Nov. 4, 1988 The News Argus PAGE 9
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Band major leads Marching Rams
By J a n e t Pierce
For many, the most exciting part of any football game
is the action that takes place on liic field during halftime.
Excitement fills the air as the drum major marches on to
the field and motions the band to begin halftime perfor­
mance.
Juan Eckard leads the Marching Rams as drum major
this year. A senior music education major and a native of
Charlotte, Eckard also played an active roll in his high
school band. His love for music continued at WSSU, and
since his freshman year here, Eckard has been active in the
marching, symphonic, stage and pep bands. Eckard's inter­
est in becoming a drum major was sparked in high school,
where he was chosen to lead the West Charlotte High
School Marching Lions.
Hoping to em ulate such men as former WSSIJ drum
major Aaron Orr, and former band director Dr. Fred T an­
ner, tx k ard says his main goals are to promote unity,
Eckard replied with a chuckle, "through faitli and pi^sycr, I
guess."
Eckard has been an alto sa.:ophone player sinc^ lie
fifth grade and strongly agrees with the old saying, iractice makes pcrfect." The marching Rams practice ■ 'uetimes more than five hours a day.
Being a drum major is not an easy job," E ckarr aid,
"but then again, nothing comes easy. Anything yoi .vani,
you have to for."
Ja n et Pierce is a senior m ajoring in m a ss c o m : . inicaiions.
Scarlet Lace adds glamour
By Yvette Scott-Moore
Introducing Scarlet Lace, 16 dazzling dancers dressed in
scarlet sequins.
Last Fall Scarlet Lace was organized to complement
Winston-Salem Salem State University's marching band. The
dancers are a glittering feature to the band according to one
student. The group is directed by Vivian Reid.
Some students describe Scarlet Lace's dance steps as
striking, alluring and electrifying.
Scarlet Lace's elegant entrance immediately brings tlie
audience to its feet, resulting in an uproar of applause and
cheers. Their repertoire is always contemporary and adds
grandeur to the band. Their dance routines are usually con­
cise, leaving the audience pleading for more.
"We're called Lace because we represent grace', beauty
and the sheer elegance of a lady," says Angie Peterson , one
member. The newest members of Scarlet Lace are referred to
as "Doilies."
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One of Ms. Peterson's greatest desires is for Scar
to become a competitive dance troupe, she said. "I'd I
us to compete publicly with other university dancers,
one day we'll bccome as widely known as the Dallas i
girls." She feels that she is a part of a very special gr
young women who add an extra touch of class to the
Ms. Peterson explained that in Scarlet Lace's init
stages, a small number of people chose not to accept i
dancers as part of the band. Therefore, the dancers w
repeatedly faced with rejection. Some have been refc
as "go-go girls."
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Even though this is only Lace's second year, the i mbers
have already begun to leave the crowd very impresscc "Keep
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up the good work Lace; I look forward to seeing you
week," says one faithful Ram fan.
Ms. Scott-Moore is a senior majoring in English.
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past experiences in school. Home­
coming is also a time when school
spirit should be at its peak, and
tfiould be one of the most exciting
times of the school year."
among the students. It seems if
everybody comes together as one.
Some students may say it's like a
WSSU Christmas"
running around like chickens with
their heads cut off. Being a foot­
ball player, homecoming also puts
you in the spirit where winning is
your majOT goal."
that week, and being in the band,
I play a major role in helping the
band STRUT their stuff!"
Corey O'Neal Barrett
From: Washington D.C.
Major: Business
"My favorite thing about
homecoming is the all night par­
ties, and the over excited students
Valery Sanders
From: Gastonia
Major: Music
"What I like best about
homecoming is all of the activi­
ties that will be going on during
Lydia Barber
From: Winston-Salem
Major: Education
"The best thing about h ,iecoming is having a successfi.’
Founder's Day and experiei'.cing the
once-a-year homecoming par: e. It's
wonderful to see and hear ali: .e
excitement that takes place cnly
oneweelc. In that one weel ou
carry special memories tha lil stay
with you for a lifetime."
Lamar Grier
From: Charlotte
Major: Business Administration
"What I like most about
homecoming is the togetherness
Tonja Gibson
From: Kannapolis
Major: Undecided
"What I like most about home­
coming is the school spirit that
everyone shares and the week-long
activities to make it all complete."