Manhattan High School - Blue M Yearbook (Manhattan, KS)

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Directors Mr. Norvell and Mr. Frey conduct the small instrumental groups and the stage bands. Ensembles, Bands Conductors Norvell, Frey Direct lnslrumentcalists Directing the instrumental music department at the high school was the responsibility of Mr. Lawrence Norvell and Mr. David Frey. Mr. Norvell was in charge of the symphonic band, the orchestra, and most of the ensembles. The concert band and two stage bands were under the direction of Mr. Frey. Each of the ensembles organized by Mr. Norvell and Mr. Frey was an important part of the musical pro- gram. These enabled the participants to develop techniques on their instruments and learn the fine points of group playing. Since there was more re- sponsibility on the part of the individual in these small groups, advanced students were given an oppor- tunity to develop into superior musicians. These ensembles performed special numbers for service groups, civic organizations, PTA, and school programs. They also attended contests, competing with other groups throughout the state. During the year, MHS has taken great pride in the ratings received by students participating in these contests. Students for these groups were chosen from the band and orchestra according to their abilities. The ensembles practiced after school hours, and usually played music of the highest quality. E -E x S. BRASS CHOIR-Bottom Row: Norman Byers, Bill Bevan, Gary Hood, Steve Katz, Bob Clegg, Steve Beck. Row 2: Richard Roan, Ralph Rich- ardson, Tom Noordsy, Jim Ryan, jeff Shenkel, Tom Feldkamp. 116

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JoAnn Carlson, Gary Hanna, Woody Babbitt, Lyle Porter, Mary Whitney, Janice Pomperien, Pete Olson, David Mitchell, Eric Romans, Roger Watson, George Gerritz, Tom Feldkamp, Bill Bevan, Gary Hood, John Agan, Steve Katz, Bob Clegg, Rick Broadhurst, Joyce Smith, Kathryn Heyne, jackie Dietrich, Bob Perego, Roger Barr. Row 5: Mr. Lawrence Norvell, Mr. David Frey, Beccy Fink, jeff Shenkel, jim Fonntaine, Phil Wendling, Bob Krause, Derald Rice, Larry Bratton, jim Carrender, Lyle Hofman, Steve Burris, john Hunter, Denny Bayer, Brian Wise, Charles Mandeville, Tom Martin, Ron Finley, Patty Dial, Brad Blaker, Quinton Kidd, Ralph Richardson, jim Ryan, Tom Noordsy. Row 6: jim Dailey, Ron Harrison, Mary McManis, Sara Fiser, Ann Moore, Bonnie Sprague, Alan Beckman, Gary Plumberg, Lysle Oppenlander, Lynnetta Johnson, jack jackson, Sarah Dallas, Lynn Larmer, Barbara Beeler. Ralph Richardson, Brad Blaker, Patty Dial, Lynette Barclay, Tom Feldcamp, Steve Beck, Norman Byers, Gary Hood, Bill Bevan, Steve Katz, Bob Clegg. Row 5: Mr. Lawrence Norvell, jeff Shen- kel, Bob Krause, Alan Beckman, Gary Plumberg, Ann Moore, Bonnie Sprague, Mike McCormick. V6Z7'Z.6IQ7 qv M usic Orchestra Porticipotors Goin Knowledge Although many music students were enrolled in both band and orchestra, the orchestral section was not connected with the band. The one exception was at the district festival, when the combined band and orchestra were allowed to send only ten ensembles for entrance in competition. Orchestra took care of complete arrangements for the annual variety show in the spring. They attended a CKL string clinic once during the year, and also held a concert of their own. Another important func- tion of the orchestra in the school was providing the instrumental background for 'AThe Wizard of Oz , this yearls school operetta. Students enrolled in the 58 piece orchestra gained an interest and appreciation toward the many types of music which they played. 115

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l PEP BAND-If II P lf MU F 0 om mu 'ix ritz, Brad Blakcr, Tom Noordsy, Ralph Richardson, Jixn Ryan, Gary Pluinberg, Lysle Oppenlzuuler. Hou 2: Bob Brockiuan, Susan Campbell, Karen Reynolds, Larry Kiriuser, Bob Perego, Mac llausiug. Ifozu 3: Rick BI'U1lCllllll'SI, Bill Bevan, Cary Hood, Steve Katz, George Gerritz, Tom Feldkainp, Bob Clegg. Twirlers, Pep Bama' 6 Girls Twirl To Roufinesg Bond Boosts Enthusiasm Six Manhattan High Indians performed in front of the Thundering Tribe, or marching band, at several football games, and various parades. During half- times at basketball games and at the annual variety show, MHS twirlers presented routines which they had worked up themselves. Head twirler, Martha Betton, was part of the MHS twirling team for three years. Other twirlers were JoAnn Carlson, Beccy Fink, Sara Fiser, Donna Simmons, and Joyce Smith. Janice Pomperien was an alternate. Along with the Blue Pepsters, the Pep Band helped to boost school spirit and morale. In doing this, they played appropriate music during all home basketball games and pep rallies. Pep Band members were al- lowed to attend one CKL out-of-town game during football season, and one during basketball season. They could attend any number of non-league games and special athletic tournaments. They were asked to play at one of the Kansas State University basketball games as a guest band this year. 4 5 Leading the MHS Band-Jo.-Xnn Carlson, Joyce Smith Donna Simmons, Rick B1'0llCll1lll'St, Mznilla HCUOII Sara Fiser, and Beccy Fink. 117