During our Regular Program (Sept – May) we offer concert band classes in a range of experience from beginner to advanced – About Us
In addition, we have workshops and our enrichment classes
All class schedules are in local Toronto time
NHBT policies and safety protocols have been updated as of Nov 28, 2022
The following safety protocols are in effect:
COVID Safety Protocols
Any member, teacher or visitor to the facility on NHBT business who is feeling unwell or has tested positive for COVID should not attend any in-person classes or enter the NHBT premises.
If you have tested positive for COVID or exhibit any COVID symptoms, please adhere to the following guidance:
If you have been in close contact with a positive case of COVID, please adhere to the following guidance:
Notification:
Members are reminded that virtual class is an option for all registered members. The Zoom link can be found on the members’ page, right above the link for your music.
NHBT has the following practices in place to protect the health and safety of our in-person members:
In-person members follow the protocols below:
Anyone planning to attend in-person classes (members, guests, band directors) must be fully vaccinated: proof of vaccination is required. This requirement also extends to any person on the NHBT premises conducting business for NHBT or using the NHBT office space.
If an individual cannot be vaccinated due to valid medical reasons or is exempt on grounds protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code, an accommodation can be requested. To ensure the on-going health and safety of all participants, the accommodation that will be offered will be to participate in the class virtually. Virtual classes are available for all who are unable or unwilling to attend in-person classes.
Partially vaccinated individuals may still register for in-person classes with the assumption that they will be fully vaccinated within 4 weeks of the start of the program. They will be required to participate virtually until they are fully vaccinated.
Definitions:
In-Person Classes – a class where all participants (students, guests, band directors) are physically in the same band rehearsal space. This may be a music performance class or any other in-person class.
Fully Vaccinated – participant has received their third dose of a 3-dose vaccine series (2 shots plus booster). The participant has also observed the 2-week waiting period after vaccination during which time the body’s immune system mounts a full response to the vaccine. All vaccines must be Health Canada approved.
Partially Vaccinated – participant has not received the full course of vaccination shots including the booster and/or has not observed the 2 week waiting period after their last shot.
Unvaccinated – individual has not received any doses of a Health Canada approved vaccine.
Proof of Vaccination – the Ministry of Health proof of vaccine with QR code is the only valid proof of vaccination for Ontarians. People from out of province or out of country must show proof of full vaccination along with photo ID.
This updated version of the Vaccination Policy is effective March 21, 2022.
The Term 1 Weekly Agenda for the 2023-24 season will be available soon
NHBT is proud to offer a rich selection of classes offered in different formats
Our 2023-24 season will include in-person band classes with the option of remote participation as well as online courses
In-person classes take place in our dedicated rehearsal space at 662 Victoria Park Ave (Danforth & Victoria Pk – Victoria Park transit and ample local parking).
We maintain a large music library as well as an extensive collection of percussion and other shared instruments and equipment. Music stands, chairs designed for musicians and facilities needed for the comfort of our members are provided (including extensive air filtration).
We celebrate our progress at every level of achievement with concerts for each other and our community.
Online classes are offered using free Zoom conferencing software (hosted by NHBT).
We livestream all performance classes to allow remote musicians to participate in band rehearsals.
Access to your membership and class information is made available to you via your account login at our Members page after order completion.
Our regular season runs from September to May over two terms for in-person / virtual (remote) band classes.
Term 1 runs from September to December. Term 2 runs from January to May.
