Edina High School - Whigrean Yearbook (Edina, MN)

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Singing And Stringing The winter concerts last year included the orchestra’s presentation of Cabaret and Edina-East Concert Choir performance of Sleighbells and Noels. The meager attendance for both concerts didn’t damper each casts’ spirit, and both discovered the meaning of the old Broadway maxim; “The show must go on.” The holiday concert was set in the scene of Dicken’s London with authentic costumes adding to the festive mood. The choir invited extra support from the orchestra and the Abbinante family as well as various accompanists. This provided variety and a fast pace show. Highlights of the night included the challenging “Ceremony of Carols” and “The Night Before Christmas” sung by the East Side Singers. Senior Women’s Varsity surprised the audiences with their delightful version of the “Mister Santa song. The concert ended traditionally with the Halleluja chorus and the participation of the audience. The 1980 Cabaret Concert entertained those who were fortunate enough to attend. The opening half contained various classical pieces. After a short intermission, the concert livened up with songs and costumes from the 60’s, featuring well-known Beatles’ songs like “Hard Day’sNight.”Soloist,Scott Backus, recreated hits from the Rolling Stones, rounding off the tribute to the 60’s. The high point of the show was the moonlighting skit, a parody of Neil Armstrong’s first step for mankind. The night ended with the traditional “Pops Hoe Down.” Students answered the challenge of performing with exciting spirit in the two winter concerts. Top: Patty Raub and Kathy Ilirsch add a Top: Julie Abbinante. and Eve Bigelow dash of humor to the Cabaret Concert. harmonize. Above: While playing Exodus. members of the orchestra concentrate intensely. 26 WINTER CONCERTS

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Play It Again, Bob The annual Pop Concert performed by the Concert Band once again proved to be a great success. The energy of students, directors, and parents was the essential ingredient for the excellent results. Long hours of practice (three nights a week for about six weeks) contributed to the highly polished performances. In addition to the four regular shows, a benefit concert was presented. Under the direction of Robert EUedge, East sophomores, juniors. and seniors strove to make the last Pop Concert the best ever. The first half of the concert began with a sentimental song written and sung by Mr. Elledge. It also included a variety of other songs and skits, highlighted by “Alfie, directed by Mrs. Elledge, and a humorous skit called “The Elledge of Oz.” This half ended on a spectacular note, with an exciting performance by the stage-band directed by Phil Holm and Jim List. The second half featured selections from three Broadway musicals, plus some extra attractions. The first Broadway hit, “Cabaret,” was headed by the songs and charms of Paul Patzloff, along with a number of dancers clad in bright-colored satin. The next musical, “Annie,” featured several talented solos by Clarissa Jones as Annie and Brian Ens-minger as Daddy Warbucks. Because “Annie” was such a contemporary production, it was an added attraction for the audience. “Hello Dolly” was the last Broadway play presented, and Carleen Dale, dressed in red satin, ruffles, and feathers, highlighted the elaborate scene in a number of singing performances, Adding to the glamour was a tuxedoed chorus of guys, and Brian Johnson in an impersonation of Louis Armstrong. This year’s Pop Concert concluded on a very special note, with one last look at the Pop Concerts that Mr. Elledge has directed since 1972. “Nostalgia,” included many solo performances of highlights from the past nine shows. The closing number recaptured last year’s favorite: “One,” the theme from the Broadway hit “Chorus Line.” Reminiscing over previous performances added sentimental flavor to this year’s show, and proved to be an exceptional finale for East’s last Pop Concert. Above: Dressed in their Sunday beat, Hello Dolly cast members dance a delightful routine. Left: Pam Sedgwick, Clarissa Jones, and Brian Ensminger give it their all in a resounding chorus from Annie. POP CONCERT 25

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Concert Choir members entertain the audience with a festive melody. Erin Jennings and Rich May emphasize an important cello phrase. WINTER CONCERTS 27