Francis Joseph Reitz High School - Reflections Yearbook (Evansville, IN)

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. . . But That Choir Could Sing . . . One of the prides of the Hill still exists today as it has for decades. Of course the Reitz Vocal Music Program is the subject of this matter. Once again under the direction of Mr. James Haygood, all programs are unique and strong. Mr. Haygood, after a year's sabbatical leave, is back and seems renewed with excitement and enthusiasm. The program is led by the Concert Choir and also an elite group of members called Sounds of the Hill. Other programs consist of mixed chorus, and girls' and boys' prep chorus. All in these groups are talented and destined to become Con- cert Choir members. This year's Concert Choir was involved in a vari- ety of musical activities. Of course the traditional Christmas Concert Standing Room Onlyl was a high point. Another Reitz Concert Choir traid- tion is the Germania Maennerchor Madrigal which once again proved to be successful. Just knowing they were good wasn't quite enough as the Concert Choir proved its excel- lence in numerous contests throughout the year. Despite the fact the Choir is usually traditional in its performances, Mr. Haygood is not afraid to try new and different types of productions. In March this year they performed the Brahm's Re- quiem with a professional orchestra and the representatives of a decade of concert choir alum- ni. Although each of the choirs displayed its tal- ents well this year, once again the Reitz Showcase proved to be the highlight of the season.

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4 . . IX 1 aFPhotos By Hal H illtoppers Kick Off Reitz's high spirited Hilltoppers per- formed at all home games, football and basketball. They attended a drill team camp over the summer where they learned the dance routines. The Hilltoppers appreciate all the support and patience given to them by their sponsor, Mrs. Nancy Qualls. The 1984-85 Hilltoppers were Sherri Ber- lin, Karen Brown, Jodi Carnahan, Ju- lie Clemons, Lori Damm, Cathy For- cum, Pam Quinn, Erin Johnson, Cherie Kappert, Lisa Layne, Gina Lin- coln, Lisa Morris, Paula Rueger, and Sandy Titzer. This year's captains were Lori Damm and Sandy Titzer.

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Sounds Of The Hill Kick Up Their Heels Photo By Hal This year's 1984-85 Sounds of the Hill consist of approxi- mately 23 members. Under the direction of Mr. James Haygood, this group has already performed over six con- certs this year. The highlights included singing at the Tenth St. Nicholas Grandfest, singing with the Choir on the walkway downtown and participating in the 5010 and Ensemble contest. All of the members spent long hours learning the choreography and music which is the spe- cialty of Sounds. They gave a wonderful spring concert and performed their traditional Dinner Theater produc- tion with Panther style and Class. The head choreographer was Holly Wade and the piano accompanist was Audrey Elfreich.