See the Weekly Agenda below for details
Agenda and class descriptions for Term 1 2023-24 will be posted soon
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | |
T1 | Sep 12, 19, 26, Oct 3,10 (online), 17, 24, 31, Nov 7, 14, 21, 28, Dec 5, 12 Note: Beginner I classes start Sept 19th | Sep 13, 20, 27, Oct 4,11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 7, 15, 22, 29, Dec 6, 13 | Sep 14, 21, 28, Oct 5,12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 8, 16, 23, 30, Dec 7, 14 | Sep 15, 22, 29, Oct 6,13, 20, 27, Nov 3, 9, 17, 24, Dec 1, 8, 15 Note: Beginner I classes start Sept 22nd |
10am-12pm | B09 T1 22 Symphonic Band Tues. Morn 10:00am-12:00pm ~ Donna | J03 T1 22 Intermediate Big Band Wed. Morn 10:00am-12:00pm ~ Pat | B05 T1 22 Concert Band Thur Morn 10:00am-12:00pm ~ Marianne | |
1-3 pm | B13 T1 22 Wind Ensemble Tues Aft 1:00pm-3:00pm ~ Donna | J05 T1 22 Jazz Orchestra Wed. Aft 1:00pm-3:00pm ~ Pat | B01 T1 22 Beginner I Thur Aft 1:00pm-3:00pm ~ Marianne | |
7-9 pm | B02 T1 22 Beginner I Mon Eve 7:00pm-9:00pm ~ Diane | B11 T1 22 Symphonic Band Tues. Eve 7:00pm-9:00pm ~ Donna | B07 T1 22 Concert Band Wed Eve 7:00pm-9:00pm ~ Garry | B04 T1 22 Beginner II Thur Eve 7:00pm-9:00pm ~ Pat |
Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | |
T2 | Jan 18, 25, Feb 1, 8, 15, 22 Mar 1, 8, 22, 29 Apr 5, 12, 19, 26 May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 | Jan 19, 26 Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 Mar 2, 9, 23, 30, Apr 6, 13, 20, 27 May 4, 11, 18, 25 Jun 1 | Jan 20, 27 Feb 3, 10, 17, 24 Mar 3, 10, 24, 31 Apr 7, 14, 21, 28 May 5, 12, 19, 26 Jun 2 |
10am-12pm | B09 T2 21 Symphonic Band Tues. Morn 10:00am-12:00pm ~ Donna | J01 T2 21 Beginner Big Band Wed 10:00am-12:00 pm ~ Pat | B05 T2 21 Concert Band Thur Morn 10:00am-12:00pm ~ Marianne |
1-3 pm | B13 T2 21 Wind Ensemble Tues Aft 1:00-3:00 pm ~ Donna | J03 T2 21 Intermediate Big Band Wed 1:00-3:00 pm ~ Pat | B03 T2 21 Beginner II Thur Aft 1:00pm-3:00pm ~ Marianne |
4-5:30 pm | B02 T2 21 Beginner I Tues Aft 4:00pm-5:30pm | ||
7-9 pm | B11 T2 21 Symphonic Band Tues. Eve 7:00-9:00 pm ~ Donna | B07 T2 21 Concert Band Wed Eve 7:00pm-9:00pm ~ Garry | B04 T2 21 Beginner II Thur Eve 7:00pm-9:00pm ~ Donna |
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | |
T2 | Jan 16, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 Mar 6, 20, 27 Apr 3, 17, 24 May 1, 8, 15, 22 | Jan 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar 7, 21, 28 Apr 4, 18, 25 May 2, 9, 16, 23 | Jan 18, 25 Feb 1, 8, 15, 22 Mar 1, 8, 22, 29 Apr 5, 19, 26 May 3, 10, 17, 24 | Jan 19, 26 Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 Mar 2, 9, 23, 30 Apr 6, 20, 27 May 4, 11, 18, 25 |
10am-12pm | B09 T2 22 Symphonic Band Tues. Morn 10:00am-12:00pm ~ Donna | J03 T2 22 Intermediate Big Band Wed. Morn 10:00am-12:00pm ~ Pat | B05 T2 22 Concert Band Thur Morn 10:00am-12:00pm ~ Marianne | |
1-3 pm | B13 T2 22 Wind Ensemble Tues Aft 1:00pm-3:00pm ~ Donna | J05 T2 22 Jazz Orchestra Wed. Aft 1:00pm-3:00pm ~ Pat | ||
7-9 pm |
| B11 T2 22 Symphonic Band Tues. Eve 7:00pm-9:00pm ~ Donna | B07 T2 22 Concert Band Wed Eve 7:00pm-9:00pm ~ Garry | B04 T2 22 Beginner II Thur Eve 7:00pm-9:00pm ~ Pat B02 T2 22 Beginner I Thur Eve 7:00pm-9:00pm ~ Diane |
Quadmester 1 |
Quadmester 2 |
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Sep 13, 20, 27 Oct 4, 18, 25 |
Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Dec 6 |
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10-11am |
M51 Q1 21 20th Century Music Mon 10-11:00 am – Donna |
M52 Q2 21 Popular Music History Mon 10:00am-11:00am – Donna |
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12-1 pm |
M47 Q1 21 Renaissance History Mon 12:00-1:00 pm – Dan |
