This all‑ages ensemble performs music at Grade 3 or easier, making it a great fit for junior high students, beginning high school musicians, and adults who are returning to band after a long hiatus.
Rehearsals begin May 6, from 7:00–9:00 PM at Charles Spencer School in Grande Prairie, and continue weekly on Wednesdays throughout May and June. The season concludes with a free outdoor public concert on June 24 at 7:00 PM at the Muskoseepi Park stage.
The ensemble will be led by conductors James Galbraith, Lawrence Dommer, and Kendra Meyer, with the possibility of an additional conductor to be confirmed. Whether you’re a local student, lifelong musician, or simply looking to reconnect with music, this ensemble offers a welcoming way to be part of Grande Prairie’s vibrant arts community.
There is a participant contribution of $50/session to enroll in the Good Time Band. Payments can be made by e-transfer to admin@gpmusicsociety.com, by cash or by cheque made out to Grande Prairie Music Society
Dr. Robert (Bob) Howey is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in clarinet, saxophone, and flute, as well as conducting, singing, and music education. His focus has been performing in and conducting music ensembles such as concert bands, jazz bands, jazz combos, choirs, rock and country bands, orchestras, and pit orchestras. As an educator, he has taught K-12 music, including general music, choir, and concert and jazz bands. His post-secondary teaching includes woodwind, music ensembles, music history, music theory and aural skills.
Dr. Bob’s extensive music education includes B.Mus. (Performance), UAlberta, B.Mus. (Mus. Ed.), USask, MMA and DMA (Instrumental Music Education), ASU. A Grande Prairie native, he currently directs the Grande Prairie Symphony Orchestra, and the Grande Prairie Symphonic Wind and Jazz Ensembles.
