Robinsdale Armstrong High School - Gyre Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

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Band Marches While Flags Twirl The Armstrong Marching Band had another great year. It consists of volunteers from all the bands. Mr. French and Mr. Kloos were the directors with Reid Anderson as drum major. Although most members agree it ' s a lot of fun, they do have to get up and go to early morning practices while everyone else sleeps. The Marching Band plays at pep fests and sport events. They also held a concert in the end of October and play at every home football game. They attended a University of Minne- sota Marching Band concert in mid-November. The Silks are also at each football game out there twirling their flags which they can do quite well now. The captains this year are senior, Tammi Rubin, and junior, Kristin Hall. There are eleven girls putting lots of hard work in to learn the routines and be able to perform them well. Left Flag Captains Kristin Hall and Tammi Rubin Sophomore Karen Gannon in midst of flag routine. Flags-Karen Gannon, Jenny Radar, Jennifer Bitz, Alexander Robinson, Tammy Rubin, Kristin Hall, Kathy Volk, Jessica Rashe, Tinna Hung, Krys Clark First row: Mr. French, Terry Lebens, Jenni Bach, Michelle Zavodnick, Rachel Peat, Reid Anderson (drum major), Kristy White, Christy Johnson, Kan Eklund, Cheryl Anderson, Liz Clark, Mr. Kloos Second row: Anna Odegaard, Nicole Hofstedt, Krista Roemer, Lisa Francis, Matt Griggs, Jenny Francis, Sarah Carlton, Liz Holvenstot, Shawn Bury, Debbie Schultz, Missy Pearson, Julie Kloos, Timna Odegaard Third row: Jacinda Brinkman, Tiffany Garofalo, Brenda Million, Becky Rowan, Mary Wesley, Becky Kleinbaum, Julie Ward, Jill Berg- quist, Laura Duffee, Laura Turrittin, Stephanie I ntiedt, Stacy Shuneson, Steph- anie Biery, Sheila Johnson, Matt Kleinschmit, Matt Crain, Jeremy Rothstein Fourth row: Paul Krueger, Jim Halvorson, Debbie Cameron, Anja Merzweiler, Bridget Moher, Dawn Rydeen, Rob Wilhelm, Kyle Toavs, Kristin Lindeman, Dave Blehert, John French, Marc Weigle, Betsy Erbaugh, Mark Erbaugh, Brad Olson, Allison Schneider, Scott Harma, Melissa Labeck, Dan C ' ulhane, Marcus Johansen, Pat Nelson, Bruce Moreira, Eric Miller, Matt O ' Connell Fifth row: Kate Oberg, Joe Desannoy, Lori Johnson, Mark Olson, Jeremy Monahan, Jill Sonnichsen, Tim Landro. Janis Gandrud, Andy Hawes, Nate Conley, Chad Ostland, Erin Johnson, Kale Johnson, Josh Peskay, Stephanie Toering, Pat Tester man. Pete Meyer, Eric Gratias, Jeff Gottstein, Andy Toering, Zane Peter- sen, Jason Peattie, Misa Saros, Dave Langley, Steve Seeger, Bob DeVolk, Josh Elliasen, Jacob Knickerbocker. Not pictured: Kris Johnson, Kara Serie Marching Band and the Flags entertained the football fans at halftime. Left: Drum Major Reid Anderson ably directs the band from mid-field. Above: The trumpet section-deep in concentration. 69

