George Washington High School - Continental Yearbook (Los Angeles, CA)

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- ' The Conductor waves his baton . . . we hear the rhythmic swell of clear, harmonious music ... it opens vigorously . . . a distinct atmosphere of anticipation. With each succeeding movement it gains in vivacity, in- tensity, and purpose, until it fairly sparkles with richness and brilliance, and is fashioned into a gorgeous ornament of tone. As an expression of welcome and appreciation, we respectfully dedi- cate this effort to our principal, Mr. Karp Leonard Stockton, who, like the conductor of a symphony, sympathetically captures the spirit and bounding vitality of our aims and ambitions, and, through his capable direction, enables us to fashion them into actual deeds and accomplish- ments.

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S v CWM r Music . . . the emotion awakened within us when we hear instru- ments . . . the ecstatic melody of the violins . . . the languid voice of the flute . . . the lonely song of the oboe . . . the beating of drums . . . the distant drowsy sound of bells ... is this music? yes . . . and no ... it is nearer and farther than that ... it is our impression of life. This thought inspired our theme . . . The Washington Symphony of 1940 ... an impression of student life . . . presented for your entertain- ment . . . without explanation or interpretation . . . other than that af- forded by its own sounds and rhythm.