Become A Member
RED RIVER VALLEY VETERANS CONCERT BAND
If you love music and play a musical instrument
we encourage you to consider joining our merry group of musicians!
Band members enjoy a special reward of enjoyment for their talents and the music they perform for others. It’s a high-reward opportunity for any musician!
Band members must be at least 21 years of age; have their own instrument; be able to read and perform concert band music; and commit to being an active member of the band.
Being in the RRVVCB takes some commitment. The band meets weekly on Thursday evenings from September through May, either for practice or concerts. Rarely the band does perform outside Thursday evenings (Veterans Day, special events, etc.). While 100% participation is not required, members are expected to make their participation as a band member a Thursday night priority!
It takes a lot of dedication to be part of the RRVVCB. But there is also a priceless reward for one’s time & talent. Once a member see how their music touches the hearts of all who hear it, from beaming smiles to tears of joy and remembrance, they too will come to know the deep charisma of being a RRVVCB member!
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
Membership is on a volunteer basis and is open to qualified players (age 21 and older) of intermediate through advanced levels of playing. Members in the band range from music teachers to people that just love to play music. Section numbers and balance are determined based on the Conductor’s discretion in consultation with the section leaders and board.
While the band prides itself with the many veterans and veterans’ family members who are part of the band, there is no requirement of military service or affiliation to be part of the band. Those members who’ve not had any exposure to being in the military or having a family member serve our country have come to truly appreciate all that our military has done for our country and our freedoms through their participation in the band!
With the exception of percussion and some very special instruments, players must provide their own instruments. All music and stands are provided by the band. Members share in a portion of the uniform jacket costs while the band is responsible for the cleaning of the uniform jackets. Shirt, slacks and shoes are the member’s responsibility.
Check out our Member Guidelines.
APPLICATION
Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of the Red River Valley Veterans Concert Band. Your membership application will be reviewed by the band directors, the board of directors, and the section leader of the instrument(s) you play.
Band membership is based on the needs of the band, as well as the musical experience applicants might bring to the band. Musicians interested in joining the band may submit an application at any time, but are encouraged to do so prior to the start of our concert season. The RRVVCB practices or performs in concert every Thursday night from September 1st through May 31st.
If the band determines your membership would be beneficial to our group, an invitation will be extended to participate in several rehearsals to consider your skill levels and personality fit with the band. A decision will be made by the board and directors following this evaluation period.
You can complete the membership application below, or download the fillable PDF version and email it to info@rrvvcb.org. Please be sure to fully complete the application and include whatever information you believe would best represent your reason for desiring membership in the band and the musical talent you might bring to the band.
If you have any questions, please send them via email to info@rrvvcb.org.