So, you want to join the 33rd, eh...?
The 33rd is always open to talking to musicians who would like to join the ranks of the band. Here's a brief list of the requirements for membership. You may check out the full details as well.
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New recruits for the 33rd Illinois Volunteer Regiment Band must be adults who are skilled at playing a brass or percussion instrument. If interested in joining, please contact the Band Manager through the Contact Page.
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Potential new members are invited to participate at a rehearsal and may be invited to perform at two or three events with the group.
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Band members may be regular or substitute players and MUST be willing to play period instruments while wearing wool uniforms and period attire.
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What Every Player Needs To Know
There are many things a member of the Band needs to know in terms of equipment, uniform, musical instruments, scheduling for performances, even campouts for re-enactments. All members should take time to read the official Need To Know list prepared by the Band Board.
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Band Mission Statement
The 33rd Illinois Volunteer Regiment Band, Inc., a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation formed in July 1997. The mission of this corporation is as follows:
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The acquisition and preservation of period instruments and the restoration of these instruments to their original condition;
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The study of musical repertoire of 19th century military brass bands;
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The collection of 19th century military brass band music;
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The study of the history of military brass bands, the musicians, and their performances, especially the original 33rd Illinois Volunteer Regiment Band;
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The application of these items for the purpose of live performance of period music on period instruments in authentic period uniforms;
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The education of the public about the brass band and its importance to American history.
