Become a Member

Dust Off That Instrument — It’s Time to Join the Band!

Do you play a wind or Percussion instrument?
Maybe you haven’t touched it since high school. Maybe you never put it down. If you can read music and have some experience, this is your sign: dig it out and join your Community Band. There’s no audition, no pressure — just music and camaraderie.

Who Are We?

We’re an all-volunteer group made up of folks from all walks of life — from engineers and teachers to baristas, retirees, and teens. Members range in age from early teens to their eighties. Some joined after a 20–30 year break from playing. If that sounds like you, you’ll be in good company.

But What If…?

  • You’re worried the music is too hard?
    Don’t be. Our director picks a mix of pieces that challenge experienced players while supporting those just getting back into the groove. New members are often paired on parts with more experienced players to ease the transition.
  • You’re a little rusty reading music?
    Totally normal — and it comes back faster than you think. Ask anyone here.
  • You don’t have your instrument?
    We’ve got Percussion equipment and a few student-quality wind instruments available to loan while you make arrangements.
  • You live far away?
    Some of our members drive from Star Valley, over Teton Pass, and even from Idaho Falls to join us every week. If they can make it work, you can too!
  • Your schedule is hectic?
    We get it. That’s why we use The Band App for all communications, announcements, and updates—it’s where you’ll find everything you need, all in one place. If you like having things on your personal calendar, you’re welcome to subscribe to our Google Calendar as well.
  • You can’t make a rehearsal but still want to rehearse?
    Active members have access to their Virtual Rehearsal Folder through our Members Area. It matches the music in the rehearsal paper folders and is provided after attending your first rehearsal and submitting your membership form.
  • You’re feeling stressed?
    Music is a powerful stress reliever. It’s hard to beat the joy of making music in a group.

As our conductor says:
“Play what you can, practice when you feel inspired, and sit out what’s too hard.”
And honestly? The hard stuff doesn’t stay hard for long when you stick with it.

What’s the Commitment?

We hope you’ll love it enough to come regularly — but life happens. You’re not expected to make every rehearsal or every performance. What we really want is for you to rekindle your love of music, meet new friends, and have fun.

Weekly Rehearsals

See below for our general schedule.

Yearly Overview

  • 7:00-9:00 PM Thursdays (doors open 6:30pm)
  • Location – The performing arts wing of the Center for the Arts between Glenwood & Cache. Enter through door facing the parking lot. The rehearsal room is upstairs.
  • Season begins first Thursday after Grand Teton Music Festival Summer Concert series ends, (end of August)
  • No Rehearsal Thanksgiving
  • Two to three week break for the December Holidays
  • Resume first Thursday after January 1st.
    • Annual holiday potluck may take place of first rehearsal.
  • Two week break to correspond with the Teton County Wyoming School District.
  • Summer Break after last Concert in July until late August.

Formal Concerts (“A Concerts”)

These are our major performances each year, open to all band members.

  • Halloween Concert
    • End of October
  • Holiday Concert
    • Beginning of December
  • Spring Concert
    • Varies end of March to beginning of May
  • Jackson Lake Lodge Patriotic Concert
    • Typically the weekend before the 4th of July

Community Events (“B Concerts”)

From parades to festivals, we love playing out in the community.

  • Old Bills
    • Second Saturday morning in September
  • Oktoberfest
    • Mid October
  • Lighting of the Town Square
    • Friday evening after Thanksgiving
  • Wyoming Special Olympics Opening Ceremonies
    • Typically second Tuesday evening in February
  • ElkFest
    • Saturday morning week before Memorial Day
  • Best of the West Parade
    • Saturday morning of Memorial Day weekend
  • Taps Across America
    • 3:00 pm Memorial Day, Town Square
  • Independence Day Events
    • Parade – Morning

Instrument Petting Zoos

Fun, interactive events for local kids and future musicians.

  • July Petting Zoo for GTMF
  • Farmer’s Market Petting Zoo (every 2nd-3rd year)

Ready to Join?

Download and complete the membership form below.
Bring it to your first rehearsal or submit it using the form at the bottom of this page.

Once you’ve attended a rehearsal and your membership is confirmed, you’ll receive login access to our Members Area, including your Virtual Rehearsal Folder. This digital folder mirrors the music provided in your paper folder and is available only to active, logged-in members.

Still unsure? Sit in on a rehearsal — no pressure, no commitment. Bring your instrument if you like. Or just come listen. Either way, we’d love to meet you.

Bonus: CWC college credit is available for participating members, and we offer a scholarship for a graduating high school senior. Visit Member Resources for more info.