It is highly recommended that musicians be fully vaccinated to participate (Minimum of first 2 vaccine shots).
Masks must be worn at all times other than when playing an instrument.
All Brass and Woodwinds must bring a cloth for the floor to catch any condensation.
All musicians will be distanced as the space allows.
Efforts will be made to provide the best ventilation possible in the school & rehearsal space. Use of HEPA filters to improve ventilation.
It is requested that musicians do not attend classes, rehearsals or concerts if they are not feeling well. If you have contracted Covid or have been in direct contact with someone with Covid please follow current provincial guidelines for isolation periods for vaccinated and unvaccinated people. It is requested that musicians do not attend classes, rehearsals or concerts if they are not feeling well. If you have contracted Covid or have been in direct contact with someone with Covid please follow current provincial guidelines for isolation periods for vaccinated and unvaccinated people.
A community band that brings people of all ages, walks of life, and playing abilities together – simply, "For the Love of Music!"
Rehearsals are held at FAIRVIEW COMMUNITY CENTRE, 49 Wayne Drive, Brantford
REHEARSALS
MONDAYS – 7:30 to 9:30 P.M.
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The Brantford Memorial Concert Band brings people of all ages, walks of life and playing abilities together to prepare concerts for the community. In 1961, the band began its “Sunday Serenades” and continues to do so today. The four "Sunday Serenades" are performed in February, April, October and December. During the month of June the band entertains at various senior citizen facilities in Brantford and Brant County.
Music Director, Paul Nicholson, challenges the musicians to play a wide variety of music that is sure to delight the audience!
MEMBERSHIP CRITERIA
• ability to read sheet music • play a woodwind/brass/percussion instrument with fluency • attend rehearsals regularly – Mondays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. • be available to play the scheduled concerts • pay a member's fee of $100 per year