The Podium - November 1969 by Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma

The Official Publication of KAPPA KAPPA PSI National Honorary

Band Fraternity

TAU BETA SIGMA National Honorary

Band Sorority

NOVEMBER, 1969

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NATIONAL OFFICERS

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GRAND PRESIDENT

James A. Jacobsen, Music Department, Texas Christian University, Ft. Worth, Texas 76192

Tau Beta Sigma

GRAND FIRST VICE-PRESIDENT PUBLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

PUBLICATION DEADLINE

Richard A. Worthington, Band Office, University of

News articles must be typewritten, doublespaced. Photographs must have caption attached. All individuals in group pictures

October 10-November Issue

Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701

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GRAND SECOND VICE-PRESIDENT

Thomas Tyra, Music Department, Eastern Michigan Uni versity, ypsilanti, Michigan 48197

must be identified.

Mail all materials to: THE PODIUM, c/o Robert H. Rubin, 302 Crutchfield Hall, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma 74074

GRAND SECRETARY-TREASURER

Melbern W. Nixon, Music Department, Kansas State Teachers College, Emporia, Kansas 66801

ORGANIZATIONAL DIRECTOR, NATIONAL INTER-

CONTENTS

COLLEGIATE BANDS

F. Lee Bowling, 1001 East Oxford Lane, Cherry Hills

SPECIAL ARTICLES C

Village, Englewood, Colorado 80110

"Big 50" Convention Tau Beta Sigma National Officers 1969-70 Grand Council Officers

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MEMBER-AT-LARGE

TRUSTEES: Floren Thompson, Jr., Chairman, Portales, New

Richard Felix, 1414 South McAllister, Tempe, Arizona 83281

Founders Reception

Mexico; Jack K. Lee, Tucson, Arizona; Leon l^rris,

Miss Colorado District III President First Man on the Moon

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Frank Martin, Stillwater, Oklahoma.

Gamma Upsilon Reactivation University of Massachusetts, New Chapters for KK4^/TBZ

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Wayland Baptist Joins Kappa Kappa Psi Delta Gamma Installed at Oregon Delta Alpha Installment at Langston University

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Cloyce A. Stokes, Adams State College, Alamosa,

William A. Euren, North Dakota State University,

District IX Conference

Melbern W. Nixon, Kansas State Teachers College,

Tau Beta Sigma Monument Unveiled 14th Annual Intercollegiate Band Gamma Sigma Dedicates Show

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Lubbock, Texas; Wayman Walker, Greeley, Colorado; A.

DISTRICT GOVERNORS (serving temporary assignments) I II

Jay Slaughter, Ricks College, Rexburg, Idaho Jack K. Lee, University of Arizona, Tucson, Ariz. Colo.

Fargo, N. Dakota Emporia, Kansas

Harold L. Hillyer, University of Texas El Paso, El Peso, Texas

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Roy A. Johnson, Purdue University, Lafayette, Ind. Robert E. Foster, University of Florida, Gainesville,

Budd A. Udell, West Virginia University, Morgantown,

Fla.

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TAU BETA SIGMA

NATIONAL OFFICERS NATIONAL PRESIDENT

FEATURES

Member-at-Large Keeping Pace Last Word (almost)

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Mrs. Ladine B. Housholder, 6520 32nd North, Falls Church, Virginia 22046 NATIONAL FIRST VICE-PRESIDENT

Miss Dolores Roscello, JEB Stuart Jr. High School, Jack sonville, Florida 32210

NATIONALSECOND VICE-PRESIDENT

Miss Sharon E. Lebsack, 620 South 29th Avenue, Apt. 203, Hattiesburg, Mississippi 39401 NATIONAL SECRETARY

Miss Lydene Hovance, 428 Silver Oaks Drive, Kent, Ohio

PAST NATIONAL OFFICERS KAPPA KAPPA PSI HONORARY GRAND PRESIDENTS: William A. Scroggs (Alpha) 1947; William D. Revelli (Nu) 1949; A. Frank Martin (Alpha) 1965 KAPPA KAPPA PSI PAST GRAND PRESIDENTS: A. Frank Martin (Alpha)-

•Scott P. Squyres (Delta); J. Lee Burke (Eta); ♦Bohumil Makovsky (Alpha); ♦Oscar L. Lehrer (Delta); •J. B. Vandaworker (Alpha Beta); •John E. Howard

(Mu); William R. Wehrend (Delta); •Francis R. Todd (Upsilon); F. Lee

Bowling (Alpha lota); Max A. Mitchell (Alpha); W. Theodore Jonw (Alpha Zeta); Hugh E. McMillan (Alpha lota); Charles A. Wiley (Gamma Zeta)Donald I. Moore (Beta Alpha); Ronald D. Gregory (Alpha Zeta); Manley r'

Whitcomb (Gamma Nu); Floren Thompson, Jr. (Beta Lambda); Jack K. Lee

(Omega); Jay L. Slaughter (Gamma Beta); Wayman E. Walker (Alpha Theta) ♦Deceased

TAU BETA SIGMA PAST NATIONAL PRESIDENTS: Doris Ragsdale (Beta)-

Suzanne Wetmore (Gamma); Dorothy A. Nichols (Delta); Francis M Lumly (Alpha); Norma E. Parrish (Beta); Janet W. Miller (lota); Paula Reed (Upsilon)Barbara Trautwein (Chi); Sybil 1. Snyder (Alpha Mu); Josephine Walker (Alpha Alpha); Mary Lu Brooks (Upsilon); Patsy D. Hejl (Beta Gamma). BALFOUR—"Official Jewelers"

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NATIONAL TREASURER

Miss Carol Blain, 1615 Childress Street, Wellington, Texas 79095

TRUSTEES: Mrs. James Jacobsen, Chairman, Ft. Worth, Texas; Mrs. Thomas Tyra, Ypsilanti, Michigan; Miss Mary Lu Brooks, Kirtland, New Mexico; Mrs. Floren Thompson, Jr., Portales, New Mexico; Mrs. Patsy D. Hejl, Austin, Texas; Mrs. Grace F. Martin, Stillwater, Okla homa.

DISTRICT 1971) I Mrs. 11 Mrs. III Mrs. IV Mrs. VI Mrs. VII Mrs. VIII Miss IX Mrs.

COUNSELORS

(Serving the biennium, 1969-

David Chugg, Ricks College, Rexburg, Idaho

Jack K. Lee, University of Arizona, Tucson, Ariz. Floren Thompson, Portales, New Mexico

Roger Sorenson, Fargo, N. Dakota Patsy D. Hejl, Austin, Texas Thomas Tyra, Ypsilanti, Michigan Jean Foster, Tallahassee, Florida

Natalie S. Hartzell, Man^ield, Pennsylvania

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"BIG SO"

CONVENTION A SUMMARY

Fiftieth Anniversary celebrations don't

of the National Intercollegiate Bands and

"just happen," and the kind of warm and their soloists. All the ingredients were hospitable welcome that awaited Conven tion delegates and participants in Stillwater was the result of much hard

advance planning, concentrated effort and perspiration. Although the Alpha

Chapters could draw on the resources of

The Convention was formally opened at 9:40 Monday morning, when the Joint

Opening Session was gaveled into order present for convention and NIB partici by Alpha Chapter convention coordinator pants to take back to their respective Elbert Wells. Following an invocation by home Chapters a rare and rich experience. Executive emeritus A, Frank Although in great part generated by these Martin, theSecretary convention was introduced to people themselves, a great measure of this experience was provided for us by the the various Council members in atten

dance and to their hosts, the members of

those who had planned for and partici

dedicated and responsible hosts of the

pated in a similar occasion twenty-five years ago, every effort in hosting so

Alpha Chapters. Activities at the Golden Anniversary

important an occasion in our fraternal life

Convention began on Sunday afternoon,

welcome were extended by both Dr. Robert Kamm (Alpha),President of Okla

was channeled towards meeting the now

August 17, when both registration and

homa State, and Dr. Max Mitchell

needs of the "Now Generation."

And meet them they did! No one who

was present at the "Big Fifty" can forget the tremendous feeling of heightened fraternalism, the meaningful personal contacts with the Fraternity's history and the tremendous pride in accomplishment displayed by the only organizations which for a half-century have been

exclusively representing the students in

Alpha and OSU administration. Words of

NIB auditions officially opened the (Alpha), head of the OSU Music Depart Convention. Registration was carried on ment and a past Grand President of simultaneously in the beautiful new OSU A proclamation was read from the honor Student Union convention wing, in the able Governor Dewey Bartlett, making lobby of the Union Club Hotel on cam the week of August 17-22 "KK4' Week in pus, and in the foyer of the two Oklahoma, in recognition of a halfair-conditioned dormitories reserved for century of outstanding service to Convention use by OSU authorities. American music!" Separate sessions followed, with the Auditions went much smoother than ever before, thanks to the implementation of seating of Delegates and proxies the first

the university band. It was one of the most smoothly-run, well-organized and perfectly-situated conventions in the fraternity's history. The setting that the OSU Student Union

the Council of Past Grand President's

order of business for each national

recommendations, and placement in both the Symphonic and Concert Bands was accomphshed in record time.

society. Committees were then appointed and opening business taken care of, in

provided, with the possible exception of rehearsal facihties, was outstanding, and the many services provided by OSU Con vention Bureau personnel proved invaluable as the five-day meeting pro gressed. Over 500 people attended the various sessions of the week-long convention,and a standing-room only crowd of some

of constant activity as the many Chapter displays were set up and kept in opera tion during lulls in other Convention

members of the combined Grand and

activities. Over thirty schools were rep resented by displays, and the many

Chairmen of both Boards of Trustees, determined that the facts of the grave

audio-visual presentations were both a

situation which both national organiza

1,500 applauded the superb performances

existing electrical facilities.

The "Oklahoma Room" was the scene

preparation for an extraordinary second joint session that afternoon.

This special session was called by the National Councils, who,together with the

delight to the eye and a constant worry tions faced should be made completely to the Student Union electrician, who available to the membership present. This had not anticipated so great a use of decision was made following a fuU report

by the Executive Secretary and the

manner in which they had been kept

tional "Ask National" session in the

financial position. The circumstances informed of the situation. The meeting surrounding the alleged embezzlement of was closed by the reading of a resolution funds, defalcation of the National Office by the combined councils commending accounts, falsification of financial reports the Executive Secretary and Mrs. Hickover an extended period of time; the man of the National Office, and

afternoon helped to clarify many National Office procedures, and provided the membership with an open forum to

National Office auditor of our current

talk about any and all phases of fraternal activity. Expansion materials received

subsequent as-yet-unexplained gunshot expressing full confidence in their efforts death of the principal party involved in on behalf of both organizations. A stand the investigation; several arson attempts ing vote of confidence was then tendered at the National Office; and threats made

Mr. Rubin by the delegates and Conven

on the persons of the Executive Secretary

tion participants present, and the session was adjourned. One of the most extraordinary dis

and his family—aU called for an immedi ate and full disclosure of whatever facts were available at the time.

plays of fraternahsm ever seen climaxed the session, when Past Grand President J.

Lee Burke (Eta) led a score of others in pledging additional monies to replenish the Fraternity-Sorority Trust Funds. Both accounts had been sorely depleted to meet the expenses of this Convention and of the National Office in the period between the discovery of the defalcation and the opening of the Convention. At later business sessions of both the Frater

nity and Sorority, additional pledges were received by various Chapters. When at Fraternity Shrine (I to r, in order of service redeemed, they will put the commission to Fraternity) A. Frank Martin, J. Lee Burke, ing program of the KK^ and TBS back William Wehrend, F. Lee Bowling, Max Mit chell, W. Theodore Jones, Donald 1. Moore, on safe ground, and provide the needed Floren Thompson, Jr., Jack K. Lee, Jay Slaugh funds to undergird the many other ter. national programs of both societies. These facts were given at this special Monday's crowded schedule also in session, along with an explanation of the cluded the taking of NIB and Convention various steps Mr. Rubin had taken to delegate photos and NIB rehearsals under preserve the reputation of the National the batons of Norman Dello Joio and Office with both our local creditors and immediate past Grand President Jay our national suppliers. He also presented Slaughter. A "Howdy Dance" sponsored in detail all those steps taken to insure by the Alpha Chapters provided the right the continued operation of vital office kind of get-acquainted mixer, and helped functions in preparation for the National delegates and conventioneers meet and Convention. This two-hour session was greet both old and new friends in prepara highlighted by a detailed explanation of tion for the rest of the week's activities. the reconstruction of missing records by And the activities to come were our auditor, Mr. E. T. Schauer, the legion! Tuesday morning's sessions were possibihties of additional discrepancies preceeded by a fantastic cornet clinic and the answering of questions by both conducted by Dr. Leonard Smith, worldPast Grand Presidents attending Convention

Mr. Schauer and Mr. Rubin. Members of both Councils added comments on the

famed cornet virtuoso and soloist with the NIB Concert Band. The' now-tradi

Past Grand President ring being awarded to Wayman E. Walker by Donald I. Moore.

great interest at this particular session, and you will be happy to learn that such sessions will be continued at each of the

several district meetings in the spring. Two panel discussions on "Image Problems of a Fraternal Society Within the Band" and "The Place of a House in

the Fraternity" were chaired by members of the National and Grand Council in the

afternoon. Simultaneously, workshop presentations were given on such weighty

subjects as "Pledging" and "Chapter Officers Duties." Each session was well-

attended and produced the many answers to many questions which have lain in the back of member's minds for some time.

Mr. Dennis Reynolds of Heritage Press was also present to conduct a workshop on writing for The Podium. Having been affihated with the magazine for over five years, he was able to give members present much valuable advice, the fruits of which appear in many articles of this issue.

Wednesday and Thursday were used by conventioneers for business sessions,

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I National Intercollegiate Concert Band;Jay Slaugitter, Conductor, Leonard Smith, Soloist.

caucuses, outings, sight-seeing and ing Arts, now under co^nstruction on the OSU campus and scheduled for comple

committee business. Higldighting the two middle days of the convention were the "Swim-In" at the new OSU outdoor pool,

tion by the fall of 1970.

and an Oklahoma Bar-B-Que on the lawn

were being treated to a preview of fall

surrounding Theta Pond. Thursday afternoon, the Fraternity honored its founders when a special reception was held to recognize five of the ten men who helped estabUsh KKT' in 1919. Present were WiUiam A. Scroggs of San Diego, the founder and Charter

fashions, courtesy of Bonney's of Stdlwater and the Alpha Chapter of

Member number 1 of the Fraternity; A. Frank

Martin of Stillwater, Charter

Member number 2; Carl Stevens of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Charter Member number 6;

George (Ashur) Hendrickson of Dear born, Miclrigan, Charter Member number 9; and Ira H. Nelson of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Charter Member number 10.

Also present for the occasion were a number of Alpha alumni, including L. M. Calavan of Wichita, Kansas, one of the

Fraternity's first pledges. Some ten Past Grand Presidents, three Executive Secre

At the same time, the ladies of TBS

Oklahoma State. Their fashion show and tea was followed by the honorary initia

tion into the Sorority of Miss Barbara Buehlman, recipient of the TBS "Out standing Bandswoman Award." These ceremonies, presided over by members of the National Council, were performed in conjunction with members of the Gamma

west. Donald 1. Moore, director emen'tus

of the Baylor University Band, received the Fraternity's highest accolade when he was awarded a "Distinguished Service to Music Medal" in the category, Alumni Achievement.

