George C Marshall High School - Columbian Yearbook (Falls Church, VA)

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Good vibrations sound off The departure of their old director of many years forced the bands to adjust to a new leader. They had few problems getting used to their new director, though, and concentrated on developing their musical skills. Rookies in the band program usually wound up in Concert Band. This band was meant to give young performers a chance to gain experience. They played in the Winter Concert in December and in the final concert at the end of the year. More experienced band performers used their musical talents in the Wind Ensemble. They played in the Winter Concert, the spring concert, and the Langley Wind Ensemble Festival. Wind Ensemble members were eligible to try out at Regional Band competitions. If they made Regional Band, they performed in a Regional concert in February. They also could progress to State competition. Invited to perform at the Capital Centre for a Washington Capitals hockey game. Wind Ensemble members were excited about the prospect of playing for an audience of thousands. They were disappointed, however, when Centre officials un-explainably cancelled their date. Selected from Wind Ensemble members, the Jazz Band brought lively music to various jazz festivals, pep rallies, and assemblies. Students enjoyed their energetic performances. Social activities brought the bands closer together and gave them a chance to have fun. Besides the annual band picnic in November, several other gatherings were also planned. French horn players Jean Zbel and Cheryl Hamer take time out to chat between songs during a band rehearsal. WiaJ Ensemble - Front rote: Becca Bat . Call Bartholomew. Cindi Han. Kathy Heath. Becky Cuthbcrtvon. Eileen Ferrante. Kim Cunningham, Suun Watt; Second rev: Carole Key, Jams llllcy, Kathy Spooner. Sue Connaughton. Deela KittreD. Kathy Hoeuttler. Kevin Starr. Debt Barber. Mary O'Neil. Maria Combo . Sherry! Daugherty; Third row: Tom Wood . David Thornburg. Keith Turner. Pali Holland, lean Zbel, Cheryl Hamer. Erie Allison. Bob Early; Fourth row: Marty Baxter. Mark Wilton, |im Covey. Simon (lodge . Gerry Langlond. Steve Andervon, Mark Cohen. Kelly Mill . Jeff Hall. Steve Boletehek. Steve McCarthy. Kelly Long; Back row: Doug Engle. Bruce Baird, Chi Shumaker. Danny Fawcett. Mike Newman. Kyle Boyer. Leigh Wall. Jamie Ramo . 162 Bands

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Modern musi c mastered A combination of many hours of practice, dedication, and a tremendous amount of talent were all factors in the success of the Madrigals. Being a Madrigal was not only an honor, but an activity requiring a great deal of work. Many times during the year, Madrigals rose early to attend practices. They also rehearsed daily in their second period class. Although the Madrigals usually received many invitations to sing, they were exceptionally busy during the Christmas season. Their schedule included recitals at the Mercedes-Benz Club and the Custis-Lee Mansion. While being a Madrigal was the highest honor in the choral department, being a member of Modern Music Masters was a high honor for all participants in the Music Department. Tri-M members were taken from the band and the choir. A major qualification for membership was participation in the music curriculum for at least two years. Prospective members applied to this elite group, and hoped to be accepted. Tri-M's main activities were a Variety Show in January and a spring recital for parents. Tired of their constant practicing, Carin Parker, Janet Bishop, and other Madrigals polish up another of their songs. Alto Leigh Harris sings her part while Butch Thomas follows the music and waits for the tenors' turn to sing. Madrigals - Front row: John Cherry, Susy Chung, Mary Bedford, Carin Parker, Janet Bishop, Cindy Cummings, Jane Gilmore, Nancy Scholburg, Phyllis Runyon, Leigh Harris, Pat Murpny; Back row: Jean-Claude Huret, Butch Thomas, Will Pharis, Jim Hildreth, Scott Pierce, Bryon Mitchell, Brian Fin-chum, Gary Wolfe, Eddie Roberts. Madrigals — Tri-M 161

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Reaching for a plate for his grilled burgers, Mr. Ron McWilliams prepares to fill up on food at the annual band picnic. Drummer Kyle Boyer waits behind him. I‘ti Band - Freni roar: Keith Turner. Tom Wood . David Thornburg. Sherryt Daugherty. Creg Dawson; SrteicJ rose. Bruce Baird, Steve McCarthy, Kelly Lone; Third raw; Chris Rerui. Chris O'Neill. Jim Casey. Robert Raster, Cerry Lancia nd. Roger Hudson, Mike Baxter. Concert Band - Front row: Susan Bowman. Ethan Allison. Laurie Tanner. Tracy llcrsch. Marjorie Snodgrass. Susanne Bartlett. Debbie Little; Second row: James Raville. Mary Maryola . Jose Clemente. Colleen Trotter, Kimberly Hamer, Vicky Vafiadou. Sun Kim; Third row: Forest Wagner. Judy Spooner, Christine Common. James Feeney. Diane Webber. John Ryabik. Kevin Cleavrr. Jennifer Sands. Sam GiBette; Fourth raw: John ( Alexander. Chris Hardesty. Tammy Lima. Charles Denno. Doug Babcock. Jack Anderson. John Riec. Chris Wise; Bart row: Jimmy Cooper, David Smerdzinski, Mike Holland. Keith Dawn. An oversized, colorful tie is worn as a prank by wrestler Steve Anderson on the day of a match, as he trumpets during his band period. Bands 163