MEMBERSHIP OF THE BAND

a.       Any person who plays an appropriate instrument at a level which is consistent with the performance objectives of the band, or who desires to receive instruction in the playing of such instrument apply to become a member of Digital Brass. The Executive Committee considers and accepts or rejects such applications. Each and every person accepted in membership signs a membership book agreeing to the Bye-Laws and Rules of Digital Brass.
b.      Applications are considered from persons under the age of 18 years subject to parental consent in writing. The parents agree on behalf of the applicant to:

i.                    Observe the Bye-Laws and Rules of the band.
ii.                  Accept directions from the person(s) in charge.
iii.                Agree that they may be taken to events in which the band may be performing or attending.

c.       The Executive Committee has the right to expel any member for misconduct, prolonged non-attendance without good cause, or breach of the rules as it sees fit.

d.      No member holds claim to any Digital Brass property, and on leaving membership, gives up all Digital Brass property to the Executive Committee.

e.      New members joining the band complete a registration form detailing address, telephone number(s), instruments played, etc.

f.        The total number of playing members is set by the Executive Committee, subject to the availability of resources at any given time.

g.       Every member has one vote, subject to those under the age of 18 not being able to vote on matters relating to the band.

h.      No member is treated differently by reason of sex, nationality, race, creed or ethnic origin.