Rho Chapter at Eastern Michigan Univer A standing-room only audience filled the Ballroom of the OSU Student Union

Thursday evening, when the National

Intercollegiate Bands presented their Grand concert. Applause filled the room time and time again in appreciation for

the efforts of Mr. Dello Joio, Dr. Smith, and the members of the two finest con cert organizations ever assembled under

student officers all had a chance to meet

Fraternity and Sorority auspices. The

cornerstone of a great organization's forward progress.

Medal" in the category Artist Performer during the intermission and shortly before the NIB Symphonic Band performed. Also honored at this time was "one of the Fraternity's own," a past Grand President and for many years a leading music educator, clinican, guest conductor and composer in the south

sity.

taries, many District Governors and

and greet these men, who formed the

the "KKT' Distinguished Service to Music

premiere performance of Songs of Abelard with vocal solo by Brother T. N. Retif

(Beta Gamma) was enthusiastically re

Higlilighting the reception was the presentation to Oklahoma State Univer-

ceived and has since been called "another in a long list of outstanding contributions sity of a bronze bust of Prof. Bohumil by the Fraternity and "snmrVtv

Makov^ky, former Head of the OSU college band tepe^o^--SriLrtli!'

SlS,Af

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Music Department and the man who the of Dr. Smith's post-horn will lone be

Fraternity was founded to honor: "The remembered by StUlwater audiences, who Friday, August 22 brought with it the Guiding Spmt of Jh® artist, gave lum a standing ovation of several closing sessions of the Convention with redrew Andrew Ixster Lester of of San San Bernadino, Bernadino, made made minutes minutes duration duration during during the concert concert. the bLnce of the day spent in hearing the presentation, the presentation, which which was was formlly formally Climaxing the concert were the pre pre- final committee reports in separate Chmaxing accepted by accepted by Dr. Dr. Max Max MitcheU Mitchell of of OSU. OSU. The bust will wiU rest rest in m aa suitable suitable place place in in

sentation of the Fraternity's two highest sessions and then meeting in iomt awards to honored members of the music Session lo choose the site of the 1971 the new new Seretean Seretean Center Center for for the the PerformPerform- profession. Dr. Leonard Smith received Convention. After strong presentations the

National Intercollegiate Symphonic Band; Norman DelloJoio, Guest Conductor, T.N. Retif Soloist

by members of the Chapters at Texas • present-day Alpha Chapters, for their efforts to make this special anniversary convention so very special, indeed.

Technological University, the University of Connecticut and the University of Michigan, the Convention balloted and determined to meet in Ann Arbor for the

Sorority's Silver Anniversary. To our Brothers and Sisters of Lambda and Nu

were extended full support and an enthu siastic response to making the 1971 meeting a meaningful one.

Chapter Achievement was noted by the awarding to the University of Mass achusetts delegate of the Janet W. Miller Trophy, while the delegate from Texas Christian University received the A. Frank Martin award for having come the

bieimium in a row. Lambda representat ives were given the 1969 trophy by its donor, WUham A. Scroggs, founder and first member of the Fraternity.

farthest distance to attend the Conven-

A short reception to meet the national tion-from Tripoli, North Africa! Chapter officers served as prelude to the Conven distance awards were won by Eastern tion Banquet and Ball in the Grand Ballroom of the

Student Union that

evening. Over 450 delegates and guests attended the affair, which has tradition

ally served as the most appropriate time

Michigan University of KKW and the University of Arizona of TBS,for having

"come the farthest with the mostest."

The awards for having largest delegations in attendance at the Convention were

to recognize the many efforts and

given to Beta Sigma of TBS and Lambda

efforts and interest of various District Governors and Counselors in attendance

NIB participation was given to the Uni versity of Colorado, who had missed out

was also recognized with specially pre

on theirs for the 1947 NIB. The Univer

pared gifts from the National organizations, presented by Mrs. Hejl and Mr. Walker. A special presentation to Mr. Herman Ziemer (Delta), Executive Secre tary of the Fraternity from 1937-39 was also made by Mr. Rubin on behalf of the

sity of Arizona was designated the recipient of the 1969 Golden Anniversary NIB trophy, and representatives of both

of KKW. The Burke Trophy for the best achievements of our members over the year. The long and faithful stewardship of Chapter display was again won by the Mrs. Hejl and Mr. Walker as national Purdue University Chapters, who received presidents of the Sorority and Fratemity it from the hands of its donor. Dr. J. Lee were acknowledged when they were Burke. The first of two separate trophies for presented with Past Presidents rings. The

schools received their awards from the

donor. Dr. F. Lee Bowling. The first of two special happenings of National Office. the evening came with the presentation of One of the highlights of the evening the "Top Ten Chapter" certificates for was the introduction of the five Charter both the Fraternity and the Sorority. The members of the Alpha Chapter and their Alpha Delta Chapter of Ohio University wives. Commemorative plaques were was named recipient of the Sorority's presented to each man present, and "Chapter Achievement Award," while the others are being sent to those who could Lambda Chapter of the University of not be with us. Also recognized by the Arkansas received the "Founders Trophy National Office were the members of the for Chapter Leadership" for the second

Norman Dello Joio during a rehearsal session with the Symphonic Band.

The second climax of the evening was the presentation to the Convention of a dedicatory poem by the Fraternity's "Parhamentarian Extraordinaire," Dr. J.

Lee Burke (Eta). This poem, commis sioned by the Executive &cretary for the occasion, brought home to the members present the essence of the organization

they had come to honor. Reprints of

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Purdue University Chapters gathered around

Chapter Display Trophy and other awards garnered at Convention.

University of Colorado receives recognition

for outstanding achievement in NIB partici pation in 1947, when no trophy was available. Dr. Bowling makes the presentation. 1

Lambda Chapter of University of Arkansas, second-time winner of the Founders Trophy

for Chapter Achievement. Chapter officers shown with donor of trophy, William A.

Norman Dello Joio and T. N. Retif check music

during a recording session for the NIB.

Scroggs.

Photos by Bob Dimery and Elton Nixon.

Charter Members and their commemorative

plaques. (I to rj William A. Scroggs, A. Frank Martin, Carl Stevens, Asher Hendrickson, Ira Nelson.

what was a "show-stopper" are now avail able. But no one present will ever forget the delivery of those words, words which crystalhzed for all present what it was that we had come to do in Stillwater.

The Awards Banquet and Ball brought to a close a convention that will surely go

down in the Fraternity and Sorority's history as having been the most meaning ful and most productive in our history. It

was surely the most representative and the hardest-working, with monumental r

Omega Oiapters of the University of Ariz ona receive the Bowling Award for National Intercollegiate Band participation in 1969, with donor. Dr. Bowling.

tasks to face and some crucial issues to

decide. In terms of fraternal spirit, how

ever, it was perhaps the greatest of any

preceeding it. In the words of one of its participants: "...the banquet centered on love, respect and a tribute to the memory of Boh which reached a new

peak of excellence. As the days pass and the convention events fall into perspec

tive, the most impressive single feature was the instant and uniform closing of

Alpha Delta Chapter of Ohio University, winners of the Sorority Chapter Leadership Trophy.

ranks to support our program in the face of adversity. This in turn created a closer feeling of fellowship expressed in a finer spirit of cooperation than it has been my privilege to observe previously."

Lambda of the University of Arkansas is awarded Chapter Participation trophy for 1969 Convention by Grand President Walker.

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University of Massachusetts, our newest chapter, wins Delegate Distance award for Tau Beta Sigma, presented by Mrs. Heji.

TCU Delegate, coming from Tripoli in North Africa, wins Kappa Kappa Psi Delegate Distance award, presented by Mr. Walker.

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Eastern Micliigan Universit) takes Chapter Distance award trophy for Kanpa Kappa Psi.

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University of Arizona wins Oiapter Distance award trophy, Tau Beta Sigma.

Purdue University Beta Sigma Chapter wins Oiapter Participation award, as presented by .Mrs. Hejl.

TAU BETA SIGMA NATIONAL OFFICERS

ites to the OSU Convention chose to advance all

Other National Officers elected to serve two-year term:

hers of the Sorority's National Council to new

were: National President, Mrs. Ladine B. Housholder, FaUi Church, Virginia; National First Vice-President, Miss Dolorei M. Roscello, Jacksonville, Florida; National Second Vice

:s, bid a fond farewell to a retiring National d an enthusiastic welcome to a new member of

"family.

President, Miss Sharon E. Lebsack, Hattiesburg, Mississippi

i fill the position of National Treasurer for the

National Secretary, Miss Lydene Hovance, Kent, Ohio. Electee

59-70 is Miss Carol Blain, a life Member of the at Texas Tech University. She has served TBS as

to the Sorority's Board of Trustees for new terms were oui

District VI and was part of the driving force stabhshment of a monument to the Sorority's

immediate Past National President, Mrs. Patsy D. Hejl ol

Austin, Texas and Mrs. Floren Thompson,Jr. of Portales, Nei^ Mexico. Continuing members of the Board include Mrs. James

the Tech campus earlier this year. She has had a experience in both Chapter and district affairs

Jacobsen, Chairman, of Fort Worth, Texas; Mrs. Thomas Tyra

the National Council a wealth of knowledge on

Oklahoma, Life Trustee of the Sorority. Mrs. Housholder, whose article appears elsewhere in this

ities.

born in WeUington, Texas and played trumpet in ol band there. This year she returned to WeUingid director, filling in for a year while the regular 1 leave. Carol earned a Bachelor of Arts degree n 1968, majoring in German and French, and omplete her master's degree in German next in asked what she was doing as a band director, mal training in the field, she replied,"I knew the

of Ypsilanti, Michigan;and Mrs. A. Frank Martin of StiUwater

issue, had high praise for the achievements of the Sorority

under the administration of retiring National President Patsy Hejl. Although suffering a crippHng blow to its financial struct ure, the Sorority was stiU able to accomplish its expansion program and stabilize its relations with both the Fraternity

and the other honorary and professional associations in Music. At her suggestion, the Convention voted resolutions of sincere

thanks and appreciation for the efforts of aU National Officers,

• was leaving and it would have been a shame to

with special recognition to the untiring efforts of Miss Hov

program go for a year. Besides, this gives me a

ance and Mrs. Hejl in the recent crisis. "The Sorority continues to move into its first quarter-century of service in capable

r I want to make Music a career." Such enthusiment to bands speaks well for our new national

:, as she begins what promises to be a most iture onto the national level of Sorority service.

hands, with a National Council determined to fulfill the ideals of our Sisterhood, responsive to the needs of its members and dedicated to the university and college bands we serve."

Grand Council Officers: (Left to Right) Melbern Nixon, Or. Secretary-Treasurer; Thomas Tyra, Or. 2nd Vice-President; James Jacobsen, Or. President; Richard Worthington, Gr. 1st Vice-President; Richard Felix, Member-at-large. Four members of the Grand Council were elected to new

Masters of Music from the University of Michigan. Before

positions by the delegates of the 1969 Convention. They had each served the Fraternity for two or more years and were

coming to Emporia, he served as Director of Bands at South eastern State College, Durant, Oklahoma and as instrumental

advanced in office to assume new responsibilities for the

music director in the higli schools of Durant and El Reno, Oklahoma; Hobbs, New Mexico; and Oakland, California. He is

Brotherhood. Elected as Grand President was James A. Jacob-

sen of Texas Christian University. Our new Grand First Vice-President is Dr. Richard A. Worthington of the University

a past president of the Oklahoma Music Educators Associa

of Arkansas. Grand Second Vice-President's chair is now

tion, and currently holds office in the Southwest Division of the College Band Directors National Association. He is widely

occupied by Thomas Tyra of Eastern Michigan University. The

known and respected as a clinician, adjudicator and guest

delegates again confirmed Dr. F. Lee Bowling in the position of Organizational Director of the Intercollegiate Bands.

conductor throughout the southwest and was one of the first

Board of Trustees members continuing in their second two-year terms are Jack K. Lee of the University of Arizona and Leon Harris of Texas Tech University. Re-elected to the Board, and re-confirmed as its Chairman, was Past Grand

President Floren Thompson, Jr., of Eastern New Mexico University. Newly elected to the Board is our immediate Past Grand President, Wayman E. Walker, of Colorado State College.

New to Grand Council affairs, but certainly not to the Fraternity, is Melbern W. Nixon, Grand Secretary-Treasurer. Currently director of bands and associate professor of music at Kansas State Teachers College in Emporia, Mr. Nixon has been with the Fraternity since his undergraduate days at Oklahoma State. A member of Boh Makovsky's bands, Mr. Nixon has shared his reminiscences and impressions of the "Guiding Spirit of KKT'" both in these pages and on numerous fraternal occasions. As Governor of District V and chapter sponsor of two very active groups in Emporia, Mr. Nixon has personified many of the finest traditions of KK^ by his dedication to music.

Nixon received his Bachelors of Fine Arts from OSU and

participants in the CBDNA-sponsored Conductor's Workshop at the University of Michigan.

The new Member-at-Large of the Fraternity, representing the student membership directly to the Grand Council, is Richard R. "Rick" Felix. Rick plays tuba in the Arizona State University Sun-Devil Band, and is an active member of the

Beta Omicron Chapter. He grew up and went to school in Culver City, Cafifornia, a suburb of Los Angeles, where his love for music and proficiency on the tuba earned him a scholarship at ASU.

As a freshman in the fall of 1964, Rick pledged a Fraternity Chapter torn by internal strife and general bad attitude. Despite the near-dissolution of Beta Omicron because of

general lack of interest in band or Fraternity, Rick pitched right in to keep KKTr ahve at ASU. His efforts have helped to make it the strongest fraternal music organization on the campus today. Brother Felix continues to serve Beta Omicron as an active

member, believing that the National Member-at-Large should work as close to the students as possible. His experiences well fit him for this high position and both the Fraternity and its Council are fortunate to have him speak for the active mem bership.

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FOUNDERS—

RECEPTION As part of the Golden Anniversary celebrations, the Frater nity honored five of its seven living members at a reception in their honor on Thursday, August 21. Present at the reception were: William A. Scroggs, Charter Member No. 1; A. Frank Martin, Charter Member No. 2;Carl Stevens, Charter Member No. 6; George Asher Hendrickson, Charter Member No. 9; and Ira H. Nelson, Charter Member

Asher Hendrickson and Carl Stevens, Charter members of Alpha

Chapter, discuss things with one of the Chapter's first pledges, L. M. Calavan.

No.10.

Over two hundred and fifty Brothers of KKT' met and visited with these men who had returned to their home cam

pus for the occasion. University administration, national and district Fraternity officers and Convention delegates were aU present at the higldight of the reception, the unveUing of a bust of Professor BohumR Makovsky, the "Guiding Spirit of KKT'." Also present for the small ceremony was the sculptor Andrew Lester, of San Bernardino, Cahfornia, whose work was

presented to the Music Department, and is to be housed in the new Seretean Center for the Performing Arts at OSU."Andy" is an Honorary Member of the Alpha and Grand Chapters, and his work wRl be a fitting addition to the new building and a fine memorial to a great influence on the American band

r=4 Sculptor Andy Lester, with Dr. Ira Nelson and Carl Stevens, charter members ofAlpha Chapter.

Founders at reception in their honor: (Left to Right) Asher Hend rickson, Ira Nelson, A. Frank Martin, Carl Stevens, William A. Scroggs.

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Andrew Lester and Bohumil Makovsky, bronze bust presented to

the Music Department in honor of the Fraternity's "Guiding Spirit."

Sculptor and Subject, 1942. Andrew Lester and Bohumil Makovsky, Head, Music Department at Oklahoma State University, inspiration of the ten who founded Kappa Kappa Psi.

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ity. For it is your Sorority. You are the

A Letter From

ones who either secure our advancement

or impede our progress. Judging from the tremendous response at the Convention, we will advance.

