LOS ALAMITOS HIGH SCHOOLXTRAVAGANZAMarch 19–21, 2015

LOS ALAMITOS HIGH SCHOOLXTRAVAGANZAMarch 19–21, 2015

PAUL GULSVIGPaul Gulsvig has been involved in Choral Education forthe past 42 years, and retired in 2006 from OnalaskaHigh School in Onalaska, WI where he taught for 28 of those 42 years.

Paul Gulsvig has begun a new career with a newcompany, More Than Music. Paul's new career

includes; retreat presenter, show doctor, motivational speaker, leadershipworkshops for high school, in-service workshops for school districts andshow choir adjudication. He has been able to assist a wide variety ofschools, including elementary, middle & high schools, college andgraduate programs. Having directed All-State and Regional Choirs inNebraska, Alabama, Alaska, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Arizona, Paulhas been involved in a variety of educational experiences.

He is most proud of his three children who have college degrees inmusic. Amy and Jennifer are both Choral Directors in Florida andWisconsin. Kurt is involved in entertainment as a talent agent, workingfor SBV based in Hollywood, California.

In his spare time, you will find Paul on the golf course, working out atthe fitness center or spending time with his grand twins, Hailey and Rileyand their new sister, Lily Grace.

We are thrilled to be hosting over 45 of the most talented groups in competitive show choirthis year. The number of choirs continues to go up as show choir becomes more and morepopular across the country. I hope you truly enjoy the varied performance styles, sound andunique productions of our competitive groups. We are honored to have you here and very proudto be hosting this incredible line-up. Our event will surely be a success with your dedication, hardwork and passion fueling what we do. Our distinguished panel of judges has a varied backgroundin all aspects of show choir and vocal education. We are honored to have these talentedindividuals at Xtravaganza to share their expertise and knowledge with each of our competinggroups. I hope their insights and advice add to the success of your students throughout this competition season and well into the future. An event of this size doesn't happen alone. I wouldlike to personally thank the army of parents and student volunteers who have contributed theirtime and energy toward making this event a fun and memorable experience for all. If you have

any questions or need information during the competition please ask any of our volunteers, wearing black XTRAVAGANZA teeshirts, and they will be more than happy to assist you. Please take the time to enjoy a delicious meal at our food court orpurchase a tee shirt as a souvenir—there is something for everyone at Xtravaganza and it’s our goal to show you a great time!On behalf of the students, families and faculty at Los Alamitos High School, Welcome to Xtravaganza 2015!

David MoellenkampVocal Music Director, Los Alamitos High School

Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent. —Victor Hugo—

MICHELLE JENSENMichelle is a choral director, clinician, and teacher.Currently directing the Chamber Singers and teachingin the area of Music Education at Azusa PacificUniversity, she has also served as an adjunct instructorat the University of Southern California where she iscurrently pursuing a DMA in Choral Music and earned

both her BM and MME. Michelle is a member of both SAG and AFTRAwith an extensive performance resume including commercials, voice-overs, music videos, guest-star roles on television and live performances.Michelle continues to serve as a clinician, adjudicator, honor choirconductor, choreographer, and guest artist throughout the United Statesand abroad.

Adjudicators

TINA GLANDER PETERSONTina Glander Peterson is Director of Choirs at IrvineHigh School where she directs five choirs and APmusic theory. She is currently in her second season asAssistant Director of the Southern California Children’sChoir for Concert Choir and Ensemble. Mrs. Petersonalso serves as the Minister of Music at Church of the

Foothills in Tustin, CA. For three years she was the Director of Choirs atOak Middle School (Sing with Pride!) in Los Alamitos, CA., and taughtmiddle school choral music for ten years in the public schools ofWisconsin. While in Wisconsin she was also the conductor of theMilwaukee Children’s Choir upper-level treble ensemble, the Cantorei Choir.In 2005, Mrs. Peterson was the recipient of the WCDA Middle LevelChoral Director of the Year Award. Her choirs have been selected toperform for state conventions and special performances including the2001 WMEA State Convention, the 2003 WCDA State Convention, andthe 2010 CMEA state convention in Sacramento, CA. She is an activeadjudicator and guest clinician for choral music festivals and performanceevents around the state. She is a member of American Choral DirectorsAssociation (ACDA) and The Southern California Vocal Association(SCVA). Mrs. Peterson earned her Bachelor of Music Education degreefrom University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and her Master of Music inMusic Education and Choral Conducting from the University ofWisconsin-Milwaukee. Tina lives in Tustin, CA with her handsomehusband Chris and her two adorable puppies, Hannya and Suki.

