Richardson Community Band

This is the letter that is given to each new member:

We hope you enjoyed your first rehearsal with us. We want you to know a little more about the band. If you have any questions not answered here, please check the Band’s web site at www.richardsoncommunityband.org.

PURPOSE: The purpose of the Richardson Community Band is to provide a community service to the city of Richardson and to provide a musical outlet for talented adult members of the community.

MEMBERSHIP: If the section you wish to join is not full, you may be considered for membership after passing an informal audition by the Section Leader or the Band Conductor. Members are expected to attend all rehearsals and concerts. Let your Section Leader know if you need to miss multiple rehearsals so that (s)he can be sure your part will be covered.

DUES: Dues are $25 per year to be paid in September. For those joining after March 1, the dues are half the amount.

MUSIC: You may take your music home to practice, but please do not do so without informing your Section Leader. Please be sure to return the music at the next rehearsal. If you need to practice just before a concert, make copies of the music you need, but leave the folder for use by other members.

CONCERTS: You should not expect to play in a concert until given permission by your Section Leader. We play a number of indoor concerts throughout the year, both in the Eisemann Center and at the Richardson Senior Citizens Center. During the summer, we play outdoor concerts on the lawn adjacent to the Richardson Civic Center and Library. We play every other Sunday evening to a large, appreciative audience that brings lawn chairs and, sometimes, picnic food to eat while we play. We are featured in the City of Richardson’s Fourth of July fireworks show. During the Christmas season, we perform at the Senior Citizens Center and Santa’s Village by the Civic Center. Small groups of members play at parks, malls, and other locations upon request. For the most current information on concerts, you may check the Band’s web site at www.richardsoncommunityband.org.

For outdoor concerts, the attire is as follows:

White band shirt (which may be purchased through the band)
Black shoes
Black pants, long shorts, or skirt—jeans may not be worn

For indoor concerts, the attire is as follows:

Men—white, long-sleeve dress shirt (must be spread or button-down collar); black dress slacks; black dress shoes; black socks; and a black, solid, long neck tie.
Women—(all-black). Either a black top with elbow-length or longer sleeves (wrist-length preferred) and mid-calf or longer black skirt OR a black dress with the same sleeve- and skirt-lengths just stated

Black hose and black dress flats, pumps, or heels
Although a long skirt or dress is preferred, you may wear black dress slacks if needed.
No shiny or glittery elements.

EQUIPMENT: You’ll need to provide a music stand for all outdoor and Senior Citizens Center concerts, and one or more instrument mutes, if required by the music. You might also consider purchasing an instrument stand, which comes in handy at times.

Again, welcome! We are glad you visited. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask a band officer, your Section Leader, or a fellow band member.

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