John H Reagan High School - Spur Yearbook (Austin, TX)

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Orchestra Executes Excellenci Although the Orchestra program had been in existence only one year, its members scored a second division rating (excellent) at UIL competition in March. We worked hard so that we could go to contest. Our rating was excellent and we were happy about that, commented Miss Nancy Mabry, orchestra conductor. On October 20, the members combined with the Anderson High School Orchestra and presented a program featuring selections from 'Jaws.' In November, some members performed in the Region Orchestra which was conducted by Mr. Akio Eudo. Orchestra members, along with the Choral Department, presented a full concert in December. The concert, which featured Christmas music, was attended by the student body during an assembly period. In order to give sixth graders a view of the Orchestra program offered at Reagan, the Orchestra gave mini-concerts at most of the sixth grade centers in April. Another full concert was given for the student body in May. (I) A group of violinist wotch the steady hond of their conductor. (2) The crowd tit in silence os Miss Noncy Mobry conducts the orchestra through on ensemble of Christmas music. Orcheslro; (front row) Val Roberts, Suson Colonnetto, Lisa Potion, Kiz Tomosulo, Gennell Guyton, Kevin Coots, Teresa Thompson, Lori Pettoy, Verdo Henderson, Phyliss Montoyo, Terry Coates, Becky Kroll, Jomie Johnson, Teresa Friesenhohn, (bock row) Liso Rhoades, Willie House, Willard Holmes, Gina Homm, Cheryl Deko, Donna Morris, Jon Jones, Kristin Hughes, Linda Roark, Sondi Hehmeyer, Tim Boisdon, Fred Cortmill, Richord Meinke, Russell lenz, Kofie Young, Amy Murray, Steve Colley, David Wilborne, Gory Doby, Steve Weathers, Mrs. Noncy Mobry. Orchestro — 111

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Band Generates School Spirit {I) tester Birdsong ond Penny Sowyer devote their concentration to ploying perfect music while otso trying to stoy in marching formation. (2) Mike Moluschka stands ot attention os he roises his trumpet to ploy. (3) Gary Monn, a member of the Reogon Beat,' flashes a smile during a pep rally. (4) The Morching band executes one of the many formations learned during eorly morning practice. 110 —Bond

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Musicians Swing Out .Hard Rock Hard rock, swing, and popular music typified the notes played by the largest jazz program in Austin, according to Mr. Michael Schooler, director of the Jazz Band. In its second year, the Jazz Band consisted of the top jazz players in the school. The Band played for civic organizations, in shopping centers, and at a school assembly. We have improved a great deal, said Mr. Schooler. By selling candy and holding o paper drive, the members raised enough money to purchase the electronic equipment needed by the Band. Ninth graders composed almost eighty percent of the Stage Band, which was directed by Student Director, Jack Monroe. For ninth graders, they are extremely talented,” according to Mr. Monroe. The Stage Band played for the Graham PTA in February. They also participated in the candy sales and paper drive Jazz Ensemble; (front row) Stephen Weathers, tori Henderson, Undo Miller, Wayde McDonald, Melissa Forbes, Mike Brode, Robert 8ritcher, Mr. Mkhoeol Schooler, (bock row) Corl Bouldin, Sandy Cheek, Richord Meinke, Russel Lenz, Fred Cartmill, Mike Moluschko, David Hector, David Wilborn, Mark Otnes, Jeff Jones, Gory Doby. Stage Ensemble; (front row) Eddie Notgrass, Janet Becker, Joe Morales, Steve Hudson, Diane Johnson, (second row) lyne Gosaway, Walter Franklin, Jennifer Shomaker, Karen Henson, Richord Payton, Gary Doby, Randall Revisore. (bock row) Carl Conga, Gail Cryer, James Hotheway, David Bailey, Brad Hurley. (I) Tim Boswell and Billy Turner tune up os they prepare to play. (2) Richord Meinke and Carl Congo accompany the Choir during a concert. 112 — Stoge Band