Another Member Story

Some members of the Waterford New Horizons Concert Band decided to pursue a different musical instrument than the one they learned about in high school.  Others decided to stick to the instrument they knew best, like this band member:

“I stared playing the Oboe again when I joined the WNHCB. It was just sitting on the shelf. Playing with the band is a great plus and I continue to learn and get better."


Music is really important and personally, I am going to keep playing the clarinet myself as long as I can.

Another Member Story

Some of the stories of members of the Waterford New Horizons Concert Band are very simple.  In their own words, this member said:

"I am a music teacher in Waterford. The WNHCB gives me a venue to continue as a (performer)." For some, their passion for music spans a lifetime.

Bring Four

Our concert is drawing nearer and nearer.  In eight days, you will be able to witness March Musical Madness for yourself.  We are hoping to bring in as many people as we can into the Waterford Mott performing arts center in order to expose the community to a wonderful musical experience.  We ask all people who are going to attend our concert to please bring four people with you.  The performing arts center can hold quite a few people, so space should not be an issue.  We do not charge people to attend our concerts, however, we do encourage donations as they allow us to continue to grant the community the fruit of our shared musical passion.

Another Member Story

Here is one more story from the member of the Waterford New Horizons Concert Band:

My sons were involved with the Mott band under the direction of Gerry Spry. I was a band booster and then retired.  Gerry said he was forming a New Horizons Band and I thought I would give it a try and went to the first meeting.  Gerry gave us instruments and beginner books. I decided to play French Horn. Being in the band and learning an instrument has given me a sense of accomplishment that I thought I would never have. Member 11 years.

The Waterford New Horizons Concert Band now has more than 70 members, more than a typical high school band at Waterford Mott or Kettering, when I was a student at Mott not so long ago.  Our next concert, March Musical Madness will take place on Sunday, March 18th at the Waterford Mott performing arts center at 3 pm.   The concert is free to attend, although we do accept donations as they allow us to continue to provide wonderful music for the community.  Bring your friends and family! We hope to see you there!

Another Member Story

Here is another band member story hidden within the best kept secret in Waterford, The Waterford New Horizons Concert band in their own words:

Our children had Gerry Spry as their band teacher for 8 years so we got to know him well. He asked if we might be interested in joining a band for adults that had not played since high school or at all. We decided, what the heck.  Seeing the band grow from 8 members to what we have today has been a rewarding experience. We feel like it has given us something to look forward to every week and enjoy the friendships of fellow members. Come out to our next concert 3 pm at the Waterford Mott performing arts center to listen to great music played by a great group of people, free of charge, although we do accept donations as they allow us to continue to provide the free entertainment that we do for the community!

A Founding Member Story

Back in 2001 when the Waterford New Horizons Concert Band first began, there were six founding members and former Waterford School District band director Gerald Spry leading them on.  Many of the members had not played and instrument for more than 20 years.  Here is a story from one of the founding members in their own words:

"I am one of the original band members. The Cultural Council posted a sign up sheet at one of the concerts to
determine interest. I signed up and the rest is history. Member all 12 years."

The Waterford New Horizons Concert Band now has more than 70 members, more than a typical high school band at Waterford Mott or Kettering, when I was a student at Mott not so long ago.  Our next concert, March Musical Madness will take place on Sunday, March 18th at the Waterford Mott performing arts center at 3 pm.  We hope to see you there!

A Member Story

Here is another story from a member of the Waterford New Horizons Concert Band:

"My sons were involved with the Mott band under the direction of Gerry Spry. I was a band booster and then retired.  Gerry said he was forming a New Horizons Band and I thought I would give it a try and went to the first meeting.  Gerry gave us instruments and beginner books. I decided to play French Horn. Being in the band and learning an instrument has given me a sense of accomplishment that I thought I would never have. Member 11 years."

This is from one of our six original founding members who started playing for the band in 2001.