The President should be of the utmost importance.

Many Chapters made very generous pledges towards the rebuilding of the Tmst Fund and we hope that you will fulfill these at your earliest possible

Maintaining a decent grade average should be foremost in your mind, but with some

convenience. A number of alumna have made their own contributions and the

thoughtful consideration, you can parti

other officers join me in expressing our deepest gratitude for your continued support, both moral and financial, during

position. Therefore, organizing your time

cipate in the many activities which will attract you.

Although you may at times feel as A

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though you are majoring in band or in TBS, remember that you were honored by membership because of your outstand ing abUities as a bandswoman. We hope that you will continue to manifest these qualities throughout your band and col lege career.

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Dear Sisters,

Having come back to the campus after a busy and probably unique summer (especially for those of you who attended the National Convention), you are all now deeply involved in the business of getting a college education. I can fully understand and sympathize with your

Attitude is such an important thing and it is so very contagious! A sensible and responsible attitude towards your band program and TBS will benefit you and your sisters in the Sorority and will also demonstrate your loyalty to your Oiau UCillUl director, y( your fellow bandsmen, and the ideals of TBS. TI After m meeting so many of you at the Convention in Stillwater this summer and during several visits to campuses in the seve Northeast, it is with a great deal of plea sure and £anticipation that I begin my administration as president of our Sororadministrat

A Short Note on

FRATERNAL SPIRIT What is a good example of "fraternal spirit?" There are many different ideas and concepts of what fraternal spirit is or what it should be. Ask some people what it is sometime, and you will probably get as many different answers as people you ask. .. ."Being the band sparkplug and getting people to pick up their feet on the field;" "Singing! A fraternity that sings together swings together;" "Working

Chapter, and your band as a whole. Look around you at neighboring campuses which may be without Chapters. Are there potential new colonies? Can you revitalize dormant ones? Letters would be

a start, but personal visits are by far the most direct route. Sacrifices may be involved, but any worthwhile endeavor always involves sacrifice. Keep your officers and the National Office informed of your activities. For, we do care, and we can only serve you when we know your projects, problems and successes...and when we know you. Sincerely yours, /s/ Ladine Housholder National President

convention the biggest and best ever. Then the news was broken to us. The

Fraternity and Sorority were faced with a huge crisis. We had been dealt a severe financial blow because someone in the

National Office got sticky fingers and betrayed a trust. Naturally everyone agreed that this was an unfortunate situation. But, you know, that didn't really seem to make much difference if you were to judge by the reaction of the Brothers and Sisters at

the convention. Money or no money, everyone was still everyone else's Brother

together on musical projects;" "Working together on MONEY MAKING projects;" and so on and so on...

the cause of band music in America. It

This summer I saw what I thought was the most beautiful example of fraternal

really made me feel good to see that, despite this great financial crisis, the fraternal spirit of the group was not hurt at all. In fact, if anything, the groups emerged more unified than ever. Maybe the guy who said "Money isn't every thing" wasn't such a fool after all!

water, Oklahoma, assembled for what was

Member-at-Large

Chapter to uphold this confidence by doing your best to improve yourself, your

or Sister, the Intercollegiate Band gave one of the best concerts ever, everyone had a marvelous time and most important of all, everyone is still working to advance

spirit imaginable. There we were in Stillby Rick Felix,

"these violent and troubled times," to quote Mr. Balfour. It is now up to each girl and each

to be a most festive occasion, the Fiftieth

Anniversary of the founding of KK^. Everyone was prepared to make this

several surprises. One was the general absence of competitive natures among the state queens. Instead, we acted much more like a large related family, all of us concentrating on getting the most fun out of the week and meeting everyone else. Part of this attitude came from the fact that each year's

group of contestants are made members of the Sorority, Mu Alpha Sigma (Miss America Sisters), over which the new Miss America presides as president during the year of her reign. Recuperating from the hectic schedule in Atlantic City took several weeks, but it gave me a chance to start plans for

this year's District 111 convention."

Adria received a.$1,000 scholarship when she became Miss Colorado. Each contestant in the national pageant receives a

$500 scholarship. Semi-finahsts receive a $1,500 scholarship

and forfeit the $500 one.

In addition, Adria signed a contract to present her twirling act at Radio City Music Hall in New York during the five to six weeks of the Christmas program there. Leon Leonidoff,

senior producer for the Music Hall, was one of the pageant judges and made Adria the offer. Participation in the pageant is only the latest in a long list icS."

of titles and awards her talents have brouglit Adria. She was six times Colorado State Baton Twirling Champion

(juvenile in 1958; junior in 1960, 1961 and 1962; senior in 1965 and 1966). She was district winner and grand champion of the Kiwanis'"Stars of Tomorrow" show in 1961.

Adria was named Miss Majorette of Colorado in 1965 and 1966, Colorado State Strut Champion in 1964 and 1966 and Regional Strut Champion in 1965. She was "Top Ten Twirler" at the "Indianapolis 500" festivities in 1968. She toured seven European countries as the featured twirler with the International Tour Band during the summer of 1968. She was named Baton Twirler of the Year by the Knute Rockne Club of America in 1969.

In 1967 Adria appeared as featured twirler in the half-time show at the East-West All-America football game in Atlanta, Adria Easton, Miss Colorado of1969. UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO

Ga., and, with the CU Band, she was on national television at the Bluebonnet Bowl.

A tall 5 feet, 11 inches, Adria was Miss Tall Denver of 1966

and went on to be named Miss TaU North America that year. Her off-campus activities have not kept Adria from part

MISS COLORADO District III President

icipation in campus activities. She was treasurer of Gamma

Adria Elaine Easton, TBS District III president for 1968-69

and Hesperia, junior women's honorary. She now serves as

and 1969-70, was Miss Colorado of 1969 and one of the 10

tapping chairman for Mortar Board,senior women's honorary.

Chapter of TBS in 1967 and president in 1968 before going on to the district presidency.

She was named to Spurs, sophomore women's honorary semi-finalists in the Miss America Pageant in Atlantic City on September 6. Adria is a senior majoring in journalism at the University of Colorado in Boulder. A champion twirler, she became the first woman member of the CU Men's Marching Band when she became the organization's featured twirler in 1966. Adria says; "My only disappointment since winning the title of Miss Colorado was having to miss the national TBS

convention in Stillwater. After looking forward to that part icular week for two years, I spent that week—and the week before-in bed with a virus infection. By the time 1 recovered, it was time to leave for Atlantic City. "The Miss America Pageant was a week rich with fun and unforgettable experiences that taught me a great deal about myself and about others.

Being on the TV screen instead of in front of it brought

She is serving her second year as public relations chairman for the Naval ROTC auxiliary, the Caravels.

Of Adria, CU director of bands Hugh McMillen says: Talented, comely, a poised and brilliant twirler and show

man, highly cooperative, humble, a real leader, loyal,

dedicated, intelligent—what more could one ask of anyone? And what a joy it is to be associated with Adria, not only in her capacity with us as a featured twirler but, as a superior person. 1 feel certain that these same qualities have been observed by countless others who have been associated with her."

Adria hopes to make a career in advertising or public relations. She plans to make some contacts during her stay in New York at Christmastime.

No matter down what road her life takes her,it seems likely we will hear more of our Tau Beta Sister.

first man on the moon ^ Neil Armstrong, the first man on the moon, receives his Kappa Kappa Psi Honorary mem bership when he visited his alma mater, Purdue University, in 1966. On the left, Stephen Krueger, president, Gamma Pi Chapter. On the right, Donald Jones, Purdue's head drum major.

When Neil Armstrong stepped out on the moon's surface, the world thrilled at

mankind's greatest adventure. And musicians said: "He's one of us."

Musicians form a close brotherhood, but they also believe in music for every one,including men who explore space. So does Neil Armstrong. Though flying has been his lifelong passion, Armstrong is also devoted to music. As a teenager, he worked and saved to pay for flying les sons and still eked out enough extra money to buy a Conn baritone horn. He earned his pilot's license at 16, even before he had his driver's license; and he was the leader of a musical combo as well as a faithful member of the school band.

Armstrong's love for music began when he was a small child. He joined the Upper Sandusky, Ohio,school band when he was an eighth grader, and chose to play baritone horn.

akoneta 45-piece band and we had a lot of fun. After the football game, when we went downtown to parade, Neil would turn his cap around and march back wards, just for laughs. Sometimes we would trade off instruments. I suppose we drove the band director crazy—but those were good times." But with the exception of these episodes with the band and the "Moon shiners," Maxon remembers Armstrong as

"No one dreamed at the time that by 1962 we would hear Neil was chosen to

be an astronaut. The Purdue Marching Band did a half-time show in his honor

that fall. Oddly enough, we titled the show 'First Bandsman on the Moon' and it came true!"

In 1966, Armstrong visited the Purdue campus and appeared in the variety show which the band was presenting for visiting alumni during Gala Week. The band pre

a quiet, reserved young man, who said

sented him with a Purdue band blazer and

little. "I think one of the hardest parts of

Honorary membership in the Gamma Pi Chapter of KKT', national band frater nity. Along with the pledge board and pledge cap, Armstrong was given his KKT' pin. This year, when he learned he would

the moon mission for Neil will be the

pubhc speaking," Maxon comments. "He wanted his own instrument," reports Neil's father, Stephen. "In those days, our family had few luxuries. Neil worked at Neumeister's Bakery cleaning the

bread

mixer

until he had raised

enough money to buy a Conn baritone horn.

be the first man to set foot on the moon, he wrote A1 Wright that he hoped to

carry the pin along on his flight. Neil Armstrong never lost his love for music. "Every time Neil came home in these past years," says his father,"one of the first things he would do was sit down at the piano and play." "That seemed to be part of coming

age him. And perhaps the school band

Neil got his love of music from his mother. She played piano and assisted Neil to play piano, too. Sometimes,in the evening, Neil with his baritone, his broth er Dean and his cornet, and his sister June with her violin would gather around Viola at the piano, and they would play. What a

needed a baritone player. I never had to remind him to practice.

good time they had." B. S. Porter Music Company in Lima, Ohio, has proudly

doing."

He just naturally set aside time for that."

framed the guarantee card of Dean's Conn cornet, serial No. 163721. After high school graduation, Arm

for the "Mississippi Moonshiners" to get together for a session. Maxon stayed in Wapakoneta where he became a success ful contractor. Jim Mougey, the clarinetist, is now a band director in

"1 asked him why he chose such a big horn," his mother recalls. "He was such a httle fellow and it seemed to be more

than he could carry. But he said he liked the tone. So,of course, we didn't discour

The family had moved to Wapakoneta, Ohio, by the time Armstrong entered high school. He played in the school strong won a Navy scholarsliip, and in the band, of course, but also for Boy Scout and church events. For sheer fun, he

formed the "Mississippi Moonshiners," a jazz band that performed at school dances and assembly intermissions. "Neil was a very good musician," says Jerre Maxon, the trombonist of the group. "He had a strong driving afterbeat, you know, and really kept us going. He sure loved music. He said music contrib

uted to 'thought control,' and he always tried to improve his playing. There were only six boys in the Wap

fall of 1947, went to Purdue University. His Conn baritone went along, and he

home," his mother adds. "After he had played three or four things, he was ready to sit down and tell us what he had been But there never was another chance

Norwalk, Ohio. Bob Gustafson, second

performed with the Purdue "All-

trombonist, is a teacher in Springfield,

American" Marching Band and Concert Band, under the direction of Paul Emrick. Maxine LeFevre, assistant to A1

Ohio.

Wright, Purdue's current director of bands, serves as band historian. She says Neil Armstrong is remembered by his classmates as a likeable boy with a bash ful sirule.

"His band colleagues recall the pride he took in his horn," Miss LeFevre says.

At home in Houston, during his free

time, Armstrong still enjoys playing his musical instrument. Occasionally, he and his wife, Janet, entertain friends with a

duet. Twelve-year-old Ricky Armstrong is taking music lessons. Mark, she, without any doubt will be taking music lessons soon—perhaps as the boy behind the Corm baritone in band.

CITATION rf EXCELLENCE

tion was presented to Lt. Col. Arnald D. Gabriel, commander and conductor of

tion as commander and conductor of the

the United States Air Force Band.

ton, D.C., since 1964. His fame as a conductor has become

The presentation was made on August 26 by LCDR Donald W. Stauffer, leader of the United States Navy Band and NBA chairman for the District of Columbia, on the west front of the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., on the occasion of the

United States Air Force Band in Washing widespread throughout the musical world. He has been invited to guest conduct many famous organizations such as the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, the Carbaniere Band of Italy, the Royal

final Capitol concert of the summer

Hellenic Band of Athens, the Staff Music

series.

Corps Band of Bonn, and he continually

Col. Gabriel holds Bachelor and Master receives invitations from throughout degrees from the Ithaca College School of America to appear as guest conductor at Music in New York. His professional leading state, regional, and university affiliations include Phi Mu Alpha, KK^, music festivals.

Phi Beta Mu,the National Association for

The purpose of the "Citation of Excel American Composers and Conductors, lence" award is to recognize the efforts of

and the American Bandmasters Associa tion. He is a member of the board of

directors of the National Band Associa tion.

served as conductor of the 545th Air

Force Band in Geneva, New York;of the

ing to present names for consideration

Air Force music since 1951, and has

reality in late August, when the first cita-

OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO MUSIC AWARD

cance of bands and band music in each

state and province. Nominations for this award may be made by any NBA member.Persons wish

Col. Gabriel has been associated with

The National Band Association's "Citation of Excellence" award became a

individuals who have made outstanding contributions towards the development of the musical and educational signifi

Tactical Air Command Band at Langley should contact their National Band AFB in Virginia; of the USAF Europe Association state chairman or write to Band in Wiesbaden, Germany; of the Maxine Lefever, Secretary-Treasurer; ^lo USAF Academy in Colorado Springs, Purdue University Bands; Lafayette, Colorado; and has held his present posi- Indiana 47907. Barbara Buehlman of Round Lake, Illin ois. The award was created by the Sorority to honor a woman who has given a definite contribution to bands in some

Director of Bands for All Round Lake

Area Schools, taking full responsibiUty for the high school bands as well as the grade school groups. Under Miss Buehl-

way...outstanding players, composers, man's direction, the grade school band directors, or any other service; someone has received a first division rating in all

who is now out of college and is still help

ing to buOd the band program for women.

Miss Buelrlman was the guest of the Sorority during the last two days of the convention and participated in the activ ities. She was made an Honorary member

of the Gamma Rho Chapter at Eastem Michigan University during initiation ceremonies conducted by the Gamma Rho Chapter and national officers. Miss Buehlman was nominated for the award

district and state contests and in

1965-1966 established a precedent by performing for four major conventions: Mid-West National Band Clinic, MENC

National Convention in Kansas City, Illin ois Music Educators Association, and Ehnois Grade School Band and Orchestra

Association State Meeting. In addition to her responsibihties as Director of Round Lake Bands, Miss Buehlman is Assistant Director and Busi ness Manager of the Northshore Concert

by the Gamma Rho Chapter.

Band of Wilmette, an adult community band. She has also done arranging and introduced at the National Intercollegiate several of her band arrangements have The first winner of the award was

Band Concert and was presented with a

been published. She has served as adjud

trophy and bouquet of red roses by Patsy icator, clinician, and guest conductor Drury Hejl, National President of Tau

throughout Illinois and has served as

Beta Sigma Sorority during 1967-1969. guest conductor at summer music camps Miss Barbara Buehlman received both at the University of Illinois and Univer Bachelor and Master of Music Education

Tau Beta Sigma Sorority presented its first Outstanding Service to Music award at the 1969 National Convention to Miss

sity of Wisconsin.

degrees from Northwestern University.