M50 Q2 21 Romantic History Mon 12:00-1:00 pm – Dan |
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2-3 pm |
M09 Q1 21 Beginner Theory Mon 2:00-3:00 pm – Dan |
M49 Q2 21 Classical History Mon 2:00-3:00 pm – Dan |
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4-5 pm |
M48 Q1 21 Baroque History Mon 4:00-5:00 pm – Garry |
M11 Q2 21 Intermediate Theory Mon 4:00-5:00 pm – Marianne | |
4-5:30 pm NOTE Dates and Day |
M54 Q1 21 Duets Thurs 4:00-5:30 pm – Maggie and Craig Sep 23, 30 Oct 7, 14, 21, 28 |
M54 Q2 21 Duets Thurs 4:00-5:30 pm – Maggie and Craig Nov 4, 12, 18, 25 Dec 2, 9 |
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7-9 pm |
Music for Life |
Music for Life |
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T1 |
Sep 21, 28 Oct 5, 12, 19, 26 Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Dec 7 |
Sep 22, 29 Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 Nov 3,10, 17, 24 Dec 1, 8 |
Sep 23, 30 Oct 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov 4, 11, 18, 25 Dec 2, 9 |
10am-12pm |
B09 T1 21 Symphonic Band Tues. Morn 10:00am-12:00pm – Donna |
J01 T1 21 Beginner Big Band Wed 10:00am-12:00 pm – Pat |
B05 T1 21 Concert Band Thur Morn – 10:00am–12:00pm – Marianne |
1-3pm |
B13 T1 21 Wind Ensemble Tues Aft 1:00-3:00 pm – Donna |
J03 T1 21 Intermediate Big Band Wed 1:00-3:00 pm – Pat |
B03 T1 21 Beginner II Thur Aft – 1:00pm–3:00pm – Marianne |
4-5:30 pm |
B02 T1 21 Beginner I Tues Aft – 4:00pm–5:30pm – Donna |
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7-9 pm |
B11 T1 21 Symphonic Band Tues. Eve 7:00-9:00 pm – Donna |
B07 T1 21 Concert Band Wed Eve – 7:00pm–9:00pm – Garry |
B04 T1 21 Beginner II Thur Eve – 7:00pm–9:00pm – Donna |
B02 T1 21 Beginner I Tues Aft – 4:00pm–5:30pm – Donna |
B03 T1 21 Beginner II Thur Aft – 1:00pm–3:00pm – Marianne |
B04 T1 21 Beginner II Thur Eve – 7:00pm–9:00pm – Donna |
B05 T1 21 Concert Band Thur Morn – 10:00am–12:00pm – Marianne |
B07 T1 21 Concert Band Wed Eve – 7:00pm–9:00pm – Garry |
B09 T1 21 Symphonic Band Tues. Morn 10:00am-12:00pm – Donna |
B11 T1 21 Symphonic Band Tues. Eve 7:00-9:00 pm – Donna |
B13 T1 21 Wind Ensemble Tues Aft 1:00-3:00 pm – Donna |
J01 T1 21 Beginner Big Band Wed 10:00am-12:00 pm – Pat |
J03 T1 21 Intermediate Big Band Wed 1:00-3:00 pm – Pat |
M09 Q1 21 Beginner Theory Mon 2:00-3:00 pm – Dan |
M11 Q2 21 Intermediate Theory Mon 4:00-5:00 pm – Marianne |
M47 Q1 21 Renaissance History Mon 12:00-1:00 pm – Dan |
M48 Q1 21 Baroque History Mon 4:00-5:00 pm – Garry |
M49 Q2 21 Classical History Mon 2:00-3:00 pm – Dan |
M50 Q2 21 Romantic History Mon 12:00-1:00 pm – Dan |
M51 Q1 21 20th Century Music Mon 10-11:00 am – Donna |
M52 Q2 21 Popular Music History Mon 10:00am-11:00am – Donna |
M54 Q1 21 Duets Thurs 4:00-5:30 pm – Maggie and Craig |
M54 Q2 21 Duets Thurs 4:00-5:30 pm – Maggie and Craig |
About Our Classes
New Horizons Band of Toronto is a music education and performance program for mature adults who wish to play a concert band instrument in a friendly group setting. Concert band instruments are: flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, euphonium, trombone, tuba, bells, xylophone, drums & many other percussion instruments. We offer band classes ranging from absolute beginner to advanced levels, conducted by experienced, professional music directors. Classes are held once per week in the daytime or evening. We also offer enrichment classes in jazz performance for members of our regular band classes. All classes are committed to supporting the work of ALL composers, including composers of color, female composers, and Canadian composers. We do not offer keyboard, strings or vocal instruction at this time.