ELLEN SKINNEREllen J. Skinner is a retired Michigan communityCollege professor of music theatre, show and chamberchoir. She also taught high school for 38 years whereher show groups were National Champions year afteryear. In the 90s her groups were some of the first toincorporate stories and musical theatre aspects into a

competition group. In her retirement, she has taught music productionand served as a vocal and choral coach for Los Alamitos High School aswell as teaching private voice and judging show choir and solo classicalstate competitions throughout the Midwest.

Ellen has two grown daughters and three grandsons who she enjoysspending time with at her summer lake cottage in Indiana.

THOR STEINGRABERThor Steingraber is the Executive Director of the ValleyPerforming Arts Center at California State University,Northridge, and former Vice President of Programmingat the Los Angeles Music Center. Thor brings to thisrole over 20 years in the performing arts, as a director,writer, and arts administrator. As a director his work

has appeared on 3 continents and at most of the major American operahouses, including Lincoln Center, San Francisco Opera, Santa Fe Opera,and Lyric Opera of Chicago. He enjoyed a relationship with the LosAngeles Opera for more than a decade, where he directed regularly. Asan educator, Thor has taught at some of the nation’s most esteemeduniversities and conservatories, including Yale School of Music, IndianaUniversity, and the Curtis Institute.

MICHAEL ORLANDMichael Orland is currently the Pianist, Arranger andAssociate Musical Director for the hit FOX-TV seriesAMERICAN IDOL. Through this amazing opportunity,Michael has appeared on OPRAH, ENTERTAINMENTTONIGHT, ACCESS HOLLYWOOD and a recordnumber of appearances on THE ELLEN SHOW. At the

end of every IDOL season, Michael also accompanies the top 3contestants to New York for appearances on REGIS & KELLY, CBS EARLYSHOW, and concerts on the plaza for THE TODAY SHOW. He hascollaborated with music industry giants such as Burt Bacharach, NeilSedaka, Diane Warren, Elton John, Dolly Parton, Martina McBride,Jennifer Lopez, and Tony Bennett all as a result of American Idol. He alsoserved as a pianist/coach for the successful summer series AMERICA’SGOT TALENT (Seasons 1 & 2) and a few seasons back AMERICANJUNIORS and has Associate Produced two hit singles (GOD BLESS THEU.S.A. and WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW IS LOVE) for AMERICANIDOL as well as the hit compilation CD from AMERICAN JUNIORS.

Michael began his impressive musical career in his hometown ofWorcester, Massachusetts at the tender age of three, when he escortedeach member of his family, one by one, to see “MARY POPPINS” andthen sat down at the piano and played the songs by ear. Since thisauspicious beginning, he has become one of the most acclaimed musicaldirectors on the concert, theater, and nightclub scene.

In addition to playing and conducting for many celebrities includingSusan Anton, Lucie Arnaz, Kaye Ballard, Lynda Carter, Sam Harris, JenniferHolliday, Lainie Kazan, Sally Kellerman, Gladys Knight, Barry Manilow,Maureen McGovern, Chita Rivera, Cybill Shepherd and the late WaylandFlowers & Madame, Michael played for the hit shows “FORBIDDENBROADWAY”, “RUTHLESS!”, and “WHEN PIGS FLY” in Los Angeles. Hemade his Hollywood Bowl debut accompanying the legendary MGM starAnn Miller.

Prior to AMERICAN IDOL, television appearances have included TheRosie O’Donnell Show, Leeza, The Maury Povich Show, The Wayne BradyShow, and Geraldo. He also appeared on the hit sitcom “THE NANNY”performing an original song. He also played a pianist (it’s a stretch) onthe WB sitcom “WHAT I LIKE ABOUT YOU” and the UPN sitcom HALF &HALF.