Tau Beta Sigma Sorority is honored to

Upon graduation in 1960, she became

present the first Outstanding Service to

Director of the Round Lake Grade

Music award to such an outstanding

School Bands, a position she has held for the past nine years. In 1967 she became

representative of women in the instru mental music field.

OHIO WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY

GAMMA UPSIEON REACTIVATION Culminating a colony experience that was closely watched by Brothers of the Eta Chapter at Ohio State University and the National Office, the long-hoped for reactivation of the Gamma Upsilon Chapter was effected on May 18. Spurred by the interest of their director, Mr. Barrel Wood, the efforts of the members of the colony paid off when,on a cold and wet day, the Brothers of Eta and District Governor

Roy Johnson (Gamma Pi) traveled to the campus of Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware. There they performed the Ritual service and the installation ceremonies that officially welcomed back our 92nd Chapter into full membership in

KKT.

Our new Brothers have set for themselves worthy tasks, fully in the tradition of the National Fraternity. In the coming year. Gamma Upsilon expects to provide a student group for interest and spirit at OWU athletic events, to assist in planning

for a band tour, to head up the production of a record of the Symphonic Band that will be sold under the name of the Fraternity and Sorority, and to make further extended efforts

Row 1, left to right: Steve Frost, Bruce Bernstein. 2nd row: David Garvin, Douglas Anderson, Clay Leben. 3rd row: Robert Cope, James Walters, John Larson. Not pictured: Richard Bouguard.

in recruitment.

A team headed by Eta Chapter president Randy Edwards and secretary Jolm DeRing formally introduced our new Brothers into the Order, and Governor Johnson served as the

official representative of the Fraternity during the installation ceremonies.

District VII has thus gained another active Chapter, dedi cated to the ideals of the Fraternity and well-grounded in its history and traditions. We wish our new Brothers weU, and look forward with them to many rewarding experiences in serving Music, by serving their university band.

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Concert Band-front row: B. Bernstein, S. Lappert, D. McKnight, T. Sanders. D. Woodwor^tli. B. Ticknor, S. Tillotson. 2nd row: S. Teeter, C. Owen. S. Tuttle, R. Bourguard. K. Janowitz. J. Walters, M. Bernstein, R. Jackson, D. Gleckner. 3rd row: J. Kreps, G. Taylor, A. Bcglcy. G. Riordan. E. Cottle, A. Hamilton, N. Fenholt, B. Zakotnik.

University of MassachusettsNew Chapters for KK4^*TBZ May 16, on the campus of the University of Connecticut, the Fraternity and Sorority gained its 133rd and 100th char

tered Chapters. With the installation of the Epsilon Nu Chapter of KK^ and Delta Delta Chapter of TB2,District IX took another giant step upward on the ladder of expansion. For, with the addition to our rolls of the University of Mass achusetts, Amherst, both national organizations (and District IX in particular) have been immeasurably strengthened.

Officers: Judy, treasurer: Cathy, vice-president; Muggsie, secretary; and Kathy, presi dent.

Seldom have two such well organized and enthusiastic groups of college bandsmen entered our ranks. Using as a base the existing UMass Band Staff, the two colonies developed, during a year of operations, into highly motivated and smoothly functioning groups. Organized on the UMass campus in February of 1968, both groups evolved only after a lengthy period of discussion and close examination of goals,ideals and feasibility of operation within the existing band structure. Following a personal visit by the Executive-Secretary, at which time National's poUcies and expectations were outlined, these discussions crystaUzed into full-blown colony activity. Encouraged by the conductor of the UMass Bands, Prof. John Jenkins (Nu) and his associate Prof. Larry Weed (Alpha Omicron), members of the two colonies organized social and educational activities for the UMass Bands, attemped to build treasuries (attempts which often seemed doomed to failure by the elements!) and persevered in building a meaningful program of service and leadership recognition at Amherst.

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Pam Poggio, Terri Geer.

Installation teams from the Delta Omicron and Gamma

Kappa Chapters of the University of Connecticut performed the Ritual degrees for both KK^ and TBZ. Representing the national organizations were Mr. Allan Gillespie, past District Governor of District IX and Mrs. Ladine Housholder, National First Vice-President of TBE. Also present for the ceremonies were Mr. Jenkins, UMass Chapter sponsor and Mrs. Gillespie, UConn Chapter sponsor. A reception hosted by the UConn Chapters followed the ceremonies. The National Fraternity and Sorority have been consider ably enriched by the addition to its rolls of one of the finest

musical and marching groups in the Northeast. We look forward with our new members to a most successful and

fraternally rewarding experience. A hearty "Welcome!" with a special note that, with this installation, TBS has passed the century mark in charters granted. A fine way to begin the Silver Anniversary celebrations!

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Our Sponsor Diane Koelbel Jenkins was born on October 23, 1938, in

Hackensack, New Jersey. Moving to Michigan, she participated in orchestra and choruses while attending school in Grosse

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Pointe, Michigan, and later in Wellesley, Massachusetts. During high school, she concentrated upon the study of piano, and attended summer music festivals at Tanglewood and in Salzburg, Austria. Mrs. Jenkins earned the Associate of Arts certificate in

music at Stephens College, and the Bachelor of Music degree in theory at the University of Michigan, where she studied with Hans David, Ross Lee Finney, and LesUe Bassett. While there, she was an active member of Sigma Alpha lota. Miss Koelbel married John A. Jenkins in 1960, and she and

her husband presently reside in Amherst, Massachusetts with their three children.

Memorial Hall.

BAPTIST

JOINS m The 132nd Chapter to join the Brotherhood of KK^ was installed on May 16, when Past Grand President Floren

Thompson, Jr. officially presented the oath of the Third Degree to members of the Epsilon Mu Chapter at Wayland Baptist College in Plainview, Texas. Under the watchful eyes

and guiding hands of the Brothers of Alpha Omicron Chapter at Texas Tech University, the members of District VI thus

gained another vital Chapter and a growing band program. Although the idea of affiliation with a national organization was discussed as early as April, 1967, no formal organization or plan of action was put into effect until February, 1968, when a colony was formally established. Working with the well-known and widely-respected WSC Director of Bands, R. C. "Cliief Davidson, members of the Wayland Band began a program to both serve and support a small organization in a small college. A few of their service projects included rebuild ing filing cabinets, sponsoring a chess tournament, publicizing band concerts and helped in arranging for parades. Partici pation in pep rallies, basketball game shows, benefits and area tours have all helped to build an organization which gives great promise of upholding our fraternal ideas. One of the liighhghts of the colony period was the selection of Miss Vicki Turner as Colony Sweetheart. This fall she was

Top to bottom from the left: "Chief" Davidson, Charles Bechtoid, John Truett; row 2: Mike Johnson, Eddie Turner, Vicki Turner; row 3: Dr. Boh Franklin, Donnie Ballew, Robbie Rudd. Mike Lash and Eddie Scott not shown.

elected "Miss Plainview" which brought additional recognition not only to the colony but to the entire band program as well. Impressive Ritual services were conducted by members of the Alpha Omicron Chapter, with several Brothers of Beta

Lambda of Eastern New Mexico University present to welcome our new members. The Fraternity takes great plea

The Wayland College Band, Directed by R. C. "Chief"Davidson.

sure in welcoming the men of Epsilon Mu to the Order, and

shares their expectations as coined in the Chapter's slogan,"A Growing Band with a Growing Fraternity."

Ti ^"ddorium, completed, in thewill fallhave of 1968. nils budding the cost of whichbuilt, is around $500,000, two extensions added to it to completely house the Music and other fine

VnUnr7T'lT'*'' Mrs karral 'nf^Ih

cost arottiid one-half million n

dollar building, given completely by

$80 000 nran I ■'^7 m// be one of the finest building alsoin house an g n, wnch pipewill organs this area.

On April 26th, the first new Chapter in District I in over

eight years was estabhshed when the Delta Gamma Chapter of TBS was officially installed at Oregon College of Education in

Monmouth, Oregon. Capping activity and interest which began as early as the fall of 1967, our new Sisters were formally initiated into the mysteries of the Sorority by members of the Omicron Chapter of the University of Utah.

Making what must surely be called a monumental trek,two members of Omicron drove the long trip to welcome our newest members and, as the closest active Chapter, assured them of our continued interest and support. Dr. David

Wallace, director of bands at OCE and a former Chapter sponsor of the Gamma Gamma Chapter, acted as the official Sorority installing officer, presenting the charter to his own

DELTA GAMMA CHAPTER New at Oregon College of Education

students in our behalf.

As a colony, the new members were responsible for hosting two dances on campus, and served the OCE band by making publicity posters and assisting the director and his staff when

ever possible. With six pledges already tapped for the new year, they have ambitious plans which include the active encouragement of a fraternity colony at OCE. Initiated as members of the new Chapter were: Dr. David Wallace, sponsor; Marcy Johnk, president; Sheryld Gerke, vice-president; Rhondi Emry, secretary; Rose Mary Wilson, treasurer; PhyUis Burge; Nancy Semas; and Alesanne Butzin. A warm and hearty welcome to our Sisters in the Great Northwest!

Left to right: Dr. David Wallace, Faculty Advisor; Marcy Johnk, president; Karen Phay; RoseMary Wilson, treasurer; Alesanne Butzin; Nancy Semas; Sheryl Gerke, vice-president; and Rhondie Emry, secre tary. Not pictured; Phyllis Burge.

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Dr. David Wallace, Band Director

LANGSTON UNIVERSITY DELTA ALPHA CHAPTER INSTALLED May 4, 1969 was the date and Langston University, Langston, Oklahoma the place, when the 97th charter of the National Sorority was placed into the hands of some very

capable young ladies. Culminating a successful colony experience of Uttle over a year's duration,the members of the Langston TBS Colony officially joined with us in the bonds of Sisterhood as the Delta Alpha Chapter of the Sorority.

Acting as official sponsors of the group were the members of the Delta Alpha Chapter of KKT', estabUshed on the Langston campus in 1957. Since that time, a growing univer sity program has been reflected in an increased participation in band activities by women. A new music building, an expanded curriculum and continued interest by dedicated faculty have aU combined to bring about the events culminating in a Sunday afternoon installation service. Performing the Ritual service of installation were members of the Alpha Chapter at Oklahoma State University. It some how seemed quite fitting that the oldest welcomed the newest Chapter personally, for less than 30 miles separates the two institutions of higher learning. Acting for the Sorority as instaUing officer was Mrs. Robert H. Rubin (Omega), an Honorary member of Alpha Chapter. Also present for the occasion were Mr. Rubin, ExecutiveSecretary of the Sorority; Mr. Albert Lynd, Alpha Chapter sponsor; and Mr. Julian Northington, Langston Director of Bands and sponsor of the new Chapter. A dozen members of the Alpha Chapter helped welcome our new sisters into TBS, and extended personal invitations to attend the National Convention in August. (Editor's note: Delta Alpha was represented at the Convention by Miss Carmen Butler.) We wish these new sisters all the success possible and hope that their future years will bring them continued opportunities to serve the Langston Band and to enjoy the bonds of Service in our Sisterhood.

Langston University Band

Julian Northington,

Director of Bands.

n:H Colony members of Tau Beta Sigma from left to right: WOma Chappie, Dedra Kirk, Vivian Lee, Brenda Wilson, Lonzetta Burton, Justine Millender, Carol Stevenson, Carmen Butler, Gwendolyn Prudom, Carolyn Reece, Barbara Johnson, Theodocia McDaniel.

...is not only an idea-exchange, but a means of shedding some light on the little-known, often over-looked, yet satisfying displays of seivice by our fellow members of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma across the nation.

Xi of TBS at West Texas State University has found a rather unique way of insuring full participation at all band rehearsals. They check the attendance roster for each session

at the end of the day, and distribute "WANTED" posters for those absent without leave. They report that it gets pretty good results, and helps insure fiill attendance in all band activi ties.

Delta Upsilon of KK^ and Gamma Rho of TBS at Eastern

Michigan University continue to be our "League leaders" when it comes to novel ideas to fill Chapter coffers. The fellows report that the best money-making project they have engaged in to date was a house painting job that their pledges and those of TBS accomplished. Not union-scale, but more than worth the effort!

Alpha Gamma of TBS at Kent State chose as its service

project last semester the lettering of all the music stands in the

department. A spray-paint team moved through the halls of the KSU Music Building, affixing "KSU Music School" on each stand they could find. Besides the service aspect, they helped locate and inventory an item that often gets away from regular departmental control.

Epsilon Delta of KK^I' at Texas A&I University incorpo rated an interesting "switch" in their pledging activities last semester. "Pledge Day" was designated in the Chapter's calendar of events, and for 24 hours, the roles of actives and

pledges were reversed. The actives were to set an example for the pledges during this reciprocal time period,and they report that it turned out to be a much more meaningful activity than

Gamma Pi of KK^ at Purdue University reports that their "Bandsman for a Day" program is still in full operation. Under this program, selected members of the University administra tion and Purdue faculty are invited to be the Chapter's guests for a full day of football activity. They meet with the Purdue Band, lunch with them, watch pregame rehearsals and thus get a better idea of what their students enrolled in band are doing. It helps immensely with an understanding of the college band's role on the campus and has made many friends for the Purdue Band on campus. Gamma Chi of TBS and Epsilon Iota of KK4^ at Mansfield State provided an unusual service for MSC music students

when they sponsored an open clinic on instrument repair for the Department. A representative from a local music company was invited to campus to give a lecture-demonstration on repair techniques, which was received with great enthusiasm by both students and faculty at MSC. Alpha Chapters of

and TBS at Oklahoma State Uni

versity have embarked on a concentrated recruitment program of high school seniors for the OSU Band. A committee has

been appointed to write a brochure explaining the band pro gram to graduating high school bandsmen and is written from

the student's point of view rather than the professor's. A "band day" for all interested high school seniors is being planned for the spring, with a band-quet, films of the OSU marching band and scholarship opportunities at the University to be the highlight of the days activities.

expected.

Beta Delta of TBS at Texas Christian University has insti tuted and maintained a "retreat" for new and old officers

during the first days of the new administration. After the

formal "changing of the guard," a day or two of fellowship and fraternalism helps the older members instruct the new officers in their new duties.

KKJ-'TBS DISTRICT MEETINGS District II

August 27-29, University of Arizona

members recently arranged for members of the OBU Band to visit a Head Start class, where all helped demonstrate their

District III

April!8-19, University of Denver

instruments for the children enrolled in this fine educational

District V

February 7, Wichita State University

District VII

April 10-12, Ohio University April 34,

Epsilon Zeta of KK^ at Oklahoma Baptist University has

found a new way to bring the joy of music to others. Chapter

program.

