Interested in Joining the BCO?
Are you interested in joining the BCO as a musician or volunteer?
Membership is open to community members and students.
BECOME A PLAYER
Who can join the orchestra?
The Bedford Community Orchestra is an all-volunteer orchestra of professional and amateur musicians who come together to rehearse and perform, sharing music with our community. Our weekly rehearsals focus on improving musicians’ skills in reading, timing, intonation, musicality and interpretation, teamwork, and performance. Rehearsals offer a highly dynamic, positive learning environment where musicians come together to enjoy and share their lifelong interest music.
What do I need to do to join the BcO?
Auditions are not always required to join the BCO, but acceptance is based on your level of playing and whether or not we have an opening. We maintain an active substitute and waitlist and will notify you if a position becomes available.
If you are interested in joining the orchestra, please fill out the form at the bottom of the page. Please include a summary of your musical experience and any inquiries about playing.
Attendance
In order to give our best performances, attendance at rehearsals is crucial. As scheduling conflicts do occasionally arise, however, it may be necessary for a player to miss a rehearsal. In the event that you cannot attend a rehearsal or do not intend to play one of the concerts, please notify the manager as early as possible beforehand. Wind players are strongly encouraged to recommend a substitute if the manager does not already have one in mind.
Dues
To offset a portion of BCO operating expenses, orchestra players are required to pay a non-refundable annual orchestra membership fee of $50. Dues scholarships are available for those with a financial need.
Fill out the form to get started.
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Email Us at BedfordCommOrch@hotmail.com for more information!
BECOME A volunteer
Volunteer with the BCO
Join the Bedford Community Orchestra as a volunteer and be part of a vibrant musical community! Whether you’re helping to set up our performances, working in the lobby as a greeter, posting flyers, advertising, or organizing the library…your contributions are essential to making our group successful! No matter your skills or experience, there’s a role for everyone. Help us bring the joy of live orchestral music to our community while gaining unique behind-the-scenes experience!
Interested in volunteering? Contact Emily Masters, BCO Manager, to get started. bedfordcommorch@hotmail.com or fill out the form below!
Membership is open to anyone who shares a love of music and an interest in the BCO.