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Western/OBA Intermediate Honour Band
Western/OBA Intermediate Honour Band
Western/OBA Intermediate Honour Band
The Ontario Band Association in partnership with Western University, is once again thrilled to present the annual Intermediate Honour Band for students in grades 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 from across the province. The 2026 honour band will take place at the Don Wright Faculty of Music on Western’s campus in London on October 23 and 24 and will be conducted by Dr. Colleen Richardson.
This two-day event is a phenomenal opportunity for musical enrichment and provides memories that will last a lifetime!
Participation
Students will join one of two ensembles. One band is exclusively for grade eight and nine students while the second band is a combined grade ten, eleven and twelve band.
Due to exceptional demand, acceptance into the ensemble is now through submitted audition video. Deadline to submit an audition to the OBA was June 15, 2026.
Playing Requirements
Visit the OBA website for complete playing requirements (organized by grade level)
2026 Dates
- Friday Oct. 23 | 9:30am-5pm
- Saturday Oct. 24 | 9:30am-3:30pm
Friends & Family Concert:
- Saturday Oct. 24 | 3pm, Paul Davenport Theatre
Cost
$80 per student - Includes lunch both days, a t-shirt, a free concert, and more
Location
Talbot College, Western University, 1151 Richmond St, London ON N6A 3K7
Contact
This event is organized by the OBA. Visit website for complete details.
Colleen Richardson
cricha33@uwo.ca