Every winter, Michael musically directs one of the touring companiesof the RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR starring the world-famousRockettes. And he is now a published author in the best-selling book“Chicken Soup For The American Idol Soul” An accomplished songwriter,his songs have been featured on several daytime soaps and primetimeshows. On recordings, he can be heard on Debbie Gravitte’s “AlanMenken Album” and “MGM Album”; Rita McKenzie’s “Ethel Merman’sBroadway”, “Ruthless! The Musical”, and produced and arranged severalCD’s for cabaret artists. Michael is currently working on a solo pianoalbum due out soon.

Adjudicators

Thursday, March 19, 2015

DIVISION 1

Middle School Unisex4:10 McAuliffe, Los Alamitos, CA—Studio Singers Director: Shannon Wallace

4:30 Oak, Los Alamitos, CA—Showstoppers Director: Rachelle Randeen Choreography: Jamie McMahon Stepsister's Lament ....................................Rodgers & Hammerstien Dig A Little Deeper.................................................Randy Newman Wanting Memories..............................................Ysaye M. Barnwell Sisters.....................................................Irving Berlin/Arr. by Kirby Shaw We Are Family ...................B. Edwards & N. Rodgers/Arr. by C Wilson

4:50 Luther Burbank, Burbank, CA—Spotlight Director: Tony Redman Choreography: Marie Gutierrez Let's Go Flying/International Smile Jet Set Roam High Flight Any Place I Hang My Hat is Home Fancy/Jai Ho/Spice Up Your Life

Middle School Mixed5:10 Tetzlaff Cerritos, CA—Tetzlaff Show Choir Director: Matthew Gullett

5:30 St Anne’s, Laguna Niguel, CA—Harmon Knights Director: Karen Franson Choreography: Harmony Cruz MOTOWN PACKAGE MOTOWN THE MUSICAL (Section 1) ........Arranged by Mac Huff Papa Was a Rollin Stone I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey) Ain’t Too Proud to Beg Baby I Need Your Lovin I Can’t Get Next to You Reach Out, I’ll Be There I’m Losing You (I Know) MOTOWN THE MUSICAL (Section 3) ........Arranged by Mac Huff I Heard it Through the Grapevine Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours Ain’t No Mountain High Enough Do You Love Me Endless Love ............................................Arranged by Ed Lojeski Get Ready/Dancing in the Street .......Arranged by Roger Emerson

5:50 Lexington , Cypress, CA—Velocity Director: Cherie Batinga

6:10 Luther Burbank, Burbank, CA—Starlight Director: Tony Redman Choreography: Leo Ayala Rhythm Nation Black or White World Anthem Save the World/Heroes We Will Find a Way

6:30 Travis Ranch‚ Yorba Linda, CA—Encore Director: Jessica Schlenz

Middle School Men 6:50 McAuliffe, Los Alamitos, CA—Soul Men Director: Shannon Wallace

7:10 Oak, Los Alamitos, CA—Showmen Elite Director: Rachelle Randeen Choreography: Jamie McMahon Step In Time ..........................................Richard M& Robert B Sherman Reach Out I’ll Be There ........................ Lamont Dozier, Brian Holland & Eddie Holland Stand By Me .....................................................Arr. by Steve Delehanty Play That Funky Music ..............................Rob Pariss/Arr. by C Wilson Classic ...........Evan "Kidd" Bogart, Andrew Goldstein, Emanuel Kiriakou & Lindy Robbins

7:40 AWARDS

Friday March 20, 2015

DIVISION 2

Novice Women4:00 Eisenhower, Rialto,CA—Ikettes Director: Stefanie Chamberlain Choreography: Jefferey Hemmerling and Lindsey Farris “Magic in the Air”

4:20 Hart, Newhall, CA—SweetHarts Director: Gail Hart

4:40 Valley Vista, Surprise, AZ—Avalon Director: Daniel Tenney

Intermediate Women5:00 Esperanza, Anaheim, CA—Vivace Director: Michael Fenton

5:20 Carlsbad, Carlsbad, CA—Encore Director: Jessie Bullock Choreography: Damon Brown, Carrie Smith, Marie Gutierrez Little Red Riding Hood

