Burlington Teen Tour Band

Burlington Teen Tour Band - Canada's Musical Ambassadors

Burlington Teen Tour Band has been selected to march in the Jan. 1, 2018 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California.

The BTTB started in 1947 in a room on top of a store on Brant Street with 75 young and eager musicians. Since that time the BTTB has grown into Canada's Premier youth marching band.

Celebrate our continuing homage to music with us this year:

Jan. 1, 2018: 2018 Tournament of Roses Parade, Pasadena, California
April 8: Spring Concert at Burlington Performing Arts Centre at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
June 9-17: Sound of Music Festival
June 19-21: BTTB Alumni Weekend and alumni concert
July 1: Canada Day Celebration

Winning awards and praise around the World the BTTB is known for a level of excellence second to none in music and marching. The band can offer you:

Opportunity for world travel
Performances in front of thousands of spectators
Character building and self confidence
Teamwork and commitment
Sportsmanship
Life-long friendships

Performing in parades, field shows, concerts, special events, TV and movie shoots this group of Burlington youth is nicknamed "the Redcoats" and has become "Canada's Music Ambassador".

For additional information, visit Burlington Teen Tour Band's website.

Performances

Countries the band has performed in include:

England, Republic of Ireland, France, Japan, The Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany.

Provinces the band has performed in include:
Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, Nova Scotia, PEI, New Brunswick

States the band has performed in include:
New York, Hawaii, California, Florida, Texas, South Carolina, North Carolina, Maryland, Washington DC, Rhode Island, Ohio, Indiana, Missouri, Vermont, Massachusetts and Iowa

Frequently Asked Questions

Age Requirements

The Burlington Teen Tour Band is open to those aged 13-21 with a love of music.

How do I become a Band member?
The quick answer is "SHOW UP" to a Wednesday or Sunday rehearsal at 2311 New Street, Burlington. Plan to arrive about 20 minutes before practices starts so we can meet you and one of your parents and introduce you to your section. We do need to have one of your parents fill out a contact form to get you started.

Ideally, we ask that you email us and let us know in advance what day you are coming so we can be ready for your arrival. Let us know your name, age, what section you are interested in and what day you will be coming out. Leave the rest to us.

If you have an instrument, bring it with you! If you are joing the Colour Guard, Drum Line or Tuba we supply the instrument to you. If you do not have an instrument or access to one let us know and we will do our best to have one ready for you as we do have some back up instruments to get you started!

After your first rehearsal we will set up a Band orientation for you and your parent(s). We will give a lot more information about the Band and our Band Booster organization as well as get all the official documents signed so you can become a full member and start on your new and exciting journey as a new Burlington Teen Tour Band member!

When are rehearsals?

The Band travels extensively during the parade season, making from 60 to 80 appearances annually. Most members also attend weekly private music lessons offered through the Music Centre's instrumental program.

Rehearsals take place weekly at the Music Centre:

Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m.
Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m.
Drum Line extra practice, Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m.
Colour Guard extra practice, Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m.

Burlington Teen Tour Band staff:

Rob Bennett - Managing Director

Bill Hughes - Music Director

Carolynn Blake - Uniforms

What does the Membership fee include?