Alpha Delta of TBS at Ohio University utilizes some inter esting techniques to help keep the membership together over

the summer vacation. The Chapter divides itself into groups of five and each group circulates a letter among its own members. When the group returns to classes in the fall, they devote a Chapter meeting or two to reading the letters from each. It helps to share the moments of the past summer and to bring

District VIII District IX

University of Southern Mississippi April 24-26 West Virginia University

everyone up to date on summer activities. 23

UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT

The election of officers was held. The night, April 25,1969. An opening invoca results for KK^R were: William Trusheim tion was given by Mr. David M. Maker,

(Rutgers), president; Richard Leepson (West Virginia), vice-president; Charles sity of Connecticut and a Delta Omicron Schlotter (University of Pittsburgh), Honorary. Dr. Frank Cookson, University secretary-treasurer; Robert Gelman (Uni Assistant Director of Bands at the Univer

DISTRICT K CONFERENCE

of Connecticut Dean of Fine Arts, provid

ed the welcoming speech. Conference Chairmen Pam Seaver and Joe Novak gave

versity of Connecticut), national member-at-large; David Holmgren (Rut

alternate member-at-large. opening reports of the convention, and a gers), The officers elected for TBS mixer followed.

by Robert Gelman The University of Connecticut was the site of the second annual District Confer

ence of District IX on April 25-27,1969. The conference was set annually in accor dance with the District's feeling that annual meetings are more beneficial to the region as a whole. Delegations to the conference were

are:

Susan Malm, TBS District President, Susan Mahn (University of Connecticut),

opened the first business session of the president; Zavolia Dortch (University of Maryland), vice-president; Janice Baker (University of Pittsburgh), secretary-trea ven Swank, KKT' District President,

Sorority on Saturday morning, and Ste

opened the Fraternity session. Both made committee appointments and the site of the 1970 meeting was set—West Virginia University at Morgantown.

The committee assignments included Communications, Nominations, Expan

sent by the KK^' Chapter of West Vir sion and Activities. Other District officers ginia University, KK^R of Rutgers present included: Zavolia Dortch, TBS University, KK^ and TBE of the Univer vice-president; Michael Zinn, KKT' vicesity of Pittsburgh, KK'T' and TBS of the president; and William Trusheim, KKT' University of Maryland, TBS of Cornell secretary-treasurer. University and the host Chapters of KKT' and TBS at the University of Connecti cut. In addition, the TBS Colony at the University of Massachusetts was repre sented, and an observer delegation from

surer.

Steven Swank, District President of

KKd' and Mrs. Ladine Housholder, National

First

Vice-President of TBS

installed the new officers in separate cere monies.

At night, a banquet was held at the Faculty-Alumni Center. Michael Zinn, District

Vice-President, was Master of

Ceremonies, and the Guest Speaker was Alan Gillespie, Director of Bands at the University of Connecticut.

The highlight of the day was a concert by the American Percussion Ensemble. This unique musical group, specializing in contemporary Percussion Music, gave a well-received concert of an amazing sound. Using standard percussion instru

Wagner College in New York also attend ed..

The opening session was on Friday

ments, and such new ones as brake drums

and beer mugs, the ensemble proved that The Kappa Kappa Psi Activities Committee is shown in session chaired by Ronald Leichliter (top). The other delegates shown are from Rutgers Maryland and Connecticut Universities.

percussion is a new force on American Music.

After committee meetings and lunch, a reading clinic was held under the baton of

Vaclav Nelhybel, famed composer. Mr. Nelhybel, a Brother in KKT', was com The officers of District IX are caught deep in reverie during the Kappa Kappa Psi business session. Left to right are Wiliiam Trusheim, Secretary-Treasurer: Steven Swank, President; and Michael Zinn, Vice-President.

missioned in 1965 to compose "Symphonic Requiem" for the 1965 KKT'-TBS National Convention. The

reading clinic lasted for one and a half hours, though everyone wished it could have lasted longer.

Mr. Nelhybel is no stranger to District IX. A resident of New York City, he has composed numerous works for bands

including, "Ceremonial Music," dedicated to Alan E. Gillespie, Director of Bands at the University of Connecticut. Mr. Gilles

The joint Expansion Committee met to dis cuss means of expansion in the District, with regards to the number of potential Chapters in the District.

Sunday marked the end of this excit ing conference. The final meeting

followed a continental breakfast prepared

by Gamma Kappa of TBS. The fin^ ses sion included an "Ask National" session

pie is a Brother, Delta Omicron sponsor, with Executive Secretary Robert H.

and former District Governor of KK^. The afternoon business sessions were

Rubin.

The conference was a huge success.

held in the Student Union. A report was The District emerged from the conference

Executive Secretary Robert H. Rubin add resses the opening session of "1969 in Storrs". Also shown is Joseph Novak, Convention Chair man: and Leslie Hunt, President of Gamma

Kappa Chapter of Tau Beta Sigma. Susan Malm, District President is cut off by Mr. Rubin.

given by each committee. The Commun as a well organized unit, ready to work ication committee set up details for the for the betterment of college bands. The District newsletter, "Lines from IX". District was happy to welcome the KKd'

Rutgers University will undertake publi

cation of the newsletter for the 1969-70 academic year.

and TBS Chapters at the University of Massachusetts as the first of hopefully, many new chapters in District IX.

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA

WARWICK AND

HERMAN Delta Chapters of TBS and KKW began their 1969-70 year at the Univer sity of Oklahoma by sponsoring two picnics. TBS and KKW members were

responsible for the preparation and clean-up afterwards. Also, that week before school, the entire band enjoyed a Mexican dinner in the Oklahoma Memor

ial Union and films of half-time shows of

the Orange Bowl, Astro-Bluebonnet Bowl, and 1967 Band Day at OU.

Tuesday, September 23rd, TBS had the honor and pleasure of initiating Miss Dionne Warwick as an Honorary member

of Delta Chapter. Miss Sherry Curtis, president, presented Miss Warwick a membership card, recognition pin, and an engraved plaque. Mr. Joe Ray, president of the OU band, presented her a bouquet of red roses. These presentations took

DELTA CHAPTERS, KK^R-TBE Mr. Woody Herman, appearing with Miss Warwick, was presented an Honorary membership in KKW. The presentation was made in Mr. Herman's dressing room before his performance by Mr. Larry

Baker, president. Unfortunately, due to

were told of the different services the

the death of his father, Mr. Herman had to leave before the end of his perfor mance. Two Delta Chapter members, Mike Johns and Larry Baker, drove him to WiU Rogers World Airport, Oklahoma City.

clubs perform. October 4, a surprise breakfast for all pledges was held at the home of Miss Janice Kennedy. The for mal pledging of TBE was held Sunday, October 5 at 7:00 p.m. in the Oklahoma

For the game between OU and the University of Pittsburgh on September 27, members of KKW constructed a

plywood,red and white steam locomotive to be used in the half-time performance. After the game, TBZ and KKip were

sponsors for a reception for band mem

after her performance, for which she

bers and their parents. Serving as hostesses were the Misses Sherry Curtis, Donna Austin, Janice Kennedy and Mar

received two standing ovations.

sha Edwards.

place in Miss Warwick's dressing room

September 30 was the date of a coke party for men and women interested in pledging TBE and KKW. After having refreshments together, separate meetings were held and the prospective pledges

Memorial Union.

Officers of TBE are: Sherry Curtis, president; Donna Austin, vice-president and pledge trainer; Janice Kennedy, assis

tant pledge trainer; Marsha Edwards, secretary; Pat Cooper, sergeant-at-arms; and Betsy Barham, treasurer. Serving the fraternity as officers are: Larry Baker, president; Jesse Hankla, vice-president; Martin Bellows, secretary; Dave L'Roy, treasurer; Mike Johns, assistant pledge trainer; and Dave Chaffin, sergeant-at-

TBS crest below which were placed these words: "Tau Beta Sigma—National Soror

f I >

The dedication of the monmiffiht was

plarmed as close to the installation date as possible. On Saturday afternoon. May 10,

ity for Bandwomen—Founded, Texas Technological College—Chartered May 4, honored guests from TBS National, the 1946." The excellent engraving was done by Mr. H. Browder of Lubbock, Texas. The monument was placed in a promin

Tech Music Department,the City of Lub bock, and members of TBS and were entertained by the brass choir dir ected by Mr. Richard ToUey. This was

MONUMENT UNVEILED

the Music Building on campus. The idea of a sorority for bandswomen was conceived by Tech bandswomen as early as 1937. The laws of Texas at that

followed by warm speeches from Mrs. Patsy Hejl, TBS National President; Mr.

time, however, forbade the charter of

by Kelia Allen

such a sorority. After much thought and

Last spring the culmination of more than two years of work was witnessed. On May 10, 1969, a monument dedicat ing the founding of TBS at Texas Technological College was unveiled at the college at Lubbock, Texas. Several mem

bers of TBS spent many hours drawing up the design, employing an engraver and finding a location for the monument. The design chosen was that of the official

ent position adjacent to the front steps of

Robert Rubin, National Executive Secre tary; Mr. Dean KilHon, Tech Director of

brother fraternity, KK4', was founded,to

Bands and Honorary member of KK'I'; Carol Blaine, present TBS National treasurer; Kanda Kinney Washburn, newly-elected Beta Chapter president; and Zem Neill, monument committee

charter the sorority and become Alpha

chairman. The monument was then un

Chapter. On March 26, 1946, a charter was granted to "Tau Beta Sigma, National

veiled to the pleasure of aU present. The

plarming, the Tech bandswomen'asked the OSU bandswomen, at which the

monument now lies as a reminder of all

Honorary Sorority for Bandswomen," the work, thought and feelings that went perpetual existence and its principle place into the founding of our Sorority and

of business at Stillwater, Oklahoma. On May 4, 1946, Beta Chapter of TBS was officially installed at Texas Tech.

also as a reminder to all of the never-

ending privilege of serving our college and university bands.

lifl Mr. Robert Rubin, standing; Kanda Washburn, seated left; Zetn Neill, seated right.

Mrs. Hejl, standing; (left to right) Kanda Washburn; Mr. Rubin;Zem Neill, seated.

WEST TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY

ALPHA PSI READY FOR BUSY YEAR by Doug Kincaid Before

the summer

vacation had

begun, plans had been made for the

summer activities and the membership

State's Summer Music Camp was held with another record-breaking registration

was anticipating an exciting school year

with approximately 800 students. To end the summer, our Chapter delegates

in the fall. The annual KK'T'-TBi; reunion

attended the National Convention in StUl-

was held in mid-summer with many mem bers and alumni attending. West Texas

water, Oklahoma. Present from KK^ and

TB2 were T. L. Haney, Donnie Hall, Beverly Finley, Patsy Kingsley, and EUen Doerfler.

The school year began early for nearly 200 WT Bandsmen, new freshmen and transfers. Two full weeks of rehearsal

were in store to prepare a pre-game and

half-time show for the opening game. The WT Band is anticipating an unusually exciting marching season. Five home games have been augumented by a trip to Wichita, Kansas on October 3 and 4. Homecoming, on October 25, will be

Dr. Gary Garner, Director of Band and Kappa Kappa Psi sponsor at WTSU, prepare the band for its television appearance Oct ober 25.

weU prepared. The cameras of ABC's "Game of the Week" will be on campus to televise the game between West Texas State and New Mexico State regionaUy. Mom and Dad's Day was held on campus September 27 with KKT', TBS,

and the Band Council jointly sponsoring a reception for band parents. This annual reception received a record attendance this year. The WT Band presented the WT Foot

ball team with a giant plaque signed by every band member as well as our direc tors, Dr. Gary Garner, Mr. Don Baird, and Mr. John McGee. Mr. McGee is a graduate assistant who was recently made an Honorary member of our Chapter. The football team, in return, presented the WT Band with a football signed by all the players and coaches with the inscription; "To the Best Band in the World," which is true, of course.

The KK4' and TBS chapters also sponsor a Band Booster sign at the footbaU games. Officers for the year are: Ralph Jack son, president; Doug Richards, vicepresident; Donnie Hall, secretary; Jody Wallin, treasurer; Scotty Rundel, alumni secretary; Mike O'Donnell, parlimentarian; Doug Kincaid, reporter. West Texas State Buffalo Band in tradit ional WTSU formation.

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Epsilon Delta Has Busy Fall by Tom Estes

Epsilon Delta Chapter of KK^ has had a busy semester this fall. The Chapter began the new school year with a Coke party for the A & I University Marching Band after its first rehearsal in Septem ber. The main purpose of the get-together was to meet new freshmen and transfer band members and to let them become

Epsilon Delta mem bers plan for Band Day, 1969. Pictured left to right: Richard Roper, drum major; Alex Sotelo, student assis tant; Dr. Joseph L. Bellamah, director of bands and Chapter sponsor; Tom Estes, historian; and Forrester Halamicek, Chapter president.

acquainted with KKik. The construction of a new Industrial

Arts building at A & I left the band with out a marching field until Epsilon Delta marked off yardlines at a new location. A large sign was also made by several of the actives for the freshmen girls to paint for the "Spirit Contest" held each week on campus for football season. Epsilon Delta members assisted in an informal initiation of the freshmen girls by upperclass girl members of the band. The head twirler of the band, Anna Marie

Salinas, was elected Chapter Sweetheart for the 69-70 school year. The Fraternity Chapter has recently

Texas A & I Univer

sity President, Dr. James C. Jernigan, talks with A& I drum nmjor,

Richard Roper prior to Band Day Parade. Dr. Jernigan served as Honorary Grand Mar shall for the parade.

acquired jerseys with KK^ on the front and "TEXAS A & 1 BAND" on the back

for use during marching season. Epsilon Delta was also fortunate enough to send two delegates to the National Convention in August, and one of these, Emest

Muzquiz, percussionist and band presi dent, gained a position in the National Intercollegiate Band. Epsilon Delta has five new pledges for the fall term with plenty of work for them to do. Perhaps the most important achievement of the Chapter this semester was the successful planning and execution

Thirteen high school bands from South

Texas participate in half-time show as part of Band Day. Dr. Bella mah directs the mass bands in "America."

of the Ninth Annual Texas A & 1 Band

Day on October 4, with thirteen area

South Texas high school bands participat ing in a parade through downtown Kingsville and in the half-time show at the football game between Angelo State of California and Texas A & 1.

The Texas A & 1 University Sym phonic Band will perform this year at Texas

Music

Educators Association

Convention in Dallas in February as a culmination of its annual spring tour. Dr. Joseph L. Bellamah, director of bands at A & 1 is also Epsilon Delta sponsor. The

Chapter will be instrumental in making

Epsilon Delta Sweetheart, Anna Marie

the tour a success.

Band Day Parade.

Salinas, participating in

ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY

John Paynter and the 1969 Arkansas Intercollegiate Band.

14th ANNUAL INTERCOLLEGIATE BAND by Van Merritt On March 1, 1969, Arkansas State University was host to the 14th Annual Arkansas Intercollegiate Band. The guest conductor for the event was Mr. John

Paynter of Northwestern University. Preceeding the selection of members for the band, the Arkansas College Band Directors Association, headed by Presi

Guest conductors of past Arkansas Intercollegiate Bands include Maurice McAdow, Robert Gillmore, James Jacobson, Frederick Ebbs, James Neilson, L. Bruce Jones, Dr. Wilham D. Revelli, and Mark Hindsley. Selections played on concert were Royce Hall Suite, La Procession du Rocio, and Diamond Variations. Featured

bands at Northwestern University since

on the program were: Tarn O'Shanter Overture, a special arrangement by Mr. Paynter, and Kimberiy Overture, com posed by Dr. Jared Spears, an Arkansas State University faculty member who studied under Mr. Paynter while attend ing Northwestern. Delta Rho is proud to say that 15 of the 16 members of the A.S.U. delegation selected for the Intercollegiate Band were

1953 and holds the rank of Professor in

either KKT'or TB2.

the Northwestern University School of Music. Mr. Paynter has earned the respect of leading bandsmen everywhere for the

For a break from the long hours of rehearsal. Delta Rho sponsored a banquet

dent Donald R. Minx (Arkansas State University), Vice-President Henry Wood (John Brown University), and SecretaryTreasurer

Richard

Worthington

(University of Arkansas), voted to see who they as a majority desired to have as the featured conductor.