Concert Band Classes
Beginner I
This class is open to new or “newish” woodwind, brass, and percussion players. If you have had one year (or less) experience playing, then this class is for you. This class is also open to anyone who wishes to learn a new concert band instrument.
The Beginner I class teaches instrument technique and basic music reading and rudiments, with a focus on posture, embouchure and getting a good characteristic sound from your instrument. No musical experience is necessary. This class performs at one NHBT concert each term.
Instrument Loaner Program: Each new registrant in the beginners’ program will be provided with a loaner instrument for the first term. Some conditions may apply. This instrument loan program was funded in part by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program.
Our instrument petting zoo will take place on Monday September 12th from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at our rehearsal location. During this time, you can try out a variety of instruments and our teachers will help you pick the one that is right for you!
Classes for this level begin on Monday, September 19th, 2022.
Beginner II
This welcomes players of any concert woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments with a moderate amount of band experience on their instrument – 1-2 years playing in a concert band setting.
In this class, the focus is on playing together as a group and following the conductor, while exploring a wide range of musical styles. Members of this class will play contemporary music, traditional concert band styles, and holiday-themed songs in a concert band ensemble. This class performs in public at two NHBT concerts per year.
Prerequisites: Rent/own an instrument or purchase a stick/mallet kit if playing percussion. Be able to read notes in the clef of your instrument, including above and below the staff.
Play the Concert B-flat Major scale, one octave.
Read rhythms in 3/4, 2/4, and 4/4 time including whole, half, quarter, and eighth notes.
Should not be writing in note names, fingerings, slide positions.
For percussion: Vic Firth rudiments – single stroke roll, flam, paradiddle (both hands), scales as above on mallet instruments.
Concert Band
This class welcomes players of any concert woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments with some band experience on their instrument – 2+ years playing in a Concert Band setting is recommended.
In this class, the focus is on performing pieces with dynamics, articulation, and expression, while following the conductor and playing as a group. This band is for those who wish to be challenged on their instrument and explore a wide range of musical styles in traditional concert band instrumentation. This class performs in public at two NHBT concerts per year.
Prerequisites: Rent/own an instrument or purchase a stick/mallet kit if playing percussion
Be able to read notes in the clef of your instrument, including up to two ledger lines above and below the staff
Be able to follow a conductor
Play the Concert B-flat Major scale, two octaves
Play Concert C, F, and E-flat Major scales (one or two octaves)
Play Concert g minor scale – all three forms
Read rhythms in 3/4, 2/4, 4/4, and 6/8 time including whole, half, quarter, eighth, and sixteenth notes and dotted rhythms
For percussion: Vic Firth rudiments – double stroke roll, ratamacue, paradiddle (both hands), scales as above on mallet instruments
Symphonic Band
This class welcomes players of any concert woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments. Open to anyone who has significant band experience on their instrument – 4+ years playing in a Concert Band setting.
In this class, the focus is on developing a diverse repertoire and moving at a quicker pace while still creating enjoyable musical experiences. The class will perform pieces at tempo with good intonation, style, and expression. This band is for those who wish to be challenged on their instrument and explore a wide range of musical styles in traditional concert band instrumentation. This class performs in public at NHBT concerts and for special events in the community.
Prerequisites:
Rent/own an instrument or purchase a stick/mallet kit if playing percussion
Play with a characteristic tone.
