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Show .THE WEST MOUNTAIN TIMES, NOVEMBER 26, 1981, PAGE SIX Early-morninBy guitar lessons start Whittier students smiling g REGINA COATS classes like these for the past seven years. Now the class moves from western WEST VALLEY CITY-- On a Thursday, or Friday morning music to the Christmas sounds of Silver Bells." Some of the guitars at Whittier Elementary. the school day starts a bale earlier than usual. At I make vaguely discordant sounds as a.m., the first mains of Red Riser their young owners struggle to move float down the hall ays, and their rebellious, tiny Lingers fast enough Vailey following the sound to ns source proses to keep up with the others. On the front row sits Marie Dissel, a interesting . Almost hidden aay on the stage of local mother. Her daughter, Tammy, e the school's room are strums on her right while son Jeramy, tenty-fis- e budding guitarists ta a on her left, tries to keep up with them. Weve been in the class since the sanety of sires, shapes, and ages. They squeeze into the makeshift music room day after Memorial Day." said Dissel. her ever they can find places. Some sit Has she made vast musical strides foron chairs, others on benches, desks, ward? cll. . she begins, then ubles. They are intent on their task. shrugs and laughs. She's enjoying herTheir Red River Valley rendition self, there's no doubt about that. Dissel is sadder than most sung sloly and a a volunteer parent who not only is carefully as students study their music learning to play the guitar, but also diligently. helps out with the class when Alder Now to B7. . .and back to the E, cannot be there. Student Tini Jensen, a Edgar Alder, 3821 Mandan Avenue, second year class member, also assists Magna, instructs. Eva. get ready," he Alder by helping the younger students says to one of the little faces known to learn. 1 him as Eva. Eva wheres your just believe music and schooling guitar? Eva?" go together," said Alder. He explained the class started several Alder walks the room with quiet control, going from student to student as years ago as a result of changes he saw he sings and strums, checking their occur in a young girl named Wendy fingering, and watching over their Nelson. "She was shy, very introverted in shoulders to follow their progress. The routine is a familiar one to Alder class," said Alder. But a fellow teacher He has volunteered his services to ook the time to teach Wendy to sing. multi-purpos- and it changed her. Alder watched Wendy blossom from a slow student in-:- o a great student. It made all the difference in the world when she learned about her talent. Influenced by these changes, Alder wanted to reach out to his own students m the same way. It was hard at first," said Alder. 'Music in the Granite elementary chools seemed to be dying out." The grade school choruses he grew up with had become a thing of the past. But, believing as he did that music played an important role in schooling, Alder organized a guitar class that has been popular with students ever since. 1 dont know how they come." he said, suggesting some probably walk while others' parents bring them. But the children come a full hour early to school an average of three times a week to participate. And theyre enthusiastic about it. The best students go on to private lessons," said Alder, who begins with a :lass of 3$ or so. The class is free to all participants, and Alder said some of the other schools in the district have begun similar programs. Every third week the kids get a chance to solo in class. During the holidays we get a lot of invitations for our advanced students to perform," said Alder. Students in the past have sung at the malls and the Governors banquet. They are also asked to sing in their own classrooms and occasionally for church functions or at funerals. I have one little girl who's ready for TV," said Alder. "Jody Hessling is quite accomplished. She was invited to perform in Europe last year." k hy does the program enjoy so much student participation? One has only to sit in on a session to see Alders enthusiasm for music is evident to his students. And if one still has questions, Whittier Elementarys principal and other teachers are more than willing to sing Alders praises. They concur that Alder is an excellent teacher and outstanding contributor to the school's curriculum. Learning to play the guitar is a family affair for the Ifisvd family. Marie Divvcl, Irfl, and her von, Jeramy, are learning along with daughter, laminy, not pictured. 