2005 Miracle Yearbook

Groups Whenever sweet and smooth tones reverberated through the Dixon Ministry Center, students could be sure that one of Cedarville's instrumental groups was nearby. Whether it was the Symphonic Band at the Pops Concert, the Brass Choir at Commencement,or the Jazz Band before chapel, the brass, woodwinds, and percussion instruments brought life to Cedarville events Of course,the instrumental groups played extensively off campus as well In February, the Jazz Band traveled to the Elmhurst College Jazz Festival in Chicago After driving all morning and resting for only two hours, they played four difficult sets. Senior Libby Reep said, "Mr. DiCuirci would only take a band that was top notch like we were this year. It's not something to sluff off The Jazz Band played songs like "Sing, Sing, Sing" and "Malaguena," as well as a newer,fun song called "Big Phat Band." The Symphonic Band and Brass Choir toured Michigan and Indianapolis, respectively, both playing special concerts and Sunday morning services in local churches Junior Emmett Robinson of the Brass Choir said, "Tours are usually strenuous, but still a lot of fun There are a lot of cool people in Brass Choir, and it's fun to play with other talented musicians." One of the Brass Choir's most memorable pieces this year included the Ewazen Symphony for Brass—a challenge for the musicians, but always well received by the band's audience. Although they did not tour, the Orchestra grew tremendously. Senior Rachel Talbott said,"We were able to come together like no other year I have been here, and we made some really great music." They played Beethoven's Fifth Symphony in its entirety, and enjoyed the experience and enthusiasm of many guest conductors. including Dr. Ferranti Talbott also noted, "It's always a ton of bin to meet new people, work together with your friends, and make a joyful noise." The Pep Band, while not part of the music department. also contributed to campus instrumental sounds John Harner, Adjunct Instructor of Music and trumpet player. directed the Pep Band Since students were not required to audition, the Pep Band was a great activity for students who did not have enough time for one of the other instrumental groups or who simply wanted more playing time focused on fun music French horns bolster the band's sound while bass cla Senior french horn player Sam Oltz noted, "It's incred beautfilful music. It's almost like dating." rovide a subtle ostenato foundation for the melodY. Dr. ow such different elements come together to make S The woodwinds add an ethT to the band's perfo in April. Junior flutist Karen Alenskis nted,"Band tour this encouraging to minister to others with music Symphonic Band shared their music on tour was short and fast paced,but it was fun and 208 Ministries Professor Charles Pagnard leads the Brass Choir through th complex Ewazen Symphonyfor Brass. The Brass Choir apprecia)id the chance to take this piece and others on tour across Indiana in November, et players Brett Fisher and Pr Andrew Nicholl articulate a difficult a sage during a Brass ChoirDe ncert. Brett's pocket trumpet De dded astounding flourishes to Di already impressive music.