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 Symphonic 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 Symphonic 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 November 9, 2026
- 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
- Bring stands and music
| Date/Time | Where | Group(s) | Details |
| Thu, April 8, 2027 9:00 am | Zion Lutheran School 4550 Mt Rushmore Rd Rapid City | Symphonic Band and Jazz Orchestra | School concert |
| Sat, April 17, 2027 7:00 pm | Canyon Lake Activity Center 2900 Canyon Lake Dr Rapid City | Jazz Orchestra | Dance |
| Tue, April 20, 2027 9:00 am | St Elizabeth Seton School 2101 City Springs Rd Rapid City | Symphonic Band and Jazz Orchestra | School concert |
| Thu, April 22, 2027 9:00 am | St Paul’s Lutheran School 835 E Fairmont Blvd Rapid City | Symphonic Band and Jazz Orchestra | School concert |
| Mon, May 31, 2027 TBA | Black Hills War Monument in Memorial Park near The Monument 444 N Mt Rushmore Rd Rapid City | Symphonic Band | Memorial Day event |
| Wed, July 14, 2027 7:00 pm | Bandshell at Memorial Park near The Monument 444 N Mt Rushmore Rd Rapid City | Symphonic Band | Concert before Rapid City Municipal Band |
