St Marys College - Dial Yearbook (St Marys, KS)

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MUSIC GLEE CLUB. Top row. left to right: Hugh Burke. Carl Haight, Walter Loft us. Jim Collins, Edward Byrnes, Edward Gronc. Thomas Huddy, Joseph Wade, Leo Schmitt. Jack Rose. Bottom row: Kenneth Kirker. William Neff, Louis Mueller. Mr. Walsh. S. J., Prof. Den Haerynck. Mus. D.. Thurman .inn, William Smyth, John Brown.

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 MUSIC THE BAND One of the most important musical organizations at S. M. C. this year was the Band. The two regular weekly practices of the twenty-eight musicians may be said to be greatly responsible for one of the snappiest bands ever heard here. The new marches and overtures were rendered with a truly martial spirit. Last autumn it was always on hand for the gridiron battles and led the “Fighting Irish,” to the field amid the cheers and applause of the student body. The concerts and other events that mark the endeavors of the Band arc numerous. The American Legion’s program for Armistice day. November 11. was embellished by many spirited marches. As we look into next year with hopes that it mav be as fruitful as this, we arc stirred with a feeling of regret that Paul Jacks will leave us by graduation. The Rev. Moderator. Fr. A. R. Kuenzel, and Prof. Ghysbrecht, Mus. D.. the able Director of this organization, are, in no small measure, responsible for the Band’s striking success. The fine spirit of cooperation and the interest on the part of the musicians, made possible the many long to be remembered concerts. An enviable record has been left behind by the band Organization for 1922-23. S. M. C. Band on way to Kansas City, May, 1923, to take part in Rotary Club’s Boys Parade. One Hundred Four THE COLLEGE ORCHESTRA. The excellent concerts offered by the College Orchestra in the past year have in every way kept up the lofty standard of former years. Many of the old time musicians were back to fill their respective positions, along with a host of new musical talent. Rev. A. R. Kuenzel, as Moderator, and Prof. Ghysbrecht, Mus. D., as Director, have by their untiring efforts, formed its thirty-three members into an organization worthy of the traditions of our Alma Mater. The orchestra was much ifi evidence at the various entertainments in the auditorium and added greatly to the interest of the gatherings. The many marches from Sousa, the overtures such as “Caliph of Bagdad.” by Boieldien. and “Light Cavalry,” by von Suppe, bespeak the ability and talent of this musical body. The smaller groups that make up this organization are deserving of special comment. The Violin Solos by Thomas O’Meara, the Violin Duet by Louis Mueller and William Pielstickcr and the Flute Solos by David Basham, formed special features of the Orchestra’s programs and were accorded a hearty reception. The violin competition reflected much credit on Prof. Ghysbrecht. Steigcrwald. whose playing was broadcasted by the St. Louis Post Dispatch, March 13, speaks volumes for the excellence of the Professor’s teaching ability. DIAL ANJNIUAL.

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 E= Sg THE COLLEGE GLEE CLUB. Through the years the St. Mary's Glee Club has maintained an excellent standard and this year has been no exception. The first week in October, 1922, Mr. Walsh, S. J., as Moderator, and Prof. Den Hacrynck, Mus. D.. as Director, sat in judgment, which resulted in the selection of a club of twenty songsters. Two practices were held weekly and valuable voice training was received. Two concerts were given and the many numbers presented, were a fine exhibition of the young men’s musical talent and ability. The Choir, made up of the Glee Club and the Special Choir, consisting of eight members selected from the Glee Club and forming a double quartet, arc worthy of the highest praise because of the impressive music prepared for the numerous ceremonies in the Immaculata. The endeavors of the Chapel Choir and tho solemn and affecting Vocal Ducts by Jack Rose and Thurman Zinn, demonstrated the power of song to promote devotion. The work of the Glee Club was not confined to the concerts given during the year. On many occasions individual members revealed their competency by rendering solos as part of the many entertainments. All in all the Glee Club has had a very successful year, one that had the approval and met with the support of all. The achievements of the Club and the judicious selection of good music, give eminence to the inspiring efforts of the Director, Prof. Den Hacrynck, Mus. D. VIOLIN CONTEST RECITAL On the evening of April IS, four members of the Violin classes of Prof. Arthur P. Ghysbrecht met in public contest for the first gold medal ever given at St Mary’s in recognition of proficiency in the art of music. W. Hayden Jones, Louis R. Mueller, Thomas O’Meara, and William F. Piclsticker presented in turn Rodc’s Concerto in E Minor with another selection in addition as required by the rules of the contest. The prize, so generously offered by Professor Ghysbrecht, will be given to the winner, Thomas O’Meara, on Commencement Day. DIAL ANNUAL Cite Hundred Six