5:40 Eastlake, Chula Vista, CA—Spotlight Ladies Director: Joe DeMers Beast And The Harlot .............................M. Shadows, arr. A. Orbison Back To Black ...........................................................Winehouse/Ronson Solo: Jannae Deinla A Light In The Dark ......................Monroe/Vanderhoof, arr. A. Orbison No One Is Alone ................................................Sondheim, arr. Brymer Solos: Hannah Perez, Myranda Young, Kate Lugue Break Free ....................................Zaslavski/Martin/Kotecha, arr. Scoville Solo: Shaliyah Ruelos

6:00 Hart, Newhall, CA—Hartbreakers Director: Gail Hart

6:30 AWARDS

6:30 DINNER

DIVISION 3

Novice Mixed I7:40 Duarte, Duarte, CA—Cantabile Show Choir Director: Claire Hsu Choreography: Katrina Ortiz Bang Bang/Charleston........................................................Claire Hsu Crazy in Love .......................................Beyoncé Knowles, Rich Harrison, Shawn Carter and Eugene Record Young and Beautiful/Not a Bad Thing ...........................Claire Hsu Smile ....................................................................................Steve Zegree Love Runs Out ..................................................................Mark Brymer A Little Party ..........................................................................Claire Hsu

8:00 Gladstone, Covina CA—Sonic Boom Director: Jade Clavesilla

8:20 Otay Ranch, Chula Vista, CA—Full Effect Director: Kirsten Shetler

8:40 Orange Glen, Escondido, CA—Opus 1 Director: John M. Johnson Choreography: Shaye Johnson WEATHER! Umbrella/Singin’ In The Rain.............................Arr. John M Johnson It’s Rainin’ Men .............................................................Arr. Greg Gilpin Over The Rainbow.........................................................Arr. Andy Beck Walkin’ On Sunshine ............................................Arr. John M Johnson Mr. Blue Sky............................................................Arr. John M Johnson

9:00 Vista, Vista, CA—ShowCats Director: Jennifer Corso Choreography: Dominic Matas, Carrie Smith LOOK UP Toxic/Latch, Cult Logic, Addicted to You,Decode, Ordinary Human, Forgotten How It Feels to Fly

Novice Mixed II9:20 Valley Vista, Surprise, AZ—Vocal Thunder Director: Daniel Tenney

9:40 John F. Kennedy, La Palma. CA—Kryptonite Director: Sarah Anderson Choreography: Soleil Garcia Too Darn Hot .......................................arranger for all: Sarah Anderson Hot Stuff Girl on Fire Hot & Cold Burn it Down Burning Up Fire & Rain/Set Rain Hot Patootie arranger for all: Sarah Anderson

10:00 Western, Anaheim, CA—Vocal Motion Director: Paul Wargo Choreography: Jacklyn Smith Turn on the Radio ...............................................................arr. Wargo Black or White ..........................................................................arr. Huff Unchained Melody .............................................................arr. Brymer Stand By Me ...........................................................................arr. Shaw Applause ................................................................................arr. Brymer

10:20 Eisenhower, Rialto, Ca—Ike Singers Director: Stefanie Chamberlain Choreography: Evelyn Newman Let's Go To The Movies

10:50 AWARDS

Saturday March 21, 2015

DIVISION 4

Intermediate Mixed9:00 Golden Valley, Santa Clarita, CA—Rhapsody in Gold Director: Kerry Riccio Aguero Choreography: Mel Mullenger & Claudine San Jose Jackson 5 Medley Man in the Mirror You Are Not Alone The Way You Make Me Feel Smooth Criminal Thriller Startin’ Something Black & White

—Intermediate Mixed Division Continued Next Page—

9:20 Eastlake, Chula Vista, CA—Centerstage Director: Joe DeMers Choreography: Jonathan Ross I Ran ....................................................A Flock Of Seagulls, arr. A.Orbison Come On Eileen ..........................................Rowland/Patterson/Adams Solo: Romeo Mark Bautista Time After Time.....................................Lauper/Hyman, arr. A. Orbison Solos: Catherine Mara, Romeo Mark Bautista Girls Just Want To Have Fun ...............................Hazard, arr. Brymer Solo: Cayla Figueroa Hungry Like The Wolf...................Le Bon/Rhodes/Taylor/Taylor/Taylor Solo: Jerem Tolentino Dancing On The Ceiling .................Ritchie/Rios/Frenchik, arr. Scoville Solos: Catherine Mara, Romeo Mark Bautista

