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“Attention Earthlings”: Behind The Scenes of a Winter Guard Production

Hannah McDonough, Horizon Assistant Editor
April 29, 2024
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Waving his baton, Head Band Director Thomas Turpin leads the concert band for their spring concert. The concert would mark his last show before his departure from Westwood. This concert was really special since we got to send off someone who had such a positive impact on us, Adaline Boyd 26 said.
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Captain Keira Humphries 24 practices rifle choreography during equipment warm up right before the color guards performance at WGI San Antonio. They placed 12th in both prelims and finals.
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About the Contributor
Hannah McDonough
Hannah McDonough, Horizon Assistant Editor
Class of 2024 I am so excited to continue working on the Horizon this year! Aside from writing and reporting, some of my favorite things to do include reading, listening to music, and watching Gilmore Girls.
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