7 r, at Whittier Elementary showed their lhanksgiving spirit by bringing cans of food to be distributed to needy families throughout the year, first Children ? rz Alder, the father of eleven children, plays the violin and trumpet as well as the guitar, and has been involved with a number of choruses. He is a graduate of the University of Utah. been coming early to participate la the classes held for the Terry Kiev and Serena Rollins. The Mikado Kennedy students prepare musical By TRUDY SKOGERBOE Tuna Cgntyoadnl WEST VALLEY CITY-Ken- nedy Junior High School students will Gilbert and present the Sullivan operetta The Mikado for the school and community this March. Students and teachers have already begun work on the scenery, music, lighting and sound for the musical. They are very excited to present this production. The Mikado Leads for have already been chosen. They are: Lenae Andersson and Judy Barnes, Prologue; Scott Coward and John Folsom, the Mikado; Mike Staker and Danny Olson, Nanki Poo; Jim Brey and Martin Robinson, Ko-KMark Turley and Jeff Berry, Pooh-BaRon Wilson and Lars Nordfelt, Pish Tush; Rima Clark and Kristin Simpson, Yum Yum; Susan Judkins, Catrina Crofts and Barbie Tygason, Pitti Sing; Lisa Crofts and ever-popul- ar o; h; Tiffany Horsely, Peep Bo; Vietta Ferguson, Kim Sweat and Ruby Drain, Katisha. The production staff for The Mikado" includes: Will Whitaker, producer; Porter Dutson, conductor; Jac Carsey, assistant conductor; Debbie Lowell Fet-ze- r, Johnson, pianist-organisstage director; Carol Weyrauch and Gordon Freeman, stage design; Hiatt, costume design; Sharilyn Clayton Nielsen, technical and lighting; Bob Barber and George Anthony, publicity; Raynard Slowman, stage Mr. business Haacke, manager; manager; Dr. Duzett, choreographer; Linda James, programs; Steven Stet-tle- r, photographer and recording director; Mr. Campbell, construction; Mr. Andelin, stage and scenery. Making up the student production staff in art design are: Maryjo Anderson, Dominic Bern ochoa, Brian Blight, Kent Cooke, Eric Davis, Grant t; Denham, Scott Fuell, Kaylinn Glad, Mike Hatfield, Monique Helphenstine, Chuck Kipp, Renae Musker, Floyd Pando, Marty Peterson, Juanita Pino, Mike - Peterson, Clefton Rawson, Gianmarco Rosborough, Jeff Rouha, Lisa Powell, Pat Velasquez, Greg Vose, Carlcne Wall; Bryan Weaver, Paul Winger, Jeff Harwood, Steve Woodbury, Stephanie Zito, Ron Vorshall, Lori Anderson, Billy Mondragon, Connie Bergstrom, Teresa Wagner, Sharia Bird, Lorrielee Colledge, David Bout, Amos Armijo, Bruce Coggins, Lisa Gledhill, Bryan Coggins, Brad Gutowski, Chris Giogliotti, Rockie Gledhill, Ben Higbee, Shawn Jacobsen, Rick McArthur, Jana Roundy and Todd Webb. These teachers and students have already and w:II continue to work long hours on this production. Thanks to them, "The Mikado" is guaranteed to be a great success. hf n graders Brad Y rales, Jana Cunningham, Lindi Prows, and Yerdun Martin were among those who participated. Showing their unique turkeys made of nylon Blockings stretched over wire hangers, with constraction paper dims feathers are graders from Kathy O'Tooles Magna PTSA will meet Thursday MAGNA The Cyprus High School PTSA will hold a general meeting Thursday, Dec. 10 at II a.m. in the COPE center at the high school, 8623 West 3000 South. Annual PTA business will be conduc- - tcd 81 at hittier Elementary School. From Irfl are Craig Crip-peNatalie Taylor, Kim Allred, Amy Philpot, Rebekah Homer, Steven Novasio, and Amy Jeppoa. W n, the meeting. A bylaws change t considered and a nominating commiltet elected. Lila Wright, PTA president, invites Cyprus High School patrons and PTA members to attend. GOOD FOR ONE FREE GAME! Angela Bed and friend enjoy the Webster School assembly. Brockbank school finds new faces By YICKY ADAMS Inna Corrtwondmi MAGNA Brockbank, for the past week, has had a few new facet on the grounds. Construction workers have been working to make our grounds more of a sight. They planted sod and trees out near our lunchroom. Pride week is here. There have been inny fun 8nd exciting activities for all students all this week. Parents and students will be given a wan88 split party by the PTSA. To iece,ve this the students have to raise c,r grade point average one half Mint. ly ire always E care of those many details that arise when death occurs. Just one call places our entire staff and facilities at your service. PJnvJ , fuas.O Gaaxan Astro Ids 1 Mooncresta XFooseball XPinballs Poo Table J4ome 8S25 West 2700 South, Magna Phone: 2502624 In The Levi shop 2660 South 7200 West i |