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.
- There will be NO REHEARSAL on Thursday, October 22, due to rummage sale set-up at the Center (sale starts at 3 pm).
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 pm
- Standard uniform
- Saturday, November 21, Dance at the Dahl
- Jazz Orchestra only
- Time TBA
- Friday, November 27, 5 pm, Christmas carols at Alpine Inn, Hill City
- This is optional
- Dress warm
- Wednesday, December 9, 12 noon, Concert at the Dahl
- Concert Band and Jazz Orchestra
- Set up at 11 am, sound check at 11:30
- Standard uniform
