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ORCHESTRA Music finds its outlet of expression in many ways on the Hill from the juke box in the grille to the National Sym- phony concert. Another part of its expression can be found in the college Orchestra and Band. Under the able direction of Mr. Kersey, our John Philip Sousa of WMC, the Band has progressed steadily upward in quality and quantity during the past few years. In the rain of October or the brisk cold of November, the big brass sound of "Win Western Maryland" serves as a spark to chilled fans and team members. This year produced a further wave of enthusiasm with the drive for new uniforms, which will hopefully improve the appearance of our "ragtime" Band. Led by an energetic president, Mary Ellen Heggan, by gung-ho Gary Crowell, and with the help of many in- terested groups, the Band sold candy bars at 80,000 calories each and urged various money-making projects in support of the cause. Larger, louder, and hoping to someday be lovelier-the Western Maryland Marching Band! The college Orchestra also showed promise and artistic skill this year under the faithful direction of Mr. Royer as they presented their annual concert in Alumni Hall. From classical to pop hits, the Orchestra showed that quality is not necessarily dictated by size. In the spring, the student conductors tried their hand at conducting and proved as adept at waving: a stick as they were with their instruments. Orchestra Members: Y. Brehm D. Christhilf M.OeHaven E. Gardiner (concerl,master) F. Grosbayne J.Holthaus F. Laird L.Nelson Miss Perry Mr. Royer (conductor)