Scotch Plains Fanwood High School - Culmen Yearbook (Scotch Plains, NJ)

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Mr. Bangert, the Lawrence Welk of SPFH5. -X el, xi ssc, X Mr. Checchio directs the orchestra during A Night of Music. 55 ' ' 97 Nlght of MUSIC Greatly strengthened by a very capable string section, the Orchestra displayed a high standard of quality this year. Both classical and contem- porary selections were studied and performed as to present a well-rounded view of music. Directed by Mr. Joseph Checchio, full orchestra met twice a week to prepare for a presentation of Christmas music for the Two Worlds organi- zation, and performances at the Night of Music concert, an assembly, and at Glassboro State College for an exchange of methods and musical interpretation with other high school orchestras. l've finally conquered chopsticks! Lynda Schiff. Big Band Sound Lives in Moonglowers Under the direction of Mr. Roger Ban- gert, the Moonglowers have remained one of the most popular and acclaimed dance bands in the local area. Practicing many hours during and after school, the Moon- glowers have achieved a sound that is com- parable to that of the Big Band Era. This year's busy schedule included accom- paniment at the Miss Union County Pageant and the performing at the Student Council Convention, a P.T..A. dance, and at their annual concert entitled, A Night of Music. Of particular interest for band members was the opportunity to perform with Warren Covington in early March and an invitation to the New England Jazz Festival in Boston..

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AH, Santa, please let us sit on your lap! Sue Checchio, Jeff Santa Welaish, and Judy Mandel. Santa's Shop Sets Scene for Holiday Dance A refreshing pause in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season was provided by the annual Student Council Holiday Dance. As couples arrived, traditional holiday music was heard outside the lobby entrance. Inside the cafeteria, which was transformed into a child's dream of Santa's Workshop, they were greeted by Santa Frank Murano and his iolly elves. Decoration highlights included a three-dimensional toy train, iack- in-the-box and papier mache airplane. When not dancing to the music of Art Lillian and his group, couples socialized at tables set up outside the cafeteria. i S S Sue Putnam feels relieved that the dance decorations are finally completed. But Judy, l can't feed 200 people on ONE pot roast! Mrs. Mandel and Judy Mandel.