Soloists Dawn Hess and Duan Hayes brought standing ovations with their renditions of Think of Me from Phantom of the Opera and Somewhere from West Side Story. The most nostalgic and memorable moment of the weekend occurred on Saturday night at the Celebration Banquet when former choir director, Russ Marshall, stood to direct 58 alumni members of the Simpson College Renanah Choir. The voices were rich with maturity and joyful in their submission once again to the discipline of their master s hand. It was a momentous occasion and a milestone for all in attendance. Click to Enlarge Alumni gather on Friday afternoon at the Bill and Mickey Cooper Residence for their 50 years reunion.
Parents enjoy beautiful weather and a picnic lunch on the patio, hosted by students.
Former Renanah Choir Director, Russ Marshall, congratulates his choir. The choir sits for a formal portrait at the conclusion of a memorable weekend. The choir performs admirably and with gusto. The Class of 1950 together once again October 13, 2000. Back to Broadway musicale, directed by Dr. Paul Thorlakson and Professor Steve McCollum, was a smashing success.