Lakeshore New Horizons Band - Our Programmes

Full concert band of the Lakeshore New Horizons Band at the gazebo in Bowmanville, Ontario.

Interested in playing music? Want to learn how? We welcome new members of all skill levels, no auditions needed! Discover our programs below for more information. Feel free to email us via the Contact Us link.

Senior Band

Lakeshore New Horizons Senior Band performing the theme from How to Train Your Dragon at Wilmot Creek in June 2025. Linda Brown is entertaining the audience wearing a red dragon costume.

This is our senior concert band with a focus on performing more challenging music pieces. Our selections are typically longer, featuring a wide range of instrumental and advanced techniques. Medleys tend to be longer which span several pages in length. Essential Elements 3 is used for warm-ups and skill development. Sectional rehearsals are scheduled as needed to prepare for concerts. This band performs at least twice by the end of each session, resulting in 6 to 8 performances annually.

Practice times: Mondays from 9:15 am to 11:15 am at Rehoboth Christian Reformed Church, Bowmanville, Ontario.

Intermediate Band

Lakeshore New Horizons Intermediate Band performing at the Christmas Concert in support of the Bowmanville Hospital Foundation in December 2024.

The Intermediate Concert Band program is designed for those looking to improve their musical skills in a performing group environment. The instruction focuses on short pieces with a limited range of keys and time signatures. Essential Elements Book 2 is utilized for warm-ups and skill building. Sectional practices are organized as necessary to prepare for performances. Participants usually join after completing their first year in the band. Each session features concerts, with four to six performances scheduled annually.

Practice times: Wednesdays from 9:15 am to 11:15 am at Rehoboth Christian Reformed Church, Bowmanville, Ontario.

Beginner Band

This band caters to those beginning their ensemble playing journey. Progress will focus on advancing to the Intermediate Band at a future time. Instruction centers on Essential Elements Book 2 and basic band skills.

Practice times: Wednesdays from 11:15 am to 12:15 pm at Rehoboth Christian Reformed Church, Bowmanville, Ontario.

Lakeshore Show Band Ensemble

Lakeshore Show Band members sitting on a stage with their instruments

Our performing ensemble, Lakeshore Show Band, features members from the Senior Band. We are available to perform at seniors' residences, churches, and various special events.

Lakeshore New Horizons Band - Our Programmes

LNHB Programmes