Join The Band

General information:

Regular membership in the band requires attendance at most of the Wednesday night rehearsals in Westborough, Massachusetts, and at most performances. Gigs are generally scheduled within a 70-mile radius of Boston, Massachusetts, including the Boston metropolitan area, Southern New Hampshire, the New Hampshire Seacoast region, greater Worcester, Massachusetts, and Providence, Rhode Island. Occasionally the band may perform at a location a greater driving distance away from Boston, and the band is considering additional overseas tour opportunities such as their ten day trip to Great Britain in Summer 2006.

Gig frequency varies with customer demand, and currently averages two to three performances per month, with the summer concert season more demanding. Most gigs are scheduled for weekend nights, but weeknight performances do occur, with most of these scheduled during the summer months.

Since the band operates as a non-profit, compensation for members is limited to travel stipends for performances, plus food and drinks at gigs when available, and comp tickets for significant others and family when provided by clients.

Regular members are generally required to assist in stage teardown after every gig, and to periodically participate in stage setup.

Currently Open Positions

Substitute Players

We are always looking to add high quality jazz musicians and vocalists to our substitute player list. Amateur, semi-professional, and professional performers with big band experience are encouraged to contact us with their name, phone and email address information, as well as a resume of their big band experience. Those with an appropriate level of experience may be invited to rehearse with us as openings at weekly Wednesday practice sessions occur, although sometimes this happens on short notice. Those on the sub list that are available to rehearse with us are more likely to be called on as a paid sub when gig opportunities arise, and if any full time membership positions become available.

Please direct responses and inquiries to Al Saloky at (603) 673-7683 or email alsaloky@aol.com.

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