Patrick Henry High School - Patriot Yearbook (Roanoke, VA)

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i, Mark Johnston solos for the advanced Choir. Sandra K-erfoot proves that girls are no sissies as she dons protective equip ment before welding. 30

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'x t ti N. , if it ff - Mrs. Young checks the work of students who are drawings. tv Products Of Fine Arts Are Shaped By Hand, Mind And Heart The creative lite of Patrick Henry is' centered around the three divisions of the Fine Arts Department. First is the Art De- partment, which offered bas'ic classes for budding artists and advanced classes for more experi- enced students. The curriculum included the rudiments of draw- ing and the use of various media and techniques. Later, students employed their knowledge when working on individual projects. Art history strengthened each student's background and helped him to form his' own style and character of work. Next is the Industrial Arts De- partment, which emphasized pre- cision rather than artistic ability. Many phases of diagram drawing were taught in mechanical draw- ing clcissesk Beginning with the delineation of basic forms, the course gradually built up to the designing of house plans. Neat- ness and accuracy played a major role in shop as well as mechanical drawing. Sanding, carving, and other essentials of carpentry led to the completion ot various pro- jects. Work in ceramics and met- als developed craftsmanship. 29 illustrating poems with pen and ink

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. gizwigru: 'Q zfwme if .mgiyvwym , , . ,-.zfzffz M 7 ' ' I , - Lt, gr i ws, 5155115 lik- 2g,, Sew: ' 'V , , , lf Yes, girls can be mechanical minded, too. My ww , BW Martha Moseley demonstrates her abilities 'llf W Y we mls in a mechanical drawing class. P ' Jul.. . In the Fine Arts Department the third and last section is the Music Department, which includes band, choir, orchestra, and music theory classes. The band per- formed at various schaol and civic functions, and helped to promote school spirit through its activities. Choir classes were filled with vo- calizing and practice for many concerts presented throughout the year. Under the direction of Mr. MacDonald, the orchestra gave programs at school and in conjuntion with the Roanoke Youth Symphony. Transposition, modern jazz, classical music, and music history provided students with a sound, yet exciting musical background. Good music comes from lots of hard work on the part of the director as well as the musicians. Mr. Clyde MacDonald shows his enthusiasm as he motions for the desired effects, and finally grins when they are produced. 31