Pathways to Joining the New Horizons Bands [S-25-32]

Have you ever listened to one of our concerts and thought it would be fun to join? This course will show you the many classes we offer to help you get back in shape musically or even learn to play an instrument for the first time. Step by step we will show you what it takes for you to play with us.

Diane Mathie is currently the Music Director of the New Horizons Bands of Northern New York. She spent 37 years teaching public school band and orchestras in five different states. Her last 21 years were in Boise Public Schools in Idaho. In addition to teaching, Diane played in professional orchestras around the country, including playing trumpet for 15 years in the Boise Philharmonic.

Brenda Curley is currently an Assistant Director of the New Horizons Band, where she directs the band clinic (which works on basic playing skills and helps with band music), and the beginner music program. In addition to her responsibilities with the New Horizon Band Program, she also directs the St. Lawrence Wind Ensemble, performs with the Northern Symphonic Winds and Potsdam Community Band, Full Spectrum Flutes, and various other groups in the North Country.

Cap: 50