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A Message From Your Board

As band members each of us owns responsibility for our health and learning while Jim continues to stretch us through technology, live rehearsals and as many performances as we can manage. We are so fortunate to have New Horizons, Jim and Jaime bringing music and learning into our lives.

As a board our foremost concern is for the safety of our members and as CDC guidelines continue to evolve we are excited to start our transition back to ‘normal’.  As things are loosening up we are tempted to relax our practices but we are not there yet.

Please help by getting vaccinated if you can and each of us will do all we can to help keep everyone safe by continuing to wear masks, maintaining social distance, and following Responsible Restart Ohio guidelines. 

There still are many band members who are reluctant to return due to COVID concerns. So we must stay vigilant to help all our members feel safe in participating in our events as we need everyone to help create our big, beautiful sound.

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Shop AmazonSmile and NHB will Receive a Donation From Amazon

You can now use the Amazon Shopping app on your mobile phone to sign up for AmazonSmile. When you shop using AmazonSmile, NHB will receive a donation from Amazon at no extra cost to you. Simply follow the instructions below.

How it works:
1. Open the Amazon app on your phone.
2. Select the main menu (=) & tap on “AmazonSmile” within Programs & Features.
3. Select “New Horizons Band of Summit and Stark County” as your charity.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to activate AmazonSmile in the mobile app.

Make a difference this Mother’s Day. Shop for gifts at AmazonSmile to generate donations for New Horizons Band of Summit and Stark County.

Products and prices at AmazonSmile are identical to Amazon.com.

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Mary Ann Kimmel

It is with great sadness that we would like to inform you of the loss of one of our own, Mary Ann Kimmel. Both Mary Ann and her husband Jim have played in the violin section of New Horizons for years.

For those of you that would like to send cards, Jim and Mary Ann Kimmel’s address is:
861 Promenade Circle
Barberton, OH 44203

Please keep Jim in your thoughts and prayers as he goes through this difficult time.

Mary Ann Kimmel, 78, passed away on April 19, 2021 after a short battle with leukemia.

She was born June 12, 1942 in Barberton to Bernard and Louie Snider. She graduated from Norton High School in 1960, then from the University of Akron with her Bachelor’s Degree, and Kent State University with her Master’s Degree. Mary Ann loved to teach kindergarten in the Barberton School System and retired in 2001 after 38 years of service. She played the piano and violin and enjoyed being a part of the New Horizons Musical Group along with her husband. She enjoyed scrapbooking, sewing, and gardening. Mary Ann had a smile that would “light up a room” and was always taking care of other people’s needs.

Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband of 38 years, James; brother, Joseph (Sally) Snider of Ft. Wayne, IN; sisters, Ruth (Tom) Spradlin of Wadsworth, OH and Nancy (Elliott) Weber of Brownsville, OH; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Friends may call at Bacher Funeral Home, 3326 Manchester Rd., Akron on Monday, April 26, 2021 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with service beginning at 1 p.m. Interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Cancer Society, in memory of Mary Ann.

For the safety of the family and other guests, masks are required, and the number of people permitted in the building at a time will be limited. Your cooperation and patience are appreciated.

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Zoom with the “Celebration of Learning Recital”

The “Celebration of Learning Recital” features players from the Orientation and Novice Ensembles.

1.) Cello Solo – Marcelo Biffe463e3469-0975-41c7-af92-65d58f1080db
Surprise Symphony Theme F. J. Haydn
Arr. R. Gillespie
2.) Orientation Ensemble
Susan Bacon (Viola),
Marcelo Biffe (Cello),
Cindy Ebner (Cello),
Karen Greathouse (Violin),
Debbie Huebeck (Cello),
Ruth Lamont (Violin),
Anne Lazzerini (Cello)
Tekele Lomeria Kenyan Warrior Song
Arr. J. Higgins
William Tell Overture G. Rossini
Arr. J. Higgins
Rockin’ StringsJ. Higgins
3.) Violin Solo – Ruth Lamontruth
Minuet No. 1J.S. Bach
Arr. J. Higgins
4.) Cello Solo – Cindy Ebner91c259fd-c4c0-40fc-af83-d9febaf31b4f
Minuet No. 2 J.S. Bach
Arr. J. Higgins
5.) Novice Ensemble
Susan Bacon (Viola),
Chris Blair (Viola),
Sandy Boyes (Violin),
Ruth Lamont (Violin),
Anne Lazzerini (Cello),
Connie Stinnett (Cello)
In The Bleak Mid WinterWinter G. Holst
Arr. J. Higgins
La Bamba Mexican Folk Song
Arr. M. Allen
6.) Everyone
Pomp and CircumstanceE. Elgar
Arr. M. Allen
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New Horizons Band of Summit and Stark Counties Launches YouTube Channel with Valentine Virtual Performance

