Membership

Member Requirements

All members agree to follow the rules and guidelines set in the bylaws and this handbook, and any policies set by the board. Members agree to pay the dues as set by the board. Members must complete a Membership Information Form at the beginning of each fiscal year (July) in order to maintain an updated membership database.

Admission

Anyone who plays a concert band instrument is eligible for membership. High school students are invited to perform with the HWE during the summer, when school is not in session, and by invitation, the rest of the academic year. Although an audition is not required to become a member, members are expected to be capable of playing the level of music normally performed by the ensemble. The HWE is not for beginners.

Dues

Each member is asked to contribute $2 per rehearsal to help defray the cost of renting the band room. However, no one will be denied membership if they cannot afford to pay. Our goal is to make music, not money!

Attendance

Regular attendance is extremely important to prepare adequately for and perform well at our concerts. It is expected that all members be present at all rehearsals. However, allowances are made due to the nature of our organization. All efforts are made to accommodate the various time commitments of our members, and no one is penalized for non-attendance, as long as a reasonable effort is made to be there. Section Leaders may ask a member missing three or more rehearsals (regardless of notification) leading up to a concert to sit out for that concert

Personal Information

The membership coordinator maintains the band roster and member information. If you have changes to your information including address, email, or phone number, please email us to let us know. The email address that you provide will be used as your primary contact for receiving full band announcements. With the exception of your name in the context of our program roster, we will never share your personal information with anyone outside the band.