On parade the Top Hats stroll, saunter, dance, and interact with the crowd. Heads turn and toes start to tap when their unique street sound is heard. In concert they play it all, from big band to rock, jazz, and classical favourites. The Top Hats love to entertain and, since 1982, have had rave reviews from audiences in cities across Canada, the US, and even Bermuda.
Do you play an instrument at an intermediate level? Find out how to become a member of one of the best bands around. Email us at THMO.Executive@gmail.com
Each year the Top Hats perform at free community concerts, award the Eric Ford Scholarship to promising young musicians, and share their time and passion with a variety of charitable events such as the Coldest Night Of The Year and Joseph Brant Foundation’s Walk to the Lighthouse.
Tired of the same old marching band in your parades? Ready for some fun? The Top Hats are the band for you! Email us at THMO.Executive@gmail.com
The Top Hats opened the annual Post Credit Southside Shuffle Blues and Jazz Festival on September 12.
We performed in the Niagara Grape and Wine Festival on Sept 26, and we played for the Walk to the Lighthouse for Mental Health & Addictions in Burlington on Sept 27.
The Top Hats will be marching along with Santa Claus!
Nov 14: Oakville Santa Claus Parade
Nov 21: Woodstock Santa Claus Parade
Nov 28: West Lincoln Santa Claus Parade
Dec 5: Bolton Santa Claus Parade
Dec 6: Burlington Santa Claus Parade
Dec 12: Niagara on the Lake Santa Claus Parade
Application forms for the Eric Ford Scholarship for 2027 will be available in February or March. Click Here for more info.
The Top Hat Marching Orchestra, or Top Hatters, can be seen on parade and in concert. Their signature sound, musical excellence and fun loving approach to everything they do makes them one of the areas most popular and loved bands
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