I’m sooooooooooooooooooooo happy to announce that our Valentine Virtual performance has been completed this afternoon. I’m very pleased that your hard work and preparation enabled us to create a Pilot that will make us all proud! It is much more than a first step!  

It has been posted on our YouTube channel and will be available for viewing after 3 pm tomorrow afternoon (February 14, 2021) by clicking here.

Please accept my heartfelt appreciation and respect.

Looking forward to the future,
Jim

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Valentines Recital 2021

Valentines Recital 2021 – Program

Sign-in to Jaime’s Zoom meeting ID at 2 pm, Sunday February 14.

Print the program and follow along (download link below).

1. Ruth Lamont (Violin)Aura Lee
Traditional
2. Marilyn Katzmark (Violin),
Connie Stinnet (Violin)		Perfect
By E. Sheehan
Arr. By DK Music
3. Kay Lorson (Viola)Lover’s Waltz
By J. Unger and M. Mason
4. Connie Stinnett (Cello)Sunday Kind of Love
 By A. Leonard & S. Rhodes
5. Mike Hoeprich (Violin)La Mer (Beyond the Sea)
By C. Trenet
Arr. By A. Lasry & J. Lawrence
6. Valerie Di Narda (Cello)Can’t Help Falling In Love
By G. D. Weiss, H. Peretti, L. Creatore
7. Dylan Trautman (Violin)Courante
By J.S. Bach
Arr. By S. Suzuki
8. Jaime Madrigal (Double Bass)Misty
By E. Garner
9. John Rasinsky (Tenor Saxophone)All of Me
By J. Legend
10. Bach Strings Ensemble
Jim Adkins (Bass Guitar),
Marilyn Katzmark  (Violin), 
Dave Lietz (Violin),
Rob McNair (Violin),
Barbara Sabett (Cello),
Connie Stinnett (Cello),
Kathy Whalen (Oboe)		Windy
Words and Music by Ruth Friedman,
Larry Moore, arr.

Watch the Video

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NEW HORIZONS OF SUMMIT AND STARK COUNTIES ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA

Virtually Conducted on Zoom
January 25, 2021
Jim Adkins, Director

Agenda

7:00 p.m. – Zoom Meeting Started and Joined by Membership

7:05 p.m. – Call to Order (all audio muted by Jim) Jim Adkins

7:06 p.m.– Welcome, Introductions, General Comments Jim Adkins

7:10 p.m. – Call for Motion to Dispense Robert’s Rules Jim Adkins

7:15 p.m. – Annual Report Topics​​​​​ Jim Adkins

​1). Board of Director Elections (5 minutes)
          Officers​: Jim Adkins, Jim Stahl, Sandy Bee Lynn, Mike Satola
          Elected Directors: Lee Nielsen, June Kelley, Valerie Lukens,
          Andy Rosenberg (Board Recommended), Janet Scarry (Term Completed)
          Explanation and call for a virtual “Vote of Confidence” ballot

​2). Introduction of Grant Writer Amy Dragga (5 minutes)

​3). Volunteer Coordinator Report “2020 Donation Campaign”; Lee Nielsen (5 minutes)

​4). Winter/Spring Schedule; Jim Adkins ( 5 minutes)
          A. Virtual rehearsal segments linked to Live evening rehearsals weeks A and C.
​          B. Virtual Pilot Concert Linked to Valentine Recital
​          C. Virtual Spring Concert
​​
7:35 p.m. – Call for Adjournment​​​​ Jim Adkins​

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Zoom Recitals 2020

Our last public performance was the “Small Group Recital Night” on February 17, 2020 at the Akron Summit County Library.

