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Division of Continuing and Global Education

New Horizons Band/Orchestra

It’s never too late to renew your enthusiasm for music by learning to play a new instrument or dust off your old instrument and start playing again. New Horizons Band and Orchestra provides an opportunity for adults to make new friends and enjoy playing music together each week. If you wish to learn a new instrument, you will join the beginner class. You’ll join the advanced class if you already have experience playing an instrument. (If you can't see the video, click here) It’s Easy and Fun! As an adult you have advantages that will help you learn. If you played your instrument years ago, you will be amazed at how much you remember and how quickly you will be able to play again. If you have questions about your skill level, or about the class, please call the Director, Archie Rader, at 559.431.8793, or email him at arader5831@aol.com. Getting Started for New Members Please attend our informational meeting on August 31, 6:30-8:30 p.m., in Kremen Education Building, Room 140. All of your questions will be answered by the music teacher and music dealer. You will also have a chance to meet some of the other people who will be participating. Instruments will be available to rent. Preregistration recommended by August 27. Download the New Horizons Band registration form (PDF). Parking Parking restrictions on campus will apply for this evening course. Daily parking permits ($3.00/day) may be obtained from dispensers located in all parking lots (see Campus Map). Ridesharing is encouraged.

  • Dates: Wednesdays, Sept. 7 – Dec. 7, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. (String instruments start at 5:30 p.m.; band instruments start at 6:30 p.m.) No class on November 23. The fall concert will take place on Wednesday, December 14, 2011.
  • Place: University High School, Music Room
  • Class No: 76434
  • Units: Non-credit
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  • Fee: $150
  • Instructor: Archie Rader, M.A.