March 30, 2007 - Vol. 35 Issue 11
Music students critiqued
By Laura Watts, so.
Reporter
Band and choir members have been competing and preparing for
upcoming events this semester.
“We still have a lot of work to prepare for contest and concert season,”
said Shelby Huddleston, band and choir instructor.
The band and choir performed at Neosho County Community College in the Tri-Valley
League Festival on March 17.
Although they were not given ratings, the judges gave the groups feedback
on what to improve before other contests.
“Both the band and choir did great,” said Huddleston.
“The band judge worked with the students for an hour improving their
overall sound.”
Several instructors from different colleges have been working with the band
and choir. College instructors have also visited with students about continuing
their music after high school.
Virtuosos.
PHOTO BY KRIS BROWN
Choir members sing in front of Gary Tebbets, the choir
director at Allen County
Community College. They will be performing tomorrow
as an ensemble at the Regional
Music
Festival at ACCC. Tebbets had the choir practice their competition songs, and
then helped them to improve their sound so they can get a good rating at their
contest.
“I like that Mr. Huddleston brings college instructors
here,” said Katie Hauser, sr. “It gives us a chance to hear someone
else’s point of view.”
Tremon Kizer from Coffeyville Community College has visited the band students
twice and worked with them.
Duane Bierman, the band instructor at Allen County Community College, spent
a class period working with the band students and Gary Tebbets, choir director
at ACCC, has visited the choir as well.
“The instructors really explained the meaning of the music,” said
Kristin Castle, so. “They really critiqued us, but I think we all enjoyed
it.”
Regionals will be Saturday at Iola. The choir will compete as a group, and
Alexis Hosack, fr., will perform a solo.
State Large Ensemble for band will be on April 19 at Pittsburg.
The spring concert will be held on May 11 at the bandstand on the square as
part of a sesquicentennial event.
News Briefs
Forensics travels to Madison
By Daniel Weilert, jr.
News Editor
Seven forensics participants traveled to Madison on March 10.
Out of the seven members who attended, two placed in their events.
Chelsy Wright, sr., placed first in Interpretation of Poetry and sixth place
in Interpretation of Prose. Wright qualified to compete at State in poetry.
“I feel really confident and comfortable with my pieces,” said
Wright.
Alexis Hosack, fr., placed fourth in Interpretation of Prose.
“The team has improved a lot since the beginning of the season,”
said Hosack. “Not everyone has broken finals, but they have been getting
more quality points with each performance.”
Other participants at Madison were Todd Hauser, so., Mary Hauser, fr., Emily
Hauser, jr., Bret Hauser, fr., and Devin West, fr.
The next Forensics meet is scheduled for April 21. It will be the Regional
Festival. The State contest will be on May 5.
Neely to compete at State
By Katie Hauser, sr., and Melissa
Splechter, jr.
Editor-in-Chief and Reporter/Photographer
Just like other events, students participating in FCCLA competitions
can qualify for State. Glendolyn Neely, fr., did that on Feb. 14 by placing
first in her recitation and interpretation of the FCCLA creed. She will be
traveling to Wichita on Monday to compete in the event at the State level.
Then, on April 3, other members of FCCLA will travel to Wichita to participate
in the FCCLA State Leadership Showcase sessions and listen to speakers. The
conference offers members the opportunity to gain recognition, become inspired
by motivational speakers and network with other members across the state.
“I think the speakers will give good speeches,” said Sara Staggs,
jr. “They will be very influential.”
Artists prepare for shows
By Katie Hauser, sr.
Editor-in-Chief
Art students have been using their skills to create entries
for upcoming art shows. The first one of the year will be next Thursday, April
5, at Labette County High School.
“I think we will do well,” said Hilary Barlett, sr.
They will also compete at the Tri-Valley League Art Festival on April 18 in
Yates Center.
Sophomores can tour KSU
By Katie Hauser, sr.
Editor-in-Chief
K-State is offering a “For Sophomores Only” experience of campus life in conjunction with its open house on April 13 and 14. Sophomores will meet other students, participate in a “virtual college” session, learn about K-State, and participate in social events. Parents can learn about admissions, financial aid and scholarships. Hotel rooms are available at a special price for participants. For more information, call toll free 1-800-600-2586.
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