John P. Paynter has been director of

excellence of his concert and marching

organizations. He has served as chnician and guest conductor on scores of univer sity and college campuses and has conducted clinics and concerts in 46 of

The combined Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma members of the 1969 Arkansas Intercollegiate Band.

at a downtown restaurant and hosted a

party at "Psi Manor," a large two story southern-styled home that served as unofficial headquarters for the 1968-69 year.

Delta Rho and the Arkansas State

the 50 states. Paynter's excellent musical Music Department are thankful for the arrangements and compositions are being opportunity to host the Intercollegiate played by many of the leading bands Band and for the pleasure of being an throughout the country and his busy schedule includes a judging or conducting assignment almost every weekend from January through June of each year.

active part of an event that we feel helped tremendously in bringing about a closer feeling of brotherhood throughout the

1968-69 Arkansas Band Directors Assoc-

state of Arkansas.

the 1969 Arkansas Intercollegiate Band.

Mr. Donald R. Minx-president of the

iation-and Mr. John Paynter-guest director of

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Fraternity lent even more meaning to the occasion.

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This is Worthington's fourteenth year Not every weekend of the football season does a coUege band director have a

at Arkansas and Jacobsen's fifteenth year at TCU. During their entire tenures they

half-time show dedicated to him. In fact,

have worked together closely as friends

such instances are quite rare, unless the guy has just retired from his job or from

and as colleagues. The closeness of the

life. But the Brothers of Gamma Sigma

relations with one another. Regardless of the welcome the TCU Band gets from the Arkansas fans (which was remarkably cordial this year), we know our Brothers

had the great good fortune on Saturday, October 4, to participate in such a dedi cation.

The place was Little Rock; the game was TCU-Arkansas; the honoree was Dr.

Richard A. Worthington, director of the Elazorback Band and Grand First VicePresident of KKT^.

The surprise dedication, a product of

of Lambda will be there to extend a wel

come hand. And the apples they always give us after half-time are delicious, welcome Ufe savers. They even learned

our alma mater and sang along with us after the game.

With such a background of friendship,

director of the TCU Band and Grand

strengthened even more by fraternal bonds, it was only appropriate that we

marching-"rolling squares," a drill that combines marking time, oblique march ing, and normal eight-to-five marching to "roll" 16- and 32-man squares of bands men up and down the field. The thought of being the first band to perform a new marching technique made

T-

band directors is reflected in their bands'

the inventive mind of James A. Jacobsen,

President of KKT^, climaxed a half-time show in which the Horned Frog Band premiered a new concept in

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perform a show dedicated to the leaders of the Razorback Band.

Following the "rolling squares" drill, the TCU Band formed the words "Hi

Doc ( Doc" is Worthington's nickname; it would have taken the Texas Tech Band

to spell out Worthington!); then moved

into the letters K-K-Y for the presenta tion of a commemorative gift. Jacobsen

the show exciting for us, but the know ledge that we were dedicating the show to

then presented to Worthington a beauti

a good friend, a Brother, and the next man in line for the presidency of the

inscription: "To 'Doc' Worthington. a

fully designed wall clock with this

little man with a big reputation."

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FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY

HAPPINESS IS A HALF-TIME SHOW by Libby Sponholtz

Alpha Omega Chapter of TBS and Gamma Nu Chapter of KKM'have started the usual hectic faU season at the usual

Assistants.

areas of the band program at FSU even

Alpha Omega worked with Gamma Nu to give a reception for the new members

greater than they are now. We want to

join with all members of the Sorority and of the band when the pre-season drUls Fraternity in making the ideals of the were over. At the party, the Chapter Convention as real as possible. members gave a skit, a la "Laugh-In", Our Chapter has completed its fall

frantic pace, working to make the bands

which showed some of the traditions of

msh. AH of the Brothers of Gamma Nu

of Florida State University the best ever.

the Chiefs. Also, Alpha Omega and Gamma Nu are again this year pubUshing

attended as well, and entertained the Sisters and rushees with several songs.

a newspaper, the Chieftain for the band

They performed beautifully, and we are

which is given out at every footbaU game. The first half-time show of the season

very thankful to the Brothers for taking time out to do this. We have invited eigh

was presented in pouring rain, but that

teen bandswomen to pledgeship and hope

did not stop the Seminoles of FSU from beating Wichita 24-0, or the Chiefs from presenting a rousing if somewhat damp salute to coUege spirit. Our second game,

to show them the work,fun,and satisfac tion involved in being a Sister. It is a tradition for our Chapters of TBS and KKT' to give a breakfast for their alumni during Homecoming week end. This wiU occur again this year, but it wUl be a special occasion. The FSU alumni Chapter of TBS is being installed, and the installing officer is none other than the Executive Secretary, Mr. Robert

The football season pounced on both Chapters with both feet, but partly due to the energy and enthusiasm generated from the Convention, we were well pre pared. Most of the emphasis is now on the Marching Chiefs, which is larger this year than last (180 members now) and has a new assistant director, Mr. Richard Mayo. Mr. Mayo is himself a former Chief and was the band's drum major in 1954. He has brought many new ideas for projects to Alpha Omega and Gamma Nu,and we look forward to working with him. Mr. Robert Braunagel ("Brownie" to the Chiefs) is beginning another year as director, working closely with our arrang

against the University of Miami at Miami, saw the Tribe beat the Hurricanes 16-14

and was highlighted by a salute to Jackie Gleason from the Chiefs. Alpha Omega again sold apples and cookies on the long bus ride to Miami to accommodate the

Garrett and TBS

appetites of a large band. Alpha Omega sent delegates to the Convention. They were Sue Hawkins and Lindsay Warren, who returned to teU us of the spirit and enthusiasm there. Caught up in this energy, we hope to incorporate and use the ideas and spirit that were

Sister, Sue Hawkins, as Fearless DriU

learned from Convention to make all

er, Charles Carter, to create unique, entertaining half-times. KKM' Brother, Herschel Beazley, begins his third year as our Fearless Dmm Major, with KKM'Don McLaurin and Tom

H. Rubin, himself. This wiU be a red

letter day on our calendars and we are very excited about it. We have many plans for the coming months and are anticipating a busy but happy year, working for the good of the bands and the Sorority; and, of course, having a lot of fun doing it.

UNIVERSITY OF HGUSTOlM

COUGAR BAND GETS NEW DIRECTOR by Jimmie Louise Smith The University of Houston Cougar Marching Band is now under the direction of the well-known BiU Moffit, former director of the Michigan State University Band. Mr. Moffit is in charge of planning the driUs and arranging the music for the band. Mr. Moffit received his Bachelor's

degree "cum laude" from Baldwin-Wal lace CoUege, and his Master's degree from the University of Michigan. He was Usted in the

universities aU over the country. He has arrangements of over sixty songs and is fast becoming a leading music arranger. He has also written many popular songs, such as "The Teabeny Shuffle" which is now caUed "The Cougar Shuffle." The vigor with which Mr. Moffit teach es the driUs is unique in itself. He displays such enthusiasm in his ideas out on the

drUl field, that this generates spirit and

1950 edition of "Who's Who

enthusiasm within the band itself. Mr.

Among Students in American College and

Moffit started on Monday, September 9

Universities." Mr. Moffit is also a Grand

with a band he had never worked with

Chapter Honorary member of KKM'. Mr. Moffit was the originator of the

before. He taught them an entirely new style of marching, and went through the half-time show for the first game in its entirety with two and a half days of prac tice. Progress such as this could lead to

"Patterns of Motion" concept of march

ing and is largely responsible for its growing popularity throughout the nat William Moffit, University of Houston Marching Band Director.

clinics for band directors and various

ion. He has written six books on the

nothing less than perfection in a marching

subject and has conducted over fifty

band performance.

WinHITA STATE UNIVERSITY

CHANGE...It's What's Happenin'

by Carolyn Ciardullo and Jack Tilbury It feels so good; so soft and warm;

springs back after you make your mark;it squishes between your toes-it's polyturf. The 1969 Wichita State University March

ing Band is one of the few bands in the country which can march on synthetic

grass. The new Cessna Stadium also feat ures seats for 31,500 football fans and is

equipped with a synthetic track. Alpha Mu Chapter-TB2, and Beta Tau-KKT' began the switch from 15,000 seat, grass field stadium to the modern stadium last May by honoring retiring

director James Kerr, with his 23 years of service to Band program. He has sponsor for Beta Tau and

a banquet for the University been Chapter Alpha Mu and

was District V Governor of KKT'. Mr.

Kerr will retain his position as chairman of the Wind and Percussion Department at WSU. A scholarship was estabhshed at the banquet in Mr. Kerr's name by the Chapters, and they presented him an appreciation plaque, and a set of flight luggage from the band. Completing the transition with the Chapters is Mr. Don Wilcox, the new Director of Bands, formerly of California State College at Long Beach. In California he directed six bands and was awarded

the "Gold Award of Recognition" by the Southern

California

School Band and

Orchestra Association, in which he served

as vice-president, board member, adjud icator, and honor band conductor. Primarily a woodwind specialist, Mr. Wilcox is also an experienced arranger

and has several works published for marching band,concert band, and various ensembles. He is the new sponsor of Beta Tau Chapter. The new Assistant Director of Bands is

Mr. Don Eubanks. Eubanks is a graduate of the University of Kansas and has six years of outstanding pubhc school music

Mr. and Mrs. James Kerr at Retirement Ban-

fpikJ Dr. Jacquelyn Boswell, Alpha Mu Sponsor.

at W.S.U., also holds degrees from Murray State University and Louisiana State University.

President; Bob Suggs, Sergeant-at-Arms.

jM Seated Jack Tilbury, Treasurer; and Jl Henry Donaldson, Vice-President.

high school bands. The high point of the semester thus far, has been a Kappa Forum, presented by Louis Calavanalumni member of Alpha Chapter and ters in the nation for its service to the university, district, and nation. President companion of Boh Makovsky. Mr. CalaKit Craig was selected to be chairman of van played under the direction of the the Program Committe. Also attending founder of KKT' for ten years and was from Beta Tau and Alpha Mu were Jack Boh's best friend. Mr. Calavan presented Tilbury, District V president; Bill Dole, his personal possession of one of the

If we may regress, at the 1969 Nation

al Convention, Beta Tau Chapter was honored as one of the "Top Ten" Chap

District V member-at-large; Linda Clark, three life busts of Makovsky to Beta Tau

TBS president; Muriel Wining; Meladee MiUer; Bob Suggs; David Stagg; Michael

Chapter, and gave a talk on his life with Makovsky at Oklalioma State University

Moulds; and Charles Warren.

and in KK4'.

proportion to size as weU—from 96 to 144 marching members. With two enthu siastic directors and drum major Jack Tilbury, the band is preparing for a trip to Louisville, Kentucky on November 15. On October 25, the chapters will host

Alpha Mu officers are Linda Clark, president; DeeAnn Corbett, vicepresident; Barbara Elsloo, secretary; and Becky Tice, treasurer. Beta Tau officers are Kit Craig, president; Henry Donald son, vice-president; David Woodard, secretary; Jack Tilbury, treasurer; and

the Annual W.S.U. Band Day and 36 area

Bob Sliggs, sergeant-at-arms.

NORTHEASTERN STATE COLLEGE

used in a campus wide beautillcation fund which will go towards establishing flower gardens and a fountain on campus. The Brothers of Alpha Rho were instru mental in creating this fund.

Band

enthusiasm

has

increased in

ALPHA RHO CHAPTER REPORTS Wild Applause! This is what followed the end of Northeastern's 1969 version of

A new addition to the Fraternity this year is Dr. Gerald Tucker. He will serve as

our co-sponsor this year. Dr. Tucker is a

member of Delta Chapter at the Univer sity of Oklahoma. He also is a brass and

"Downbeat," the only organized campus humanities instructor at the college.

experience in Kansas. His professional talent revue. Sponsored and directed by memberships include: M.E.N.C., the members of the Chapter, "Downbeat K.S.T.A., K.M.E.A., Phi Mu Alpha '69" was a complete success botli Synfonia, and KKT^. He will be co- interest-wise and profit-wise. The North sponsor of Beta Tau Chapter. eastern State College Stage Band, Alpha Mu sponsor. Miss Jacquelyn composed mainly of KK^' members, Boswell, recently received a Doctor of headlined the show. The girls of Gamma Psi Chapter of TBS helped to count the Music Education degree from the Univer sity of Illinois. Dr. Boswell, a recent Honorary member of TBS and professor

Beta Tau Chapter Officers. Standing David Woodard,Secretary; Kit Craig,

Coming events include Northeastern's

annual homecoming game. This year proinises to be the best ever at the school.

Participating in the parade and pre-game show wiU be 15 area high schools. KK^* will be in the middle of things making sure that everything runs smoothly.

This semester we are pledging nine bandsmen. Those pledging are: Robert trophies were given, one for the best Adkins, Charles Cahoon, Marvin Grimes, talent by a sponsored group and one for Jack Hanlon, Kerry Bill Kissing the best individual act. Part of the pro er, Mike Sourie, R. Harmon, J. Williams, and Ken ceeds of this tlrird annual talent show was votes submitted by the audience. Two

Youngblood.

amcielo state university

EPSILON KAPPA LIVES! by Ernest GUI

Just about this time last year the members of the Golden Ram Band Men's

Club at Angelo State College, San Angelo, Texas, were anxiously waiting to hear if their petition for membership in the Fraternity had been accepted. A year later Epsilon Kappa Chapter is alive and well on the campus of Angelo State University—ASC became ASU May

ASU French horns, left to right, are fresh man Vicki Clifton; senior band vice president,

Jim (Smokey) Burnett; Ram Band Drum Major, Ted Caffey; and Johnny Carlson. Five Epsilon Kappa men were elected to positions ofleader ship in the band this fall.

Jim (Smokey) Burnett fits Golden Ram Band freshman Debbie Moore with a gold hat.

15. The Chapter has weathered two semesters of band activities, and we even

Through necessity, Epsilon Kappa is developing long range plans for helping

managed to stagger through all those "caucuses" at Stillwater in August. In addition to regular band service activities this fall, the Chapter was

the band council and Mr. Pace in future

band recruiting and in activities designed to make the band grow the way band members want it to grow. Because Angelo

honored to have five of its members

State is only four years old, a music

chosen by fellow bandsmen for positions degree is not yet offered. Therefore, we of leadership in the Golden Ram Band. Four of the five are charter members of

Epsilon Kappa. Leading the band at all appearances is EK charter member Ted Caffey. Brother Caffey has served in his position as Ram Band drum major two years. Chosen band president was bass clar

inet player and EK charger member Jim Clarke. Jim, an old married man of 20, sits first chair in his section, and he served

as Colony and Chapter treasurer for more than a year.

Elected to the vice presidency was Jim (Smokey) Burnett, a transfer student from West Texas State University and

Alpha Psi Chapter there. Brother Burnett, affectionately dubbed "Spiro," plays French horn.

Two other Fraternity men were elected to the band council which aids Band Director Eddie W. Pace is making

plans for the annual Band Day,the Spring Tour and other band functions. Epsilon

Welcomes New Director by Beth Grimmer

"Heads up! Shoulders back and drive-drive-drive!", ring the words from the sidelines of the Baylor University "Golden Wave" Band's practice field. The voice is that of Mr. Gene C. Smith, Bay

His enthusiasm can be seen in his selec

tion of current "pop" songs, swing rock,

good marches and "spirit" songs. He finds

Dana Lowe, sophomore clarinetist, is the no room in the band for mediocrity. He new secretary-treasurer and librarian, and feels that a winning attitude is a necessary Carol Flury was elected sophomore rep part of any band. resentative. With a faU semester pledge

class of seven, the women are working to earn their long-sought Chapter charter.

trip to Michigan in 1971. See ya in '71!