Play the Concert B-flat Major scale and Concert g minor scale (all three forms) two octaves, from memory
Play Concert C, F, and E-flat Major scales (one or two octaves), and their relative minor scales
Read rhythms in simple, compound, and cut time. Mixed meter is used frequently.
For percussion: Vic Firth rudiments – double stroke roll, ratamacue, paradiddle (both hands), scales as above on mallet instruments, timpani skills
Wind Ensemble
This class welcomes experienced players of concert woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments. This ensemble is limited to players with significant band experience on their instrument – 4+ years playing in a concert band setting. A performance assessment may be required for placement in this class.
The focus of this class is on developing a diverse repertoire for performance and moving at a quicker pace while still creating enjoyable musical experiences. The class aims to perform challenging pieces at tempo with good intonation, style, and expression. This band is for those who wish to be challenged on their instrument and explore a wide range of musical styles in traditional concert band instrumentation. This class performs in public at NHBT concerts and at numerous public events throughout the year. This class also creates reference recordings for other classes.
Prerequisites:
Rent/own an instrument or purchase a stick/mallet kit if playing percussion
Play with a characteristic tone
Play Concert Major and minor scales from five flats to three sharps – two octaves where possible, minor all three forms – from memory
Read rhythms in simple, compound, and cut time. Mixed meter is used frequently
For percussion: Vic Firth rudiments – double stroke roll, ratamacue, paradiddle (both hands), scales as above on mallet instruments, timpani skills
Jazz Classes
To join a jazz class in person, members must also be enrolled in a concert band class. Those who wish to join online only do not have a co-requisite.
Any exceptions to these requirements must be approved in advance by the class teacher and the Head of Education. No exceptions will be granted until after 1 September 2022 and only apply for the term of registration.
A playing assessment may be required for jazz class enrollment
Intermediate Big Band – Course Description
This class will incorporate playing and listening to music of the jazz and Big Band era, examining classic models such as Les Brown and his orchestra, Benny Carter, and The Dorsey Brothers. It is open to all concert band instruments, but a musically balanced ensemble in the “live” format is to the advantage of all participants.
Members will develop facility with swing rhythms and style patterns, participate in weekly studies and exercises geared toward achieving technical and creative proficiency within the idiom, and play arrangements that utilize the full sound spectrum available to the ensemble, all while encouraging independence between the woodwind, brass and rhythm sections.
Improvisation will be a component of the class, but within a nurturing, supportive, and fun environment.
Jazz and Swing are musical genres that require a certain amount of technical proficiency. This is not music that one learns how to play an instrument with. Members should be playing at the NHBT Concert Band level or above to benefit most from this class. For this ensemble, the drummer must be able to work 4 limbs independently and in time, and pitch players must be able to play, from the bottommost to topmost note on their instrument, the scales of concert Bb, Eb, Ab, C, F, G, D, A and their relative harmonic minor scales.
To join a jazz class in person, members must also be enrolled in a concert band class. Those who wish to join online only do not have a co-requisite.
Jazz Orchestra – Course Description
This ensemble is open to advanced rhythm section players – bass, drum kit, piano, guitar, vibraphone – and saxophones, trombones and trumpets, coalescing in an instrumentally balanced band that can take advantage of the wealth of good material available to the large jazz ensembles of today.
Classes will consist of skill building exercises related to the genre, and as much repertoire as possible. Improvisation is expected of those who may have a solo appear in their part in any given piece, at any given time.
Participants who have completed at least one season of Intermediate Big Band and are playing at the NHBT Symphonic Band level or above will benefit most from this class. Wind players who can play all major and minor scales and arpeggios, covering the full range of their instruments, will be most comfortable in this group.
To join a jazz class in person, members must also be enrolled in a concert band class. Those who wish to join online only do not have a co-requisite.