9:40 Mark Keppel, Alhambra, CA—Aztec Singers Director: Tony Azeltine

10:00 Martin Luther King, Riverside, CA—Show Choir Director: Brian Holm, Deanna Morrison, Kelsey Anderson Choreography: Hollee Cool, Erin Metz, Krystal Gonzalez There’s No Business Like Show Business ................................................... Irving Berlin; Arr. Mark Brymer Under Pressure .................................................................Arr. Mac Huff 21 Guns .....................................................................Arr. Roger Emerson

10:20 Burbank, Burbank, CA—Out of the Blue Directors: Brett Carroll and Randy Sage Choreography: Randy Sage and Damon Brown

10:40 Hart, Newhall, CA—Hart n Soul Director: Gail Hart

11:10 AWARDS

DIVISION 5

Advanced Women12:00 Bonita Vista, Chula Vista, CA—Sound Unlimited Director: Gail Kennedy Choreography: Jenny Annas, Jen Oundjian, Jenn Catz, Tessandra Chavez, David Legg Artistic Director: David Legg Fashion Medley: .......................................................Arr. by David Legg It’s All About Me: .....................................................Arr. by David Legg My Hair Looks Fierce: .............................................Arr. by David Legg Beautiful Girl: .......................................................................David Legg True Beauty: ..............................................................Arr. by David Legg Stand Out: .................................................................Arr. by David Legg

12:25 Burbank, Burbank, CA—Impressions Director: Brett Carroll and Randy Sage Choreography: Randy Sage and April James

Men1:00 Valley Vista, Surprise, AZ—Excalibur Director: Daniel Tenney

1:20 Hart, Newhall, CA—Unleashed Director: Gail Hart

1:40 Mt. Eden, Hayward, CA—Who’s Yo Daddy? Director: Ken Rawdon Choreography: Fernando Lopez, Rocky Concepcion, and Jedd Descalzo Bright Lights/Bigger City......................................arr. Eric Van Cleave Uptown Funk .........................................arr. Ken Rawdon / Ronnie Cato Troublemaker.................................................................arr. David Legg Gone ...................................................................................Deke Sharron Sound Off .............................................................................Paul Rardin Take Me To Church..............................arr. Ken Rawdon / Ronnie Cato

2:15 AWARDS

2:30 LUNCH

DIVISION 6

Advanced Mixed AA3:30 Horizon, Scottsdale, AZ—Step on Stage Director: Allison Guilford Choreography: Kye Brackett “Life Unexpected” Weightless....................................................................arr. Jeremy Alfera Settle Down ................................................................arr. Jeremy Alfera Slave to the Rhythm .................................................arr. Jeremy Alfera Ready to Fly/Breakaway.......................................... arr. Jeremy Alfera I Lived ...........................................................................arr. Jeremy Alfera Rocketeer/Can't Hold Us .........................................arr. Jeremy Alfera

4:00 Paramount, Paramount CA—Team PAC Director: Sandra Wilson-Espinoza Choreography: Paloma Armijo Battle of Jericho ....................................................................M. Hogan The Show Must Go On ......................................................D. Scoville Who's Loving You ..............................................................S. Robinson All The Livelong Day .........................................................S. Schwartz I Know Where I've Been ..................................................M. Shaiman Uptown Funk ........................................................................M. Ronson

4:30 Carlsbad, Carlsbad, CA—Sound Express Director: Jessie Bullock Choreography: Damon Brown, Carrie Smith, Dominic Matas A Life Well Lived

