We’ve recently been granted a planning membership with New Horizons International Music Association (NHIMA) to form the New Horizons Bands of Volusia/Flagler Counties. We will share the same vision that is already being realized throughout many locations across the country. Please contact me if you would be interested in participating or getting a band program up and running in your part of Volusia or Flagler County, Florida. New Horizons Bands are for folks 50+ that either have some experience playing a musical instrument, or never had a chance to start. For more information visit my website, Your Place or Mine Music, or go to the NHIMA site.

On Thursday, May 7th I took a trip to the Villages (Leesburg, Fl) to observe first hand a New Horizons rehearsal. I must say I was very impressed by the enthusiasm of everyone involved, from the third chair trumpet player to the directors. There were about 90 in the band on that day and they sounded great. It was inspiring to see and hear what can be accomplished in a fairly short period of time.