Spring 2024
Rehearsal dates
Eight rehearsals beginning the week of April 22 through the week of June 10.
Rehearsal length
Two one-hour sessions separated by a 15-minute break.
Fees
The fee is $125 per in-person band. The fee for any subsequent in-person band is also $125.
Level
Depending on the bands offered, there will be a range of music levels, from beginner through to advanced-intermediate. See band descriptions for the current session information.
Music
Links to the printable music parts will be sent to registrants by the band leaders the week before rehearsals begin.
Clinics/Sectionals
Each in-person band in the fall and winter sessions only will offer a number of instructional clinics or sectionals depending on the band level.
Locations
See the practice locations map.
Refunds
A member withdrawing from a band before the third rehearsal of a session will receive a full refund, minus a $25 administrative fee. Refunds will not be provided for later withdrawals.
Cancellations
Please note that it may not always be possible to find an alternate space/date should a rehearsal need to be cancelled. Therefore, if three or more rehearsals are cancelled for a particular band, those members can request a pro-rated refund.
End-of-session performance
If possible, each band will be provided with an opportunity to have their own performance or open rehearsal.
Concert Bands
Easy Intermediate
Band Leader - Colin Williamson
Tuesday evenings, 6:45
Stage
Brookfield High School
Sign-in/set-up: 6:15 – 6:45 PM
Rehearsal: 6:45 – 9:00 PM
This band is a step up from Beginner. It may appeal to those returning to playing after a lengthy absence, those who want easier music to play, or those who would like more instrument-specific instruction. Music will be mainly at a level 1 – 2.
Intermediate
Band Leader – Malcolm Horava
Wednesday evenings, 6:45
Banquet Hall
Woodroffe United Church
Sign-in/set-up: 6:15 – 6:45 PM
Rehearsal: 6:45 – 9:00 PM
For those who play their instrument on a regular basis and want to enjoy full ensemble playing with occasional instrument instruction, this band will offer music at a variety of levels, mainly within the range of level 2 – 3.
Intermediate
Band Leader - Lisa Concessi Maclean
Thursday afternoons, 12:45
Banquet Hall
Woodroffe United Church
Sign-in/set-up: 12:15 – 12:45 PM
Rehearsal: 12:45 – 3:00 PM
For those who play their instrument on a regular basis and want to enjoy full ensemble playing with occasional instrument instruction, this band will offer music at a variety of levels, mainly within the range of level 2 – 3.
Beginner
Band Leader - Cathy Wilcox
Tuesday evenings, 6:45
Music Room
Brookfield High School
Sign-in/set-up: 6:15 – 6:45 PM
Rehearsal: 6:45 – 9:00 PM
For those who have never played an instrument, are starting on a new-to-you instrument or are returning to Beginner’s Band. You will be taught the basics – putting together your instrument, getting a sound, learning to read music, learning and playing a scale and accessible and interesting band pieces at a level 0.5 – 1.
Weeks 2-7 (six weeks) will include an instrument/sectional instruction clinic, in addition to full band rehearsal.
Easy Intermediate
Band Leader - Colin Williamson
Tuesday evenings, 6:45
Stage
Brookfield High School
Sign-in/set-up: 6:15 – 6:45 PM
Rehearsal: 6:45 – 9:00 PM
This band is a step up from Beginner. It may appeal to those returning to playing after a lengthy absence, those who want easier music to play, or those who would like more instrument-specific instruction. Music will be mainly at a level 1 – 2.
Weeks 2-7 (six weeks) will include an instrument/sectional instruction clinic, in addition to full band rehearsal.
Intermediate
Band Leader – Malcolm Horava
Wednesday evenings, 6:45
Banquet Hall
Woodroffe United Church
Sign-in/set-up: 6:15 – 6:45 PM
Rehearsal: 6:45 – 9:00 PM
For those who play their instrument on a regular basis and want to enjoy full ensemble playing with occasional instrument instruction, this band will offer music at a variety of levels, mainly within the range of level 2 – 3.
Sectional instruction clinics will be offered for some rehearsals, in addition to full band rehearsal.
Intermediate
Band Leader – Sheila White
Thursday afternoons, 12:45
Banquet Hall
Woodroffe United Church
Sign-in/set-up: 12:15 – 12:45 PM
Rehearsal: 12:45 – 3:00 PM
For those who play their instrument on a regular basis and want to enjoy full ensemble playing with occasional instrument instruction, this band will offer music at a variety of levels, mainly within the range of levels 2 – 3.
Sectional instruction clinics will be offered for some rehearsals, in addition to full band rehearsal.
Advanced-Intermediate
Band Leader – Adrian Cosstick
Wednesday evenings, 6:45
Stage
Brookfield High School
Sign-in/set-up: 6:15 – 6:45 PM
Rehearsal: 6:45 – 9:00 PM
For those who play their instrument on a regular basis, who can easily sight-read music, and who enjoy the added technical challenges present in music at a level 3 – 4.
Sectional instruction clinics will be offered for some rehearsals, in addition to full band rehearsal.
Jazz Bands
Intermediate
Band Leader – Rocco Romeo
Tuesday evenings, 6:45
Music Room
Merivale High School
Sign-in/set-up: 6:15 – 6:45 PM
Rehearsal: 6:45 – 9:00 PM
For those who are comfortable playing their instrument and want to learn a variety of jazz styles including big band, blues, funk, rock and Motown.
Intermediate
Band Leader – Rocco Romeo
Thursday evenings, 6:45
Banquet Hall
Woodroffe United Church
Sign-in/set-up: 6:15 – 6:45 PM
Rehearsal: 6:45 – 9:00 PM
For those who are comfortable playing their instrument and want to learn a variety of jazz styles including big band, blues, funk, rock and Motown.
Intermediate
Band Leader – Nick Roy
Thursday evenings, 6:45
Banquet Hall
Woodroffe United Church
Sign-in/set-up: 6:15 – 6:45 PM
Rehearsal: 6:45 – 9:00 PM
For those who are comfortable playing their instrument and want to learn a variety of jazz styles including big band, blues, funk, rock and Motown.
Sectional instruction clinics will be offered for some rehearsals, in addition to full band rehearsal.
Advanced-Intermediate
Band Leader – Rocco Romeo
Tuesday evenings, 6:45
Music Room
Merivale High School
Sign-in/set-up: 6:15 – 6:45 PM
Rehearsal: 6:45 – 9:00 PM
For those with several years of experience at an intermediate or advanced level, including familiarity with jazz music, this band will provide the challenge you are looking for.
Sectional instruction clinics will be offered for some rehearsals, in addition to full band rehearsal.