To address COVID-19 restrictions, we had to quickly get up to speed using the Zoom Meetings app for our performances. In addition to the Zoom learning curve, other challenges included: Internet disruptions, audio distortions, power interruptions, and smartphone/computer peculiarities.

Our recitals showcase the progression of skill levels:

  • Orientation – A playing ability level during which a comfort zone is reached between the beginning student of music and their instrument, notation, practice commitment, rehearsal techniques and mental musical comprehension.
  • Novice – A playing ability level, beyond Orientation but not yet enjoyed by a consistent Intermediate player.
  • Solo Studio – This opportunity is the newest addition to our program. Due to the positive experience of our “First Zoom Recital” we have added a solo Performance opportunity. 

Zoom Recital #1 – Orientation Recital – July 15, 2020

Performer, InstrumentMusic Performed
Julie Black, Cello#34 Natalie’s Rose*
#57 Tribal Lament*
Karen Greathouse, Violin#80 Grandparents Day*
#106 French Folk Song*
Marcelo Biffe, Cello#44 Mathew’s March*
#70 Hot Cross Buns*
Tiffany Lundy Martin, Cello#33 Song for Christine*
#36 Dreidel*
Susan Bacon, Viola#91 Lightly Row*
#90 English Round*
Cindy Ebner, Cello​#71 Au Clare De La Lune*
​#73 Buckeye Salute*
Ruth Lamont, Violin#116 Son for Maria*
​#118 Firoliralera*
Debbie Huebeck, Cello​#85 High Flying*
​#88 Frere Jacques*
* Songs are from Essential Elements Strings Book 1.

Zoom Recital #2 – Novice Recital – September 30, 2020

Performer, InstrumentMusic Performed
Karen Greathouse, ViolinAlouette – French Folk Song
Crossroads – Allen
Anne Lazzerini, CelloTheme form London Symphony
Franz J. Haydn (1732 -1809)
Oh Susannah
Stephen C. Foster (1826-1864)
Ruth Lamont, ViolinChester
William Billings ( 1746-1800)
Morning (from Peer Gynt)
Edvard Grieg (1819-1880)
Susan Bacon, ViolaOutback – Allen
Buffalo Gals
(Cool White) Japheth Hodges
Connie Stinnett, CelloTheme for the New World Symphony
Antonin Dvorak (1841-1904)
Rondeau
Jean-Joseph Mouret (1682-1738)
Dennis Zerby, Oboe
Brenda Thomas, Flute		Allegro
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)

Zoom Recital #3 – Solo Studio Recital – October 30, 2020

Performer, InstrumentMusic Performed
Ruth Lamont, ViolinAshokan Farewell – by Jay Unger
Valerie DiNarda, CelloNina – by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi
Mike Hoeprich, ViolinWaltz No.2 – by Dmitri Shostakovich
Connie Stinnett, CelloIt’s a Wonderful World
by Bob Thiele and George David Weiss
Marilyn Katzmark, ViolinMeditation (from Thais)
by Jules Massenet
Jaime Madrigal, MarimbaRain Dance
by Alice Gomez and Marilyn Riffe
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Introducing the Donation Corner

The Donation Corner is a way to bring NHB fund raising activities to the attention of members, inactive members, and friends. After each fund raising campaign, we will post a list of cash donors, as well as those who have contributed their time.

The Donation Corner page is available throughout the year. To make a donation anytime, please complete the online donation form and mail your check to:

New Horizons Band
PO Box 363
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44222-0363

Please be assured that your thoughtful gift will contribute to our ongoing projects for the benefit of all members and our extended NHB community. Contributions – no matter how large or small – will go far to help us discover our harmonious new horizons.

View the Donation Corner Page

Note: The Donation Corner link is available from the main menu or the Site Map. If your name does not appear in the donor list please email us.