Code of Conduct

BMS ENSEMBLE MEMBERS VALUE:

• being kind, considerate, respectful and inclusive

• being good listeners - helping us to be better musicians

• being part of team and helping the team to achieve its best

• being in a safe environment - helping us to learn and enjoy our rehearsal

AS A BMS ENSEMBLE MEMBER, I PROMISE TO:

Be organised and committed

• Bring my instrument, music, folder and a pencil to all rehearsals

• Attend rehearsals regularly

• Arrive at rehearsals on time

• Practise my ensemble pieces each week

• Look after my music

• Help to set-up and pack down: chairs, music stands, music and tune my instrument

• Leave my instrument case in a safe and sensible place in the rehearsal space

• Let my ensemble leader know if I cannot attend a rehearsal within good reason e.g. illness or family emergency

Be respectful and attentive

• Watch and listen to the ensemble leader and other tutors

• Sit/stand with good posture during rehearsals so I can sound, look and feel my best

• Listen whilst other sections of the ensemble are rehearsing because I can learn from knowing and understanding what they play!

• Not chew gum, eat or drink during rehearsals

• Not use a mobile phone during rehearsal unless permission has been given

• Remain within the permitted areas during rehearsals and break times

• Use the break time to get to know my fellow ensemble members better, make new friends and ensure all new members feel welcome and included