NHBT Member performs with Etobicoke Community Concert Band
Nyela d’Endel (alto sax, Symphonic Band) invites fellow band members to hear and support the Etobicoke Community Concert Band, for their annual Christmas Gala on Friday, December 7th at 8:00pm, 85 Montgomery Road in Etobicoke (Etobicoke Collegiate Institute auditorium). Featuring guest Jean Augustine as the narrator of Clement Clarke Moore’s ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Tickets are […]
NHBT members perform with Toronto Choral Society
Several of our NHBT members are active in other musical organizations as well. Rosemary Clark (F. Horn) and Heather (Flute) invite you to an upcoming concert where they are performing – Dec 5th at Koerner Hall. Ticket cost and concert details at the following link: Toronto Choral Society Concert
New Horizons Band Camp ~ A report from Chautauqua, New York Sept 2018
A new band season, and for some NHBT players, another opportunity to enjoy music camp. The New Horizons Music Camp at Chautauqua, New York opened on Sunday, September 23 at the Bellinger Hall Retreat Centre. The four days of classes included large and small ensembles and sectional rehearsals. On Wednesday evening, the ensembles performed for […]
Natural Horn ~ History and demonstration
Have you wondered about how the natural horn works? Here’s a short video that explains the history and demonstrates the instrument. https://www.facebook.com/carnegiehall/videos/250263312500990/UzpfSTE2NzkyNDU4NjY6MTAyMTExNDQ0MzQ4MDE2MDU/
NHBT member in performance ~ Beverly Taft Sept 23rd
Beverly Taft is singing at The Rex Hotel this Sunday, September 23rd. Beverly plays clarinet in the Wednesday Concert Band This is a a pay-what-you-can matinee show (3:30-6:30pm) with a wonderful band: Adrean Farrugia on piano Ross MacIntyre on upright bass Terry Clarke on drums Chris Gale on tenor sax The Rex Hotel Jazz and Blues […]
Canadian Band Association ~ Community Band Weekend
The Canadian Band Association Fall Community Band Weekend will be hosted by the Nickel City Wind Ensemble of Sudbury, Ontario. A weekend filled with music making, celebration, and collaboration with like minded musicians from across the province who share similar passions for band music. Come and experience the joys of playing in a mass band […]
Recollectiv – Rekindling the mind
If you are interested in giving back with your musical talents, consider volunteering with ReCollectiv. This group is specifically for musicians with memory challenges. Check out their website and information below. Donna Recollectiv Toronto’s Recollectiv is a unique musical group whose members are mainly made up of people affected by cognitive challenges (caused by Dementia, Alzheimers, Parkinsons, Stroke, […]
Learning Music Isn’t Just Fun – It’s Good for You!
We hear a lot about how music can help young children, but did you know that it can help you as an adult too? Check out this great video that shows how good music can be for you!
Instrument Exploration Workshop
Wondering what instrument to play? Curious about trying a new instrument? Join us at our Instrument Exploration Workshop. You’ll be able to try a range of instruments under expert guidance. Volunteers will be there to help with registration. When and where: Thursday, September 13, 2018, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Long & McQuade, Band Department (2nd floor), 925 Bloor Street West, […]
Sept 6th Article in Toronto.com & Toronto Star
The Sept 6th edition of Toronto.com features some of our NHBT band members and their stories. This article also featured in the Toronto Star. New Horizons Toronto creates community for ‘mature’ musicians
