeth Johnson, Joniece Johnson, Kathy Johnson, Lainie Johnson, Kathy Kuhl. Lesley Landin, Jacquie Langworthy, Sandi Masterson, Judy Maudlin, Kimberly Mauritz, Marquita McCurdy, Dan McFeely, Andrea Niskanen, Michael Robertson, Kathy Shaw, Jill Snyder, Carrie Stannard, Donna Steger, Kathy Stewart, Carol Thornsberry, Kathy Tracey, Laurie Verseman, Leslie Wendell, Jill Widman, Charles Wooke 101

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, ,-5? K X 4 ij, i Gi.K.x:,: ...K 1 ,, , ff Exim we 'Y wr P., 1 wi ts W3 ,QE Y if Q, -: is w e ' . ' RX ms ., - f f 5 ...W w e Q .. .,,.:3Fi.o,, ,Q f ta V 7 M45 't axi-st ' .f-.i,:,2.,.,.l, ..:. i .L 1: Q: ' s ' tt 1 tzfk 17 if K ' ' ' 'fs ii 4 is ggszqf 3? vig Q ef ? 3 'Q 5 Y i 5 l 'Mx 6 X X, x I f V xg J l The high spirits of this year's Del Campo Jazz Choir helped to keep the music department alive. The choir required more organization and practice because they were the largest Jazz Choir in the district this year. The extra work didn't matter though, each member's devotion to music made the task easier as well as inspiring others to develop their own musical talents. With the aid of Paul Merriam, choir director, the Jazz Choir assumed an air of professionalism. The professionalism was a result of the selection process for new choir members, They auditioned among Stlf ' f Competition y for positions. After becoming a member. they found the hard work, frantic costume making and hours of rehearsel all necessary for putting on an exciting program. The Jazz Choir performed at festivals and concerts with the accompaniment of their own instrumentalists Gus Johnson, Vernon Jimmerson. Gordon Hunt and Debbie Decker. .Because of their fine reputation, the Jazz Choir went on tour to Southern California in May. Jazz Choir members: Jessica Ainsworth, Dana Asher. Myrna Blackburn, Sherrie Bosworth, Vicki Brick, Janet Caron, Carole Cole, Cindy Dains, Debbie Decker. Chris Fako, Jeff Hammond, Gordon Hunt, Vernon Jimmerson, Elizabeth Johnson, Gus Johnson, Laura LaFranchi. Lesley Landin, Ken Lehn, Dan McFeeley, Dave McKee, Kevin McLemore, Rick Preston, Dee Robbins, Tod Spitts, Carrie Stannard, Mark Thompson, Chuck Wooke Jazz Choir performing at concerts 11 l, l2l, and l3l, 103