Escambia High School - Escambian Yearbook (Pensacola, FL)

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Stage Bandis Rock, Jazz Music Entertams Audience Another division of EHS band is the Stage Band, com- posed of select members of both first and second concert band The talented musicians, directed by Mr. Laurel Brownlee, performed selections varying from rock to jazz to captivate the attention of audiences of all ages. Attending district and state contests, the band received nu- merous awards for its excellent music production When asked about Stage Band activities Ken Huff bari sax, replied, This year in Stage Band we ve been trying to advance ourselves in playing the true style of Stage Band mu sic. Of late, welve been preparing ourselves for district Solo and Ensemble Contests ALTO SAX Sollie, Cindy Toombs, Jackie TENOR SAX Andrews, Ricky Ellis, Scott BARITONE SAX Hull, Ken CORONET Carr, Richard Harris, Joel Steward, Danny Waller, Karl Whitehurst, Richard TROMBONE Dennis, Walter Nix, Larry Rawls, Don Whitehurst, Robert BASS Burkland, Joe GUITAR Chapdelaine, Mike PIANO Alexander, Karen PERCUSSION Hill, Don Jennings, Roy Mr. Laurel Brownlee Band Director

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The majorettes apply their talents and precision as they perform at games. Danny Stewart, drum major. Kneeling: Terri McDonald, Cheryl Watson. Standing: Kathy Clarke, Karen Hooper, Debbie Storey, Julie Penton, Angie Till, Larisse Tanner. ajorettes Demonstrate Art of Twirling, Marching The majorettes of Escambia High School, the Rebel Front Line, are composed of several energetic girls that excel in the art of marching and twirling. Performing at pep rallies, foot- ball games, and band contests kept these girls busy striving for perfection. Majorette Cheryl Watson said, I have had a good time being a majorette for these past three years. I am l38 only hoping that next year I have as much fun. Danny Stewart, drum major, takes on the responsibility of conducting the band in the half-time activities. His direction determines the success of the band's performance on the field.

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. . . . Q Concert Band Gained Experience in District Contests The Escambia High School Concert Band, under the direc- tion of Mr. Laurel Brownlee, performed during the District and State Concert, Solo and ensemble contests this past year. The band supported EHS by playing at football games, perfonning at the Flag Day Ceremony and giving a winter concert for the pleasure of parents and students. Considered one of the best high school bands in this area, they were in- vited to participate in half time activities at Troy State Uni- versity. They also participated in district and state contests later in the year. According to Sally Crews, first chair percussionist, this year has been a successful one for the bands. She stated that the members gained considerable experience as a result of play- ing more varied and difficult music. Mr. Brownlee spends much extra time with his band in order to achieve excellence, OK gang-a one and a two . . . 140