a first-year success

Columbus High School Band Director Don Spitzenberger, left, led the Cardinal band starting in 1974, achieving great success and top standings in many UIL contests. After several years between other directors, Alexander Busby now leads the CHS band, bringing new excitement and growth in music development. Alumni from the 50s and later attended the gathering on Feb. 22 at the Columbus High School band hall. Banner Press photo by John Jones, a former trumpet player and band alumnus