M09 Q1 21 Beginner Theory – Mon 2:00-3:00 pm Sept 13, 20, 27 Oct 4, 18, 25 – Dan | Beginner Theory ~ Who this class is best for: Any members who have an interest in learning more about how music is created. Open to anyone from any band level. Ideal for those who are just learning how to read music (Beginner I and Beginner II). What this class does: This class will teach members about the staff, note values and rhythms, time signatures, and the construction of Major scales. This is a non-performance course. Prerequisites: Have writing materials, including staff paper. No experience necessary. Any Software Requirements? Breezin’ Thru Theory – access provided |
M11 Q2 21 Intermediate Theory – Mon 2:00-3:00 pm Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Dec 6 – Marianne | Intermediate Theory ~ Who this class is best for: Any members who have an interest in learning more about how music is created. Open to anyone from any band level. Ideal for those who can read music and want to learn more about the notes on the page (Concert Band and up). What this class does: This class will teach members about the intervals, chords, the minor scales, modes. Ear training is also a part of this course This is a non-performance course. Prerequisites: Have writing materials, including staff paper. Have taken Beginner Theory or have a good understanding of music rudiments\nMust be able to read in treble and bass clef Any Software Requirements? Breezin’ Thru Theory – access provided |
M47 Q1 21 Renaissance History Mon 12-1:00 pm Sept 13, 20, 27 Oct 4, 18, 25 – Dan | Renaissance History – Learning more about the music of any time period also includes learning about the social, cultural, and historical aspects of that time as well. In this course, you will learn about the characteristic music styles, important composers, and musical trends of the Renaissance period. The course includes listening to recordings, and learning in a non-performance setting with your instructor. Open to all. No prerequisites. |
M48 Q1 21 Baroque History Mon 4:00-5:00 pm Sept 13, 20, 27 Oct 4, 18, 25 – Garry | Baroque History – Learning more about the music of any time period also includes learning about the social, cultural, and historical aspects of that time as well. In this course, you will learn about the characteristic music styles, important composers, and musical trends of the Baroque period. The course includes listening to recordings, and learning in a non-performance setting with your instructor. Open to all. No prerequisites. |
M49 Q2 21 Classical History Mon 4:00-5:00 pm Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Dec 6 – Garry | Classical History – Learning more about the music of any time period also includes learning about the social, cultural, and historical aspects of that time as well. In this course, you will learn about the characteristic music styles, important composers, and musical trends of the Classical period. The course includes listening to recordings, and learning in a non-performance setting with your instructor. Open to all. No prerequisites. |
M50 Q2 21 Romantic Music Mon 12-1:00 pm Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Dec 6 – Dan | Romantic History – Learning more about the music of any time period also includes learning about the social, cultural, and historical aspects of that time as well. In this course, you will learn about the characteristic music styles, important composers, and musical trends of the Romantic period. The course includes listening to recordings, and learning in a non-performance setting with your instructor. Open to all. No prerequisites. |
M51 Q1 21 20th Century History Mon 10:00-11:00 am Sept 13, 20, 27 Oct 4, 18, 25 – Donna | 20th Century History – Learning more about the music of any time period also includes learning about the social, cultural, and historical aspects of that time as well. In this course, you will learn about the characteristic music styles, important composers, and musical trends of the 20th Century. This includes an exploration of the development of band music during this time and an introduction to the different non-traditional harmonic systems that were developed in this time. The course includes listening to recordings, and learning in a non-performance setting with your instructor. Open to all. No prerequisites. |
M52 Q2 21 Popular Music History Mon 10:00-11:00 am Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Dec 6 – Donna | Popular Music History – POPULAR! You will be in the know about what is fab and hip and rad and cool in the music world from 1900-NOW! Take a trip through time as we explore the music that was made for the people, by the people. Each week will focus on a different 20 year period with lots of recordings, links and fun facts about this history of popular music. Open to all. No prerequisites. |
M54 Q1 21 Duets – Thur 4:00-5:30 pm – Maggie and Craig | Duets – If you have missed performing live with other musicians, this is your chance! In this course, you will have the opportunity to play duets with Maggie Thompson (alto saxophone). Each week, you will explore new pieces from various genres. Maggie will take you through a comprehensive warm-up routine, share interesting facts about the music and offer suggestions for further practice and listening throughout the week. The music will be sent to you in advance should you wish to practise ahead of time. Best suited to Symphonic Band or Wind Ensemble members |
M54 Q2 21 Duets – Thur 4:00-5:30 pm – Maggie and Craig | Duets – If you have missed performing live with other musicians, this is your chance! In this course, you will have the opportunity to play duets with Maggie Thompson (alto saxophone). Each week, you will explore new pieces from various genres. Maggie will take you through a comprehensive warm-up routine, share interesting facts about the music and offer suggestions for further practice and listening throughout the week. The music will be sent to you in advance should you wish to practise ahead of time. Best suited to Symphonic Band or Wind Ensemble members |
Donna Dupuy is thrilled to be a part of the leadership team at New Horizons Band of Toronto in the role of Head of Education. Donna has taught university, high school and New Horizons classes for over 27 years. She holds a Bachelor of Music and a Master of Music degree from the University of North Texas with a double major in music performance and theory. Donna is a bassoonist! She has performed with the San Angelo Symphony and the University of North Texas Faculty Winds.
