A few years ago I wrote a blog about a unique band that draws its members and directors from all over the Rochester area, and welcomes adult musicians of all ages, regardless of how long they’ve been playing their instrument.
The group is called Eastman-Rochester New Horizons, and it prides itself on being a no-audition program open to beginning and experienced musicians of all levels. Members enjoy rehearsing, playing, singing and performing with others in bands, small ensembles, orchestras and/or a chorus. It was founded by Roy Ernst in 1990 and is affiliated with the Eastman Community Music School.
I was reminded of the program recently when I found out New Horizons will be presenting their spring concert this coming Wednesday, May 22, at Eastman Theater. The symphonic band concert will feature international music from Scotland, Spain and Italy, and include pieces from Edvard Grieg to Cole Porter.
The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m., and it’s totally free and open to the public. You might just see some people you know, from the musicians in the ensembles to former band directors from our area, including conductor Larry Neeck, a retired music teacher from Willink Middle School.
The New Horizons program includes bands, orchestras, a choir, big band, jazz ensembles, and many smaller ensembles. You won’t see them all on Wednesday night, but what you will see is a bunch of very talented musicians who simply love making music and love sharing it with their community.
The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday May 22 in the Kodak Hall at the Eastman Theater, 26 Gibbs St.
Click here to read more about Eastman-Rochester New Horizons and find out how you can get involved.
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(posted 5/16/2024)
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