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, members are asked to pay dues in the amount of $20 per season.  Designated seasons are January to June, and August to December. Dues can be paid via the PayPal icon below, or by cash/check given to any Board Member. The proceeds will be used to defray operating expenses (insurance, website hosting, venue rental), new music purchases and other expenses deemed necessary.  

8. It is important for us to look professional when performing at various locations. The Director will announce the expected concert attire prior to each performance.  When the Director specifies polo shirts, the required color is navy blue. Members have the option to purchase a polo embroidered with the BVCBand logo.  As of Fall 2025, the cost of the logo polo shirt is $25, which must be paid in advance before an order is placed. Payments can be paid via the PayPal or by cash/check given to the Treasurer. 

9. For members under 18 years old, the BVCB By-Laws allow minors to participate in the band with the permission of the Band Director. If the member is not of driving age, parents are expected to make arrangements for transportation and be ready for pickup prior to the end of rehearsal. At times, the Director may also request to meet with the member’s parents.

10. For the Digital Music Library, band members will have access to the library each semester.  The music library is the sole property of Brazos Valley Community Band.  It is expected that members only download/print their respective instrument part(s).

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!