Garry Page holds Honours music degrees in Trumpet Performance, Academics and Teaching from the Birmingham Conservatoire of Music and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, London, England. He immigrated to Canada in 1997 at which point he became a member of the Stratford Festival Orchestra. Garry is active as a freelance performer, teacher, adjudicator, clinician, university lecturer, and examiner
Marianne Spilberg is a retired teacher from the York Region District School Board. She holds an Honours Music Degree from Western University and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Toronto. During her 32 years as a professional educator, she had the opportunity to teach all grade levels, kindergarten to grade 12; and has taught band, vocal, guitar, recorder and piano. She enjoys teaching students of all ages.
Patricia Wheeler has performed throughout North America with artists that include Michael Burgess, Patty Page and Regis Philbin. Patricia holds a B.F.A. (Honours), M.A. and a PhD in music and teaches at Centennial College and Ryerson University. Her compositions and arrangements have been performed by big bands, concert bands, choirs and soloists.
Donna Dupuy is thrilled to be a part of the leadership team at New Horizons Band of Toronto in the role of Head of Education. Donna has taught university, high school and New Horizons classes for over 27 years. She holds a Bachelor of Music and a Master of Music degree from the University of North Texas with a double major in music performance and theory. Donna is a bassoonist! She has performed with the San Angelo Symphony and the University of North Texas Faculty Winds.
Dan Kapp passionately oversaw the implementation and development of the New Horizons Band of Toronto program for its first 8 years as it grew from one band of 17 members to 13 band classes with 250+ members. He now serves as Director Emeritus, as well as teacher, to NHBT. Dan holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from York University. He also holds a Bachelor of Education from Queen’s University and has studied at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto.
Garry Page holds Honours music degrees in Trumpet Performance, Academics and Teaching from the Birmingham Conservatoire of Music and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, London, England. He immigrated to Canada in 1997 at which point he became a member of the Stratford Festival Orchestra. Garry is active as a freelance performer, teacher, adjudicator, clinician, university lecturer, and examiner
Marianne Spilberg is a retired teacher from the York Region District School Board. She holds an Honours Music Degree from Western University and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Toronto. During her 32 years as a professional educator, she had the opportunity to teach all grade levels, kindergarten to grade 12; and has taught band, vocal, guitar, recorder and piano. She enjoys teaching students of all ages.
Craig Thompson has recently retired after having taught instrumental music at Fairbank Middle School and De La Salle College Oaklands for over 27 years. He obtained a Bachelor of Musical Arts degree, a Bachelor of Education and an Honours Specialist in Music Education at Western University. He is a brass specialist and freelance trumpet player and has been on the faculty for the National Music Camp of Canada since 2001.
Maggie Thompson retired from classroom teaching and is proud to have taught Music at St. Clement’s School and for the Toronto District School Board. She holds an Honours Music Education Degree and Bachelor of Education from Western University. She has served on the Board of Directors for the Ontario Music Educators’ Association and has been part of the National Music Camp of Canada family since 1981 as a camper, staff and faculty member.
Patricia Wheeler has performed throughout North America with artists that include Michael Burgess, Patty Page and Regis Philbin. Patricia holds a B.F.A. (Honours), M.A. and a PhD in music and teaches at Centennial College and Ryerson University. Her compositions and arrangements have been performed by big bands, concert bands, choirs and soloists.
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