Manchester High School - Memoir Yearbook (Richmond, VA)

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Displaying his talent on the drums, Sophomore Rick Croker plays his solo. A seemingly impossible task, Mr. Ed Wooldrige tries to bring the Marching Lancers to order. Always wanting to be a mother, Sophomore Jennifer Johnston gets her chance in her role at the Christmas Assembly. Notice the baby in her arms. All-County Lancers. Manchester band mem- bers chosen to attend All-County Band pose for a picture after a performance at L C Byrd High School. Bands

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All Bands Have Shown Tremendous Hard Work The four bands, intermediate and ad- vanced stage bands, concert band and wind ensemble worked to produce two school concerts, Christmas and Spring. In addition, the wind ensemble participated in the District III Instrumental Festival this year. Playing a grade IV music, the group received a rating of excellent. The ad- vanced band presented the Parent’s Prom which has become an annual event. “The bands this year have worked ex- tremely hard and have shown enthusiasm for all their projects,’’ praised Mr. Ed Woolridge, the director of the band. Mr. Woolridge also instructs one class of gui- tar that has grown in popularity over the past few years. Christmas time Director Ed Woolridge conducts the band during a rousing Christmas carol. Santa’s helpers in Toyland. These three elves Chris DeHart, Tracy Wiggins and Jennie Hutto seem to be enjoying their parts at the Christmas assem- bly. Jamming out. The musical Lancers enjoy playing upbeat, current tunes. 22 Bands

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A jazzed choir. Singing contemporary Christmas songs for the holiday season is the Jazz Choir. Gathered around the piano, the Madrigals prac- tice for an upcoming concert. Lead singer in drag. Junior Brian Bartlett shows his other side. ; 24 Chorus EPA MAIR