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Whether in classrooms, concert halls, cars or homes
Jtrlors Lori Nea l and Jess i Schaffer practice
for a concert during orchestra class. The
Orchestra also went to Chicago to get a
taste of th e professional arts. PHOTo BY M ICHAEL H EL.l.MN'J
music changed the direction of life.
"I practice about two hours a week in addition to my
class at school and my hour-long private lesson. Even though
it takes a lot of my time, I hope it will pay off at concerts and
districts." sophomore orchestra student Kristin Rose sa id.
For many, a favorite thing about being involved in the
music program was getting to go on field trips.
"Last year the band went to Florida and played in a pa-
rade. That was really fun because it was a new experience"
sophomore Sean Severson said.
"This year the orchestra gets to go to Chicago, and that
will be really exiting. We get to play a concert and just visit the
city," Rose said.
The music programs helped some students feel as if they
belonged.
"Band creates so many opportunities for everyone who
is involved. I have made lifelong friends and also gained so
much knowledge about music." sen ior Audrey Tapprich sa id.
Music was an important part of life for many students
and provided opportunities that weren't otherwise possible.
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J\Jtlior.s- Tim Greenup, Corey Barnes ,
Brent Urhig and sophomore John
Claus practice for their band.
Splitl obe formed in the fall of 2000
and performed shows at the Asylum
and Ranch Bowl with other local
bands. PHOTO BY MICHAEL H EL.l.MN'J