J J Pearce High School - Mustang Yearbook (Richardson, TX)

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U .M .,,.. '39 15 w' r, HB5 During a rehearsal for the musical, seniors Children Cheryl Oglesby, Colleen Ward, Cheryl Oglesby and Meg McCammish and Susanne McCammish listen as Maria practice their lines for a scene they have fMeg McCammish1 teaches them how to together. lBryanl sing. lCrawfordl f 1 2, W V C L 1 ,V , ,,,l . si Q ff ,, i rert , wx '43 Maria fMeg McCammish1 tells Mother Ab- bess ILaura Swansonl that she doesn't want to live with the Von Trapps. lBryanl Musical - Student Life X 53

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ound of Music It's showtime, folks! Before the lights go on and the action begins, the sparks of talent were perfected. During many rehearsals every line was divided piece by piece to be presented. The voices became flawless as they practiced every note. When it had been finished, all this was worth the applause and feeling of accomplishment. Whether it was singing, acting, or dancing, every individual was a distinct part of The Sound of Music . I love entertaining people. It's a little scary when you get on stage and realize that all these people are watching you, but when it's all over and you know that you've done your best it's a great feeling, senior Meg McCammish said. The people involved in the musical had different feelings about the arts and performing. I have always been interested in singing. I know a lot about the voice and how to use it, and it comes easy to me, junior Shan- non Swindle said. Sophomore Gaylynn Wells add- ed, Being involved with the musical is a good opportunity to get Checking the tempo of a musical number, theater director Mrs. Lynn Zednick and choral director Mr. Woody Christman com- pare ideas about how it should be played. lCrawfordl 52 X Student Life f Musical to know people better. In addition to being talented in acting and singing these per- formers had even more specific ideas. I am interested in the pro- duction area of the business. I would like to be involved in sound mixing and record producing, senior Mike Angrisano said. While some of the cast was serious about having a career in the entertain- ment business, others were not so sure. I'd like to, but I don't think it is a very secure career, senior Kristen Nelson said. Both directors had an influence on the success of the musical. I love music. I was never in choir in junior high or high school, but when I went to North Texas State University, I got music scholar- ships and took voice lessons, choir director Woody Christman said. This musical has a strong female cast and our strength depends upon many voices. I picked a show to give many people a chance, Mrs. Lynn Zednick, theater director, said. lBua 8z Inglel

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54 X Studc ot just sno Winter more than weather Brr . . . those cold winter months began in late November and ended in early April. During those months, many expected only cold temperatures, roaring winds, and a few days of showers. Surprise! The second week of winter break, sleet and ice storms hit the metroplex, keeping many students dormant in their homes for two days. Some attempted to defy the laws of nature by getting in their cars to carry out their daily business. lust when the threat of ice and snow storms was over, a cold front moved in during February. Ice on roads and streets literally closed down Dallas for four days. Schools closed for two days, malls closed early, and many businesses declared a short, but inevitable, holiday. However, the snow didn't keep students from having a good time. Movies, malls, and restaurants at- tracted the bored, and this short break from school became a vacation. Despite this year's unusual con- ditions, winter wasn't just a weather report. It was a time for warm nights by the fireplace and double features at the movie theater. Students considered winter the most involved for their school year. Although this year's unusual 'Texas winter was sometimes a contradiction in terms, for some it added a special touch of magic for the dull landscape of dead trees and brown grass. HI didn't like the idea of having to make up the two days, but I had fun playing in the snow, junior Heather Hinson said. lShmockl By March, the threat of ice and snow was over. Senior Brad Patterson and friend walk to school in a chilly breeze. fBryanj s,g.,.. Wx.