Name of community agency/organization:
The Regimental Band of The Lorne Scots (Peel, Dufferin, and Halton Regiment)
Position title:
Musician
Description of community agency/organization:
This volunteer band was formed in pre-confederation Canada, in 1866, and has been active in Peel, Dufferin and Halton since that time. This Brass and Reed Band plays street parades, Military Tattoos, Indoor and Outdoor Concerts, Art Festivals, Ethnic Celebrations, Royal Visits, Civic Receptions, Public Entertainment, with a full and challenging repertoire of Military Band, and Concert Band Music from the Big Band sound to Classical and popular music performed by all volunteer musicians.
What you will do:
Attend Band practice once weekly in Brampton to perform music and to perform with this volunteer band in public.
Skills required:
Senior high school level music courses or equivalent experience
Skills you will learn: This position will enhance musical skills developed in class, by performing along side more experienced musicians. All aspects of public performances are explored and put into practice through rehearsal and performance.
The commitment of the Band to the community and the performing arts fosters a commitment to volunteerism by providing an opportunity for young musicians to become involved in this organization and enhancing musical skills both on personal and ensemble levels and by utilizing those skill for the benefit of the community.
Length of time required:
Weekly rehearsals take place on Monday evenings from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Location:
Downtown Brampton
Contact person: Henry F. Verschuren, Director of Music
How to get involved/How to apply: e-mail Henry F. Verschuren at hfv@sympatico.ca or fax to 905-450-7937
Note: There are several volunteer positions available for all brass, woodwind and percussion instruments
The Peel board has reviewed this volunteer posting to make sure it meets the criteria for the community involvement requirement. However, this posting is provided as a service to students-it is not intended to be an endorsement by the Peel District School Board of any specific organization or program.