Baylor

council, while bass horn player C. B. duties in June, Mr. Smith has gone to Hester was chosen to represent the junior work with an enthusiasm that's catching. Our Sisters in the local TBS Colony were not left out of band elections either.

began making recruitment plans for 1971 back in late September this fall—recmiting and keeping non-music majors in band is a full-time job. Other long range plans also call for a

BAYLOR UNIVERSITY

Kappa Chapter president Charles Abel, was named senior representative to the lor's new band director. Assuming his class.

At one time Mr. Smith himself was a

part of the Golden Wave Band. He earned two degrees from Baylor University-a

Bachelor's degree in music in 1949 and a Master's in music in 1955. While at Bay

lor, he was principal clarinetist of the Golden Wave Band and the Symphony Orchestra, and was also a member and

president of both Kappa Kappa Psi and Phi Mu Alpha. He has spent the last nineteen years

teaching and directing bands in West Texas.

On September 23, Iota Chapter of TBS was happy to initiate Mr. and Mrs. Smith as Honorary members. After the ceremony, we visited with our new spon sors over pie and coffee. The members of Iota are happy to be a part of the 1969 Golden Wave Band and are looking forward to a great year.

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ELPASO

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The University of Texas at El Paso Band Night, }969.\ by Gerry McReynolds

"Ladies and Gentlemen, may we pre sent the 1969 edition of The University of Texas at El Paso Marcliing Cavalcade." —and so another season and another year begins for Alpha Chi Chapter. Our first big project this year was working with Mr. Hillyer, UTEP Band Director and Chapter sponsor, with the seventh annual High School Band Night. All of the members worked hard to make the show a success and to make the re

hearsal run smoothly. All went well until

it started raming. With the help of the Chapter, all of the students, horns, uni

forms and equipment were safely moved from the practice field to the gym until the shower stopped.

Secondly, Alpha Clri sponsored a picnic and football game for all of the bandsmen during one of the early rehear

querque will never be the same? We would also like to tip the ol' hat to

the new Alpha Clii pledges, David Salazar,

sals. The food consisted of sandwiches,

Arilio Chalumbaga, Orlando Calderon and

potatoe chips and Cokes. Oh yes, the

Kenny Oefelein. We wish them the best

game ended in a 6-6 tie. The efforts of the Chapter were re warded tliis month, when the Salvation

of luck this semester.

Also, we would like to salute William Rhoades, Director of Bands at the Univer

Army presented Alpha Chi with a plaque sity of New Mexico, on becoming an for service rendered during last Christmas. Honorary member of Alpha Chi Chapter. The Chapter had played Christmas carols We had the honor of having this fine along with the Kappa Chapter of TBZ to gentleman on our campus as the guest aid in collecting money for the needy. Then, the big trip to the University of conductor for the High School Band New Mexico on Saturday, September 27. Night. Alpha Clii Chapter helped with the load So, until the next Podium, we at ing of the busses and the many, many Alpha Chi would like to wish each of you

jobs that needed to be done for the trip

and your bands the very best during this

to be a success. Would you believe Albu

marching season.

Skitch Henderson Made

Honorary Member Skitch Henderson, distinguished musician and well-known television and

recording artist, recently was given Hon orary membersliip in KKT' by the Purdue University Band Gamma Pi Chapter. Mr. Henderson

was on the Purdue

campus appearing as guest conductor with the University Symphony Band at its annual winter concert, one of a series

of three presented each year. Skitch shared the podium with Purdue's Director

From Norman Dello Joio to the N.I.B.

of Bands and the conductor of the

Symphony Band, A1 G. Wright before an audience estimated in excess of 5,000 persons.

The presentation was announced at a joint KK^-TB2 breakfast honoring Mr. Henderson the morning of the concert. The formal presentation of this honor was made later in the day, during the con cert, on the stage of the Hall of Music by Dan Stewart, president of Gamma Pi Chapter.

"Please extend to the young members of the National Intercollegiate

bands and your Board my thanks and best wishes for making my stay with em musically worthwhile. / was touched by the preciousness of the

young mem ers of the Band and shall cherish the lighter and card with the members names inscribed, which were presented to me. / wish it were

possible to thank each individual personally. The implication of the inscription on the lighter, 'To Norm,'was endearing."

university of ARKANSAS

m by Roger Oldham After a very successful visit to Still-

RAZORBACK NEWS

great spirit booster for tired marchers.

tion of American School Band Directors

for its 45th year of service to the March

Marching was new to all of the band this year. During the summer, the Ath letic Department had Astroturf installed

at Hot Springs on December 3. Be sure to tune in the Marclring Razorbacks for their television appearances this

ing Razorback Band and to the University

in Razorback Stadium. Astroturf is a

fall. On November 27, Arkansas hosts

of Arkansas.

synthetic grass playing surface. Besides staying vivid green the year round, it is an excellent marching surface—no mud,grass

Texas Tech for Thanksgiving Day. On

water, the Lambda Chapter is ready to go

Lambda was honored at the Golden

Anniversary Celebration by receiving the "Founder's Trophy." This is the second time for the Chapter to be named "the best in the nation." The Chapter also received the 1969 Chapter Participation Trophy. Returning to school in September,

KK4' members were ready for a prosper ous year of service and fun. One night, the men of the band were invited to a

get-together at the home of Dr. Richard A. Worthington. This was a great time for

stains, or holes. At the band's first

der, president; Darrell Chancellor, vice president; Roger Oldham, secretary; and

ice for feet.

A. Worthington will again be our sponsor. "Doc" is starting his 14th year as Direc tor of Bands at the University of

Recent projects include the sale of pep rally windbreakers; ice for breaks during rehearsals; apples for our band, the cheer leaders, and visiting bands after half-time; and a commission to W. Francis McBeth,

Chapter hosted a watermelon party for the entire band at Walker Park. Tliis was a

Wind Ensemble at the National Conven-

Lambda members to meet new bandsmen

Officers for 1969-70 are David Alexan

appearance, the temperature of the "grass" was taken-120° F. Instead of supplying ice to eat. Lambda now gives

reknowned Arkansas composer and Lambda Honorary, for a concert arrange ment. "Divergents" w'ill be premiered by the University of Arkansas Symphonic

and see old friends. The next night, the

December 6, Arkansas vs. Texas. So,"See us in November and December."

Nathaniel Thomas, treasurer. Dr. Richard

Arkansas.

With our pledge class, Razorback foot ball games (This is "The Year of the Hogs"), projects for the band and univer sity, Lambda looks forward to the challenge of this exciting school year because, "Being Number One, we try the hardest to stay there!"

SOUTHERN STATE COLLEGE

Picnic opens New Year.

Projects for the new year include a pep band composed of Fraternity and Soror ity members, with a few freshmen added to increase the sound. This band will

travel to the out of town games that the entire band is unable to attend. Also, a

All District VI people-see you at District! To all members of KK^P—see

you in Michigan in 1971. Let's honor our sisters as only brothers can! BEE HAW! GO MULERIDERS!!!!!

stage band is being planned. Our big project is not completely underway. Aluminum sells for approxi mately $200.00 per ton. Therefore, Delta Chi is planning a clean-up campaign in and around MagnoUa (home of Southern Byron Holt, Mr. Oliver, Jeff Christemon and Bobby Endel confer about plans for the new

State) to collect beer cans, coke cans and

year.

provide a steady income for Delta Chi.

Delta Chi and Gamma Omicron open

other sources of aluminum. This should We have had several letters from our

ed the new year with a band picnic September 1. We have sixty people in the band this year, and the band has a much

sisters at the University of Texas about

improved sound. Delta Chi and Gamma

pledges.

District, and we will have 100% of our membership there as well as several

Omicron had a couple of Ice Cream

Finally, one other "biggy" has come

socials before school started (you who were at national know about that!!!!).

our way. Delta Chi will become the first

Delta Chi started with a bang by collect ing $175.00 from selling game ribbons

ter, other than our brothers at the University of Arkansas. The new chapter

2nd cushions.

will be at Arkansas A.&M. in Monticello.

Arkansas chapter to install another chap

First row: Gordon Earle Maroney III, Diana Parker, Pam Gathright. Second row: Bobby Endel, David Mallett, D. Jeff Christenson, Janet Donihoo, Jimmy Grier, Ronnie Sparks. Third row: Byron Holt, Steve Wilson, Paula

Bollinger, Ronnie Howell, Dee Gates, Danny Fornero, Judy McKenzie.

UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT ARKANSAS POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE

Delta Delta

Announces New Sponsor by Larry Nettles and Coye Killgore

The Mouse That Roared"

Delta Delta Chapter is proud to announce the acceptance by Gene Wither-

spoon of the sponsorship of the Chapter. Mr. Witherspoon, Director of Bands and Chairman of Fine Arts at Arkansas Tech,

is a past president of the Southwest

District of MENC.

To start the year off, the Brotherhood and Sisterhood sponsored a recreational picnic for the band during the first week of school. This was primarily to let the freshmen in the band get to know and be known by the upperclassmen. The Tech Band, Arkansas' "Band of Distinction," is supporting an Alumni Band for the Homecoming game. This band is composed of ex-bandsmen from

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The District IX "Band" performs throughout the Southwest. They will play the "Age of Connecticut" as the an afternoon concert of program music University of Connecticut presents and jazz and will appear at the game as a its bid for the 1971 national group. This is the second year for the convention. Alumni Band and a very large turnout is expected. Last year over 160 ex-bands by Peter Glass men returned to the campus and 102 of On May 18, 1969, the University of these performed in the band. Delta Delta, along with its sister organ Massachusetts colony at Amherst traveled ization Beta Nu, has decided as a general to the University of Connecticut and policy to give a reception for all visiting became the Epsilon Nu Chapter, the bands. As a start in this area, we hosted second in New England. Present at the the Arkansas A.&M. Band, and spoke initiation were Mr. Gillespie and Mr. with them concerning the possible form Jenkins, directors of the Universities of ation of a Chapter of KKT' and/or TBS Connecticut and Massachusetts respec tively, and Mrs. Ladine Housholder,from in their school. The officers for the 68-69 year in the National Council of TB2. Before Delta Delta are: Bruce Hoover, president; they returned, a short reception was held Travis Beard, vice-president; Charles in the Music building for our new Broth Hunt, secretary; Ronald Brammer,corres ers. During the summer, our Delta ponding secretary; Howard Ritchie, treasurer; Larry Nettles, reporter; Wesley Omicron Chapter remained active and Smith, parlimentarian; and David Babb, held a meeting to plan for Stillwater.

sergeant-at-arms. The officers for Beta Nu are Marietta

Delta Omicron was represented in August at the National Convention by Bob Gel-

Sterling, president; Davis Henry, vice- man, president; Jeff Judd, recording president; Julie Nebben,secretary; Donna secretary; and Peter Glass, corresponding Lefevers, treasurer; Coye PCillgore, report secretary. With the sisters of Gamma er; and Susan Smith, parhmentarian. This Kappa and the complete support from year's sponsor is Pat Ellison, a Tech Band our district, we made our first try at alumni and a former president of the bringing a national convention to the East. What we lacked in size, we made up Chapter. for in enthusiasm. Working hard through The members of TBS sponsored a car wash October 11 to raise money to help out the week, trying to explain the pay for the proposed activities of the importance of our motto, "For Balanced Chapter. This was the first combined Membership," we learned much and effort of the members and the girls who gained many friends. are pledging this semester. Pledging this We were also well represented in the semester are Kathy Murray, Dee Daniels, committees. Bob Gehnan was on the and Susan Burnett.

Expansion Committee chairman. Over seventy freshmen entered our pre-season band camp. Many of the brothers returned as drill instmctors,

teaching not only marching, but building up pride within their class and a feeling for our traditions ... traditions of the

University of Connecticut Husky March ing Band,the "BEST IN THE EAST".

The bands' music this year includes an arrangement of Chester and Ivesiana, a piece by our assistant director, David Maker, which is written for three bands in

four different keys, coming from differ ent ends of the field, playing different songs in different tempos ...(in the style of Charles Ives). David's arrangements this year also include The Joker, You've Made Me So Very Happy, Summer in the Gty, and IN-A-GADDA-DA- VIDA.

Our pledges received first degree on the first day of Pre-Season Week, and

began their activities by serving cold drinks to the band during our all-day sessions, and helping the Brothers cook at

the band barbeque. Following the "feast" (?) came our annual football game and rope pull, freshmen against upper class men. Upperclassmen have again proven their superiority!

We are now looking forward to send ing a large delegation to our district

in Morgantown, West Vir NSAC, while Peter Glass served as the convention ginia, and another very active year.

iiMIVERSITY of MICHIGAN

For Girls Only!

Convention, and for being such hospit

friendly, "Howdy." We also wish to there was a certain aspect absent from thank Mr. Rubin for all the work he did, your celebration which you feel could

and to congratulate the newly installed

"Hello" from Lambda Chapter, Grand and National officers and trustees. University of Michigan, to all of our sister

planning and interests at heart. With this

able hosts and hostesses. They were in mind, we want any and all suggestions always around when they were needed, you have or can think up for activities. and never failed to greet everyone with a Fellows, you can submit ideas too, if

We couldn't be in better hands!

have contributed to your week. But we want as many ideas as you girls can pos sibly tliink of since this convention is

Chapters across the States! We hope

For those chapters who weren't able

everything is getting under way again after the short summer vacation (they get shorter every year, don't they?)

to make it to the National Convention on

more activities we can plan. With mem

the Oklahoma State University campus at StLllwater this past August, you really

ories of the last Anniversary Convention

Our classes have been in session since

missed a great week of KK^L-TBi; activit ies highUghted by the Golden Anniversary of KK^. Nu and Lambda Chapters came home with an entirely new feeling of

send us your ideas.

September 3, so we're already up to our noses in TBS plans and activities for the semester and the year, besides all the class

work. During our Twenty-fifth Annual Band Day, we and the Brothers of Nu Chapter sold Band Day decals to the high school students participating in the acti vities. There were approximately 11,000 bandsmen. TBS is sponsoring a bake-sale

soon, and pledging has begun. November 1 is our homecoming, and our Chapter

always serves refreshments after the foot ball game for the visiting band alumni. So

dedicated to us. The more ideas—the

still fresh in your minds, have a brainstorming session or two evaluating it, and Some ideas that we've discussed have

been having a room set aside containing

unity in the national scene, and we know

all TBS Iristorical documents, charters,

this feehng was shared by everyone else who was there. We are very excited about hosting the 1971 Convention in Ann Arbor. We hope that every Chapter can be represented at that convention.

and founding materials; lots of decora tion—everywhere; a special anniversary ceremony for girls only; and also having Chapters compose and distribute anniver sary or loyalty songs for everyone to

The year 1971 will mark the Silver Anniversary of TBS, and we'd hke to make that particular convention a memorable one for all TBS Chapters.

learn. We'll compile your suggestions into

we have much to look forward to. Lambda would hke to take this

The time is now when all our Sister

opportunity to express its appreciation and deep thanks to the Alpha Chapters for planning an excellent 1969 National

and developing our own celebration

Chapters can begin taking part in creating

a questionnaire to be redistributed to all Chapters to find out which activities would then be most enjoyed by everyone. Send your ideas to: Lambda Chapter;

activities. Lambda wants the celebration

Band Dept., School of Music; University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104. Remember—it's convention, girls!

to be a natiofial celebration, with national

Write soon.

