1. Rehearsals – be seated and ready to play at 7:15 p.m. If you are unavoidably late, please be seated and ready to play with minimal disruption.

2. The director and board officers will communicate with you verbally during rehearsal and by email. Pay attention during rehearsal and check your email often.

3. Your primary goal is to play the assigned music well. That goal is accomplished through a combination of rehearsals with the band and individual practice. You are expected to practice each piece of music until you are proficient in playing that music (correct notes, articulation, tempo, dynamics, etc.).

4. During rehearsal do not talk or play your instrument while the director is talking. Each member needs to hear and understand what the director is communicating.

5. Members are expected to always conduct themselves in a courteous and respectful manner.  A member may lose his/her membership if his/her behavior becomes disruptive to other members or impedes the ability of the BVCB to effectively rehearse and perform.  For more details, see the BVCB Code of Conduct, posted on the band website.

6. The director is responsible for conducting rehearsals and concerts. If you have a question or comment about the music selection, tempo, or other musical interpretation of the selection, talk to the director before rehearsal or after rehearsal, NOT during the rehearsal. There may be times you have a question during rehearsal. Raise your hand and wait to be recognized by the director.

7. Per our by-laws, full members are asked to donate $20 per season. Designated seasons are January to June, and August to December. Donations can be made via PayPal by clicking the ‘Support Us’ button on the website, or directly by cash or check given to any officer. The proceeds will be used to defray operating expenses (insurance, website hosting, venue rental), new music purchases and other expenses deemed necessary.

The caliber of the band’s performance is directly related to at least three things:

• The director’s expectations, which he will communicate to us.

• The quality and effectiveness of our Monday rehearsals.

• Our individual practice, necessary for effective rehearsals and performances.

Let’s have a great, enjoyable, and fun time playing music together!