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Jazz Symphonic Band The Armstrong Jazz En- semble consists of 21 mem- bers who enjoy performing music and working together to create the ultimate band. These dedicated musicians give up free mods, Monday evening, and leisure time to rehearse. This band is di- rected by Mr. French who helps develop their skills. In the spring they go out on tours, play at company and organization dinners, and participate in contests. In February they play at the Lake conference Jazz Fest, which this year was held at Osseo High School. Jazz Band; Row one: Matt Griggs, Steve Seeger, Josh Elliasen, Fred Grey, Jim Halvorson, Timna Odegaard, Mark Olson, Jeremy Rotthstein, Will Prigge, John French, Bob DeValk, Mark Weigle, Dave Blehert, Pete Meyer, Row two: Pat Testerman, Reid Anderson, Eric Gratias, Zane Petersen, Josh Peskay, James French (director). Far Right: Eric meditates at the vibes, while Dave heats up his horn. Right: Jazz band lets out their hot air at a cold winter Monday night rehearsal. Symphonic Band: Row one: Tinna Hung, Rachel Peat, Jenny Francis, Chrisy Johnson, Kris Johnson, Kate Oberg, Jenifer Meyer, Stephanie Untied, Betsy Erbaugh, Row two: Sue Levine, Jill Sonnichson, Sara Carlson, Shawn Bury, Lisa Francis, Kris Guttormson, C.T. Borowiak, Jim Halvorson, Paul Kreuger, Mark Olson, Debbie Cameron, Timna Odegaard, Row three: Bob DeValk, Janis Gandrud, Pete Meyer, Jeff Gove, Tom Gundermann, Dave Blehert, Misa Saros, Reid Anderson, Pat Testerman, Marc Weigle, Matt Griggs, Brigette Berlin, Steve Seeger, James French (director). Row four: Eric Gratias, Josh Peskay, Chad Juenke, Jeff Gottstein. Symphonic band is a group of talented students who are interested in music. Some of them are involved in other musical activities. The band is directed by Mr. French. The band officers are Tom Gundermann(pre- sident), Reid Anderson- (vice-president), Stephanie Untiedt(secretary), and Misa Saros(treasurer). They helped with the fundraiser, planned their spring trip, and represent the other band members. They gave two concerts. Band is defi- nitely a valuable class to take. Although it ' s a lot of hard work, practice, and time, it ' s rewards are great. 68

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Concert Wind Varsity Band The concert wind ensemble is a very spe- cial band. It is the second select band. It is the only band here that has people from all 4 grades in it. The director, Mr. Kloos, says they ' re a good band this year. They gave 4 concerts. They participated in the fundraiser and took a trip to outstate Minnesota. Their officers are Jeremy Rothstein (president). Jason Linehan (vice-president), Kris Linde- man (secretary), and Fred Gray (treasurer). Jeff researches for his Jungle Love ensemble. This is the first year there has been a varsi- ty band at Armstrong. It includes only fresh- men. The director, Mr. Kloos is proud of the band and thinks they have amazing potential. The band had four concerts this year, one in the fall, one in the winter, and two in the spring. The members of varsity band partici- pated in the fundraiser with the other band. This new group is a pleasant addition to the school and especially the concert schedule. Right: Remember rhythm and harmony Far Right: Let those notes blow out! Concert Wind Ensemble: Row one: Danielle Sadler, Nicole Hofstedt, Tamara Rubin, Kristin Hall, Julie Kloos, Anna Odegaard, Jenni Bach, Sheri Bradbury Row two: Alison Sholler, Stephanie Biery, Krista Roemer, Debbie Schultz, Jacinda Brinkman, Jason Linahan, Julie Potter, Tiffany Garofalo, Karen Cooper, Anja Merzwieler, Kristen Lindeman, Kari Eklund Row three: Scott Harma, Brad Olson, Eric Miller, Jason Peattie, Marcus Johansen, Brian Collins, Will Prigge, Joe Desannoy, Kale Johnson, Josh Eliasen. Row four: Erin Johnson, Jason Shapiro, Andy Hawes, Jeff Theide, Zane Petersen, DuWayne Kloos (director). VARSITY BAND: Row one: Valerie Bergman, Aniko Saros, Melissa LaBeck. ' sAngela Trinh, Kara Serie, Christy White, Jenny Gaetz, Belinda Blanchet, Donny Beauclaire Row two: Steve Bleriert, Dan Mehelich, Steve Hall, Jason Guiney, Matt Stenoin, Brenda Million, Pat Nelson, Matt Carin, Kirsten Peterson, Beth Untiedt, Melanie Bury, Jill Bergquist, Kim Donner, Jennifer Staubli, Row three: Jenni McKenna, Mark Erbaugh, Brandon Ruiter, Jeff Dessannoy, Chad Ostlund, Scott Peterson, Casey Lange, Dan Gottstein, Laura Turrittin, Nathan O ' Connor, Josh Rothstein, Jacob Knickerbocker, Marc Blehert. Row four: Stephanie Toering, Pat Hennesey, Joe Lunzer, Jack Smreaker, DuWayne Kloos (director) 70