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE COLLEGE

1968-69 PLEDGES The heart of M. V.S.C.'s band-its percussion section. This section, and style of playing was introduced by Director Mr. Russell Boone, in which he uses a mixture of Rudiments and Latin Rhythms to formulate

a style he calls "Rudimental Jazz." The section is now currently under the direction ofMr. Authur Wesley, percussion director. Shown above is the lower percussion: Bass, Tenor and Conga Drum. The Percussion Section is also wearing the new warm weather jacket for 1969-70. It is a white gaucho style jacket with a green stripe across the chest, with a red "Delta Devil"emblem.

The spring of 1968-69 brought about the largest number of pledges initiated into Delta Pi since 1965. These pledges were chosen on the basis of their per

I, Dovie Pryor and English, Janet Johnson, Delta Pi and Gamma Eta journeyed to the National Convention of KK^ and TBS in Stillwater. There they particip

the 23rd Anniversary of TBS,thus enabl

high. The band director spoke of them as ing them to learn more about the origins and the background of both organiza "the best all-around group."

Feminine grace and charm were quali ties of the 1968-69 TB2 pledges. These

MAKESPROGRESS

Wanda Theodore.

formance, personality and wanting to help buUd better bands across the nation. ated in the 50th Anniversary of KK^' and Their interest in the Fraternity was very

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

tions.

Mississippi Valley State College was

qualities were displayed through several represented in the National Intercollegi performances as requested by the Presi ate Bands by three of its most dent of Mississippi Valley State, as well as outstanding players. They were: Lawerthe sponsor of our local TB2 Chapter. ence Jenkins (French Horn), Cottrell

The group consisted of five active mem Wrenn (Trumpet), and Roy Griggs bers. They are: Berdia Avant, Eva (drums).

The MVSC Instrumental Music Depart

ment is proud to announce the completion and

establishment of the

new Music

building. We moved into this new facility the first semester of this school term.

It consists of an ultra-modern band

room, band office, conference room, individual practice studios and storage room. There is also an instrumental repair center. The facility is completely airconditioned and we are hoping that aU

involved will appreciate working in such fine, new surroundings.

year from Wichita State. He is currently working on his masters program at North western University.

Fraternity

Ed received a number of honors during his high school days,including seven gold medals from state music festivals and the coveted John PhiUip Sousa Award in

Man

1964. He spent five years as a member of

the Wichita Youth Symphony program, and held many important student offices

Wins

as a member of the Wichita Symphony Orchestra and has played with the Wich ita Chamber Brass Quintet for four years. He has also served as solo horn with the

Olds

University Symphony Orchestra, the

Symphonic Wind Ensemble and the Brass Choir.

Scholarship F. E. Olds and Sons, Inc., manufactur ers of band instruments, recently announced the 1968 winners of their

tenth annual Olds Scholarship In Music Competition. The third prize winner is a member of the Beta Tau Chapter at Wich ita State University, Brother J. Edgar

The Olds Scholarship in Music

Competition is open to all juniors, seniors

Young.

Brother Young received the award for his manuscript: "Timbre: An Investiga tion of French Horn Tone Color." An

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active member and Life Member of the

KKT' is proud to recognize yet anoth

Fraternity, Ed received his B.M.(French horn) and B.M.E. degrees in June of this

er one of our Brother's singular achievements in music.

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anWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY

practice field to the Ice Arena where the

band rehearses before each game. Seeing

Sounds of the 60's.

the drums and tubas march into the Ice

^ena before the game sparks enthusiasm in each Falcon Band member. Plans for the future for B.G.S.U. bands

Kathie Urban, Alpha Xi Rich Kise, Beta Kappa

"Feet on the beat!" "Toe point, knee lift!" These are some of the sounds of the marching band at B.G.S.U. This year over 170 musicians tried out for the 120 piece marching band. On Saturday, September 20, the Falcon Marching Band, along with KKT^ and TBS, sponsored the annual Band

Day. A total of 31 bands made up of

include a trip to Athens, Ohio, for the

Ohio University game. Later on this year the Symphonic Band will travel to North

ern Illinois University to play for the CBDNA North Central Division Conven tion. The Symphonic Band will be one of

six bands invited to play. In the spring of 1970 the Symphonic Band will make its annual tour throughout the state of Ohio.

Beta Kappa and Alpha Xi Chapters have been active this year. We began by

2,508 musicians attended. Under the

sending delegates to the National Conven

direction of Jon Piersol, assistant director

tion. They reported that the Alpha Chapters did a fabulous job. During fundamental drills week. Beta Kappa Chapter sold pop during breaks and after

of bands at Bowling Green, the massed

bands played "Queen City March," "Our Director March," and other selections.

Mr. Jon Piersol-B.G.'s "Blue Leader."

prize for a drawing to be held during the first week of November. Donations for

rehearsals. Plans have also been made and chances were 25c. Alpha Xi is also finish action taken toward estabhshing an ing up its sale of Symphonic Band Alumni Chapter at BG. the "Sounds of the Sixties." Ttiis show records. featured such songs as "Sutmy," Both the KKT^ and TB2 Chapters are Plans for both Alpha Xi and Beta "Spinning Wheel," and "Watermelon working to earn money for the District Kappa include the founding of Alumni Man." "Sounds of the Sixties" was well VII convention this spring. One activity is Chapters, hosting the annual All-Ohio received by the crowd at the Bowling the sale of pumpkins for Halloween. Band Sight-Reading CUnic, and the High Alpha is presently engaged in sever Green vs. Western Michigan game. School solo and ensemble contest. We This year, in an effort to promote al fund raising projects. Band sweatshirts, hope that with the aid of Beta Kappa and spirit within the band, a drum and tuba designed by Diana Ujban of Alpha Xi are Alpha Xi Chapters, the Bowling Green corps was formed. The drums and sousa- now on sale to the band. A dinner for State University Bands will have a profit

One of the most popular shows per formed by the Falcon Band this year was

phones assemble and march from the

two at the Holiday Inn Restaurant is the

OHIO UNIVERSITY

the game all helped cheer the team to the 35-0 victory.

The following week, TBS had its first

ALPHA DELTA PLANS

BUSY SCHEDULE

regular meeting and planned a very busy quarter with the help of last May's initia tes: Sandy Williams, Michele Cash, Carol

The first day back at the Ohio Univer

WEST TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY

BUFFALOES RECEIVE TOKEN of APPRECIATION by Ellen F. Doerfler

September 19,1969,the Buffalo Band

Changnon, Nancy Riddle, Sue Horny,and

of West Texas State University was pre

Carol Varner. October 18 will find the

sented a token of appreciation for outstanding spirit by the entire Buffalo football team and coaching staff. Alpha Psi chapter(KKT')and Xi chap ter (TBS) would like to share this privi lege with our brother and sister chapters.

girls following the Marching Band to Oxford, Ohio, for "Miami Migration" weekend. TBS will be right there sup

porting the band and the Bobcat footb^ by Cathie Bolen

able year.

team.

On Sunday, the band wiU perform at

Best of luck in the coming football sea

sity campus, the Alpha Delta Chapter of the Cincinnati Bengals game; and, of son. Let us all work together to keep the TBE, fresh from our trip to Stdlwater course, the girls plan to be there. Other great band spirit moving. where we were honored with the Chapter

plans for the quarter include the annual

Leadership Trophy,could be found work

TBS-KKTf football game followed by a

ing together to make the annual Band

Halloween party. Also scheduled is a

Day a great success. The girls welcomed

combined variety show to be given at the Southeast Ohio Tuberculosis Hospital at NelsonviUe, Ohio. Plans are being made

the directors and bandsmen representing

twenty-seven high schools throughout

Ohio and West Virginia. After their busy for a trip to Rio Grande College to estab

morning practice for their combined per lish a new colony of TBS, and plans are formance at half-time of the Kent State- being made for the District VII Conven Ohio University game, we provided a tion to be held in April at Burr Oak State hearty lunch for them. Of course, during Park near Athens.

"To The Greatest Band In The World-

Front The Buffs."

TEXAS TECH

NORTHEAST LOUISIANA STATE COLLEGE

by Perry Bell

American Colleges and Universities, A. C. Bailey, Jr. and J. Perry Bell.

Elected as Honorary members of the Since the beginning of school, this Epsilon Theta Chapter at Northeast Chapter has provided free cold drinks for Louisiana State College in Monroe, Louis- every member of the maching band. This iana, were Mr. G. Lowry Riggins and Mr. practice will continue in the future. At Jerry Vance. These men have demonstrated their outstanding service to the Chapter and to the bands here.

The Epsilon Theta Chapter has had two members elected to Who's Who in

JAZZ MEN Charley Reinken The men of New Orleans' Preservation

the recent smoker held for prospective Hall Jazz Band became Fraternity men on pledges, it was learned that the new October 12. The Preservation Hall Jazz pledge class will almost double the pre- Band is a bastion of the real Dixieland sent membership, and the membership sound as it originated near the turn of the will almost be tripled in another year. century. All the members are 65 or older, with the exception of tuba player Allan

West Point

Jaffe, who incidentally is also the owner of Preservation

Hall in New Orleans.

Other members are DeDe Pierce, trumpet; his wife BUlie, piano; Willie Humphrey,

because Happiness is a warm,dry Band!

clarinet; Cie Frazier, drums; and Jim Robinson, trombone. The band is well on its way to becom-

Generously cut cape allows

ing an annual tradition at this school,

free arm movement. Flared bottom permits full stride.

having presented concerts to a packed house for the past three years. Theirs is

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the type of music that cannot fail to inspire the audience to such acts as spontaneously dancing and throwing flowers to the stage during the concertboth of which happened during their most recent hit performance. Recognizing the contribution these men have made to music for a collective

total of some 250 years. Alpha Omicron voted unanimously on October 9 to initiate them as Honorary members of Kappa Kappa Psi. After they had per formed for more than two hours in the

Ballroom at the Tech Union, they were escorted to the Music Building, where the ceremonies were led by President Tony Clines. Assisting were members Bob Cross, Jerry Gowler, Tom McNeal, Jerome O'Rear, Eldon Reynolds, Jim Schutza, Carl Spratt, and Don Thigpen. NOTICE TO CHAPTER

PRESIDENTS AND/OR SECRETARIES

A historical study of college bands is currently underway at Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida. If you

have available a history of (or historical information about) your own college band, or if you know the location of any such material (newspaper and magazine articles included), you are requested to send the information to; Lamar K. McCarrell 1322 Hancock Street

Tallaliassee, Florida 32304

"UNIFORMS BY OSTWALD" INC., OSTWALD PLAZA, STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. 10314 40

Your aid will be of benefit to your own band program, to the researcher, and to the cause of bands throughout the country.

ABOUT THE COVER Too often we take our Direc

tors for granted, and, being the hard-hearted individuals that they

are, we seldom see any show of enthusiasm or spirit on their parts (ALMOST)

game or half-time show is going to go, and can't relax for a minute worrying about you. But every once in awhile, they "let go" and follow the teams progress with every bit as much intensity as the bass player in the back ranks. Such intensity has been captured for us by a photographer at the Epsilon Kappa Chapter, who caught Director Eddie Pace of the Angelo State Bands with his spirit

The questions that have been tlirown at Convention par ticipants concerning our present grave situation have probably been knotty enough to choke an elephant, especially in light of the lurid terms, "disclosure," "emergency session," "def

alcation," "embezzlement," and "suicide." All of these pro vide the lexicon of some pretty bizare happenings at your National Office in the months preceeding the Fiftieth Anniver

sary Convention-and regardless of how much like an Alfred Hitchcock thriller it sounds, the active and alumnal member

ship have a right to know what happened to us; what we're doing about it; and where we are now. As to what happened, it goes like this. An unusual num ber of fire calls to the building housing the National Office

prompted me to ask the State Fire Marshal to help the OSU authorities in their investigation. In view of the fire last July 11, a call for an immediate audit of our books was made by the Fire Marshal. As Executive Secretary, 1 took every means to cooperate with the authorities, including the administration of polygraph (lie-detector) examinations to myself and our two office workers. The result of the examinations and the manner in which

the investigation was proceeding, led me to discharge the per son most responsible for our bookkeeping procedures and fin ancial records. With her departure, we discovered the loss of all materials needed to begin an audit: deposit slips, canceled checks, bank statements, check stubs, ledger books, financial statements-anything that would help an independent agency to carry out a full financial investigation.

After intensive questioning concerning the whereabouts of these materials, our former employee, the wife of a campus security officer, was found with a gunshot wound in the head of which she died shortly after. In the interim between the start of the investigation and the death of this person, the local police had uncovered "evidence" (since proven false) alleging

all manner of questionable activities concerning your Execu tive Secretary and his business and professional contacts.

Phone calls threatening the life of both his family and himself were received. This "evidence" and the calls have since been

traced to the deceased by an attorney, and have been ruled as attempts to cover massive embezzlement and mismanagement

of National Office monies by the District Attorney's office. Now where do we stand at present? Since all of this

for the football team. They must be concerned about how the pre-

showing!

Accounts Payable and deficit that appear in the Convention Minutes, and which are explained in greater detail in the Na tional Treasurer's reports. Our trust funds were depleted in an effort to meet current expenses just prior and during the Con vention, and our customary "financial cushion" is no more.

What happened? Simply this. We put our faith in a per

fectly sound financial and accounting system, followed every acceptable auditing procedure we were aware of, made every effort to check periodically and to effect what internal control we could in a three-person office; and we were lied to every step of the way! The person responsible for preparing financial reports juggled figures, gave inaccurate forecasts, prepared false information on the status of our current accounts, and

betrayed the trust which her employers had in her. Every figure, every total balance and every "voided" checkstub was a lie.

And these lies were passed on to you, the membership, by your Executive Secretary in good faith. The reports he sent to the national officers showed a rosy picture, indeed, and were (seemingly) not allowed to show anything else. His per iodic checks were met with full assurances, and it was not until

the death of the party involved, that a singularly tangled web of lies and deceits was uncovered.

Dramatic, yes- and just a little hard to believe, 1 am sure. But it did happen and this is what you have to know. We have instituted new procedures to see that it doesn't happen again. We have changed banks to make sure that forgeries are not honored again. We have set up a continuous and completely unannounced audit with spot-checking procedures that cannot be broken. We have assured our creditors of our good faith, of

your good intentions, and of our expectation that your Chap ters will provide the revenue needed to meet our obligationsmany of them already considered (and shown on the books) as having been paid. Clever? Yes. Were we "taken?" Definitely. Could it have been avoided? Questionable at this point. We relied on the

word of someone who,to all intents and purposes, was doing a fine job in a competant manner. How were we to know that we were working with a person who has since been adjudged a

occured just a little more than 60 days before the Convention

possible borderline psychotic?

l^cgan in Stillwater, the investigation was pressed with all pos sible speed. An attorney was engaged, and the reluctant but

your minds, but one thing should be clear to the membership.

^mplete cooperation of the campus security officials was se

cured. The appropriate university and municipal authorities Were notified, and an immediate reconstruction of our finan

cial condition was begun by an independent auditor. This audit has since shown that well over $5,200 was

taken from our accounts via forged checks, and that there is

every possibility that up to an amount that could be as high as iO,()00 was never recorded as having been received by eit er

Of course, there will continue to be many questions in We have, with the complete trust and confidence of both

Councils, done our very best to clean up what is conservatively called "a twisted, bizarre business," and have still preserved the good name of our two organizations. I think you will find them still shining bright-but dependent on your continued

support in the worst way. Please make every effort to assist us in maintaining a solid financial base for the next two years

operations. The future is still as bright as it ever was, and we

the Fraternity or Sorority. Over-spending in budgetary items

have weathered worse storms than this to advance the cause

for the biennium 1967-69 account for much of the substantial

and the ideals of the college b^nd-Robert //. Rubin.

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