Norcross High School - Spectrarama Yearbook (Norcross, GA)

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he NHS Chorus began its third year on an up-beat. Due to its improvements and accomplishments in its first two years, the choir was invited to many special occasions. Mrs. Marianne Johnson has done a wonderful job as choral director at Norcross High School, She succeeded in building one of the best chorus programs in Gwinnett County. Mrs. Johnson's hard work and dedication show in the sharp results the Norcross Chorus receives. In the fall, the choir worked at a quick tempo to prepare for early concerts. In late September they performed on the steps of the Crystal Pistol at Six Flags, and at Caloway Gardens in October for the State Principles' Convention. The choirs were well received on both occasions. One of the highlights of the year for our Chorus was singing at the Lighting of the Great Tree at Ftich's Department Store. The Chorus entertained the Thanksgiving Day crowd with a dynamic concert. They enjoyed it very much and hope to be invited again. The Chorus was served well by it's hard-working and dedicated officers this year. Pam Leach, an energetic senior was the Chorus president for 82-83. She had as vice-president Scotty Hornsby, a three year Chorus veteran. The choir's secretary job was filled by two people. Kim Logan was the recordive secretary. She took roll, kept track of lists and many other small things of vital importance to Chorus. Meanwhile Karla Kortez did the corresponding part of the secretary job. Writing thank you letters to Chorus supporters was her largest responsibility. .maya ,w 130

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H E, . A1 oncert Choir encompassed 2nd and 3rd periods, and each class had a treasurer, historian, and section leaders. This year's co-treasurers were Elizabeth Kreiner and Chris Cashion. The 82-83 historians, in charge of the Chorus Scrapbook, were Greg Henson and Jan Kimbril. Cathi Sigmon, Cindy Nesbit, and Keith Pettit worked hard to keep 2nd period Concert Choir in harmony as section leaders, while Valery McCloud and Bobby Moon did the same in 3rd period. Mrs. Johnson had a full load of classes this year. Five classes and four performing groups. First period was this year's Chorale. This class was composed of young men and women of all ages who performed at all Chorus Concerts, including Festival in which they did very well. In 2nd period was the Advanced Chorus, all of the top singers in the school. This part of the Choral program WNY?-1 K 3 ag, Wa 'IL xy' Hn., consisted of mainly Juniors and Seniors but also had some talented Sophomores and 4 excellent Freshmen. Third period contained the best singers in the Choral Program in a group called the Madrigals. They entertained audiences with classical and modern music, also doing some dancing in concerts. Although they may not have known itg 5th and 6th periods, Freshmen and Beginning Chorus, were key parts to the Choir. Both groups gave younger students chances to learn about their voices and music in general. Freshman Chorus attended Festival and did very well, while Beginning Chorus did not perform. They learned much and at the end of this year joined higher Chorus classes, keeping the Chorus going for next year. The Christmas season was our Chorus' busiest of the year. They had concerts in various malls and at other places in Norcross and Atlanta. The final part of the NHS Chorus' celebration of Christmas was their concert for parents and fellow students. They sang well, doing some religious music, some carols, and some contemporary Christmas songs. In the Spring, the Choir had their Spring Concert and their Award Ceremony. The NHS singers ended their performing year with a crescendo by delivering a fine performance for the parents, administration, and students of Norcross. Outstanding Choral students were honored on Awards Night. Honors for the best students in each class were given for outstanding workers, and for the Seniors in Chorus. it was a time of recognition, laughter and fond memories. ln the few short years of its existence, the NHS Chorus has made a big name for itself in Gwinnett County, and they have proved that they are a whole step above the rest. 132 A7