Peterborough New Horizons Bands

PNHB Organization

PNHB is a volunteer-driven, non-profit organization run by its members.
A dedicated Board of Directors, made up of member volunteers, oversees all aspects of band operations. In addition, many PNHB members generously contribute their time and skills to help organize the wide range of activities that keep our community thriving.

Everyone plays a part in making PNHB a welcoming, well-organized, and vibrant place to make music together.

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Our Mission

At PNHB, we believe in the power of making music together — not just for the joy it brings, but for its many cognitive, social, and health benefits.

Our mission is to provide adults with the opportunity to learn and play a musical instrument in a band setting — with no prior experience or audition required. Whether you’re just starting out or returning to music after many years, you’re welcome here.

We focus on enjoyment, personal growth, performance, and community outreach, all within a nurturing and friendly environment where the philosophy is simple:

“Your best is good enough — and your best keeps getting better.”

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Our History

The New Horizons Band program was founded in 1991 by Dr. Roy Ernst at the Eastman School of Music. His belief that anyone can learn to play music at any age sparked a global movement. Today, there are over 100 New Horizons programs in the U.S., Canada, Australia, and Ireland.

These programs offer adults a chance to learn or return to wind, brass, or percussion instruments, with a focus on enjoyment, learning, and community.

Peterborough New Horizons Bands (PNHB) Founded in 2002 with 52 members, has grown to nearly 200 and is now one of the largest and fastest-growing New Horizons groups. We’re a registered charity, incorporated in 2006, and proud members of the New Horizons International Music Association (NHIMA) — continuing to build a strong, welcoming musical community in Peterborough, Ontario

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