5:00 Mt. Eden, Hayward, CA—Monarch Mirage Director: Ken Rawdon Choreography: Damon Brown Reveal ...............................................................................Damon Brown Spark of Creation ....................Stephen Schwartz / arr. Anita Cracauer Ballad of Mona Lisa (Panic at the Disco) ...arr. Andrew Cosentino Proud & Quiet ..........................................................arr. Aaron Coates You've Got Time ..........................Regina Spektor / arr. Anita Cracauer House of Love / A Million Miles To Go ..............arr. J. R. Marlowe

5:45 AWARDS

6:00 DINNER

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DIVISION 7

Advanced Mixed AAA7:00 Hart, Newhall, CA—Sound Vibrations Director: Gail Hart

7:35 Bonita Vista, Chula Vista, CA—Music Machine Director: Gail Kennedy Choreography: Jen Oundjian, Erik Hall, Jenny Annas, Ambrose Respicio, David Legg Artistic Director: David Legg Lux Aurumque ..................................................................Eric Whitacre Let There Be Light ..............................................................David Legg Go Light Your Candle.............................................Arr. by David Legg Poem Reading..........................................................Breanna Stockham Fix You .....................................................................Arr. by Mark Brymer Lead Kindly Light.....................................................Arr. by David Legg Firework ...................................................................Arr. by Mark Brymer Speak Light..........................................................Arr. by Eric Van Cleave

8:10 Burbank, Burbank, CA—InSync Director: Brett Carroll and Randy Sage Choreography: April James and Randy Sage Arranger/show designer: Josh Greene

8:45 Los Alamitos High School Exhibition—Sound FX

9:30 AWARDS

Albertsons, Long Beach

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Seal Beach

Daphne’s California Greek, Los Alamitos

Entenmann’s Outlet, Los Alamitos

Fresh & Easy, Garden Grove

Gelson’s, Long Beach Marina

Gourmet Cafe and Pie Company, Los Alamitos

Hof’s Hut Restaurant and Bakery, Los Alamitos

Jack in the Box, Los Alamitos

Katella Deli, Bakery and Restaurant, Los Alamitos

McDonald’s, Los Alamitos

Polly’s Pies Restaurant

Ralphs, Old Ranch Town Center

San Pedro Fish Company & The Ungaro Family

Sprouts Farmers Market, The Shops at Rossmoor

US Foods, Joy Harn

Whole Foods Market, Long Beach

Los Alamitos High School

PrincipalJoshua Arnold

Assistant PrincipalKen Lopour

Assistant PrincipalDr. Gregg Stone

Assistant PrincipalMelissa Miller

Assistant PrincipalIssaic Gates

Vocal Music DirectorDavid Moellenkamp

Sound TechnicianChap Cooper

Theatre TechnicianHeather Michaelson

Stage ManagersKathleen HardisonKori DeLeonSylvia LippincottScott Wimberly

Los Alamitos UnifiedSchool District

SuperintendentDr. Sherry Kropp Ed.D.

School Board MembersDr. Jeffrey BarkeMr. David BoyerMrs. Meg CutuliMrs. Diana HillMrs. Karen Russell

Note-Ables Booster Club Board

PresidentRachel Gooch

Vice PresidentZoe Hagmann

1st VP Ways and MeansJoy Harn

TreasurerKurt Kachigan

SecretaryKristy Spear

Financial SecretaryEileen Jewell

Charms CoordinatorGeri Lynn Smith

Xtravaganza Committee Leads

DirectorDavid Moellenkamp

Event ChairRachel Gooch

VMCsAbby KurtzColin LippincottTrevor LippincottKaroline Ribak

Front of HouseJoAnn AdamsValerie ChristyIrene Ribak

Back of HouseKori DeLeonKathleen HardisonScott Wimberly

VolunteersKaren Kachigan, Cyndi Ramirez

Food—Kitchen &LogisticsDebbie RedmondBecky Werner

Food—GrillJim DillonChris Hagmann

Snack BarDean Christensen

Judge’s Hospitality &TravelZoe Hagmann

Judges & Director’sLoungesCyndi RamirezMaria West

ScoringSherman Charles

In House PhotographySteve & Shirley Kahn

TrophiesLori Downs

ElectricianJames Young

T-shirtsKaren Kachigan

PR/AdvertisingBret Colson

ProgramCynthia Byrd

Acknowledgements

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