Evangel University - Lancer Yearbook (Springfield, MO)

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7x43 , W;h..,q..,m. Saxophone player Chan Fores- man, junior, practices with the Concert Band. He also played in groups for student produc- tions, Harvest Festival and Spring Fling. Charge! is the cry as Alan Hogenmiller, senior, plays the intro on his trumpet. His impromptu fanfare encour- aged the fans to support the football team. ,4 Members of Concert Choir rehearse songs which will be performed on tour. The choir went on one tour each semester. Music 163

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or waited until 11 p.m. to venture toward the still- occupied rooms. While the increase led to a shortage of practice rooms, it also led to some additions. Herb Johnson, a 1978 graduate, returned as a piano instructor. He also taught a new course, ; llFundamentals of Music I I ,' Theory,II which was designed I I to aid students without I I previous training in music I I ' theory. ; ,1 A second new class was I also added, Hymn Playing for I I I Piano and Organ, for developing the gospel-style techniques for piano and organ I I- majors. II The department also changed its image with the purchase of a computer and a II two-manual harpsichord. The II 1 computer was bought to com- pile a statistical history of the music education department Pep Band member Les Ray, junior, plays his trombone to cheer the Crusaders on to victory. The pep band played at all home games. . Tammy Johnson, senior, concentrates UP on the music during band rehearsal. k A College band met at 7:30 a.m. on I Tuesdays and Thursdays. 162 Music I Playing means hard work ' tours were a part of their course work and to give students a chance toprogrampitchesandrhythms. The harpsichord, a hand- constructed replica, enhanced the recitals and the curriculum. As part of the requir- ements, music majors par- ticipated in the bands and choirs. The main groups were Concert Band, Chorale, Col- lege Band, and Choral Union. Other organizations included Woodwind Ensemble, - Brass Ensemble, String Ensemble, Bell Choir, and College Or- chestra. The shortage of practice rooms, the long hours of practicing, and the various concerts all played a part in disciplining the majors for the rest of their lives. 6 Sophomore Grace Herzog keeps both eyes on the music as she practices with the Concert Band. Concerts and each semester.

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