On this page is information for members of the Rapid City New Horizons Band. Information on rehearsals, upcoming performances/events, and cancellations will be listed.
Cancellations or Last Minute Changes
- As a GENERAL RULE, if Rapid City Area Schools close or have a late start, we will cancel rehearsal.
Rehearsals
For the Fall and Spring semesters, rehearsals for Concert Band are held every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. The Jazz Orchestra follows from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. During the summer, the Concert Band and Jazz Orchestra meet only on Tuesdays at the same times as above. The groups rehearse at the Canyon Lake Activity Center located at 2900 Canyon Lake Drive in Rapid City. See the Contacts page for a map.
Performance/Rehearsal Details (show time, apparel, equipment, directions, etc.)
Dress for all performances unless otherwise stated is the following:
White long sleeve shirt, black trousers/skirt, black shoes/socks, and red NH vest
Always bring music and music stand (clips if outside) unless otherwise noted.
Last Updated September 22, 2026
- Tuesday, October 6, 9-11 am, First rehearsal of fall season (jazz orchestra until noon)
- Percussion bring treats
- Saturday, November 7, 7:30-10 pm, Dance at CLAC
- Jazz Orchestra only
- Set up starting at 6 pm, sound check at 7 pm
- Standard uniform
- Sunday, November 8, 2 pm, Concert at CLAC
- Concert Band and Jazz Orchestra
- Set up at 12:30, sound check at 1:30 pm
- Jazz Orchestra plays at 1:45
- Standard uniform
- Saturday, November 21, Dance at the Dahl
- Jazz Orchestra only
- Set up at 5 pm (bring stands, music, and lights)
- First set 6-6:45
- Dixieland Band 7-7:45 (JO break)
- Second set 8-8:45
- Third set 9-9:30
- Friday, November 27, 5 pm, Christmas carols at Alpine Inn, Hill City
- This is optional (depending on weather)
- Dress warm and festive
- Bring stands and lights
- Wednesday, December 9, 12 noon, Concert at the Dahl
- Concert Band and Jazz Orchestra
- Set up at 10:30 am, sound check at 11:30
- Standard uniform
