Reno Tahoe
New Horizons Band
FAQ's
New Member Meeting - 6 PM Sept. 9th
Kerak Shrine Center • 4935 Energy Way, Reno, NV
Our next concert will be at 10 AM September 10, 2010, at the Warren Nelson Building (the OLLI facility) 401 West Second Street in Reno. We will perform in the Laxalt Theater (located at the right rear of the building).
Frequently Asked Questions
I've never played any instrument before. Can I REALLY learn to play?
- Yes, you are never too old to learn a new skill ...... if you are willing to put in practice time. Beginners should plan on practicing 20 to 30 mins. a day.
- We'd like to start you in the Beginning Band. It is pretty easy to hear if you should be in the Concert Band and we'll move you right away.
- You will need an instrument that is in good working order, a music stand, supplies that your instrument requires, and Accent on Achievement Book 1 for your instrument.
- Our director trusts Mike Pilant, at Absolute Music, to repair his personal instruments.
- Instruments are like everything else, "you get what you pay for," and "buyer beware." The pawn shops in Reno
are pretty savvy. They have used (often abused) instruments and try to get as much as they can out of their customers. A $200 clarinet that needs $350 in repairs is not a bargain. Before you buy anything check with our director. jmueller54@clearwire.net
- All of the standard band instruments: Flute, clarinet, bass clarinet, alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone, tuba and drums.
- $10 for each rehearsal, payable at the start of each 13 week trimester,for a total of $130.
- Bring your situation to the attention of the board. We will work with you to make sure that you will be able to be in our bands.
- Yes, you have the first 3 weeks of a trimester to decide if we are a fit for you.
